Business Details
31 Years
experience
Expert Physical Therapy Services in Los Angeles
Century City Physical Therapy was a private practice founded in 1995 by Susan L. Bass and Stacy Barrows, two certified physical therapists with over 40 years of combined clinical experience. The practice specialized in personalized, one-on-one patient care, offering services such as manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, joint replacement rehabilitation, and movement re-education through the Feldenkrais Method. For 24 years, the practice served patients in Beverly Hills, West Los Angeles, Century City, and Santa Monica, prioritizing individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's needs and physician recommendations.The practice closed in 2020 due to rising operational costs but emphasized its commitment to patient outcomes through evidence-based practices and direct collaboration with leading physicians. The founders continued their work as independent practitioners, maintaining a focus on cash-based, high-quality care while acknowledging the financial challenges this transition posed for some patients.
Services
Manual Therapy
Therapeutic Exercise
Joint Replacement Rehabilitation
Feldenkrais Method
Pilates Rehabilitation
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of combined clinical experience in physical therapy.
- Our services are tailored to individual patient needs and physician recommendations.
- We specialize in evidence-based manual therapy and movement re-education techniques.
- Founders continue as independent practitioners with a focus on quality care.
- We collaborated directly with top physicians and surgeons in Los Angeles.
What people say
Personalized care
Expert therapists
Effective treatments
Compassionate approach
Lasting patient relationships
Services
Manual Therapy
Manual therapy involves hands-on techniques like joint mobilization and myofascial release to reduce pain, improve mobility, and enhance tissue repair. Our skilled therapists use this approach to address musculoskeletal conditions, focusing on individualized treatment plans that promote functional recovery and long-term wellness through direct physical intervention.
Therapeutic Exercise
Custom therapeutic exercise programs are designed to improve strength, balance, and flexibility while addressing specific patient goals. These evidence-based routines, tailored to pre- and post-surgical needs or chronic conditions, help reduce pain, enhance mobility, and prevent future injuries through targeted movement strategies developed by licensed physical therapists.
Feldenkrais Method
The Feldenkrais Method uses gentle movement and awareness techniques to improve coordination, flexibility, and functional mobility. Through group classes or individual sessions, patients learn to refine movement patterns, reduce pain, and enhance physical performance by retraining neuromuscular pathways for more efficient, pain-free motion.
Joint Replacement Rehabilitation
Joint replacement rehabilitation focuses on pre- and post-operative care for knee, hip, or shoulder replacements. Our therapists create personalized exercise plans to optimize surgical outcomes, restore mobility, and accelerate recovery while educating patients on pain management strategies and safe return to daily activities.
Pilates Rehabilitation
Pilates-based rehabilitation integrates core strengthening and controlled movements to improve posture, stability, and musculoskeletal health. This method complements traditional physical therapy by enhancing body awareness, reducing injury risk, and supporting recovery through balanced muscle engagement and mindful movement patterns tailored to individual needs.
People
Stacy Barrows
Co-Owner, Physical Therapist
Stacy Barrows, co-founder of Century City Physical Therapy, is a licensed physical therapist with over 25 years of clinical experience. She specializes in manual therapy, shoulder rehabilitation, and the Feldenkrais Method. Stacy holds advanced certifications in Pilates instruction and Feldenkrais practice, authored research on pain management, and developed the patented Smartroller fitness tool.
Susan Bass
Co-Owner, Physical Therapist
Susan Bass, co-founder of Century City Physical Therapy, is a doctor of physical therapy specializing in post-surgical and orthopedic rehabilitation. With expertise in treating athletes and seniors, she focuses on functional recovery and chronic pain management. Susan is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association and emphasizes exercise as a key component of holistic health.
Jamie Schoen
Physical Therapist
Jamie Schoen is a licensed physical therapist with a background in dance and Pilates instruction. She specializes in personalized treatment programs for post-surgical recovery, chronic pain management, and movement optimization. Jamie earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Columbia University and integrates Pilates principles into her rehabilitation approach.
Questions
What services did Century City Physical Therapy offer?
We specialized in manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, joint replacement rehabilitation, Feldenkrais Method classes, and Pilates-based rehabilitation for musculoskeletal conditions and post-surgical recovery.
Why did Century City Physical Therapy close?
The practice closed in 2020 due to rising rents, declining insurance reimbursements, and increasing administrative costs that made the small-practice model unsustainable.
Are the therapists still practicing?
Yes, co-founders Stacy Barrows and Susan Bass continue as independent practitioners in different locations, maintaining their focus on personalized physical therapy care.
Was Century City Physical Therapy in-network with insurance?
We billed insurance as a courtesy until closure, but current practices operate on a cash-pay basis only. Patients should consult directly with the therapists for current payment options.
What areas did CCPT serve?
We served patients in Beverly Hills, West Los Angeles, Century City, and Santa Monica, providing care to residents and referrals from local physicians.
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