Spark Performance & Physiotherapy

Fantastic experience: Steven and his staff are awesome to be around. Personable to the point where you may inadvertently reveal your passwords. I look forward to my next visit. My hip pain has been reduced in just three visits

Fantastic experience: Dr Alexander is an amazing physiotherapist. Always professional and courteous. I have carpal tunnel and went to Spark Performance because I did not want to have surgery to fix the problem. Through exercise and treatment at Spark so far I have managed to avoid surgery. Highly recommend !

Fantastic experience: The philosophy at Spark is one I'd been looking for for a long time. Bethany, one of the PTs, is with me the whole time. She is constantly helping me find the proper regimen for my body's specific needs. Another family member sees Sydney, the personal trainer, and really enjoys the work outs.

Fantastic experience: Great physical therapists at Spark. Very knowledgeable at helping maximize potential as well as treat functional issues whether acute or chronic. Would highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: With their one-on-one sessions, I felt very positive that my shoulder issue would be fixed. They are top notch due to their knowledge, compassion and ability. They were highly recommended by a personal trainer who is also one of their clients. Hopefully you will "enjoy" PT as much as I have. It is impossible not to come away with a new friendship.

Fantastic experience: Bethany helped me heal some acute lower back pain, and adjusted my workout plan to help me reach my fitness goals. Then I saw Chelsey for physical training and she set me up with a great hypertrophy plan that I love. Both women did a great job of listening to me. They helped me make changes to my movement and pacing to avoid injury going forward.

Fantastic experience: Spark Performance gets 5 stars from me. I have health issues including osteoporosis and osteoarthritis. Daily activities have been difficult at times and my general doctor wants to start meds. I went to Spark for therapy and help with handling my issues. Every patient including myself gets individually treated with a program especially made for them. My therapist Bethany Hightower was excellent. She worked so hard getting the right program for me. She treated me with the utmost respect and was very encouraging. She also gave me “homework” which I will continue to do I highly recommend Spark to those in need of any therapy. I wish I could continue to go but my insurance no longer covers as I have made tremendous progress. Sincerely Jean Champ Apache Junction AZ

Fantastic experience: Steve is the best physical therapist in Mesa. He treats your problems personally instead of handing you off to a tech who half the time works on you as well as other patients. Steve gives you his undivided attention.

Fantastic experience: Dr Alexander is extremely knowledgeable, not only does he encourage you to perform and recover, his personality and charisma creates an environment where you want therapy with him. He is excellent in skills and motivation for your improvement. His quality is in increasing your desire to get better. His therapy is helpful and wanted.

Fantastic experience: I wish I would have went to Dr Steven months ago. My shoulder was giving me issues and I thought I could work through them on my own. Since I have been seeing Dr Steven my shoulder strength and flexibility have improved drastically. I would highly recommend him for anyone looking to return from a sports injury as quickly as possible.

Fantastic experience: Following my surgery, I had some difficulty finding a PT that met my needs for my rehab. When I first met Dr. Alexander, I knew he would be great and had my overall health and wellness in mind. He saw me as a whole person, not just my injury. He listened to me, helped me stay motivated to reach my goals, and was so attentive during our hour long one-on-one sessions. I wanted to keep my active lifestyle, and at my age, it was hard to find someone who would make me work hard! My entire rehab experience was great and I am so happy that I found Steven. I would highly recommend him to any one, all ages and at any stage of life!

Fantastic experience: I got my first exercise “high” at Spark, doing the carefully planned variety of exercises that are making me strong again after a hospital stay and long recovery that let my usual strength sort of atrophy. I want more of that. The energy and fun of Bethany Hightower make me look forward to every visit. The workout is giving me the results I didn’t think would be this good. The space is well designed, and full of excellent equipment. I get a full hour of attention. Chelsea Street at the front desk greets me like a friend. I have been to physical therapy at several locations. They were good, but Spark has an outstanding, caring and knowledgeable service.

