You’re a motivated athlete — not a passive patient. At The Movement Schopp, our doctorate-level DPTs use objective return to sport testing near you to find the real cause of your injury and build a personalized plan that gets you back to the sport you love, for good.
Too many athletes in Torrance keep spinning their wheels — resting, stretching, and hoping the pain goes away — only to end up right back where they started. Sound familiar?
You’ve rested, stretched, watched every YouTube tutorial, and maybe even tried generic PT. But the same pain keeps coming back, and you’re no closer to getting back in the game.
You’ve been told to stop training, wait it out, or take another X-ray — but nobody has explained why it keeps happening or given you a plan to actually fix it.
Missing training sessions, losing hard-earned strength, falling behind on mileage — the longer you wait without a real diagnosis, the longer and harder your comeback becomes.
At The Movement Schopp, we don’t guess — we test. Using VALD force plate testing, isokinetic dynamometer assessments, and running gait analysis, our doctorate-level DPTs pinpoint the root cause of your injury and build a sport-specific plan that fixes it for good.
Your first visit is 60–75 minutes of dedicated one-on-one time with your DPT. We use objective tools — force plate testing, movement screens, and functional assessments — to uncover exactly what’s driving your pain or limiting your performance.
Your personalized plan targets the root cause, not just the symptoms. We integrate manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, blood flow restriction training, and IASTM to rebuild the strength, mobility, and mechanics your sport demands.
We don’t just get you back — we make sure you stay there. Sport-specific progressions and objective return to sport testing benchmarks confirm you’re ready and keep you performing at your highest level, long-term.
From ACL injuries and runner’s knee to rotator cuff tears and low back pain, our Torrance team has helped hundreds of everyday athletes recover and get back to the sports they love — with the objective data to confirm they’re truly ready to return.
350+ five-star Google reviews from patients across Torrance
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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.
Every provider is a Doctor of Physical Therapy. No aides, no assistants — ever.
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.
We’re located inside Rolling Hills Plaza at 2601 Airport Dr, Unit 120, Torrance, CA 90505 — just 10 minutes from Downtown Torrance via Crenshaw Blvd and Airport Dr. We’re also near Torrance Memorial Medical Center and just minutes from Palos Verdes Estates. Phone: (310) 751-0635 | Email: team@themovementschopp.com | Hours: Mon–Thu 7 AM–6:30 PM | Fri 7 AM–4 PM | Sat–Sun Closed
Everything you need to know before booking your return to sport testing evaluation in Torrance.
No referral needed. You can book directly with our team — California is a direct-access state. Your first step is a discounted $129 evaluation (regularly $279) with one of our Doctors of Physical Therapy.
Your first visit is 60–75 minutes of dedicated one-on-one time with your DPT. We conduct a comprehensive evaluation — including objective testing such as force plate assessments and functional movement screens — to identify the root cause of your issue and map out a personalized treatment plan.
We use objective, data-driven tools — including VALD force plate testing, isokinetic dynamometer testing, and functional movement assessments — to determine whether you’re truly ready to return to sport, not just whether your pain has faded. Every plan is built around your specific sport, your body, and your performance goals.
We help everyday athletes like YOU bounce back from injuries and get back to performing at their highest levels!
