Where is START Physical Therapy located relative to Costa Mesa?

START Physical Therapy is located at 3919 Westerly Pl, Suite 100, Newport Beach, CA 92660 — approximately 1 mile from the Newport Beach border by John Wayne Airport. We serve patients from Costa Mesa, Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, Tustin, Irvine, Corona del Mar, Newport Coast, and across Orange County.

What makes START Physical Therapy different from other Costa Mesa PT clinics?

We offer one-on-one, 60-minute sessions exclusively with a Doctor of Physical Therapy — no aides, no shared appointments. We are among the only clinics in Newport Beach, Costa Mesa and Orange County with PRI (Postural Restoration Institute) and TPI (Titleist Performance Institute) certified therapists, allowing us to treat root causes rather than symptoms.

Do Costa Mesa residents need a referral to visit START Physical Therapy?

No referral is required. California is a direct-access state, meaning you can see a physical therapist without a physician referral.

Do you treat golfers from Costa Mesa country clubs?

Yes. We are TPI certified and work with golfers from Costa Mesa Country Club, Pelican Hill, Newport Beach Country Club, Big Canyon, and other Orange County courses. We assess movement patterns that affect your swing and create a plan to reduce injury risk and improve performance.

1-on-1 Physical Therapy for weight lifters and active adults in costa mesa

❋ Trying traditional physical therapy, chiropractic, or massage without lasting results

❋ Feeling like they're just being given generic exercises

❋ Being told to "just rest" without any real plan or guideline

❋ Being prescribed medications as a solution to their pain

❋ Meeting doctors, physical therapists, or chiros who just don't seem to understand what they are going through

Many of our costa mesa clients enjoy strength training, crossfit, or recreational sports. We don’t simply get you out of pain—we help you continue doing the things you love

Most of our clients come to us after:

At START Physical Therapy & Performance, we take a different approach

Why clients choose START Physical THerapy & Performance

Located in Newport Beach, we focus on serving Orange County. Many of our clients come from Costa Mesa because they are looking for:

❋ True 1-on-1 care. Same therapist, every session, every time.

❋ A program specifically designed to keep you lifting for longer.

❋ A top-notch experience from a supportive team.

❋ Postural Restoration (PRI) expertise.

❋ To know why they are in pain.

❋ A personalized plan, not a cookie-cutter program.

❋ A combination of rehab & performance training.

❋ Long term results, not just temporary relief.

We are a concierge physical therapy clinic focused on getting you out of pain and back to performing at a high level

What makes us different is how we approach recovery.

We don’t just treat symptoms, we follow a structured system.

the start method

S - Stabilize

We restore your foundation through breathing techniques, postural restoration (PRI), hands-on manual therapy

T - TRAIN

Once your body is in a better position, we build strength on a stable structure

A - Apply

This is where we bridge the gap between rehab and real life and get you back to doing the things you love

R - Reinforce

We build capacity and durability so your body can perform consistently, stay pain-free long term, and have you doing what you love with longevity

T - Transform

We help you stack wins through our systematic process to help you shift your mindset from being limited by pain to believing you are capable. Because long-term success isn’t just physical.

conditions we treat

Chronic pain
Weightlifting injuries
Low back pain
Neck pain
Shoulder pain
Sciatica
Hip pain
Postural dysfunction
TMJ
SI joint pain

We commonly work with:

Ankle pain
Plantar fasciitis
Achilles tendonitis
Athletic pubalgia
Hamstring strains
Vertigo
Golf injuries
Degenerative joint disease
Osteoarthritis
Weight lifting injuries

Whether you’re in chronic pain, a weightlifter, or an active adult—we tailor everything to you.

What clients are saying

I started going to START PT due to running-related injuries, and I couldn’t be happier with my experience. In the past, I’ve been frustrated with physical therapy programs that felt generic and didn’t take an athlete’s needs into account. Collin was incredibly intentional in identifying the specific imbalances that led to my injuries and created a personalized program to strengthen those areas and prevent future pain. It’s refreshing to work with a PT who truly understands athletes. I’m grateful to have found a place that’s helping me get back to doing what I love!

Sara B.
I don’t usually write reviews for healthcare, but START Physical Therapy is worth it - especially Dr. Britta Jones. I worked with her on prehab before my surgery, and it made a real difference. From day one, she took the time to evaluate how I move, where things were off, and what needed to improve. No cookie cutter range of motion exercises - everything was built around what I specifically needed going into surgery. Each session had a clear purpose. We weren’t just going through the motions… we were building strength, improving stability and coordination, and tightening up the weak spots so I’d be in the best shape possible heading in. You can tell when someone really loves what they do. Dr. Jones does. Her experience with orthopedic physical therapy and pre-surgical rehab showed in how she adjusted things as I progressed and kept everything moving forward with a highly personalized approach. That’s what stands out about START Physical Therapy. They’re focused, consistent, and actually care about outcomes. If you’re looking for physical therapy in Newport Beach or Costa Mesa (or anywhere, really - I drive 30 minutes to their practice, passing dozens of other PT offices), whether it’s prehab, post-surgical rehab, or improving your athletic performance, I’d point you to START without hesitation.

Todd H.
I’ve really enjoyed working with Alan. He’s patient, very detail-oriented, and clearly knows what he’s doing. He picked up on my movement patterns quickly, and my back pain was gone after just two sessions. I learned a lot about my body and how to move better, which made the whole process feel empowering. Sessions are calm, focused, and never rushed. I’d definitely recommend Alan to anyone looking for thoughtful, individualized care.

Ying L.
Margaret has been so helpful in preparing me for competition as an adult athlete. She’s so knowledgeable with injury recovery & prevention.I really appreciate how much she’s always learning new & innovative ways to approach athletic training. I’m grateful for Start Physical Therapy! Thank you!!

Jodi R.

📍START Physical Therapy & Performance

3919 Westerly Pl suite 100
Newport Beach, CA 92660

Located by John Wayne Airport off the 73 freeway

Directions from downtown Costa Mesa:

Take the 55 North
Exit 5A onto the CA-73 South
Take exit 16 toward Irvine Ave, Campus Dr.
Turn left onto Birch St.
Turn right onto Quail St.
Turn left onto Westerly Pl.
START will be on your left

Directions from IKEA:

Take the I-405 South
Merge onto CA-73 South
Take exit 16 toward Irvine Ave, Campus Dr.
Turn left onto Birch St.
Turn right onto Quail St.
Turn left onto Westerly Pl.
START will be on your left

Not sure if we are the right fit for you?

Start with a free phone consultation

We’ll discuss:

What’s going on
What you’ve tried
Where you’re trying to get to
And whether we’re the right place for you

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