South Orange County, CA

One-on-one care.
Built around you.

Re-Active Physical Therapy and Performance offers hour-long evaluations, individualized plans of care, and a welcoming clinic experience — so you move, recover, and perform without the rush.

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WHY US

Physical therapy that doesn't feel rushed.

Most clinics give you 20 minutes and an aide. We give you an hour, one-on-one with your therapist, and a plan that's truly yours.

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Hour-long evaluations

We take the time to listen, assess, and build a real plan — no rushed visits.

02

True 1-on-1 care

Every session is direct with your therapist. No double-booking, no hand-offs.

03

Individualized plans

Your treatment is built around your goals, sport, and lifestyle — not a template.

04

Doctorate-trained

Care led by a Doctor of Physical Therapy with advanced manual therapy training.

OUR SERVICES

Care that meets you where you are.

From acute pain and post-surgical rehab to high-level performance, every service is delivered one-on-one by a doctor of physical therapy.

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Manual therapy

Hands-on joint mobilization and soft-tissue work to reduce pain and restore motion.

Performance & wellness

Strength, mobility, and return-to-sport programming for athletes of every level.

Therapeutic exercise

Individualized exercise progressions to rebuild strength, control, and confidence.

Traction

Cervical and lumbar traction to relieve nerve compression and chronic spinal pain.

Rock blade (IASTM)

Instrument-assisted soft-tissue mobilization to improve tissue quality and movement.

KT taping

Kinesiology taping to support healing joints and offload painful structures.

Concussion management

Evidence-based return-to-learn and return-to-play care for post-concussion recovery.

Vestibular & dizziness

Targeted vestibular rehab for BPPV, dizziness, balance, and post-concussion vertigo.

ABOUT US

Built around unhurried, one-on-one care for our south Orange County community.

60+
Minute Evaluations

A different kind of PT clinic — appointments that aren't rushed, plans of care built around you, and a welcoming space for patients and staff alike.

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Steven Samaniego, PT, DPT
10+
Years of Experience
Meet Our Founder

Steven Samaniego, PT, DPT

Owner & Fellowship-Trained Clinician

Founder · FAAOMPT · IPNFAI

Steven founded Re-Active Physical Therapy and Performance to practice the kind of PT he wished existed: unhurried, deeply personal, and rooted in the latest manual therapy and performance science.

As a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists and an International PNF Association Instructor, Steven brings advanced training in orthopedic manual therapy and neuromuscular re-education to every session.

Orthopedic Manual Therapy
PNF Instructor (IPNFAI)
Fellow, FAAOMPT
Owner & Lead Therapist
"Every patient deserves an hour of focused, hands-on care — and a plan built around the life they want to get back to."
— Steven Samaniego
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OUR TEAM

The people behind your care.

A small, focused team of doctorate-trained clinicians — so you always see the person who knows your story.

Steven Samaniego, PT, DPT

Steven Samaniego, PT, DPT

Owner · FAAOMPT · IPNFAI

Doctor of Physical Therapy with fellowship training in orthopedic manual therapy and PNF instruction.

Jane Doe, PT, DPT

Jane Doe, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist · OCS

Orthopedic Clinical Specialist focused on return-to-sport rehab, post-surgical recovery, and individualized strength programming.

PRICING

Simple, transparent rates.

Out-of-pocket pricing for direct, one-on-one care. We also accept most major insurance plans — reach out and we'll verify your benefits before your first visit.

Initial Evaluation

$185/ 60 min

A full hour with your therapist — assessment, treatment, and a personalized plan.

  • Hour-long one-on-one visit
  • Comprehensive movement & orthopedic exam
  • Same-day manual therapy & treatment
  • Individualized home program
Most common

Follow-Up Visit

$135/ 55 min

Ongoing one-on-one treatment focused on your goals and progression.

  • 55 minutes of direct 1-on-1 care
  • Manual therapy & therapeutic exercise
  • Progress tracking & plan updates
  • Modalities as indicated

Performance Session

$150/ 60 min

Performance & wellness coaching for athletes and active adults.

  • Sport-specific movement screen
  • Strength & mobility programming
  • Return-to-sport progressions
  • Recovery & load management
Insurance accepted
AetnaAnthem Blue CrossBlue Shield of CACignaUnited HealthcareMedicareTriWest / VAWorkers' Comp
FAQ

Questions, answered.

Still have something on your mind? Send us a message — we're happy to help.

Initial evaluations are a full hour, and follow-up visits are about 55 minutes. You'll always have direct, one-on-one time with your therapist — never an aide.

We accept most major insurance plans including Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Cigna, United Healthcare, Medicare, TriWest/VA, and Workers' Comp. Send us your info through the contact form and we'll verify your benefits before your first visit.

In California you can see a physical therapist for up to 45 days or 12 visits without a referral under direct access. Some insurance plans still require one — we'll help you figure out what your plan needs.

Comfortable clothing you can move in, your insurance card, a photo ID, and any imaging or referral paperwork your doctor has given you. Plan to arrive 10 minutes early to fill out intake forms.

Absolutely. Our performance and wellness sessions are built for athletes of every level — from weekend warriors to competitive sport — focusing on return-to-sport, strength, and load management.

Common conditions include neck and back pain, shoulder injuries, knee and hip pain, post-surgical rehab, sports injuries, concussions, vertigo and dizziness, and chronic pain.

Ready for PT that takes its time?

Reach out to schedule your hour-long evaluation. We'll verify your insurance and get you on the schedule.

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REQUEST AN INTAKE

Let's get you on the schedule.

Tell us a little about what you're dealing with and we'll reach out to verify insurance, answer questions, and book your first visit.