Testimonials
Providing much more than physical therapy.
From New York to Colorado, and wherever you may find yourself throughout the globe, we are proud to help patients move beyond their chronic pain.
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See what some of our patients are saying about Strength in Motion!
Alyssa Dodson
22:57 05 Nov 25
I enjoyed working with Joe very much. I came to him with multiple joint issues due to a career as a professional dancer. I had also become a little afraid to move because I felt pain. Joe not only helped me with some of my joint issues he helped me gain more confidence in moving. He helped me understand more about how pain is perceived and sometimes we still feel pain even though the body has healed. That was extraordinarily helpful and now I am moving more, enjoying exercise more and consequently, I am much happier. Thank you Joe!
Michelle Stevens
16:23 03 Nov 25
I can't believe how much better I feel after just 8 weeks of the program. This is more than just a workout, but helping learn to workout safely through the pain of arthritis, etc. and realizing you can go back to normal. I never expected this level of success. Where was this program before all the injections I signed up for?!! Highly recommended.
Jennifer Francis
12:20 03 Aug 25
Working with Joe has changed my life for the better. I'm so grateful to have him. He's positive, emotionally intelligent, and a great person overall. As an injury prone runner who has a dream of running a marathon, and who almost gave up, Joe is propelling me towards achieving my dream. He has extensive knowledge of the body, and he's a physical therapist and strength coach in one. My runs are going better than ever, and seeing Joe weekly gives me an opportunity to evaluate all aches and pains and course correct early without training interruption. In addition to strength for running, Joe is helping me rehab my arm after suffering significant nerve damage that required surgery. I had accepted I wouldn't lift heavy ever again due to strength loss, which the surgeon said, but Joe has found ways I can gain strength and use my arm. I am in disbelief of how my arm is returning to normal. He is literally a 1 stop shop for the entire body and can help you achieve your goals - even goals you think are out of reach. Highly recommend.
Response from the owner 12:39 04 Aug 25
Thank you so much Jen! Anything we do can never be done without the hard work and dedication of clients like yourself! Very grateful to be on this journey with you. 
KC Rice
19:36 10 May 25
Avery Wittkamp at Strength in Motion is providing the kind of therapeutic experience I had been seeking.
I’m an 84 year old trying-to-stay-active woman. Between 2005 and 20013 I had both knees and hips replaced and did pretty well with the standard, post surgery PT work. But after years of limping around on impaired joints, there were still certain strength, postural, balance issues and I’d go for PT sessions to address specific problems as they cropped up. Which helped for a time. But it became clear that if I wanted to actually progress, I needed to work with someone on a regular basis in a more integrated way. Preferably, a PT.
Over the years, I have been taught many exercises to address various problems. But over time, I had trouble being consistent and organizing my own workouts, and my form obviously slipped.
Working with Avery, I’ve made steady, measurable progress. I’m regaining strength and balance as well as the coordination and muscle memory for things like getting down onto floor and back up and other functional (and enjoyable) movements that I thought were gone with old age.
Avery sends a week's worth of daily workouts to my phone via the app, True Coach, and we have a weekly in- person session to assess progress and up the game. She varies my daily routines which keeps the work interesting and gives me some flexibility. Which helps me stick with it!
It's a relief to be regaining a good measure of my old physical competence and confidence!
I’m an 84 year old trying-to-stay-active woman. Between 2005 and 20013 I had both knees and hips replaced and did pretty well with the standard, post surgery PT work. But after years of limping around on impaired joints, there were still certain strength, postural, balance issues and I’d go for PT sessions to address specific problems as they cropped up. Which helped for a time. But it became clear that if I wanted to actually progress, I needed to work with someone on a regular basis in a more integrated way. Preferably, a PT.
Over the years, I have been taught many exercises to address various problems. But over time, I had trouble being consistent and organizing my own workouts, and my form obviously slipped.
Working with Avery, I’ve made steady, measurable progress. I’m regaining strength and balance as well as the coordination and muscle memory for things like getting down onto floor and back up and other functional (and enjoyable) movements that I thought were gone with old age.
Avery sends a week's worth of daily workouts to my phone via the app, True Coach, and we have a weekly in- person session to assess progress and up the game. She varies my daily routines which keeps the work interesting and gives me some flexibility. Which helps me stick with it!
