Physical Therapy - The Basketball Doctors

In-person Physical Therapy Rehab & Coaching

Professional-Level Physical Therapy & Performance Training in
the Orange & Los Angeles County Areas!

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One-On-One Rehab Designed For Athletes

During your initial evaluation, we review your health history, full-body assessment, movement analysis and identify the root causes.

From there, we build a personalized treatment plan aligned with your goals, timeline, and sport demands.

You’ll also receive a summary of your assessment and a custom exercise program with video demos to accelerate your progress between sessions.

Follow-up sessions are one-on-one treatments with a Doctor of Physical Therapy—no assistants, no techs. Plans vary based on your needs (we don’t use a “2–3x per week for everyone” model). If multiple sessions are recommended, discounted packages are available.

Techniques & Specialties

Combination of Advanced Techniques & Technology to improve your rehab, health/wellness, mobility, strength & sport-specific performance

Manual Treatment

Performance Therapy

Recovery & Performance Tools

pre-/post- Operative rehab

Orthopedic or sports related surgery: ACL-reconstruction, meniscus, hip or shoulder labrum repair, ATFL-R & more | Surgical Areas Commonly Seen: Foot & Ankle, Knee, Hip, Shoulder, Spine & Elbow

Injury Prevention

Identifying & Correcting the Root of the problem | Mobility & strength Training | Movement Re-Training & Optimization | Change of Direction & Landing Mechanics

Return to Sport Testing

Expectations

Every session is a full 60 minutes of one-on-one treatment with a Doctor of Physical Therapy. You will never be handed off to assistants or left to exercise alone. We value your time an believe athletes make the fastest progress when they work directly with an expert every session.

We believe in our clients and athletes taking accountability in their rehab by educating them on their unique limitations and empowering them to understand the “WHY” behind everything. As a result, in-between and during sessions are more productive and progressive, which leads to faster rehab, recovery & return to sport!

Locations

Orange County, California

Los Angeles County, California

Not local to Southern California, work with us online! Want to Learn More?

Trust Our Clients

    
 
 
         
   Oliver Pope 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I sought treatment for a knee injury sustained while training for the Boston Marathon. Dr. Lopez quickly and effectively diagnosed my injury and set out a path forward to help mitigate. Thanks to him, I was able to achieve a bucket list goal of running the Boston Marathon with the added benefit of not embarrassing myself in front of my entire family that had traveled to be there! Thanks, Dr. Lopez!
  
 
        
   Jeb Bartolome 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I came to The Basketball Doctors: Physical Therapy after tearing my ACL and meniscus, and choosing them was one of the best decisions I made during my recovery.

What really set them apart was how basketball-focused and personalized their rehab approach was. From day one, everything felt intentional and tailored to my goals not just getting “better,” but getting back to playing basketball at a competitive level. The level of knowledge, customer service, and attention to detail was top-tier.

I worked primarily with Dr. Gabe Ignacio, who was incredible throughout the entire process. Sessions were always private 1-on-1, the rehab plan was consistently updated as I progressed, and I received weekly check-ins to make sure everything stayed on track. Communication was excellent, super responsive, and genuinely invested in my recovery.

They’re based in Orange County, California, and when I later moved, they even continued to support me remotely, which made a huge difference in staying consistent and confident during my rehab.

The biggest result? I’m back playing basketball again at a competitive level something that felt uncertain right after surgery.

I’d highly recommend The Basketball Doctors to athletes, active people, weekend warriors, or anyone dealing with a sports-related injury or anyone who wants more than a generic rehab experience. If your goal is to truly return to sport, this is the place.
  
 
        
   Sophie Pyrz 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 5 stars does not even come close to the rating that The Basketball Doctors deserve!!

I am a professional rugby player and also a member of the USA Rugby Women’s National Team. I worked specifically with Gabe on a daily basis over three+ years in Orange County, CA. He also assisted me remotely when I was overseas and dealing with an injury.

