Your Physio and Your
Coaches in the
Same Building.

Most people treat physical therapy and training as two separate things — the clinic you go to when something breaks down, and the gym you go to when you’re healthy. At ESTLR, they happen in the same space.

Dr. Caroline Bao can observe how you move in a training environment, speak directly with your coaches about what to modify and what to avoid, and make sure your rehabilitation goals and your fitness goals are working together rather than against each other.

For ESTLR members, this integration is a genuine advantage — especially for anyone managing a nagging injury while trying to maintain training. Rather than guessing what your physio would think about a particular lift, you can ask her directly.

Dr. Caroline Bao, DPT

Physical Therapy

Dr. Caroline Bao · DPT

Common Presentations

Shoulder impingement, rotator cuff issues, and overhead mobility restrictions

Lower back pain, spine dysfunction, and sciatica

Hip and knee pain — including issues related to lifting mechanics

Ankle sprains and lower limb injuries

Post-operative rehabilitation — returning to full training after surgery

General movement dysfunction that’s holding your training back

What We Provide

Orthopedic rehabilitation — restoring strength, range of motion, and function

Post-surgical recovery — structured return-to-sport programmes

Sports massage — circulation support and muscle tension relief

Cupping therapy — myofascial release and circulation support

IASTM — targeted treatment of soft tissue restrictions

Normatec compression therapy — recovery for legs, hips, and arms

Heat and cryotherapy — thermal contrast treatment

Physical Therapy FAQs

No. Dr. Caroline Bao’s services are open to anyone. If you’re dealing with a sports injury or movement issue and you’re based in Downtown LA, you’re welcome to book an appointment regardless of whether you train here.

Bring any relevant imaging — X-rays, MRIs, surgical reports. Wear comfortable clothing that allows access to the area being treated. Come prepared to describe your symptoms, when they started, and what makes them better or worse.

Initial assessments are typically 60 minutes and include a thorough evaluation of your movement, strength, and specific complaint. Follow-up sessions vary — typically 45 to 60 minutes.

Often, yes — and this is one of the advantages of having PT integrated at the gym. Dr. Bao can advise on what’s appropriate for same-day training, and your coaches can be briefed on any modifications needed.

Book a Physical
Therapy Appointment

On-site at ESTLR Athletics. Open to members and non-members. Call or text Dr. Caroline Bao directly to schedule.

Call 424-672-7674
Send an Enquiry