Did you know you don’t need a doctor’s referral to start physical therapy? Thanks to Direct Access in California, you can begin treatment right away. At Kinetik Performance and Rehab in Mission Viejo, our team helps patients recover faster, avoid unnecessary delays, and take control of their health with personalized care.

Back pain affects nearly 80% of adults, but the solution often starts with your core. Weak or imbalanced core muscles force your spine to work harder, leading to pain and stiffness. In this guide, physical therapists explain how core strength prevents back pain, share simple exercises like bird dog and glute bridges, and highlight when to seek professional help for lasting relief.

Joint pain and stiffness can begin earlier than you think. Learn how to protect and strengthen your joints in your 20s, 30s, 40s, and beyond with targeted injury prevention strategies. From mobility tips to joint-friendly workouts, this guide offers expert physical therapy advice for every age. Stay strong, active, and pain-free with help from Kinetik Performance and Rehab—your trusted physical therapy clinic in Mission Viejo and Orange County.