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about us
Framework Physical Therapy is dedicated to the art and science of physical therapy. Through careful assessment and integrative care, we work with each patient to develop a treatment program that restores health and creates a long-term foundation for mobility and strength. The art of physical therapy is going beyond the patient's complaint; we treat with a holistic approach, combining manual therapy, pilates and gyrotonic rehabilitation exercises, posture and gait assessment, and nuero-muscular reeducation—all tailored to each patient's unique physiology.
As specialists in dance medicine with over 15 years experience working with elite professional dancers, we offer a full suite of services tailored to the specific needs of dancers, actors, performers, and artistic athletes. We provide on-site care for local and touring companies, dance injury screens, injury prevention education, pointe-readiness screens, and advanced rehabilitation care for dance injuries. Our dance medicine practice promotes the health, wellbeing, performance, and education of dancers through every step of their artistic career.
About Natalie
Natalie Imrisek, MSPT, CSCS, is the owner and founder of Framework Physical Therapy. She holds a Master’s in Physical Therapy from Columbia University’s College of Physicians and Surgeons and brings more than 20 years of experience to her physical therapy and dance medicine practice. She is currently pursuing her Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT), with expected graduation in December 2027, and holds a certification in Therapeutic Pain Neuroscience Education (TPNE).
Natalie’s passion for providing specialized physical therapy for dancers and performers began in New York City, where she treated dancers from internationally recognized companies including Alvin Ailey, Paul Taylor, American Ballet Theatre, Cedar Lake, Merce Cunningham, and Martha Graham. Through her work with the renowned NYU/Harkness Center for Dance Medicine, she provided physical therapy for numerous stage productions in ballet and on Broadway.
In 2012, Natalie moved to Los Angeles to serve as the physical therapist for the touring musical Fela! at the Ahmanson Theatre. Since then, she has provided on-site physical therapy for a wide range of touring productions, dance companies, and performing artists throughout Los Angeles. Her work has included productions with LA Opera and Lucinda Childs Dance Company, the Royal New Zealand Ballet, Kibbutz Contemporary Dance Company, Club Babalu and Cinreal Production, Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Dance Company, Alonzo King LINES Ballet, Baxter Theatre and Handspring Puppet, as well as numerous productions at the Geffen Playhouse including The Inheritance, First Deep Breath, The Lonely Few, The Ants, The Mountaintop, POTUS, Black Ham, Black Cypress Bayou, Dragon Lady, and Waiting for Godot, Noises Off, Am I Roxie, SYLVIA SYLVIA SYLVIA, Dragon Mamma, and Angry, Raucous, and Shamelessly Gorgeous.
She continues to work with a wide range of dancers, performers, and choreographers throughout Los Angeles, both on-site and in the clinic. Natalie has served as consulting physical therapist for American Contemporary Ballet and Barak Ballet and has provided on-site physical therapy for Westside Ballet Academy, Los Angeles Ballet, Genesis Studios, and the GENPRO professional program. She has also recently begun providing on-site physical therapy services for the CalArts Dance Department and will serve as an adjunct faculty member teaching anatomy, further expanding her role in dance medicine education.
In addition to patient care, Natalie is dedicated to advancing movement education and helping dancers better understand the relationship between movement, injury, and pain. Her current clinical focus integrates physical rehabilitation, movement education, and therapeutic pain neuroscience education to help dancers and performers build confidence, improve physical capacity, and optimize performance throughout their careers. She is a member of the International Association for Dance Medicine & Science and continues to contribute to the field through teaching, writing, and clinical education.
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Our Services
Physical Therapy
We offer comprehensive physical therapy for injury treatment, recovery maintenance, and preventative care.
Diagnose and treat injuries
Osteopath/manual techniques
Biomechanics and strengthening
Patient education
GYROTONIC® Method (CASH Only)
We offer individualized sessions as part of our rehabilitation approach, as well as training dancers, athletes, and movement enthusiast. The GYROTONIC® Method emphasizes multiple joint articulation allowing for increased mobility while teaching stability through movement. It is beneficial for cross-training, conditioning, or rehabilitating from injuries.
GYROTONIC® is a registered trademark of Gyrotonic Sales Corp and is used with their permission.
Education & Training
As a specialist in holistic physical therapy and dance medicine, Natalie is available for lectures, workshops, and individual consultation.
Dance Medicine
Our dance medicine practice provides care for dancers and performers at all stages of their development and performance careers.