Fantastic experience: I had been having sciatica pain for a couple of months. My coworkers told me to try physical therapy. I called Spark and they got me in during my lunch hour. After 3 sessions and at home exercises I feel so much better! Steve is very knowledgeable and outgoing.

Fantastic experience: If you're looking for a physical therapist and fitness plays any significant role in your life or you're just looking for an honest patient-centered practice, your search is over. Steven is the man. Nicest guy you'll ever meet. He listened and knew exactly what I was talking about when explaining my pain and background. Within one session, he was able to diagnose and provide relief and help me come up with a plan to make sure it would never happen again. This was my first time seeing a physical therapist and I was a little skeptical at first. Absolutely no regrets.

Fantastic experience: Steven is fantastic: friendly, knowledgeable and cares about his clients and their results. He has helped me with multiple injuries and I highly recommend him if you are are looking for someone to help you get back to top form.

Fantastic experience: Sparks Performance and Physical Therapy are the best. I have experienced the cookie cutter PT clinics and Steven’s knowledge and professional skills exceeded my expectations. His sessions were geared towards my active lifestyle and results were almost immediate. At 57 years old I look forward to the day when I can return to my normal activities and with Steven that goal now seems attainable!

Fantastic experience: Steven helped me with a lower back problem I’d been dealing with for 2 years that no one else was able to diagnose. Steven helped me find the problem and put together a workout plan to target the strengthening of the injured area. Now I just need to stay disciplined to heal myself!

Fantastic experience: This is by far the best place I have ever encountered for PT. I brought my teenaged daughter to rehab a hamstring tear. The DPT is Steven who owns the business. Each session is a hour and Steven personally works with her the entire time. No one else is there. Encouraging, challenging and entertaining. He also sent her home with exercises after making sure she knew what to do. My daughter no longer dreads PT. This one on one service is practically unheard of in this day and age. Steven has years of experience, knows his craft extensively and will fix you the right way. Abandon ye the cattle call PT centers. You will not be disappointed with this choice.

Fantastic experience: I had a upper back strain at work on November of 2020. I have seen other physical therapist's before and they never gave me the same 1 on 1 therapy that was given to me by Steven. He gave me a thorough evaluation at the beginning and explained what we would be doing to get my injury to recover. Steven in very knowledgeable and took the time to explain the process I would take to get my upper back stronger. He's very patient and answered all of my questions. I would recommend him to anyone who is in need of physical therapy and prefers to have 1 on 1 therapy.

Fantastic experience: It's my pleasure to strongly recommend Steven Alexander and Spark Performance and Physical Therapy. While vacationing in Mesa, AZ, I brought the need for physical therapy on a sciatic nerve issue with me from Des Moines, Iowa. With no local references to a qualified health care provider, I simply selected Steven and Spark from a Google search. I reached out via Steven's website with an email to explain my situation and within hours received a personal phone call from Steven, who spent nearly 30 minutes with me on the phone to assess my needs and explain his treatment methodology/philosophy. What a good fortune to identify Steven and his clinic! Professional, courteous, well-trained and effective, Steven accommodated my schedule by offering an immediate appointment. If what you're looking for is a 20 minute massage and 40 minutes warm up on a stationary bike, DO NOT utilize Steven Alexander and his clinic!! If instead you're looking for a 60 minute, personalized, targeted, safe and effective physical therapy WORKOUT, by all means, Steven is your guy!! If you’re serious and committed to regaining mobility, eliminating pain and stiffness and regaining an active lifestyle, by all means, contact Steven at Spark Performance and Physical Therapy! He is equally serious about producing positive results and will match your level of commitment to the process of healing. As I mentioned to Steven during our last session before I returned to Iowa, he opened my eyes to what REAL rehabilitative physical therapy was all about. Most importantly, he instilled in me the confidence that accepting a sedimentary lifestyle was a compromise I didn't have to make. He raised the bar for my expectations of on-going treatment back home. As a 35-year collegiate football and basketball sports official, loss of mobility due to lower back issues had a sobering and depressing effect on my demeanor. After the privilege of meeting Steven and experiencing both his treatment program and positive results, I strongly encourage and recommend Spark Performance and Physical Therapy!! I'm excited and encouraged about the progress I've made and can confidently say I expect to be back on the court/field in the very near future!

