Hyena Rehab & Performance (Doctor of Physical Therapy)

Fantastic first experience. I was experiencing training induced lower back pain and Mariel immediately sussed out what it was and provided me with a some stretches that provided immediate relief! The appointment was easy and the training facility has everything you need as well. So glad I found Hyena performance and fitness. Looking forward to starting my new program!

DAVID IS AMAZING! This is the type of attention to detail I need when looking for a physical therapist. I was nervous at first because not only do I have scoliosis, but I also have fusions in my back from surgery. I came in due to a recreational sport injury. The injury consisted of limited mobility and strength on my right leg after a thorough investigation of flexibility, mobility, and strength throughout my entire body, David was able to identify and thoroughly explain how my bad left hip injured my right leg due to having to overcompensate for the lack of muscle (and lack of exercises that I needed to do to strengthen those muscles). Each week David was able to provide exercises that targeted my needs. With each new exercise, stretch, or test, David was always explaining what we were doing, the purpose of it, and how it benefited me. I could not have asked for a better experience and I will always recommend him!!

I went to Hyena Rehab in March for pain in my right glut that I felt whenever I walked. Originally it was just for the sports massage, which was really great. I can't remember her name and don't think she works there anymore, but she was able to identify issues with my feet pronation without me saying anything about it! She recommended that I talk to David, the owner, about PT for long term relief. David was able to quickly identify my issue in our initial consultation session and we did some exercises to see what increased and decreased the pain. I ended up buying a pack of 5. By session 1, my pain was gone! For the rest of the sessions, I worked out with Mariel, one of the PTs who is also a personal trainer. I've never had a personal trainer before and saw amazing results week over week, so I decided to continue only personal training with her for $180/mo. I get easily bored with my usual gym routines and end up falling out of routine, so her workout programs have been incredibly helpful. It's really cool that the office is a full gym and the staff is very professional and caring. Great vibes!

I've had a great experience with Hyena Rehab and Mariel. I came in due to persistent back pain, and while it's still a work in progress, I've definitely noticed improvement. The facility is always clean and never too crowded, which makes each visit comfortable. Mariel is a true gem—kind, supportive, and incredibly skilled. Highly recommend!

What can I say about Hyena Rehab and more importantly Mariel DPT? You won’t regret booking a consultation. Working with Mariel has been an absolute joy! I came to Hyena Rehab due to a knee issue caused by early osteoarthritis. I tried acupuncture and working a rehab program on my own without success. I was becoming more limited in the movements I could make. Within a month of working with Mariel I have been able to meet my goals of squatting and kneeling. I am feeling stronger and confident. I look forward to every session I have with her. She is positive, encouraging and knowledgeable. She has helped me so much and I am extremely grateful.

Dr. Kim is the best physical therapist in the game! I came to David with ankle mobility and calf issues after running a half marathon in 2023. What sets David apart from other practitioners is he truly cares about helping his patients get better. He is invested in your health and his thoughtfulness is apparent through his thorough assessments and intentional treatment plans. David is a very personable doctor and takes his time with you, unlike many other doctors I've encountered. He's always made me feel very comfortable and I've never felt rushed during any of our sessions. Hyena Rehab is located inside Intelligent Strength in Koreatown, LA. It's a state of the art facility, so you'll get access to using the best equipment. ALSO - there's a free gated parking lot so you don't need to worry about paying for parking! I'd highly recommend investing in your health and seeing David!

David is amazing. Went to see him for several nagging issues and he had multiple exercises for me immediately. Everyday I saw him he had new exercises for us to work on. Super knowledgeable. He also is very thorough with his intake. He really pays attention to detail and you can tell he really cares. They also have a massage therapist Jen that is amazing! Highly recommend!

Had shoulder surgery, and started working with David and Mariel after being dissatisfied with my previous PT . . . Difference is night and day! I love each of their philosophies and approaches, and how they don’t just tell you what to do but explain to you why you’re doing it and the issues each exercise/movement is addressing. The space is amazing, and I will be seeing them for a long time, even after my shoulder is fully recovered. They’ve earned a longtime client. Can’t wait to start massage therapy with Jen as well!