Move Better Physical Therapy

04/18/2026

Our Move Better team is here to help. We are trained to refer patients with red flags to the appropriate healthcare providers.

Seeing a physical therapist first, without a physician's referral, is allowed in the United States, and it is called direct access. Not only is it safe and effective, direct access can help you recover faster, among other benefits.

03/27/2026

If you're battling IT band issues, we can help you understand why your IT band hurts, build the strength you need, and teach you to Run Better.

If you're battling IT band issues, we can help you understand why your IT band hurts, build the strength you need, and teach you to Run Better.

02/24/2026

If you're experiencing knee pain from winter sports, a Move Better physical therapist can help you find the cause of your pain and create a program specific to your needs.
https://www.movebettertherapy.com/knee-pain-after-skiing-how-to-treat-injuries-and-prevent-future-damage/

02/05/2026

Our practice is the "original" non-traditional therapy practice that emphasizes 1:1 quality patient care focused on helping athletes, active adults, and aging adults return to the sports and the activities they love.

🚫We do not "prey on your performance anxiety or pain" with sales discovery calls and client conversion techniques to convince you to spend 5 -8 times more💰per visit for the same exercise instruction and care that we provide.

🚫We avoid fad modalities like blood flow restriction therapy, dry needling, laser, and kinesiotaping because they offer minimal clinical effects or research to support their claims.

✅We do not fear working with your health insurance and accept its checks and balances on our progress together. Our practice serves our entire Charlottesville area community.

✅We listen carefully and set individual goals with you.

✅We emphasize active therapy to improve your mobility, retrain movement patterns, and strengthen your body to protect you from injury.

01/16/2026

Recovering from an ACL injury is a significant undertaking, but with the right guidance, you can get back to doing what you love.
https://www.movebettertherapy.com/physical-therapy-exercises-for-acl-injury-recovery/

01/14/2026

25 YEARS! Our team has provided the best physical therapy care to the Charlottesville community for 25 years.
✅We have never compromised.
✅Our patients only work with a DPT.
✅We only see 9 patients per day for optimal care.
🤷‍♂️ Why pay 5 times more per visit at a "cash only" trainer-based clinic when we accept your insurance?
🤷‍♀️Why not use the insurance you already have been paying for every month?
👨‍⚕️Our expertise comes from professional certifications, professional journal reviews, yearly continuing education, mentoring, and working as a health care provider that serves our entire community, not VIDEOS of our therapist lifting weights or running.🤭

11/12/2025

Our practice is thrilled that Hannah Enslen, DPT joined our team this summer. She is a Richmond, Va native and Wahoo that provides our patients excellent manual therapy and targeted, evidence based exercise approaches to help them recover from injury and move better in their daily lives. Her positive, energetic attitude starts your recovery on the right path from your first visit.

10/29/2025

There's no simple answer to the question, but with dedication, consistency, and our expert guidance, you will see results.
https://www.movebettertherapy.com/how-long-does-it-take-for-physical-therapy-to-work/

Move Better has provided expert therapy for 25 years to help athletes, active adults, and aging adults return to sports, life, and the activities they love. Accepting all insurance plans or $95 per visit cash payments to move you to better health.

08/04/2025

Understanding and proactively addressing the causes and symptoms of shin splints is paramount to keeping you on the road and enjoying the miles as they come.
https://www.movebettertherapy.com/runners-ankle-your-guide-to-conquering-stress-fractures-and-shin-splints/

Move Better has provided expert therapy for 25 years to help athletes, active adults, and aging adults return to sports, life, and the activities they love. Accepting all insurance plans or $95 per visit cash payments to move you to better health.

07/13/2025

Our practice is thrilled to welcome both Hannah Kepple, DPT and Jesse Donmoyer, DPT to our team. They bring patient focused, thoughtful care utilizing expert rehabilitative exercise prescription, patient education, and manual therapies.

07/07/2025

We are thrilled to share the news that Miriam gave birth to Cassian Edward Axelbaum ❤️. CONGRATULATIONS Miriam and Kai!

07/02/2025

Prevent an ACL injury by significantly reducing your risk with our top five tips for keeping your knees strong and stable, and keep doing what you love.
https://www.movebettertherapy.com/keeping-your-knees-happy-5-acl-injury-prevention-tips/

Move Better Physical Therapy in Charlottesville is proud to be a locally-owned business that has helped thousands of patients with evidence-based treatment.