Fantastic experience: I would like to share my recent fantastic experience at Spark Performance and Physiotherapy. I sustained a calf muscle strain while playing tennis and wanted to not only heal but also to learn how to avoid further injury. Steve's knowledge of the mechanics of my sport enabled him to develop a treatment plan that was spot on for my needs. Steve was constantly at my side instructing and encouraging. Being the total focus of a therapist's attention insured that exercises were done correctly every time. I returned to my sport with the confidence that I had healed and with the knowledge to help avoid further injury. In future, if I ever need therapy again I will definitely return to Spark. Steve's focus is on enabling adults to continue participate in the activities they enjoy regardless of age. Tiffany at the desk is an absolute delight. Steve is professional, knowledgable, friendly and personable. I thoroughly enjoyed our lively conversations. I am exceedingly pleased with this experience and highly recommend Spark Performance and Physiotherapy to all.

Fantastic experience: Steven is very passionate about helping each individual. Steven works with you at each session ( not an aide) and each session is an hour. Very knowledgeable and professional and one of the best I have worked with. I needed help not only to relieve pain but also to get back to playing pickleball, golf and life. And he delivered. (Of course you yourself still have to put in the work.)

Fantastic experience: Steven is the best. Great personality which helps a lot when you’re working through the pain. Will definitely be going back if I need any future PT.

Fantastic experience: If I could give 6 stars, I would. From the scheduling to treatment, my time at Spark Performance was professional, friendly and overall refreshing from the typical PT visit. Chelsey, the Clinic Administrator is an absolute pleasure to speak to and easy to coordinate with. Dr. Steven Alexander is professional when it comes to his treatments and knowledge base. He is truly running a First Class operation. I got Dry Needling with E-Stem done on my upper back. Dr. Alexander explained the whole treatment process and was careful when treating me. The treatment was not painful at all and I'll be going back to Spark Performance for my second treatment 2 months later.

Fantastic experience: If I could give Dr Steven 6 stars, I would. He excels in at least 4 areas. 1) He is highly skilled and effective at what he does (more on this below). 2) He gives his personal time--you are not running through a revolving door of unskilled PT techs like a lot of other places. 3) He has outstanding bedside manner--he is very personable and really listens to what you have going on, which then translates into him keying in on the modes of treatment to get you well. 4) His prices are very reasonable. But more about his skills. Dr Steven helped me personally get a frozen shoulder moving, pain-free, and strong. He also has done wonders on my low back, keeping me walking upright while I await surgery on a bad disc. I'm also a personal injury attorney, and Dr Steven has done a fantastic job working on my clients and getting them moving again. He actually helps heal my clients and does not just run up the bills--unlike many other PT or chiro offices who treat patients with low-level techs, and are more focused on making money than on getting people healthy.

Fantastic experience: I have been suffering from sciatica since January of this year. I'd seen several physical therapist's the normal run of the mill kind and different massage therapists. I made a little progress but then it all stalled after 2 months with no more progress. I found Steven from the other reviews on Google with all 5 stars so I gave him a call. 1 month later I've made more progress in my recovery in 1 month than the other 8 months combined. Steven is different than other physical therapist's. He works with you one on one, which is much better than just a tech. He first does a thorough evaluation to get to the root cause of your issues. He then sets up and writes out a plan for you to begin your process to recovery. The plan is tailored specifically to you and your situation. Steven is knowledgeable and great at explaining things in a relatable way that I also am on the same page. He's very patient and answers all my questions. If your active and experiencing anything that is effecting your lifestyle Steven is the best choice I've found for full recovery as well as getting you back stronger than before. By focusing on the root cause of your injuries, he builds a plan to help build strength to help you come back stronger than before. If I could give more than 5 stars I would.