As a rugby player, I experienced many injuries during my time with Gabe as my physiotherapist. He helped me through many short term issues, often times spotting issues and treating them before they could become chronic or keep me out longer term. He also supported me through some more major injuries such as a high ankle sprain, a 2nd degree AC joint injury, and a tear to my quad tendon.

Gabe would take all of my injuries with the same seriousness and care, no matter what the issue was. He is so incredibly knowledgeable and empathetic. You can tell how much he cares, which really helped me to develop an amazing working relationship where I could trust him to help decide what was best for me.

The hands- on treatment combined with physical progression plans that Gabe created were always extremely successful in getting me back on the pitch. He always provided the best balance of challenge and success in his prescription. His hands on treatment is the best in the business. I returned from each injury, stronger and with no residual aches or pains.

If I could pack Gabe up and bring him to every rugby tour, I absolutely would. I cannot recommend him enough to anyone. If you are an athlete, weekend warrior, or active person experiencing any pain or discomfort - Gabe and The Basketball Doctors are the best around!
  
 
        
   Guido Jimenez 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr. Marco Lopez knows his stuff. Worked together on remote training for my knees related to patella femoral syndrome and tendinitis. Detailed instructions provides guidance to do exercises correctly and was helpful all the steps thru the way to minimize pain and be able to compete in soccer again. Highly recommend and I send my family to see Marco!
  
 
        
   Diamond Crawford 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had an incredible experience with The Basketball Doctors in Hermosa Beach during my ACL recovery. When I first came in, I was behind in my rehab and genuinely concerned I might need a manipulation under anesthesia (MUA) due to limited progress. From day one, the team was knowledgeable, supportive, and fully committed to helping me turn things around.
They created a structured, personalized plan that focused not only on my knee but also on restoring strength, mobility, and confidence in my movement. Their expertise in sports rehab — especially for athletes — is unmatched. Each session pushed me forward, and I saw noticeable improvement week after week.
Thanks to The Basketball Doctors, I was able to avoid a MUA and transition through recovery much quicker than expected. I’m now back to training and feeling stronger than ever.
If you're recovering from an ACL injury or any orthopedic setback, I highly recommend The Basketball Doctors. Their professionalism, passion, and results-driven approach make all the difference.
  
 
        
   Wahab Olusesi 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A top notch physical therapist.. The best I’ve seen in the states
  
 
        
   Michael Bolanowski 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Marco at The Basketball Doctors is one of the best in the game.  If you are an athlete that needs to rehab back from injury or need a rock solid pre-hab strength plan, he is your guy.  He goes above and beyond to work with clients to get them to be their best versions on the court/field.  If you are dealing with Osgood Schlatter pain, RUN to see him. He is ELITE.  Marco has treated both my sons and it’s the best money I have ever spent.  I have him on speed dial just in case and you should too.
  
 
        
   Bella Recalde 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Marco was by far my favorite and the best PT. I’ve had. He rehabbed my first ACL tear and got me back to health quicker than expected.
  
 
        
   L Frid 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My son overcame several injuries while playing high school basketball, and planned to continue playing in college. In his off season we looked for someone that could help him build strength and athleticism safely, while also helping him rehab his injuries.
While I knew many local athletic trainers, physical therapists, strength coaches, and basketball trainers what I was looking for was some combination of all of the above.
I had seen Basketball Doctors on social media, but we are in a different state so I wasn’t sure if they could help. From my first conversation with Marco, I knew he was exactly what I was looking for!
Through phone calls and videos, Marco was able to help my son work through any remaining issues from injury as well as improve his athleticism to excel in his sport.
My son worked with Marco all spring and summer and went on to have a successful, injury-free college basketball season. With sports injuries being so common, it is good to know that whatever may happen in the future- whether it be knee, shoulder, ankle- we have someone knowledgeable that can guide us through it. I am incredibly happy that I chose to work with the Basketball Doctors and would highly recommend them to any athlete, whether they are working through injuries or working to stay injury-free.
  
 
        
   peter zuniga 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I recently suffered a bad lower back strain that left me unable to walk or do any activities without a degree of  pain/discomfort. Marco did a great job educating me on exercises and remedies to alleviate the pain and provided some rehabilitation stretching techniques to promote quick recovery. I wholeheartedly recommend Marco and the Basketball Doctors for anyone who had an injury for professional rehabilitation care!
  
