Physical Therapy

Dr. Bender received his Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology from California State University Long Beach. He earned a Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree in 2007 from Mount Saint Mary's College. Dr. Bender is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association Sports and Orthopeadics Section and a Titleist Performance Institute Certified Medical Professional & Golf Fitness Instructor. He has served as clinical instructor for several physical therapy universities, and is currently a lab assistant for the Doctorate of Physical Therapy program at Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona. Dr. Bender’s research, " The Effects of Thoracic Manipulation on Lower Extremity Mobility " has recently been accepted for publication in The International Journal of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation. Dr. Bender is dedicated to utilizing his knowledge and experience as well as the latest evidence based research to facilitate a quick and complete recovery for each and every patient.