Injuries are a part of life; so, too, are the often painful and lengthy recoveries. At Matz Orthopedic Physical Therapy, the rehabilitative journey takes place in the safest environment, under the care of the most experienced and capable physical therapists.

Now practicing for twenty years, Alexander Matz opened his first clinic in Miami Beach on 41st Street. In an effort to provide a more convenient location for his patients, Alex opened a second store in Bal Harbour on Kane Concourse.

“We treat every body hands on,” Alex says, and believes “in the concept of treating the whole body.” When a new patient arrives, they are evaluated by one of the nine licensed physical therapists. Unlike many offices where a patient may work with several different therapists during the course of their treatment, at Matz Orthopedic Physical Therapy, just one therapist travels the road of recovery with their patient, with one-on-one sessions, until all therapy goals are met.

What truly separates Matz Orthopedic from other physical therapy offices, however, is Alex’s unique vision of maximizing a patient’s recovery process. In addition to traditional manual therapy – the integration of osteopathic-like manipulation and massage techniques – Alex has recently opened an adjacent studio, YogaMatz, to offer patients the next level in rehabilitative services. Alex’s vision for the studio remains two-fold: offer patients an innovative recovery tool; and offer the community a location in which to practice Pilates or Yoga in ultra-small class sizes or in the ultimate environment of private, one-on-one instruction.

Matz Orthopedic Physical Therapy is open Monday through Friday, from 7am until 7pm. For the Bal Harbour office, located at 1065 Kane Concourse, please call (305) 866-5050 to make an appointment. To visit the office at 300-41st Street, please call (305) 672-0614.

*Look for Alex Matz’s column in upcoming issues of the Tropical Tribune, where he will discuss health and wellness issues.