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Dr. John Putnam, DPT

Dr. John Putnam, DPT

Physical Therapy

Dr. John Putnam, DPT is a physical therapist in Royal Oak, MI. He is accepting new patients.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

2512 Rochester Rd Royal Oak, MI 48073

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  • Low Wait Times
    Patients are usually seen in 10 minutes or less.
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Dr. Putnam's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Putnam

3.9
14 ratings, 12 with a written review
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Exuded a curious yet amusing sense of arrogance. Struck me as a group of kids cosplaying as actual docs. I’d rather buy a $20 sharper image massage pillow.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
1 other person found this helpful
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Nov 15, 2020
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Dr. Putnum really listens and then acts on what you are telling him. I appreciate his breath of knowledge on so many different approaches to resolve issues. He also puts his whole self into the treatment, mind & body.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 23, 2019
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I see Dr. Putnam on a routine basis. My issues are fairly chronic, so I've had dozens of sessions with him. His focus is his patients and providing them with the best opportunity to heal naturally through appropriate exercises and unique manual therapy techniques. I've been through seven or eight other PT clinics and never resolved my issues. I've actually negated the daily pain I was suffering with when I met Dr. Putnam and now we're working towards solving the cause(s). I trust him completely and wholly, not only with his knowledge and diagnoses but with my body, my safety each and every visit. He's capable of discussing one patient's exercises with an aide, monitoring another patient's motion in an exercise from across the room and still placing the needles in the right location on me, not dropping a tempering rod he's using on me, or even worse my head/neck or other body part I've entrusted to him. The practice is a great atmosphere filed with wonderful, caring people. ??
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Laurinda – Nov 09, 2019
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Awful service, unprofessional and rude.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Jun 16, 2019
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Dr. John Putnam has been treating me for Progressive Aphasia over the last two years with positive results. Other doctors have given up on me. Dr. John is a True Healer! He has never given up on me. He has a way with patients that I haven't seen in some time. I am a retired nurse with forty two years of experience. I've worked with doctors that do not show care the way he does. If you need help with pain, I would highly recommend a visit with Dr. John Putnam in Royal Oak.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Mar 26, 2019
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Two herniated disc's, L4-L5 and L5 - S1. Extreme pain in right hip, and the right calf was in constant spasm. Dr. Putnam used the McKenzie method for me. I had read of Dr. Robin McKenzie and his accomplishments. Dr. John was the FIRST PT professional I met that used the McKenzie method. After six years of a problem back, I can say that one year later (after completing PT and still doing my exercises) I am amazed. Dr. John does care, and for those of you suffering, please go see him NOW
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Clark Edwards in Livonia – Dec 22, 2018
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The best Physical Therapist out there. Has numerous different treatments for pain relief, won't send you home until you feel better. Extremely caring and knowledgeable.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Feb 07, 2018
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I would reccomend Doctor John Putnam to all my family and friends he is a hard-working person, whom you can tell truly loves what he does for a living. He is an extremely good listener, takes the time to answer any of your questions, and really cares about helping each person get better. John is extremely knowledgeable, innovative, and uses a variety of the techniques.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Jessica in commerce twp – Feb 02, 2018
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John used dry needling to help ease my chronic pain in my wrist, neck, and bad knee. I couldn't be happier with the results.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Canton, MI – Mar 27, 2017
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I was impressed by Dr. Putnam. There was no paperwork to fill out; he skillfully learned all he needed to know by just an exam of my posture etc. It is evident in his care that he has a passion for this kind of healing – a quality that everybody wants in their doctor. Dr. Putnam and staff provided excellent and progressive therapy. I have been recommending him since my first appointment.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Jodi H. in Livonia, MI – Mar 17, 2017
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Hands on and individualized therapy. Dry Needling skills are exceptional! Exercises and Manual therapy are unparalleled.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Canton, MI – Mar 14, 2017
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Exellent Physical Therapist and fun atmosphere
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Canton, MI – Mar 11, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

I have a patient-first approach where I aim to spend about 30 minutes with each patient using manual therapy and patient education for self-management of their symptoms. My exercise programs are individualized and catered to each patient's abilities...read more

biography

A matriculant of Notre Dame Preparatory (2003 class president and Eagle Scout award) and University of Michigan-Ann Arbor (2007), John earned a Bachelor of General Studies (Pre-Physical Therapy) with community service cords. He then went on to...read more
  • Physical Therapy

  • American Academy Of Manipulative Therapy

    Fellowship Hospital, 2019
  • Spinal Manipulation Institute

    2018
  • Dry Needling Institute

    2017
  • University Of Scranton

    2011
  • University Of Michigan / Ann Arbor

    Undergraduate School, 2007
  • English

  • Spanish

Locations

Practice

Back to You Rehab PLLC2512 Rochester Rd Royal Oak, MI 48073
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 7:00am - 7:00pm
    • Wed: 7:00am - 7:00pm
    • Fri: 7:00am - 7:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Office39933 Ford Rd Canton, MI 48187
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