Michael Ko, PT, DPT, CFMT

Fantastic experience: Short history: After suffering from a disk herniation on L5-S1 in January 2023, I received opinions from several surgeons, chiropractors, and physical therapists, only to be met with discouraging and negative responses. That's when I came across Joseph Luk PT Center and decided to give it a shot. In the middle of my hopelessness, I met Dr. Michael Ko. Unlike other doctors who solely relied on reports, Dr. Ko personally reviewed my MRI images, explaining my condition in detail for complete an hour. From our very first meeting, he instilled hope and assured me of my recovery within three months. He charted out weekly plans and exercises for me. What set him apart was his genuine concern, always making me feel more like a friend than just another patient. He encouraged me to reach out with any questions, always responding promptly with helpful advice in emails. Within the promised time frame, not only did I regain my health with no pain and symptoms, but I also found myself in better shape due to the prescribed exercises. In the office, the staff is very friendly. Although I only had sessions with Dr. Ko, he's undeniably a legend there .A mix of intelligence, compassion, and optimism. My sessions typically began with a Q&A and treatment from Dr. Ko for 20 minutes, followed by exercise sessions supervised by his colleagues for another 20 minutes. I recommend Joseph Luk PT Center, with a special shoutout to the phenomenal Dr. Ko.

Fantastic experience: I LOVE LOVE Dr. Ko. He is super professional and caring! My lower back pain went away so much faster than I thought because Dr. Ko listens and knows what he is doing on patients. Every session with him makes a difference on my body. I am so glad I find a great PT that I can trust!

Fantastic experience: Dr. Ko is simply magical. I have a very physical job and it's important that I keep healthy. When I have gone in to see Dr. Ko with an injury he has been able to get me pain free within 1 or 2 visits. He is very knowledgeable and also explains things so that i understand. He also makes sure that you understand the home exercises that will be helpful for speeding the recovery.

Fantastic experience: I hurt my knee in November and it's been a really slow process healing. I contacted Michael in February and he made time to see me as soon as possible. Checked my knee, addressed my concerns and recommended some rehab things I can do to feel better. My knee has felt better each time I have seen him and the exercises he prescribed have me feeling better each and everyday. I highly recommend seeing him for any sport related injuries

Fantastic experience: My experience with Mike and Movement IQ was phenomenal! I hurt my knee while training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and was feeling a lot of pain and discomfort. I contacted Mike to schedule an appointment and within a few minutes, he contacted me back and I was able to get an appointment within a couple of days. Upon arriving at the appointment, I was warmly greeted by Mike. He thoroughly went through and checked my knee and performed specific tests on it. He explained what was causing the pain and was able to provide specific exercises to make it better. Mike is personable, attentive, and very informative. Not once did I feel like I was just another customer to him, and did not feel pressured into anything. He really cares about your well-being and really tries to help you out. I cannot recommend Mike and Movement IQ enough. If you have any pain or need Physical Therapy, Mike is the person to go to. I know I will be going to him again should I need any physical therapy in the future (hopefully I won't need to). As a side note, although Mike is great to see for any sports or non-related sports related injuries or rehab needed, for anyone that does Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and needs Physical Therapy, I recommend to go and see Mike, as he has a lot of experience in the sport, and knows the types of injuries and movements that can occur and that are required while doing it. Thank you again, Mike!

Fantastic experience: Guys, Michael Ko knows he's stuff! My knee was hurting me from my sprained ankle..two-three visits and exercises at home helped it become stronger. I highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Dr. Michael Ko is amazing. So knowledgable! He treats every patient with so much attention and respect. He clearly knows what he is talking about and is so passionate about his work. I would strongly recommend Dr. Michael Ko to anyone looking for an amazing PT.

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend Michael Ko. He is very knowledgeable & shares that info to help the patient succeed with physical goals. Michael is compassionate, caring& best of all an effective communicator & problem solver.

