Gaylord Physical Therapy, Cheshire

"February 1. 6:00 PM. I limp into Gaylord wearing a post-op boot after bunion surgery. My right big toe is stiff and inflexible. Walking is painful. Running impossible. I can’t drive. I can’t stand in the shower. Three months later, and two sessions per week with Kayla, I can do all of these things. (Running to a lesser degree, but I’m almost there.) Before surgery, I was a runner who notched twenty-five-plus miles a week. So knowing I would be sidelined for months depressed me. But after Kayla asked about my therapy goals—to run again, to drive again, to walk up stairs and to shower again—she assured me we would achieve them. This was our first session. Seventeen sessions later and her confidence never waned. Neither did my progress. A word on Kayla Trobec: She’s kind. She’s joyful. She’s knowledgeable. She’s excellent. I never asked, and maybe I didn’t need to, but physical therapy feels like her vocation. Witnessing her interactions with other clients, there’s love there. She cares. And for me, that’s as critical to strengthening a surgically repaired foot as any farmer’s carry. Thank you, Kayla and all of the Cheshire Gaylord team."

"Went to Gaylord in Cheshire after my second neck surgery to reduce my neck pain and gain my movement back. The experience was amazing. Eric S was great to work with. The whole team really. In the end I was able to get back 90%+ of range of movement. More than even the doctors thought I’d get. Go there. You won’t be disappointed. Ask for Eric S."

"The Cheshire location is fantastic. After 2 ankle surgeries, and poor experiences at other PT places, Yarden is the best PT around! The assistants are also great. Everyone is kind and helpful. Yarden is always encouraging and supportive, and I have made more progress here than at any other PT place. I 100% would recommend Gaylord PT to anyone in need of post op rehab."

"Gaylord PT is an exceptional place. The advice, support and especially understanding of the staff is excellent. Eric Sokolowski is the best PT I have ever had. His ability to be encouraging, empathetic and firm is what I have been looking for. Eric not only communicates well, but he really listens and works to provide an individual training program specific to the patient. I have had trauma both personally and physically (back issue), and Eric has a keen sense of what I need to improve my health and athletic ability. I even rest with heat on my back in a meditation room. What a unique way to finish my workout! The staff aids are extremely friendly, and the front desk staff make me feel welcome upon entering the office. Eric has made me stronger, and I am grateful for the expertise he provides. I feel like a powerful Mom who got her strength back, because of my treatment with Eric and Gaylord!"

"My recent physical therapy at Gaylord Cheshire with Eric Sokolowski was by far one the most rewarding experiences I have had to date. Eric provided me with a personalized exercise program to enable me to carry out my daily activities with strength and ease. Prior to attending therapy, I was having chronic back, hip and foot pain. I had lost most of my strength and had trouble completing the simplest things and could not sit comfortably for long periods. With Eric’s help, I have the strength and confidence to accomplish so many things and lift an amount of weight I never thought possible. Gaylord PT Cheshire is not the run of the mill PT facility. They provide you with the tools necessary to live a normal life. I would highly recommend it. In addition, the staff is wonderful and accommodating! I look forward to my HEP to maintain my strength! Thanks Eric Sokolowski and everyone at Gaylord a Cheshire PT! Clara Koczi"