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Tess Apinchapong, PTA

Physical Therapist Assistant

Tess Apinchapong, PTA Photo

Education:

  • Associates of Science in Physical Therapy Assistant, Stanbridge University
  • Associates of Arts in Liberal Arts: Social and Behavioral Science, Santa Monica College

Tess Apinchapong chose physical therapy because of her passion for exercise and for her desire to empower people to move. Tess’ interests include orthopedic rehabilitation, pelvic floor rehabilitation, and sports injuries.

Advice that Tess has for physical therapy patients is to create a therapeutic alliance with the therapist. “Physical therapy is a collaboration between patient and therapist. The therapist will provide patients with the necessary tools for recovery that require cooperation with patients.”

Outside of work, Tess is an elite-level powerlifter. She enjoys dining at new restaurants and exploring different cuisines.

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  • “So back in April I was involved in a nasty bike accident that left me with a severely broken arm. 10 days in the hospital and 4 surgeries later I'm released to start the slow process of recovery. By the time my last surgery had finished and healed, could barely move my wrist, turn my arm, open my hand, or use my fingers. I was told by my surgeon that I ... ”
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