Fantastic experience: I’ve been to several physical therapists and Steven at Spark Performance is the best I’ve seen. He didn’t just give me a cookie-cutter set of stretches and exercises after a quick and rushed assessment like I’ve seen before at other places. He took the time to diagnose my specific injury and gave me a tailored, detailed plan of exercises and stretches based on my situation and goals. I received more one-on-one personal instruction and supervision than at any other place I’ve been to. I didn’t have to wonder if I was doing an exercise or stretch correctly. Very professional, very personable, and I know that I’ve been set up for success to be able to get back to exercising and living without pain again. Thanks Steven!

Fantastic experience: I started seeing Steven at Sparks Performance about 2 weeks & I must say for as many excercises that he guides me through, they not only work at strengthening my muscles, but I’m not in a lot of pain anymore or really sore from excercising. I’ve seen other physical therapists and I usually am very sore to the point of having to take pain relief meds. He really does personalize the exercises to your physical needs. He is also a very personable & friendly young man. I’m 65 and feeling better & stronger. I highly recommend him, he’s been a blessing.

Fantastic experience: I partially torn my Achilles’ tendon and after seeing my doctor for check up he advised me to go to physical therapy. Since my doctor was at a far location, I look for one nearby. Luckily I found one near me with great reviews and I give it a try . We worked one to one, improved my strength and walking. I was very satisfied, I definitely recommend Steven’s work to any physical therapy need.

Fantastic experience: I went to spark with knee probs very hesitant that it couldnt be fixed due to having gone to many drs and specialists. Little things such as walking to my kitchen from my bedroom was so difficult for me.... walking from my car into the building I work in.. it was impossible. After working with Steven for 7 weeks my knee is completely back to being normal with a wide range of motion. I am able to do the things I couldn’t just 7 weeks ago!!!!! I am so ecstatic that spark was the answer to over a year of ongoing issues. Ive decided that since Steven has been amazing to work with, very informative, patient and professional about what he does... I signed me and my husband up for monthly 1:1 training to stay in shape so the issue doesn’t come back. Steven is now helping to align my structure and I’ve been able to get back into gym!!! I got my life back! I couldn’t be more happy and thankful that there was someone who wanted me to heel, who cheered me on and pushed me to keep going. I still remember when I met him I said, “I just want help, someone to care enough to help me get better and not just suggest meds” And spark performance has granted that.

Fantastic experience: I have been going to Spark Performance to assist with my recent ACL/meniscus injury and surgery recovery. I lead a very active and physical lifestyle and I knew that getting the best help for recovery would be key. The minute I met with Steven and went to his office I knew immediately it was the best fit for me. This is not your run-of-the-mill physical therapy. It’s extremely tailored and individualized to my needs, abilities and future goals. I would highly recommend Spark Performance for any of your physical therapy needs.

Fantastic experience: This place is amazing! I went to another physical therapy office for eight weeks and didn’t feel any better… Not even a little bit. I would see the therapist for about 10 minutes (A new one every time) They had me doing the same exercises everyone else was doing. It was your typical mill.I found Steven and finally feel so much better. Night and day difference from the last office. I wish I would’ve found him first. I would’ve saved a lot of time and money. He gives you one on one care. He listens and truly cares about getting your pain free. I highly recommend this office!!

Fantastic experience: I had been having back issues for months without relief until I saw Steven at Spark Performance. He was able to identify the problem within the first visit, and I began seeing immediate improvement in my back. I am on the road to recovery and my only regret is that I didn’t start going here sooner!! I highly recommend Spark Performance! I’ll never go anywhere else!

Fantastic experience: Working with Steven has been great. You always feel well taken care of and never rushed. He is very knowledgeable and you are his sole focus during the entire visit. It is different than your typical PT office because he sees his clients one at a time and provides ample time to discuss and treat your specific concerns.