It's a relief to be regaining a good measure of my old physical competence and confidence!
Response from the owner 23:35 09 Oct 23
KC thank you so much! These are the stories we dream of! Your hard work and dedication is something you should be very proud of! We can’t wait to see how much more you can accomplish!
jennie kix
14:15 15 Apr 25
I am a 69 year old relatively active woman. I tore my proximal hamstring tendon playing tennis. I saw an orthopedist who recommended physical therapy. I have been seeing Avery Wittkamp at Strength in Motion Physical Therapy. This injury was a huge psychological and psychological physical setback, but Avery, from the beginning was able to give me the confidence and the direction I needed for healing and getting back to exercise and tennis and softball. Avery had the understanding of the injury and the knowledge of the correct progression, and the recovery process has been smooth and steady. I am happy to say that as I begin my re- entry into exercise and sports, things are going well. I am so pleased with the results.
Response from the owner 01:53 16 Apr 25
Thank you so much Jennie! We are so happy to hear that you had a great experience with Avery and are on the road to doing the things you love! We appreciate your trust!
Miriam Barlow
16:04 23 Mar 25
Joe is the best Physical Therapist I’ve ever worked with. By a mile! He’s sympathetic and curious and so supportive. Instead of defaulting to some protocol he asked me about my life and how my knee injury affected not just my physical function but my mental health. It was a truly healing experience, unlike any physical therapy appointment I’d had before. He gave me exercises that made an immediate improvement in my pain levels and mobility. And it was all virtual on top of that. Joe’s the best!
Response from the owner 20:07 23 Mar 25
Thank you so much Miriam! We are so happy you felt that way, and even more that the virtual sessions did not take away from your experience with physical therapy! That is always the hope! You know where to find us if you need anything at all! 
Kristin Hoesl
14:19 11 Mar 25
Joe and Avery are both incredibly experienced, professional, and kind. Joe’s guidance bridged the gap from regular PT after a knee injury—which could only bring me so far—to getting me under a barbell again. I can’t recommend them enough.
Response from the owner 10:15 12 Mar 25
Thank you so much Kristin! It has been so much fun to help you…and get you feeling sore again! Haha There is still much to do and I’m excited for the journey ahead!
Benjamin Solomon
21:36 10 Mar 25
I highly recommend working with Joe. After a string of injuries (and frustration with other PTs) I was referred to Joe. I'm proud to say I've spent the last year injury free. Strength in Motion lives up to the name and got me out of the loop of PT exercises and back in the gym full time. After a few in-person sessions, we moved to virtual full time while retaining excellent communication. Joe will give you the confidence to push your body again.
Response from the owner 00:17 11 Mar 25
Thank you Ben! We so appreciate these words and all the hard work and effort you put into your care. You are proof rehab is a two way street!
Colin Stuart
22:31 03 Mar 25
As a personal trainer, I needed a physical therapist who could create a rehab plan that fit my lifestyle, and Strength in Motion did exactly that. They tailored my recovery to complement my training rather than disrupt it, making the process both effective and sustainable. Their expertise, professionalism, and genuine investment in my progress made a huge difference. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and adaptable PT.
Response from the owner 01:35 04 Mar 25
Thank you Colin. The process is always easier when working with understanding and committed clients like yourself. We appreciate your trust!
Jill Cohen
17:46 11 Oct 24
Thank you so much for working with me yesterday! Everything you said helped me understand, once again, that injuries and pain can happen any time, for all kinds of reasons, and there's no need to be afraid. You gave me the confidence to start moving again and return to my strength training routine. It was so helpful to move through some exercises to get a sense of what felt comfortable as a way to assess how to best move forward. I really appreciated your time and patience and expertise.Thank you!
Response from the owner 22:50 11 Oct 24
Thank you so much Jill. You always have to be receptive for those messages so thank you for being open and willing to receive! Reach out whenever you need anything!
