Stop letting ankle pain sideline you from the runs, workouts, and sports you love. At The Movement Schopp, our Doctors of Physical Therapy deliver one-on-one ankle pain physical therapy in Torrance to find the root cause — and get you back to full performance.
Whether you rolled your ankle, developed chronic stiffness, or feel that nagging ache every time you run or train — ignoring it only makes the problem worse and keeps you further from the activities you love.
Skipping runs, scaling workouts, and avoiding the court because every step sends a reminder that your ankle isn’t right. You’re not injured enough to stop — but not well enough to perform.
Rest, ice, compression — you’ve tried it all. Without addressing the biomechanical root cause, ankle problems keep coming back, often turning a short-term sprain into a long-term limitation.
Compensating for ankle pain shifts stress to your knees, hips, and back. What starts as a minor issue can become a compounding injury pattern that takes far longer to resolve.
At The Movement Schopp, we don’t just treat your ankle — we assess your entire movement system to find what’s really driving your pain. Every session is one-on-one with a Doctor of Physical Therapy for a full hour, so nothing gets missed and nothing gets rushed. We build a personalized plan that gets you back to performing, not just surviving.
Your first 60–75 minute visit is a deep dive. Your Doctor of PT assesses your ankle, movement patterns, strength, and biomechanics to pinpoint exactly what’s causing your pain — and map out your path forward.
No cookie-cutter protocols here. We build a targeted plan using hands-on manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, and sport-specific progressions designed around your goals, activity level, and timeline.
We don’t just discharge you when the pain is gone. Through return-to-sport testing, functional movement assessments, and a personalized home program delivered via app, we make sure you stay strong and pain-free long-term.
Our performance physical therapists are experienced in treating a wide range of ankle and lower-extremity conditions affecting runners, athletes, and active adults across Torrance and the South Bay. If ankle pain near me is what you searched, you’ve found the right team — we treat the full picture, not just the area that hurts.
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“Within two weeks, the pain that had plagued me for years was gone.” As a lifelong runner in my late 50s, I endured sacroiliac joint pain for years. Dr. Andrew works with you one on one for the entire one hour session, providing focused individual care. After four months of therapy, not only was I running pain free, but I also shaved a remarkable 34 minutes off my marathon time.
— Odile F.
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“My pain is gone and my shoulder strength and mobility significantly increased.” I had an excellent experience working with Tori, at Movement Schopp, for a shoulder muscle impingement. She was knowledgeable, attentive, and took the time to explain each exercise and the purpose behind it. Thanks to their guidance, my pain is gone. The whole staff was supportive and great to work with.
— Scott T.
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“I can now enjoy a much more active lifestyle.” I was suffering from severe hip and back pain before starting my physical therapy sessions at Movement Schopp. After working with Dr. Daniel Ignatius, I’ve resolved most—if not all—of my pain. Dr. Ignatius has an excellent bedside manner, is extremely attentive, and is genuinely committed to helping his patients reach their health goals.
— Naudia E.
A team of performance-focused DPTs dedicated to getting South Bay athletes back to doing what they love.
Founder & Performance Physical Therapist. Born and raised in San Pedro, Dr. Schopp specializes in CrossFit athletes, barbell lifters, runners, and golfers. After breaking his knee playing football and going through PT himself, he opened The Movement Schopp for people seeking performance-focused physical therapy.
Lead Performance Physical Therapist. Certified athletic trainer who worked with the San Diego Chargers and Orange County Soccer Club (winning a 2021 championship). Specializes in active adults, youth athletes, post-surgical rehab, golfers, and weightlifters.
Performance Physical Therapist. Born and raised in Torrance, Dr. Porter competed in volleyball and CrossFit. She specializes in CrossFit and functional fitness athletes, runners, and active adults who want to maintain their competitive edge.
Performance Physical Therapist. With a background in neurobiology and 2 years treating runners and triathletes in Santa Monica, Dr. Andrew specializes in endurance athletes, recreational lifters, and post-surgical patients returning to performance.
Performance Physical Therapist. Known for his excellent bedside manner and genuine commitment to patient outcomes. Specializes in treating severe hip and back pain, helping patients return to active lifestyles without limitations.
Our friendly front desk staff ensures every visit is welcoming and efficient. From scheduling your appointments to answering questions, we’re here to make your experience seamless so you can focus on your recovery.
Located inside Rolling Hills Plaza at 2601 Airport Dr, Suite 120, Torrance, CA 90505 — just 8 minutes and 3.8 miles from central Torrance via Torrance Blvd, Crenshaw Blvd, and Airport Dr. Conveniently situated near Country Hills Shopping Center and Plaza Mayor Shopping Center. Phone: (310) 751-0635 | Email: team@themovementschopp.com | Hours: Mon–Thu 7 AM–6:30 PM, Fri 7 AM–4 PM, Sat–Sun Closed.
Have questions about ankle pain physical therapy in Torrance? Here are the answers our patients ask most.
No referral is needed. You can book directly through our website or call us at (310) 751-0635. We’ll get you scheduled for a comprehensive evaluation as quickly as possible.
Your first session is a 60–75 minute one-on-one evaluation with a Doctor of Physical Therapy. We assess your ankle, your full movement chain, strength, and biomechanics to find the root cause of your pain — then we start treatment and walk you through your personalized recovery plan.
Every visit is a full hour with your Doctor of PT — no assistants, no being passed off mid-session. We pair hands-on manual therapy with performance-focused exercise and give you a personalized home program delivered through a dedicated app so your progress continues between visits.
Yes. Chronic ankle instability and recurring sprains from old injuries are among the most common conditions we treat. Old ankle sprains that weren’t properly rehabilitated often lead to long-term instability and compensatory injuries — we address the root cause at any stage.
It depends on the severity and history of your injury. Many patients notice significant improvement within 4–6 weeks of consistent, targeted treatment. Your Doctor of PT will give you a realistic timeline at your first visit based on your specific condition and goals.
We help everyday athletes like YOU bounce back from injuries and get back to performing at their highest levels!