 
  
 
  
 
   Google rating score: 5.0 of 5, based on 60 reviews

"Went from chronic Achilles tendinitis from basketball to fully healed a year after working with Gabe. Can’t thank him enough for his knowledge and support and would highly recommend him to anyone suffering sports injuries...Can’t thank Gabe enough, his expertise is invaluable and he seriously knows what he’s doing - if I would’ve listened to my podiatrist I probably would’ve gotten worse and regular PT probably would’nt have come close to helping as much as he did. Super grateful to have his expertise and knowledge." Full review (https://maps.app.goo.gl/R8d3MAWLsKkt5C8S9)

"I can't say enough good things about Marco Lopez. He has helped my twin teenage sons, one a basketball player and one a baseball player, rehab numerous soft tissue injuries and recover from lower back fractures. He has worked on jumper's knee, rotator cuff, hamstring pulls, glute pulls, plantar fascitis, shin splints, recovery from a fractured foot, calf muscle strains, elbow soreness, and lower and mid-back soreness, among other things. He is up to date on all the latesr PT techniques. We met Marco at BCO about 5 years ago and he has been our go to physical therapist ever since...Extremely knowledgeable, skillful, great communicator, really listens, and empathetic. He is reasonably priced too. We feel very fortunate to have found him, and he has become a family friend. Really takes an interest in you as a person so he can help you recover." Full Review (https://maps.app.goo.gl/zrYdb7p1jnx6rtaKA)

"I only had 4 weeks left to run my marathon and Gabe worked his magic. I was struggling with IT band syndrome bad, and I was in a low spot in my training. Gabe gave me exercises to do on my own, did a great job diagnosing the issue, and I can say with confidence that had I not used him, I would not have run a sub 4 hour marathon. Thank you so much for your help Gabe. Strongly recommend." Full Review (https://maps.app.goo.gl/5igmWvnqmyhREjZ79)

"I've spent my entire life in athletics, and recognize the importance of sports medicine/recovery. It's truly hard to find a PT that is fully invested in the recovery of their patients. I am very fortunate I had the opportunity to have Marco & Gabe help me with my Achilles Rupture / recovery. Not only did they help gain the confidence to return to sport, but they are also genuine human beings and extremely professional. I truly am grateful for all that they've done. They would go the extra mile to help with my recovery. They are simply the best!" Full Review (https://maps.app.goo.gl/AEPfrWvkTEpshkTLA)

"So I found The Basketball Doctors on IG and it was one of the best decisions I’ve made. I was not happy with my PT that my insurance was offering and I felt like I was at a dead end. I tore my ACL and Meniscus on my left knee and my goal was to get back to an active lifestyle. Marcos guided me along the way with very detailed and specific training to help strengthen both my knees. It was his mission as well as mine to have a balanced foundation with proper technique. For so long I didn’t realize I was flawed and found that with his regime I was able to properly strengthen my weaknesses and get back to my active life. Pain free. It was a process but I’m glad I stuck with it and I’m super thankful for Marcos and his elite expertise...My mindset is different when it comes to training and I couldn’t be happier. It’s a lifestyle!"

The Basketball Doctors Journey

Step 1: Schedule Your Evaluation

Meet with your Physical Therapist (in-person or virtual) to get to the root of the problem and understand your goals.

Step 2: Receive Your Individualized Rehab & Performance Training Plan

Your Physical Therapist builds a customized rehab and performance plan specific to your injury, position, and return-to-sport goals — no templates, no guesswork.

Step 3: Train With Confidence & Track Your Progress

We monitor your workouts, adjust your program weekly, and guide your return-to-play—from first steps to full-game intensity.

Step 4: Return to Play Stronger Than Before

We ensure you regain explosiveness, confidence, and durability.

In-person Physical Therapy Rehab & Coaching

Professional-Level Physical Therapy & Performance Training in
the Orange & Los Angeles County Areas!

Not Sure Where to Start?