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Cohen Health and Performance
Bethesda, MD
I would give 10 stars to this amazing team of providers if I could!!! I struggled with back pain for seven months before being referred to CHP. After ONE session, I left without pain, and an understanding of what may be going on. I felt immediately cared for, understood, and confident they could and would help me heal. Over the next 10 weeks, I worked with both Drs Renee and Sam, and both are incredible in their own right. Dr. Renee worked tirelessly to ease me back into not only being pain free, but working and working out like I wanted and needed to. Dr. Sam was the perfect tag team and helped me progress even further, and worked with me to create a regimen that was productive but also managable with my crazy work schedule. He set me up for continued sucess once I completed my sessions, and I know I have a safety net in place if I need it. I feel that this team met me exactly where I was, and were completely invested in my recovery. As a lifetime athlete and someone who now works in health and fitness full time, I have never experienced PT quite like this. An entirely dedicated, personalized team that is just next level with their knowledge and implementation. No banded clamshells here baby!!! I would recommend CHP to anyone (in fact I already have) and everyone. Worth every penny- you WILL get better and you'll have a fabulous time doing it. 10/10!!
I am so happy to have found this practice. It has been a long time since I have had a physical therapist like Dr Sneh Bhakta to really analyze and pay attention to my back issues and identify the best exercises and therapies to help me. (In fact, there has only been one other PT practitioner, now retired, who was what a therapist SHOULD be—like Dr Bhakta.) He stays with me during my session, makes sure I am doing the exercises correctly, and catalogs them for me so I can do them at home. This is completely unlike the last couple of practices I have gone to, where a formulaic, pre-printed, pre-ordained list was referred to and I was passed off to assistants during my session who either did or did not pay attention to what I was doing. I highly recommend the Cohen group and since my experience is with Dr Bhakta, I highly recommend him.
My son has had a wonderful experience working with Sebastian Bellitto at Cohen Health & Performance for the past 8 months. He has improved my son’s strength and speed and has worked with him on PT issues as well. In addition to being very helpful in these areas, he is also very personable and friendly and an all-around great mentor to young athletes. While there’s hard work involved, my son always looks forward to their time together and I would highly recommend Sebastian.
Cohen Health and Performance is incredible. The physical therapists are knowledgeable and professional. They are attentive and listen to the concerns/questions of their patients. They helped resolve my issues resulting from a fibular stress fracture and got me back to running and all other forms of exercise. I cannot recommend enough how trustworthy and insightful they are.
I’m currently working with Dr. Sneh to rehab an old shoulder surgery and it is one of the two best PT experiences I’ve had. He developed an extensive program of exercises and recovery techniques that have helped me increase strength and function. Sneh is really good at personalizing exercises to my capabilities and needs, while challenging me and encouraging me to have fun at the same time. I also worked with Dr. Zac to rehab my hip and it is the other of my two best experiences. He too excels in assessing needs and developing a program for improvement. Zac has created a great team and a welcoming environment, I highly recommend this clinic.
I had an excellent experience with Zach Cohen and Sneh Bhakta at Cohen Health and Performance in Bethesda. Both have doctorates in physical therapy. They were very helpful and supportive, and under their care I improved a great deal. The treatment started with a discussion in which Zach asked about every detail of my problem, including what my doctor and my doctor’s physical therapist had said and done. Then I proceeded with exercises that he chose. Then I switched to Sneh, who continued — but he also had his own ideas of what would be effective. I learned that Sneh was also inventing exercises for my particular and somewhat unusual situation. It was very reassuring to get such personalized (as opposed to routine) attention. This is done in a friendly and congenial, cheery atmosphere. It was a pleasure to go to their facility for a session. They also gave me exercises I could do at home. I was able to make a lot of progress physically and I am very satisfied with the results.
Great facilities with amazing trainers. Super knowledgeable and easy to get along with. Amazing for athletes of all ages, especially youth and high school. They are currently helping me get back from a hamstring + groin injury to let me ball out in the fall. Highly recommend!!
I have been to a number of physical therapists over the years. Most were a waste of time, and one even said that she didn't know what else to suggest for an injury that Cohen Health & Performance was able to "fix". As I get older, I'm sure that more exercise injuries will happen and when they do, this will the physical therapy office I will trust with my health.
Thanks to the dedication and expertise, I made significant progress in regaining strength, mobility, and confidence in my ankle. I am grateful for the positive experience and I highly recommend Zachary Cohen and the team to anyone in need of exceptional physical therapy.
The team at Cohen has been great! Everyone is so welcoming every time I go in and it’s just a great environment to keep me motivated! I had a bunch of surgery setbacks when I tore my ACL last year, but the team at Cohen got me back up to speed in no time. I worked with Ethan, who was quickly able to get me on track and set me up with a great strengthening and running plan that helped me figure out my exact areas of weakness that were holding me back. From there I saw big improvements in my overall strength and confidence in my knee, and now I’m very close to returning back to sports!
Great experience with Cohen Health and Performance! Zac was terrific with my son’s injury rehab, grateful for his attentive care and expertise.