David Anderson
19:02 10 Oct 24
I cannot imagine a more skilled physical therapist than Joe LaVacca. Another physical therapist referred me to him when I had an injury requiring a higher level of expertise. At the time I had great hip pain. After a number of weeks working with Joe and then being relieved of the pain, I was so impressed that I began strength training with him, twice a week – to build muscle and to prevent future injuries. It’s been five years and I continue to see Joe twice a week, as both my physical trainer and physical therapist. A perfect combination that I didn’t know existed! A few years ago I had a tear in my shoulder, and two doctors recommended immediate surgery. I was in the severest pain of my life, and feeling desperate. Joe explained that recovering from shoulder surgery is a very long and painful recovery. He felt that my injury could be healed with physical therapy alone - without surgery. He was right and today I am very grateful to him for helping me dodge that bullet. Whether one has a specific injury or generally wants better mobility and more comfort in their bodies, I recommend Joe full heartedly. He is not only skillful and extremely knowledgeable of the body and how it works, but is also sensitive, caring and very easy to be with. Bottom line – he is great at what he does.
Response from the owner 20:34 10 Oct 24
David thank you so much for these words! We have been through a lot together and it has been an honor to be on this journey with you!
Lauren Ohayon
19:24 01 Oct 24
Joe is my hero. I am a longtime movement teacher, I am incredibly picky and also incredibly well versed in the body. So it takes a movement genius to impress me. Joe is a movement genius. He helped me heal my back so beautifully. I recommend him wholeheartedly and beyond. He is gentle, patient, through, wise, effective and just really just an amazing PT and personal trainer. Did I mention that I highly recommend him?
Response from the owner 02:10 27 Oct 22
I’m grateful to be a part of your journey Lauren! Thank you!
Alex Beller
02:05 25 Sep 24
Joseph is an expert practitioner. He spends quality time with you, to understand what’s going on, educate you, and put together a plan for improvement. Grateful for his work helping me heal a very stubborn ankle. Will go back for my next injury 🙂
Best Pt experience I’ve had!
Best Pt experience I’ve had!
Daniel Spence
21:12 26 Aug 24
Working with Avery was the best experience I have ever had in PT. She spent a lot of time assessing the issue, holistically, which helped me make sense of the injury and all the factors that went into it. Which helped me feel empowered that I can work to not only heal but prevent it from happening again. After weeks of worrying, I finally felt reassured that I would be okay. Which is priceless. Thank you Avery!
Ivo Crnkovic-Rubsamen
22:26 12 May 24
Joe was an amazing therapist. I've had experience with in-network PT before and while I also had great therapists at those clinics the level of attention and care that Joe was able to provide was night-and-day vs in-network care. Overall Strength In Motion was an excellent experience and I'll be back when I have other issues or need training support.
Terese Carlozzi
12:43 17 Apr 24
Great experience working with Joe. Virtual appointments are thorough and have the added benefit for showing him my home gym set up. The program he set up for me has helped me improve strength and better understand pain, discomfort, and how I can continue my fitness goals.
Clare Johnson
01:25 08 Apr 24
Joe is a compassionate, knowledgeable and experienced PT. I really appreciate that he walks the line of being logical but also understanding. He has been a wonderful guide -- I was dealing with debilitating sciatica and couldn't tie my shoes and now I am able to lift weights (and have just started doing dead lifts)! I highly recommend Strength in Motion PT and I am so pleased to have come so far with Joe's help.
Nava Kidon
17:15 02 Apr 24
I had a wonderful experience working with Joe. I had some long-term foot pain and he set me up with a very specific treatment plan to heal. He struck a great balance between writing up a plan full of challenging exercises that generated change in my body while still keeping the workout length short and the difficulty level low enough that I didn't dread PT. I had been on a pretty long and stressful injury journey at that point, and Joe also met me with a ton of patience and compassion. He is extremely knowledgeable about pain science and really knew how to treat "the whole patient." I would highly recommend Joe LaVacca!
Joseph DEsposito
13:19 05 Mar 24
Joe is the best! He is very attentive, focuses on detail and easy to work with and communicate with the make a personalized program for my rehab.
Susan Pfabe-Wiggans
03:00 30 Jan 24
Joe was great to work with! He empowered me to lift heavier and focused on good form with some great cues. He is a good listener and really wants to focus on the desires of the patient. A great team player. Highly recommend him as a physical therapist!
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