Leading Physical Therapy Specialist Serving ‘Santa Barbara, Goleta, Montecito and beyond’
Kineci offers excellent physical therapy services to help people reduce pain and improve their daily functioning.
At Kineci we work with people all along the Movement Spectrum. Very often people seek our help for their physical therapy needs to recover from acute injuries and pain, rehabilitate and recover after surgeries, and/or for long lasting chronic and complex body problems, and they get better. Everybody with whom we work have movement, function, and performance goals they would like to achieve. That is what we do – we help people find relief from pain and the freedom to do what they love in comfort and confidence.
Dr. Steve is the only dual-Fellow physical therapist in Santa Barbara, which makes his skill set unique. He holds a Fellowship in Applied Functional Science from the Gray Institute which is a deep study into the biomechanics of the body and kinetic chain. He also holds a Fellowship in the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists which was a deep study in differential diagnosis, advanced manual therapy techniques, and the pathophysiology of healing and injuries.
Services We Offer
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Physical Therapy
Evaluation, diagnosis, hands-on treatment, Home Exercise Program instructed – may be reimbursable by insurance.
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Therapeutic Training
Evaluation, Movement Training, Home Exercise Program instructed – not reimbursable by insurance.
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Consults & 2nd Opinions
Case review, questions answered and Plan of Care developed.
Licensure & Certifications: Licensed Physical Therapist in the state of California Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Doctor of Manual Therapy (DMT) Fellow of Applied Functional Science (FAFS) Fellow of American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists (FAAOMPT) Certified Kinesio Taping Practitioner (CKTP) Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) Certified MovNat Level 1 Instructor
Your Physical Therapist
Dr. Steve Politis practices Physical Therapy in Santa Barbara, specializing in movement conditions related to pain, sports/fitness performance, and injury prevention.
His approach is highly individualized, focusing on his clients’ priorities and their confident participation in living life fully. He enjoys working with a wide cross section of people with varying needs, goals and abilities.
He graduated from the University of California, Santa Barbara with a BS in Biopsychology, and went on to complete his Doctoral in Physical Therapy at Arizona School of Health Sciences.
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Credentials
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), License: California
- Doctor of Manual Therapy (DMT), Residency; Ola Grimsby Institute
- Fellow American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists (FAAOMPT)
- Fellow of Applied Functional Science* (FAFS), Gray Institute
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Education
- University of California Santa Barbara, BS Biopsychology
- Arizona School of Health Sciences, DPT
- Residency and Fellowship, Ola Grimbsy Institute
- Fellowship Gray Institute
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Certification
- Certified Kinesio Taping Practitioner, (CKTP)
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, (CSCS)
- MovNat Instructor
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Associations/Affiliations
- American Physical Therapy Association, (APTA)
- American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists, (AAOMPT)
- California Physical Therapy Association, (CAPTA)
As a specialist and expert orthopedic physical therapist in Santa Barbara we take a holistic approach to you and your body. Most insurance-based physical therapy clinics can only focus on one body part at a time, that’s all the insurance companies will pay for. But you are not merely a collection of isolated body parts. You are a whole person, a body-mind-&-spirit together as an integrated person. At Kineci we appreciate that you are more than just a painful body part.
Some of the Conditions We Treat:
- Pain with Activity
- Chronic Pain Conditions
- Complex Multiple Body Parts Pain and Conditions
- Unresolved Musculoskeletal Conditions
- Recurring Conditions
- Old Injuries and Surgeries
- Repetitive Stress or Overuse Injuries
- Acute - Fresh Injuries
- Arthritis
- Post-Surgical
- Second Opinions
- Low Back Pain & Sciatica
- Upper Back & Rib Pain
- Neck Pain
- Headaches
- Jaw Pain
- Face Pain
- Hip Pain
- Knee Pain
- Foot/Ankle Pain
- Shoulder Pain
- Elbow Pain
- Vertigo
- Vestibular Disorders
- Imbalance and Falls
- Neurologic Conditions
Knowledge Center
Want to learn more about the conditions we treat and Dr. Steve Politis' approach? Access our knowledge center below.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Do I Get Started?
3 options:
- Self-schedule Free 10-minute live-online call – your questions and options
- Call (805) 284-9449 to schedule an appointment – start treatment as soon as possible or Self-schedule Here
- Initial Consultation $59 (20 mins) online
Do I Need A Referral or MRI Before I Come In?
No, you do not need a referral or MRI prior to coming in.
Kineci is readily accessible – simply call for an appointment.
What Are Your Clinic Hours?
Hours are by appointment.
We are open 8am-5pm Monday-Friday.
Special accommodations appointments are available with an additional fee.
Do You Take My Insurance?
We are glad you asked. Fortunately, we do NOT ( contract with… ) insurance.
Insurance companies limit the number of visits, the duration of each visit, and the services you are eligible to receive. Their focus is on treating symptoms and limiting services; my priority is on fixing causes and optimizing the value you receive.
Our education and training is highly specialized and your insurance companies are not willing to pay for this advanced form of care.
A core value belief we hold is that Your Health should be Your Choice.
- Your health care decisions should not be made by administrators who do not know you and your needs.
- We cannot help you to the best of our abilities if we are limited by your insurance company dictating your care, who you can see, how much time you can spend with them, what procedures you can receive, and what body parts you can have treated.
Regarding insurance, upon completion of your care plan, you may request a receipt that itemizes the services you received and the payments you made, called a ‘super-bill’. You may be able to submit that to your insurance company for reimbursement, except for Medicare.
Medicare insurance nor secondary insurance with Medicare will not pay for the specialty services we provide.
What Are Your Rates?
$257 for an initial 60 minute appointment. All appointments following are $227 for 60 minutes. Packages are also available, contact us for more information.
Do You Offer Second Opinions?
Yes, we do offer second opinions. Our approach is rooted in understanding the biomechanics of the body, movement, rehabilitation, and orthopedics.
In fact, we believe you should routinely ask for second opinions so you can make the best informed decisions for your own health.
We also offer:
- Interpretations of imaging reports
- Online consultations (click here to schedule)
- In-person consultations (click here to schedule)