Fantastic experience: After driving too many miles on the road that also included loading, unloading and hauling household goods on multiple occasions, pain in my lower back and buttock intensified to the point that it was interfering with my active lifestyle. Following up on a friend’s recommendation, I visited Spark Performance & Physiotherapy for help. After a handful of one hour therapy sessions with Dr. Steve and executing a series of daily exercises provided by Dr. Steve and performed at home, the pain disappeared and has not returned. I am very satisfied with the whole Spark Performance experience.

Fantastic experience: I have been very impressed with Dr. Steven Alexander at Spark Performance and Physiotherapy. I have experienced physiotherapy at a number of other providers over the years, and I must say that Steven has been my favorite, and most productive, experience to date. I have found his “one-on-one” approach far superior to that of the other therapists who just handed me off to an unqualified tech every chance they had. Steven has a vast knowledge base, and his pleasant demeanor makes the sometimes uncomfortable therapy seem easier. I would recommend Steven and Spark Performance and Physiotherapy without reservation.

Fantastic experience: How I avoided surgery and am on my way back to complete recovery-Dr. Steve is nothing less than professional in every facet of the meaning. He has taken my injury serious and has given me the daily tools, when I'm not in the gym for a session, to achieve the recovery I was hoping for. A rotator cuff injury is serious recovery and pain and I feel Dr. Steve was there to lead me back to recovery through dry needling, exercises, and slow strength building.

Fantastic experience: Out with the old way of thinking and in with the new. I have always considered myself an active athletic person but I recently had a groin injury appear out of no where. Well I did the typical P.R.I.C.E. Method that has been drilled into our heads for so many years and it’s about the only solution you can find on google. I was to the point where putting on a sock would lock up my hip area and would be in some sort of discomfort. Well, that’s when Steven at Spark Physio came into play. He not only took his time to work with me but also took his time to explain how the body actually works. I have always considered myself knowledgeable with my body but sometimes you do not know what you do not know. Steven showed me that we have to keep our bodies moving and not just resting and taught me certain exercises to do that I have never done before (and I thought I had done every workout). Well I can finally say that after after working with Steven I can finally do a full squat again with no pain and can even put pants on again without getting locked up. If you plan on getting a physical therapist go with Spark but know it is not a magic pill and it will take time and hard work from you as well but trust the process, take your time and learn, get your deficiency’s fixed. Good luck to anyone with their injuries or personal training goals and thank you to Spark physio for helping not only myself but your other clients. And remember “The P.R.I.C.E is wrong Bob” -Billy Madison (looks like he was ahead of his time)

Fantastic experience: Dr. Steven knows what he is doing and has a great "bedside" manner. He was a big help in my recovery from neck and back injuries after being rear ended in a car accident. His facility is nice and clean with new equipment. I highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: I’ve had just two visits so far at Spark for a torn medial meniscus and I finally have hope that I’ll regain my mobility to pre-injury status. Stephen is personable, funny, kind and positive, taking my mind off of the pain/discomfort and providing much relief. I’ve made significant progress in just two sessions and I hope to continue on this path and have no doubt that I will with Stephen’s help. There are many physical therapy providers out there (trust me! I called many that wouldn’t even return my phone call!) and I believe I have found the best one around!

Fantastic experience: My 17yr old son pulled his quad in a soccer game in October which took him out of playing. Steve worked on him 3x/wk and took him from not being able to play at all to playing three games in a tournament at the end of November with no pain (6wks later). I was present for some of the sessions and I could see how effective they were with 1/1 attention. Needless to say I am impressed with the results. If there were more stars I would select them. Yes I highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: After going to a traditional PT for my back and joint issues I did some research and found that the best thing for me would be a physiotherapist. That’s how I found out about Spark. In my short time with Spark I’ve learned more about exercise science and proper mechanics than I ever would’ve going the traditional route. Steven personalizes his approach and goes above and beyond to ensure that I’m really learning the program and the exercises he’s showing me. I’m a slow learner. But he takes his time with me despite my limitations. For the first time, really ever...I feel like I’m in the right place. If you’re like me and you have medical conditions or injuries that traditional PT just isn’t addressing, come to Spark. It won’t be easy. It will be a grind. You will sweat, you will be sore. But you’ll be better for it.

