Alvin Yu PT, DPT

Dr. Yu has literally helped prepare humans for Mars—and he brings that same innovative approach to your recovery right here on Earth. A Southern California native from San Gabriel, Dr. Yu has an impressive academic foundation with degrees from UC Irvine, Cal State Long Beach, and UCSF—but it's his groundbreaking research that sets him apart. While most physical therapists were studying traditional rehabilitation, Dr. Yu was developing exercise devices for astronauts and researching how microgravity affects human muscle tissue. 

The same curiosity and precision that drove his space research now fuels his approach to orthopedics, sports rehabilitation, and post-operative care. Dr. Yu understands that every body is different, every injury tells a story, and every recovery requires a personalized strategy. His expertise in manual therapy techniques, combined with his research background, means he doesn't just follow standard protocols—he thinks critically about why your body isn't responding the way it should and adapts accordingly.

What makes Dr. Yu special isn't just his impressive credentials or his out-of-this-world research experience. It's his genuine commitment to education and relationship-building that transforms the typical PT experience. Whether you're an elite athlete, a weekend warrior, or someone just trying to get back to daily activities without pain, Dr. Yu's goal is the same: to not only get you moving better but to teach you how to keep it that way. And when he's not helping patients rediscover their strength, you'll find him staying active himself on the volleyball court, climbing walls, or cycling throughout Southern California.