"He has great knowledge and skills and is able to custom-tailor them to each patient. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing a Physical Therapist in our area."

"I found Sae Smyrl, PT through a recommendation from a physician's assistant who had seen him for an injury and he came highly recommended. My PT was during the COVID-19 pandemic and I was hesitant to go to the hospital PT and potentially be around many people. Sae is in a small practice in Sylva and he adhered to all COVID-19 CDC guidelines so I felt comfortable having my PT there. I had a Grade 3 ankle sprain and was using a knee-scooter when I first started my therapy. He evaluated my injury, range of motion, etc. and created a therapy plan. Each visit he would provide a written sheet with additional home exercises and stretches to facilitate my healing process. He was patient with me as we progressed through my therapy and I had to cancel some appointments. He listened to my concerns and feedback and also 'pushed' me gently so I would continue to improve. He is an excellent Physical Therapist and has a quiet, mild demeanor. He has great knowledge and skills for his occupation and is able to custom-tailor them to each patient. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing a Physical Therapist in our area."

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"You don't feel like you are on a conveyor belt, running through the standard set of exercises while your therapist juggles you and two other clients at the same time."

"I have had nine joint surgeries, and seen plenty of physical therapists. Sae is not your typical physical therapist. He sees his clients one at a time. He puts a lot of thought into your specific problem, designs a therapy program for your specific situation, and closely monitors your progress. You don't feel like you are on a conveyor belt, running through the standard set of exercises while your therapist juggles you and two other clients at the same time."

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"Much more than I had expected and all very helpful. He was very professional and easy to work with."

"I was looking for a therapist who could evaluate my work station. Sae came to my home, evaluated my work space, and made several simple recommendations that greatly improved the ergonomics of my space. He also evaluated my range of motion and taught me some stretches and exercises. Also provided recommendations on rest breaks and eye strain. Much more than I had expected and all very helpful. He was very professional and easy to work with. I am happy to recommend him to others."

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"He helped me rebuild my shoulders so that I can move without pain, sleep at night and enjoy yoga. I'm stronger and healthier because of him."

"Sae is just great! He helped me rebuild my shoulders so that I can move without pain, sleep at night and enjoy yoga. I'm stronger and healthier because of him. He's patient, kind, and professional--and his prices are reasonable."

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"The stretching I was doing was actually hurting me more. It's been two weeks and I already notice a difference on days I have lots of lifting to do."

"The knowledge I gained from a session with Sae has allowed me to continue my work. Having lower back problems for a few years, I blamed it on weak muscles or the laborious career I have. Sae educated me on the fact that my muscles weren't the problem and the pain in my knee is directly correlated with the pain in my lower back (an impinged nerve). The stretching I was doing was actually hurting me more. Sae taught me new stretches, new ways to strengthen my lower back, and how to stand and sit properly. It's been two weeks and I already notice a difference on days I have lots of lifting to do. I feel better!"

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