Disha Patel, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
I earned my bachelor’s degree in Rehabilitation Sciences with a minor in Disability and Human Development from the University of Illinois at Chicago, followed by a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. I am also certified in Level One Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy.
My journey into this profession was shaped by a personal history of chronic low back pain and a herniated disc that began at age twelve. I successfully managed my condition with physical therapy, avoiding surgery and other medical interventions. This experience has deepened my appreciation for the power of healing through movement, manual therapy, and evidence-based practices.
I began my career with React as a physical therapy aide and have now returned to practice as a Physical Therapist. React aligns with my commitment to providing exceptional, one-on-one care using a full-body approach and focusing on what matters most to my patients to help them achieve their functional goals. I have experience working with both orthopedic and vestibular patient populations.
Lightning Round
A few of Disha’s favorite things.
I’ve had some bad luck with injuries. I had 12 holes in right knee, many doctors said I should stop playing basketball. David has been able to put me back together. I’m not worried if I get hurt because I know I can come see him and get back to 100%.
I’ve been playing basketball overseas for three years and this last summer was the first time I came to see David consistently. After doing my therapy and all of the exercises David gave me on a regular basis, I had the best season percentage wise that I have ever had.
For the past 2-3 years I had been experiencing right leg pain, back pain, and a slew of other issues. A friend of mine referred me to React and I’m truly amazed by my progress. A few months later and I’m now 100% healed. If you have imbalances, flexibility issues, mobility issues, call React.
I am so indebted to React. For so long, having pain in my shoulder was so normal, I didn’t even think about it. The first time I woke up and walked around for hours before realizing I wasn’t in pain was amazing. I can’t thank them enough for their detailed, careful, and hard work to fix me up.
I came here fresh off a major hip operation and knee repair. My body was completely unbalanced. I think since my time here, we’ve made huge strides I didn’t think were possible. My stability and strength is better than it’s been in probably 10 years. I think it has everything to do with David and the techniques he has used. I’ve never seen anything like it before.