Rehabilitate dance injuries
On-site care for dance companies and schools
Dance injury screens
Workshops on injury prevention
Pointe strengthening and pointe preparation
Improving turnout, posture, and movement sequencing
Pilates (CASH ONLY)
We offer Pilates in Santa Monica (by appointment only). Private sessions are offered and can be tailored to any client's needs or fitness level. We specialize in rehabilitative and post-rehabilitative work, as well training dancers and athletes. Pilates is beneficial in training our bodies in efficient movement patterns making it invaluable for injury recovery, posture, alignment, health and dance or sports performance.
CranioSacral Therapy (CASH ONLY)
An osteopathic approach using gentle touch to palpate/treat the body.
New Client Resources
INSURANCE: Framework Physical Therapy is an Out-of-Network Provider. Physical therapy is a covered medical expense under most insurance plans. Before your first visit, we will research your coverage, benefits, and limitations so that you are fully informed of any out-of-pocket costs (including deductibles) upfront. We also accept payment from Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flex Spending Accounts (FSAs).
Sorry, we are not a Medicare provider and do not accept lien cases.
PAYMENT: Payment can be made with cash, check, PayPal or credit card.
SCHEDULING: Sessions are by appointment, in our Beverly Hills and Santa Monica studios, or on-site. You can schedule a session below or Contact us for on-site visits or specialized session requests.
fORMS SHOULD ONLY BE COMPLETED AND SUBMITTED BY PATIENTS WITH A SCHEDULED APPOINTMENT. pLEASE CONTACT THE OFFICE WITH ANY QUESTIONS OR TO SCHEDULE AN INITIAL APPOINTMENT.
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Client Applause
We are honored to support our patients in achieving their best—whether it's performing on stage or moving through the day with comfort and ease. Here's a few of our clients and their kind words about their Framework journey.
“Super insightful, realistic guidance. Natalie is an amazing physical therapist.”
Lloyd Knight
Natalie with client Lloyd Knight, Principal Dancer for the Martha Graham Dance Company.
Parisa Khobdebh
Natalie with client Parisa Khobdebh of Paul Taylor Dance at the Dorthy Chandler Pavilion.
“Natalie’s care is unparalleled. She got me back on stage with her thorough understanding of the workings of the body and the extreme requirements of dance ... Her communication with me throughout the process was open and it really felt to me that we were a team getting me back into top dancing shape.”
Rachel Oneika Phillips & AiMee Graham Wodobode
Natalie with FELA! cast members Rachel Oneika Phillips and Aimee Graham Wodobode.
“I have seen a variety of physical therapists and cranio-sacral therapists over the past 7 years...and in my experience, Natalie is one of the best, at the very top of my list.”
Elizabeth Bork & The Rockettes
Natalie with client and Rockette, Elizabeth Bork at Radio City Music Hall
“If you want individualized treatment for your body and someone who is very intuitive with healing Natalie is your person.”
“Working with Natalie was an absolute godsend. I’ve had extremely painful and limiting dance injuries on both my knees for a couple years now, and the orthopedic doctors kept sending me to super average physical therapists who did not specialize in dancers. They honestly did nothing for me. I tried 3 or 4 different P.T.’s over a period of 4 months, and decided to do a deep yelp search to find a dance P.T. in LA.
Natalie is not only one of the few but truly one of the best. I worked with her for 8 months and the difference in my body was night and day. Before I saw her, I couldn’t go down the stairs, sit on my heels, do a child’s pose, a grand plie or a develope. After 8 months I was doing all of those things, some not in a full range of motion but pretty darn close, and on the way. I’ve had to put a pause on my working with her due to a heavy travel schedule, but I am still doing the P.T. exercises she gave me and I can feel they are continuing to make a difference.
If you have a injury, especially if you’re a professional dancer, I could not recommend Natalie more. I honestly don’t know what I would’ve done without her!”
Westside School Of Ballet
Summer Intensive 2018 - Dance anatomy workshop on hip turnout and balance.
“I was impressed with Natalie on day one and never did she disappoint. She was extremely knowledgeable and was able to pinpoint the issues right away. Her knowledge of dance and proper body positions was immediately apparent. She works one-on one with her patients which is so helpful.”
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Schedule A Session
Sessions are held by appointment at our Los Angeles office. We also offer sessions on MONDAYS ONLY at our Santa Monica office. For Physical Therapy, Gyrotonic or other services use link below to schedule.
Natalie is available upon request for site visits, residencies, and on-location for production. Please contact us directly to schedule on-site sessions.
Our Studios
Framework Santa Monica
Framework Santa Monica
Limited sessions by appointment only in Santa Monica area
Framework Los Angeles
Framework Los Angeles
544 S San Vicente Blvd, LA CA 90048
(enter through ally in back; plenty of street parking options or contact us if you need one of the spots in back for easy access)
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Contact Us
For inquires, please connect with us by email, phone, or online via the form below
EMAIL: info@frameworkpt.com
PHONE: (213) 444-3781