Sebastian at Cohen Health & Performance is helping me rehab a new Achilles tendinitis and an old knee injury. The experience has been excellent; focussing on addressing the root causes of dysfunction in my leg and achieving goals that I am highly motivated to reach. Sebastian is truly expert. I’m already in a stronger, more functional place than I’ve been in years, and we’re not done yet. The new facility is lovely, and parking is super easy.
The guys at Cohen are great. I've been treated for back and shoulder problems. Their combination of manual therapy plus strengthening helped me in both cases. Super professional and personable.
Over the past year, physical therapist Ethan at this practice has created a custom pain management program after a back injury left me with chronic pain and distressing mobility issues. At each session Ethan listens carefully, explains his strategy in terms I can understand, demonstrates the move, and then gives me feedback as I learn each move. We also videotape each exercise so I can repeat it accurately at home. Through Ethan’s program, I’ve gained effective pain management techniques and most importantly, the confidence to return to normal activities like flying solo to California last month to visit my daughter in San Francisco. I’ve also been able to return to my 3-hour volunteer docent shifts twice weekly at Smithsonian National Zoo. I greatly appreciate Ethan’s expertise and professionalism, and I strongly recommend his services!
Ethan has been amazing! I suffered with neck pain and intermittent back spasms leaving me unable to walk for 2 days due to pain. All my issues were addressed and I am able to do heavy weightlifting without any issues! It was not easy to figure out exactly what the problem was, there was no way I would be able to figure things out on my own by watching youtube and routine physical therapy workouts would not have addressed my specific issue (I tried). I needed a thorough evaluation to target my specific issue and Ethan was able to do this. Cannot recommend this enough.
Sebastien who I worked with predominantly and sometimes Kelly (for running specifics) were amazing. They listened, and provided respectful insights and feedback on ways to help strengthen and improve my movement. If we needed to change things up they didn't hesitate to optimize my rehab plan. Amazing support.
i was very happy with the PT that i received at CHP in Bethesda. Jordan was terrific both as a therapist and as a person who made my sessions as much fun as possible. I also very much appreciated the ability to do sessions virtually so that i could travel and still get PT.
I have received great care with Dr. Jordan at Cohen Health and Performance. She's incredibly encouraging and positive. She is also very knowledgeable. And when we got stuck a bit, she did extra research to determine the best course of treatment for me. I'm making real progress and feel very hopeful for a full recovery.
The team at Cohen Health is very knowledgable and attentive. I have worked with them for over 2 years and it has helped me rehabilitate various injuries and get me through post op recovery. It's great to be able to focus on best practices and therapy for any injury or pain point, and not be restricted by whatever insurance companies require for therapy.
Not only is this a beautifully curated and equipped facility, it is full of extremely capable, caring, and intellectually curious PT's who set their own standards. Too often patients are run through a completely predetermined routine based on where their pain point is. At CHP, the team not only has the knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, but they understand the application of that knowledge and actually train their patients to be able to rewire their neuromuscular firing patterns to address the root case of pain. This facility is led by a fantastic owner who aims to educate his team and create a network of professionals that can continue to learn from each other. Cannot recommend this place enough!!
I ruptured my quadricep tendon. Having a good surgeon was an important part of the recovery, but what really helped me recover was the therapy provided by CHP. I have learned exercises that I will incorporate into my routines for the rest of my life. Most importantly, however, is CHP got me through my recovery and back to skiing -- one of my favorite activities. On day 6 of 7 and every thing is great. Thank you Zach, Sebastian, and the whole CHP team!
A friend referred me to Cohen for training and physical therapy services before I had knee surgery to repair torn meniscus in a knee. After a 3 month regiment of training and therapy with Dr. Jordan Arbuckle there, my surgically repaired knee feels great and is 100% back, and my entire lower body has new strength and agility I never thought possible. Cohen H&P is top notch and I recommend them and Jordan to anyone.
Cohen Health and Performance
McLean, VA
Cohen Health and Performance is a consistently high-quality provider for physical therapy services. I've worked with multiple physical therapists over the years, and the ones I've felt most confident with in finding solutions are the PTs at Cohen Health and Performance. The physical therapists address the root cause of your issues and explain clearly the "why" and "how" to resolve these issues for the long-term so you can return to your activity/sport with confidence. One of the aspects I really like is that the PTs all allocate professional development time to learn from each other and "talk shop" about how to optimize care for their clients/patients. I still use many of the strategies I've learned through CHP to stay healthy and perform. I also refer my personal training clients when an issue arises that's out of my scope of practice, and they've echoed the same experience of an exceptional quality of service, reliability, and consistency in the services offered. I highly, highly recommend Cohen Health and Performance!
There is an AMAZING team here!! They really take the time to listen to your concerns and intuitively evaluate your progress each week. They are with you individually as you work through your entire session, giving you feedback and suggestions. As a competitive runner, coming to Cohen has been an absolute game-changer. I thought some IT band issues would ruin my fall season, but they worked with me to hone in on the problem and create a solution. Also very communicative and friendly! They really want you to become your best self and achieve your goals, and it shows in the care and thought they put behind their training plans. If I could give more stars, I absolutely would!!