Fantastic experience: I was suffering from very painful sciatica that caused a great deal of pain in my right leg. There were days when I could barely walk. I had been getting various treatments and physical therapy from several different doctors over several months. I found Movement IQ PT when searching for a physical therapist who specializes in Movement Therapy and myofacial release. The positive reviews led me to make an appointment with Dr. Ko. I was very glad that I did. The first thing he asked me to do was to walk back and forth in his office. Just from watching me walk, he was able to diagnose where I was hurting. Then it was time to work on fixing my various issues. He used a combination of massage, myofacial release, and exercises. I walked out of his office much more easily than I had walked in. He suggested some very simple exercises that really made a difference. I saw him for only 4 sessions. Every time we worked on a different problem area, and every time I walked out of his office feeling better than when I walked in. During every session he added a single new exercise. After 4 treatments, he had gotten rid of a lot of the tightness that's been plaguing me for years. I still have a couple of problem areas, but he suggested that I continue to work on my exercises for several months, and then to see him again if I was still in pain. The tightness in my body was developed over a number of years, so progress is going to be slow. But I am confident that I am headed in the right direction. I strongly recommend Movement IQ and Dr. Ko. He's the first physical therapist whom I actually looked forward to seeing, and he is also very conscientious and caring.

Fantastic experience: I made an appointment today unsure if I truly needed physical therapy for my injury so I was afraid I would be throwing money away for treatments I don't need...but Dr. Ko was completely honest in what I needed and was extremely thorough in explaining what tests he was doing and what exercises I could do to strengthen my injured area. He was very knowledgeable and definitely someone I could trust. I came out of the session feeling much more relieved about my situation and wish I went to him instead of my orthopedic surgeon.

Fantastic experience: Excellent work. Went in with lower back pain and after a couple of treatments and some suggested exercises, I was feeling much better. I also had some neck pain and Michael worked his magic again. Highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: I have issues with chronic pain and have (literally) tried a laundry list of 'things' to ease the pain. Michael's knowledge of the related workings of body parts and his approach to Physical Therapy treatment are, by far, one of the best treatment choices I have made in 10 years. If you want to be able to live a more functional life, and feel BETTER doing it, you will not find a better PT provider. His treatment/practice will absolutely be on my list of successes to manage my pain. Thank you Michael!

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend Movement IQ PT with Dr. Ko. I was referred by my brother and I'm glad a went. I explained in detail how I was feeling and how I acquired some the pain I was experiencing. He went through every issue I was having. He is very knowledgeable and can explain in detail what he's doing and why. He worked on area I injured a long time ago that could be causing pain elsewhere.

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend Movement IQ PT with Dr. Ko. I injured my knee while training and was worried that it was a major injury. Dr. Ko was able to see me right away and thoroughly examined my knee. He was very knowledgeable and was able to explain my injury and what my options were to deal with the issue. (luckily it was not a major injury).

Fantastic experience: So I was referred to Michael by a friend and I started getting treatment. I instantly felt better. I swear this guy has magical hands. I had a severely herniated disc wish made moving very difficult, everytime I would get treated by Mr. Ko I would see my range of motion increase and my pain decrease. Not only is he an amazing therapist but he shows true concern for his patients. I highly recommend him to anyone who needs physical therapy. I promise you will not be disappointed. I'm just about 100% recovered from my injury.

Fantastic experience: I have been treated by Mike several times over the years for an array of injuries. With each injury, he has always given me professional treatment and sound advice. Whether it be the individualized treatment plan or the specific exercises designed to eliminate my injury, he provides clear guidance & support for a healthy & timely recovery. My recent injury involved a nagging calf injury which was not getting better with rest and basic stretching. As an avid runner, I was disappointed I could not get back on the road pain free. When meeting with Mike, he took the time to listen to my complaint and asked specific questions related to my problem. His questions included not only these associated with my calf injury, but also other recent injuries. It was from this discussion, he began to focus on my back as the possible root cause of my calf pain. After an hour of extensive treatment on my back, quad, and calf, I was ready for the road. The next day I went for a 45-minute run and had NO pain or flare-ups. Continuing to follow Mike’s recommended regimen of stretching and exercises, I have been running pain free for the past two months. Great job Mike!

Fantastic experience: Dr. Ko is absolutely incredible! After dealing with neck and SI joint pain for about 6 months+, and trying chiropractic to help me (ouch!! Chiro made my neck worse!), Dr. Ko eliminated my pain and brought back my normal range of motion in 3 visits. I've been through physical therapy a few times in the past; his treatments are very different. He doesn't only look at the place the pain is felt and give you a few exercises to do at home. Instead, he looked at the way I moved my entire body to find the source of the pain and treated those areas. After the first visit, I was 50% better, after the second 90%. Now after 3 I'm back to zero pain and to my regular activities. Thank you Dr. Ko!!!