Fantastic experience: I’ve been going to Spark for a few weeks now. I found out about them through a friend and I’m glad I did. My neck, back and shoulder feel better than they have in years!! I have been to other places in the past and always got the feeling like they don’t really care about your well being. Steven takes the time to get to know you, what your issues are, and will pin point the problem to make you more comfortable and get you on the right track. So if your looking for a place that actually cares about your well being, personable and knows what they’re doing, this is the place for you. You’ll probably even have some fun in the process. Couldn’t be happier! Thanks again!

Fantastic experience: Steven is exceptional, I've been going for some personal training for about 3 weeks. He always gives the right amount of encouragement, explains and is able to perform the exercises he gives to you exceptionally well. He's personable and easy to talk to. He is extremely knowledgeable and detailed. I would definitely see Steven for Physical therapy, and personal training needs.

Fantastic experience: Dr Steven Alexander is a miracle worker. Each visit is so detailed and thorough. I have an injury I have dealt with for 20 years and I finally have some relieve and answers. I will be a regular client here going forward. The dry needling I had today got deep into the muscles. The electric pulses brought blood flow to the damaged muscle that I've not had in years. If you have been to a physical therapist where you run through stations with techs and feel like just another number stop. Come here. Dr Alexander is the only one working on you and gets right to the cause of the problems. So happy I found him.

Fantastic experience: Steven is a true professional! I’ve been going to Spark Performance and Physiotherapy for a couple weeks now for some ankle pain. Steven is very knowledgeable and thorough in his work. I would highly recommend his services. He has a customer for life.

Fantastic experience: Steven is amazing ! Hands down the best physical therapist I’ve ever had. He digs in to find the exact exercises to make you feel better. He gives you just the right amount of encouragement. He is laid back and so easy to talk to especially if something isn’t feeling right. I will follow him anywhere!

Fantastic experience: Steven has helped me in ways I never knew a PT could. I've had severe migraines for years. I've been on every medication and even tried botox. They would help a little, but not much. Then Steven did an assessment and found the problem was actually stemming from my neck. He helped me with stretching out my neck and gave me some exercises that have really helped reduce my migraines! He also did some dry needling, which I had never heard of before, but that was amazing! Less pain and no drugs to take! Doesn't get better than that! Steven was able to really assess me and fix my problem, more than any doctor had done. I am so grateful for his help, I'd recommend anyone see him. He'll figure out the problem and find a way to help fix it and get you back to your life!

Fantastic experience: This guy knows his stuff. I'm extremely picky on who I trust with my shoulder. After a recommendation to see the "shoulder guru" to help repair my shoulder from a complicated (third) shoulder surgery, I couldn't resist in checking him out. I had extreme doubts if I'd be able to do my job let alone be in my profession again. I've done years of therapy with multiple different therapists to no avail. His technique has definitely set him apart from the rest by allowing me to return back to work full duty faster than any other Physical Therapist I've seen. He massages the tissue extremely well and even works with electroacupuncture to help manage the painful adventures of healing. I frequently rely on my shoulders and arms as a Certified Nursing Assistant to get me through a 12.5 hour day lifting 50lbs easy multiple times throughout a shift. I definitely feel confident being back to work knowing I have this guy on my team. A HUGE thanks to Steven and his massive knowledge of the human body.

Fantastic experience: I went to see my primary care doctor about constant dull pain in my left leg. The doctor recommended me to go see Steven for Physical Therapy. After several weeks working with Steven for strengthening exercises along with a home exercise program my leg is pain free. When your a patient with Steven, he gives you 100% focus on helping you to relieve the pain. Every visit he spent the entire hour working on my exercise program to relieve the pain. It great to have a PT to focus on just you. Thank You Steven