PT First – Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation

"All around wonderful experience. Dr. Felipe Mares and Francina treated me like family and I will continue to send my own family and friends to them in the future. I came to PT First following an Achilles rupture and subsequent surgery. Felipe is a highly skilled therapist who got me back to the activities I love quicker than expected. During every appointment Felipe gave me high quality care, taking the time to get to know me and tailoring my rehab accordingly. I am incredibly grateful to have had such a compassionate, knowledgeable, and dedicated therapist. Francina also provided me with excellent service, making sure to schedule appointments that worked with my busy schedule and always treating me with kindness. I had such an excellent experience with my Achilles rehab, that I returned for rehab of an old shoulder injury. I feel comforted knowing that Felipe and Francina are providing care to the ABQ community. If I could give more than 5 stars I would."

"I had a bad fall in Sept. and fractured my tibial plateau (bone under the knee cap). After spending nearly 9 months wearing a brace and not putting any weight on my leg I needed physical therapy. The center associated with the orthopedic center I was going to couldn’t take me for 3 weeks so I got on the phone and called PT First and was thrilled they could see me the next week. They are located in a convenient location with parking just steps away from the front door. I was greeted by their friendly and competent front desk staff who checked me in right away. The owner, Felipe, met with me personally and made me feel like I was one of his most important clients. The physical therapists, Kevin, Phil and Dylan all worked with me for nearly 4 months were all so encouraging and caring. One of the things I liked best was they had me do different exercises at every visit so it was never boring. I can’t say enough good things about their water treadmill therapy. I was able to do things I didn’t dream I could do. I am now discharged from PT First and doing home rehab. I highly recommend PT First, and have, to my friends for your physical therapy needs."

"PT First is a FIVE STAR facility throughout. If you can help it, don't trust anyone else! The owner, Felipe Mares, provides each of his patients with personal attention every visit. He is extremely knowledgeable and committed to creating a path to recovery that works. Felipe's staff is well-trained and courteous, and the facility is absolutely pristine. After left hip surgery in October, I made the mistake of going to a different physical therapist in Albuquerque. The place was filthy and over-crowded, and the staff was condescending and had no clue what they were doing. Three weeks later, my recovery wasn't progressing as well as it should have been and my surgeon was concerned, so I decided to leave mid-treatment. That's when I found PT First and realized that not all PT facilities are created equal. Three months after my left hip surgery, I had the same surgery performed on my right hip. All of my physical therapy for this second surgery has been with PT First and my progress has been noticeably quicker. My surgeon was even impressed. The evidence is clear. PT First is, by far, THE BEST physical therapy you will find in Albuquerque!"

"I had been battling neck pain & discomfort for about 1 year, having tried chiropractors, acupuncture and a pain clinic, finally my primary care doctor suggested physical therapy. Not having ever been to a PT I didn't have much faith but I did have a great referral. My close friend and my mother both have been going to PT First. That was the 1st step to my healing and finally getting rid of my problem. Felipe and his staff are amazing. Felipe has such a gentle touch that I never really felt what he was doing since there wasn't any pain. He gently manipulated my neck and shoulder each visit, combined with a warm up, workout and cool down. Before I knew it I was sleeping through the night with each passing day feeling back to normal. I highly recommend you give them a try, I don't think you'll be disappointed!"

"I am so happy with my choice of PT First for physical therapy following shoulder surgery. I did my homework to find the best PT outfit in town, and found it hands down with Felipe and his company. The office is easy to find, and the staff up front is always friendly when I arrive. I appreciate that appointments run on time, and I like that I get text reminders. Now to the real stuff: Felipe knows what he is doing. He is an athlete and understands how the recovery and healing process works. He is compassionate, professional, and is gifted as a healer. I am an active 48 year old and was considered for a possible full shoulder replacement. Instead, I went out of state to find an excellent surgeon and in combination with an excellent physical therapist I am back to nearly full mobility and it has been only 10 weeks. If you are serious about physical therapy and rehabbing injuries, look no further and make an appointment here!"