Fantastic experience: I saw Dr. Ko for numerous complaints of pain in knee, hip and back. He gave me exercises to strengthen these areas and safe ways to apply to movements during sessions at Crossfit Structured in Fullerton. He really listened to my concerns and figured out exactly what the problems were I was having. I feel better now than I have in many years and highly recommend him to anyone who needs help in overcoming physical challenges and/or pain.

Fantastic experience: First, I am truly thankful and fortunate to have come across Dr. Ko. He is truly a game-changer, as I had been a bit discouraged from previous experiences with physical therapy, chiropractor help, and other crazy stuff. Dr. Ko helped me return to sports after years of suffering from lower body issues (ankle, hips, knees)! Dr. Ko shifted my way of thinking and moving. He offered me a clear-cut and realistic assessment on how my body works and where I can improve! He is precise in identifying the areas of dysfunction and straightforward when discussing exercises. I am fully back to normal activities largely due to Dr. Ko's expertise and ability to clearly inform and encourage physical transformation!

Fantastic experience: Michael is extremely knowledgable and thinks outside of the box. He will work with you to make you a better version of yourself. I would recommend him to my family and friends!

Fantastic experience: Doctor Ko is one of the most thorough health professionals I have been around. As a professional athlete I can say that there needs to be more guys like him who actually care about their patients. If you are frustrated with the your current state of rehabilitation from any type of injury, schedule a appointment with doctor Ko. He spends at least an hour on you and goes into detail about your current condition. He is extremely knowledgeable and personable. I cannot recommend his treatment enough.

Fantastic experience: My name is Brian. I am now and will forever be a patient of Dr. Ko and Movement IQ P.T. Not because I have to, but because I want to. Where do I start..... So many great things to say about Dr. Ko and his practice. I've experienced a few injuries over the years, from a simple shoulder surgery to a reconstructive hip surgery and as such, I can honestly say, Dr. Ko has not only been a part of my rehabilitation process but also my maintenance process. Whether you are injured or not, Dr. Ko is very educated in all areas of human anatomy and physiology. He doesn't just look at where something is hurting, rather, he assess your overall movement, structure and anatomical makeup. If you are in need of some assistance with rehab or just general maintenance, Dr. Ko is your guy! I highly suggest his Mr. Miagi touch.

Fantastic experience: Michael @ Movement IQ is extremely knowledgeable, very thorough & efficient at assessing my mobility issues. Due to his experience with different sports, he better understood why I was having pain and problems moving my body. I've seen him for two separate issues, my shoulder & back. For both problems, I have seen significant progress and relief almost immediately after the first session. I also appreciate the accessory work/stretches he shares so that I can be preventive against possible future injury. My "gains" thank him.

Fantastic experience: Mike is an amazing physical therapist- in fact, I think he just may be the best physician I have ever gone to. He will answer all of your questions and will actually take time and listen to your concerns and questions. He is there when you need him- very quick responses by text or email. He is highly well-rounded! He of course has his Doctorate degree from USC but, he also is constantly continuing his education with extra certifications, seminars, etc. and can bring a holistic approach in addition to conventional to your therapy. He has helped me recover over the past two years from a traumatic lower back surgery. If you are in pain- don't wait, see Mike asap!!

Fantastic experience: I went to see Michael for the first time today after being involved in a nasty car accident. Michael is intuitive, specific and has magical hands! I feel as if this whole two weeks since the accident I have been trapped under water. And now after the first treatment I feel like I have just taken my first breathe out of water. What a relief! If you are in the Fullerton area I highly recommend going to see Michael!

Fantastic experience: As a physical therapist I was looking for a PT who would address my issues of pain (after a car accident) and help me return to an active lifestyle. Michael Ko at Movement IQ was that person. He was easily accessible (I love his online scheduling) and professional (I felt comfortable in the treatment room). His manual skills are impressive and he was able to correct my posture in a way that decreased my neck tension. In the long run I had less appointments and felt better sooner because he worked one-on-one for an entire hour. I will return to Movement IQ for all my PT needs.

Fantastic experience: Michael Ko is thorough, effective and very knowledgeable. I went to him for hip pain a few years ago and this month for shoulder pain. Both times he has done amazing work. I am a yoga teacher and recommend Michael often to clients with issues. I recommend him highly.