Dr. Zac and the practice at Cohen Health and Performance have legitimatley changed my life. Prior to joining, I had recurrent joint issues that seemed to affect every joint - knee problems, wrist problems, ankle problems. I worked out regularly, but every exercise seemed precarious, like it might create a new injury. Add to that two high-velocity children! Zac identified my underlying biomechanical issues, and has given me the exercises to address them. What's more, he also has me on a consistently-varied, fun program that builds a solid foundation, gets me strong, and helps me avoid any new injuries. He regularly progresses my exercises, and constantly finds new ones to help me solve any additional problems (and build muscle) I'm stronger, more fit, and more stable than I've been in decades - maybe ever. Issues that I thought I'd live with forever are essentially gone. Thank you so much, Zac, and the entire practice!
I have been working with Dr. Sam Kinney at Cohen Health and Performance for a little over six months now and it has been literally life-changing. I'm a runner who competes in obstacle course races and also does CrossFit. Over the years I've tried at least half a dozen physical therapists for various issues with my back, knee, hip, and shins and was never able to get lasting relief or discover the root of my issues. Eventually, I tried PRP therapy for my back, but my back issues returned. My spine doctor recommended I try Cohen and my only regret is that I didn't discover them sooner. Working with Dr. Sam has allowed me to deal with long-standing issues, as well as get a handle on smaller issues as they arise, without ever having to cut back on my training. He also works with the programming that my obstacle course coaches provide me and gives me exercises that supplement that programming, in addition to tailored PT-programming to address whatever imbalances or issues I'm having at the time. Dr. Sam is always ready for a challenge and tailors our sessions and his programming to exactly what I'm looking to improve on.
I am in my mid 30s with multiple previous injuries, having played rugby for the last 15+ years, and have worked with many PTs, trainers, chiropractors, etc. over the years. Cohen Health and Performance has offered the best experience and results as they provide tailored programming to address your goals. I started working with Zach to address some mobility issues in my hips that was causing various muscle/soft tissue strains. He diagnosed the issue and set up a great program including daily at-home essentials for me to progress. I then had some Patellar and Achilles tendon issues after running a half marathon without requisite preparation and he was able to quickly pivot to address those and get me back on track. Zach is now helping me prepare for rugby season by working on top end sprint speed, acceleration/deceleration, lateral movement, etc. While I do have to manage my own insurance reimbursement, they have an app that makes it super easy. Would 10/10 recommend Cohen Health and Performance and especially if you are an athlete trying to diagnose the root cause of lingering issues or just preparing to performance at a high level.
As an experienced (aging) runner and former coach myself, I thought I knew everything there was to know about the running and staying healthy enough to run. That was not the case. I turned to Cohen Health and Performance on the recommendation of a great friend and coach after experiencing a nagging and prolonged calf injury. It prevented me from training and maintaining my fitness level. I was not able to complete runs and even walking back home after a failed run, was painful. I scheduled my first appointment with Sam (Dr. Kinney) in early January and within two weeks, I was back to running almost pain-free. Over the course of the next 12-14 weeks, I was back to my full running schedule. I was able to successfully complete the Boston Marathon on April 15th. Sam takes care to ask the right questions to help get to the bottom of the problem and then finds great exercise, stretching and other activities to help resolve the injury. I was amazed that I felt the difference after our first appointment. I have to say, some of the sessions left me sore, but after a couple of days, I felt stronger than before. I am happy I followed the entire program. It helped get me in competitive condition so much so that I am continuing the sessions to maintain my overall condition over time. Thanks Sam!
Started with Sam at Cohen Health & Performance in December 2023 after labrum surgery. Sam developed a customized routine that ensured a smooth recovery process. Within a few months of physical therapy, my shoulder regained its strength and mobility. I was able to return to all my normal activities. I truly could not have achieved such an excellent outcome without Sam’s skilled care and guidance. I highly recommend trusting Cohen Heath & Performance for all your physical therapy needs. Finally, the McLean gym is extremely nice, with all the tools needed for success.
I work with Sam at Cohen Health And performance. I have had physical therapy before and this is by far the best place I have been to with the best staff. I have results in less than a month. They work very closely with their patients and make sure to come Up with a plan that is doable at home and gives results. If there were more than five stars, I would give it.
I had several sessions with Dr. Kelly and it was a complete game changer for me. I had hip/glute pain from distance running and wanted a permanent solution so I could keep running. Dr. Kelly worked with me to address those issues and develop a sustainable workout plan that would continue to strengthen key muscles and enable me to keep running. She is incredibly smart and patient!
I've been going to Cohen Health and Performance for several years. I first went to deal with specific injuries but have been going monthly for the past 4-5 years to work on specific exercises to support my latest goal (I am an ultrarunner) and prevent rather than treat injuries. The team is supportive and enthusiastic about my goals and are not only PTs but cheerleaders! If I can give them more than 5 stars I would :)
