If I could give six stars, I would.There is an art to healing — and Annie at Pro Staff Physical Therapy of Montclair is nothing short of a master artist.Following an orthopedic wrist surgery that left my thumb immobilized for eight weeks, I arrived at Pro Staff with reduced range of motion, lingering pain, and ready to get back to normal. But that all changed the moment I met Annie. From our very first session, she turned what could have been a monotonous recovery process into something engaging, hopeful, fun — even joyful.Annie doesn’t just do physical therapy — she elevates it. She approaches her patients with a radiant mix of technical expertise and warmhearted enthusiasm. You can tell she comes from deep roots in this profession — perhaps multigenerational — and yet she translates her knowledge in the most relatable, down-to-earth terms. Every stretch, every movement, every gentle push is grounded in purpose and compassion.Despite the challenges of regaining motion and strength after months of inactivity, Annie made each visit something I looked forward to. She has an intuitive sense for when to push just enough — never too far, never not enough — always steering you toward progress while honoring your limits. Her energy is infectious (maybe just a little too much coffee in the morning — but in the best possible way!), and it’s clear she chooses happiness daily, bringing a positive spirit that fills the room and lifts the people in it.After several months under her care, I’m proud to say I’ve regained full range of motion and rebuilt strength in my hand and thumb — right back to where I was before the injury. And what I appreciated most is that Annie never tried to keep me longer than needed. Her goal was always to get me back to me — and once that was done, she considered her job complete.The Pro Staff facility itself is clean, organized, and welcoming. The rest of the staff are consistently friendly, courteous, and knowledgeable — a team clearly built on empathy and professionalism.If you’re dealing with a hand, wrist, or arm injury — trust me, Annie is the person you want in your corner. She’s not just a physical therapist. She’s a healer, a cheerleader, and someone who makes the hard work of recovery feel like a gift.Thank you, Annie, for everything. Truly.-ChatGPT
