Sports Physical Therapist in Torrance, CA

Built for Athletes. Made for Results.

At PRIME, you get one-on-one care with a Doctor of Physical Therapy at every session — no techs, no aides, no cookie-cutter plans. Just expert PT built around you and your goals.

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5.0 Rating • 13 Reviews

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Why Choose Us

The Difference Between Getting Better and Getting Back

Traditional PT treats symptoms and hands you off to a tech. At PRIME, you work 1:1 with your Doctor of Physical Therapy at every session — combining manual therapy, movement assessment, and strength training to fix the actual problem and keep you active throughout recovery.

1:1 With a Doctor of PT

Every session is led by your Doctor of Physical Therapy — not an aide, not a tech.

Root Cause, Not Symptom Management

We find out what is actually driving your pain or limitation and build a plan around it — not just a generic protocol off the shelf.

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A Gym, Not a Clinic

Sessions happen inside Beimel Elite Athletics — with barbells, free weights, and performance tools available. Recovery doesn't mean sitting on a table.

Objective Testing, Clear Milestones

VALD force plate and dynamometer technology gives you real data on where you are and what it takes to return to sport — no guessing, no assumptions.

How It Works

Three Steps to Getting Back to Your PRIME

Book a Free Phone Consultation

Reach out to schedule a quick call with one of our expert clinicians. We'll learn about your situation, answer your questions, and confirm PRIME is the right fit before you come in.

Get a Comprehensive Evaluation

Your first session is 60 minutes of 1:1 time with one of our expert clinicians. We'll assess your movement, identify the root cause, and give you a clear roadmap — not a stack of generic exercises.

Train, Recover, and Perform

Follow your individualized plan, track your progress with objective testing, and get back to the activities you love — stronger than before.

Our Team

Expert Care Starts With the Right Provider

Every session at PRIME is led by a Doctor of Physical Therapy with 10+ years of experience and credentials in sports rehab, strength and conditioning, and orthopedic manual therapy.

Dr. Abby Dean

PT, DPT, CSCS, CSOMT, CPPC, RRS

Founder & Doctor of Physical Therapy

Courtney Magana

Client Experience Specialist

What Our Athletes Are Saying

Serving athletes in Torrance and the South Bay

I had a fantastic experience working with Abby. They are incredibly friendly, professional, and knowledgeable. I really appreciated the one-on-one attention during each session—it made a huge difference in my recovery!
Sara McElroy
I was dealing with a hip issue for a couple of weeks before seeing Dr. Dean, and she helped diagnose the issue right away and provided the best service I've received in my recovery. Since my visits, I no longer have the issue and am very pleased with my experience.
Brian Gomez-Reyes
As an avid cyclist, knees, low back and shoulders all working together is vitally important. Dr. Dean has done a wonderful job in getting these areas to start working together. Dr. Abby Dean is the best!
Erik Struve
Dr. Dean is truly amazing. She helped me solve multiple issues throughout my time with her and guided me back to running and working out without restrictions. Best PT in town. Highly recommend!
Ming Li
Dr. Abby Dean is amazing and helped my son through his injury. Abby was completely invested in helping my son recover and accommodated his school schedule by coming in early in the morning for PT sessions. She truly cares about her patients and with her help, my son is back on the mound feeling strong and healthy again.
Daphne Fujisawa
Great service!
Anthony Simioli

Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions about cash-based PT, what to expect, or whether PRIME is right for you? We've answered the most common ones below.

Do I need a doctor's referral to come in?

No referral needed. California is a direct-access state, which means you can schedule directly with a Doctor of Physical Therapy without seeing a physician first. Just reach out and we'll get you started.

Why is PRIME cash-based instead of accepting insurance?

Cash-based PT means every session is 1:1 with your physical therapist — no compromises on your care.

What does a first session look like?

We'll assess your movement, identify the root cause of your issue, and walk you out with a clear, personalized treatment plan.

Can you help me even if I'm not a competitive athlete?

Absolutely. At PRIME, we treat everyone like an athlete — whether you're training for a marathon, getting back to the gym, or just want to move without pain. If you want to be active and feel good doing it, you belong here.

Where are you located?

Prime Performance PT is located inside Beimel Elite Athletics at 3400 Kashiwa St, Torrance, CA 90505. We serve athletes and active adults from throughout the South Bay, including Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, Rancho Palos Verdes, and surrounding communities.

Still have questions?

Reach out and we'll help you figure out if PRIME is the right fit.

Ready to Get to Your PRIME?

Start with a free phone consultation. No commitment, no pressure — just a conversation about your goals and how we can help.