Expert Elbow Pain Physical Therapy in Philadelphia, PA
Elbow pain shouldn't keep you out of the gym, off the field, or away from the things you love. At More Than Movement — Philadelphia's performance-focused physical therapy and fitness studio — every session is 60 minutes, one-on-one with a Doctor of Physical Therapy. No techs. No shortcuts. Just real treatment that gets to the root cause so you can move better and live better.
Still Hurting After Weeks of Rest and Ice?
Elbow pain that isn't treated at the source doesn't just linger — it compounds. Here's what most people are dealing with when they finally walk through our door.
The Pain Keeps Coming Back
You rested, you iced, maybe you even tried a brace — but the moment you pick up a weight, a racket, or your kid, the aching, burning, or sharp pain in your elbow returns. Temporary fixes don't address the movement patterns and strength deficits driving the problem.
Your Training and Performance Are Suffering
Tennis elbow, golfer's elbow, and chronic overuse injuries don't just hurt — they quietly steal your progress. You're modifying workouts, skipping sessions, and watching your performance plateau while the issue quietly worsens with every compensation your body makes.
Generic PT Hasn't Worked
You've done the standard exercises. You've sat in a waiting room while a tech ran electrical stimulation for 20 minutes. Cookie-cutter programs designed for the average patient weren't built for your goals, your body, or your lifestyle — and the results show it.
Philadelphia's Elbow Pain PT Built for Active People
More Than Movement is not your average physical therapy clinic. We're a performance-focused PT and fitness studio in Philadelphia's Northern Liberties neighborhood — and we treat elbow pain the way active adults and athletes actually need it treated: with manual therapy, targeted strength work, and a plan that fits your life.
60-minute, 1-on-1 sessions with a Doctor of Physical Therapy — full attention every visit, no double-booking or tech handoffs
Performance-based treatment plans combining manual therapy, dry needling, IASTM, and progressive strength & conditioning
The More Than Movement App puts your custom home program, instructional videos, and direct provider messaging in your pocket
"I've been in physical therapy for over 10 years due to 6 different knee surgeries. I've worked with at least 8 different physical therapy providers, and nothing has come remotely close to the quality of care that the More Than Movement team provides. After 6 months of working with Nick, I'm pain-free, my knee and back feel incredible, and I'm starting the process of running again for the first time in 8 years."
Your Path to Pain-Free Movement in Just Three Simple Steps
Schedule Free Phone Consultation
We'll listen to your story, understand your goals, and create a plan that works for your lifestyle. No pressure, just clarity on what it takes to feel like yourself again.
Get a Comprehensive Assessment
Your Doctor of Physical Therapy will evaluate your movement patterns, pain triggers, and physical limitations to pinpoint exactly what's causing your neck pain and holding you back.
Receive Your Customized Treatment Plan
Get a personalized roadmap designed for your body and goals. Full 60-minute 1-on-1 sessions, custom exercises via our app, and direct provider messaging between visits.
Elbow Pain Physical Therapy for Every Diagnosis
Whether you're searching for elbow pain physical therapy near me after a flare-up or managing a chronic overuse injury that's been nagging for months, our Philadelphia team has the expertise to treat the full spectrum of elbow and upper extremity conditions — using proven hands-on techniques and progressive strength rehab.
Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis) & Golfer's Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis) — manual therapy, IASTM/scraping, dry needling, and progressive loading to resolve chronic tendon pain at the root
Elbow Overuse Injuries & Tendinopathy — for weightlifters, athletes, and desk workers whose repetitive strain has built into persistent pain that rest alone won't fix
Wrist, Forearm & Upper Extremity Pain — including carpal tunnel, wrist pain, and hand/finger issues that often connect to elbow mechanics and require a full-chain treatment approach
5 Stars Across 169 Google Reviews in Philadelphia
Real patients. Real outcomes. Real results.
Meet the Doctors of Physical Therapy Behind Your Recovery
Our team — recognized by name in 169 five-star reviews
Raised by coaches (and a physical therpaist), Nick believes coaching is more than a job—it's a way of guiding people through tough moments. Specialties: Elite athletes, chronic pain, performance coaching.
A Philly sports fan and former college lacrosse player who found his calling in PT after three ACL tears. Specialties: ACL rehabilitation, running injuries, athletes.
A Philly native who brings extensive coaching experience in both group fitness and 1-on-1 training. Her passion: helping others feel strong and capable. Specialties: Group fitness, 1-on-1 training, strength circuits.
A Connecticut native turned Penn State grad, I found my passion for fitness through swimming, coaching, and the gym.
I’m NASM-certified and studying for my CSCS, committed to helping clients become the best version of themselves. I love training, cooking creative meals, and crushing games of Catan.
Fun fact: My contract includes a clause—I refuse to wear shorts longer than a 5-inch inseam.
From rural PA to Philly, Malti built her path through kinesiology, personal training, and a DPT from Temple. Specialties: Kinesiology, personal training, movement optimization.
Grew up in Coatesville, PA and studied kinesiology at Penn State before earning his DPT from Arcadia. Specialties: Strength and conditioning, kinesiology, professional athletes.
Physical Therapist. Andrew hails from the Lehigh Valley with personal and professional endurance experience. His competitive running background informs his rehab approach. Specialties: Endurance athletes, running, cross country.
Born in Pittsburgh and trained at the University of Pittsburgh, Annie's path to physical therapy ran through yoga studios, CrossFit boxes, and a marketing career — before it became clear that movement was always where she was meant to be.
Her approach is performance-focused and deeply individual — she takes the time to truly understand each person and help them return to the activities they love, stronger and more capable than they thought. Outside the clinic, you'll find her running the Delaware River Trail, at Solidcore, or working her way through Philly's food scene one meal at a time.
Fun fact: She once shared a stage with Shaquille O'Neal — while he was DJing.
Born and raised in Delco, Val first came to MTM as a client with chronic neck and back pain.
After experiencing quality care firsthand, she joined the team. Now she's the organizational glue—managing intakes, scheduling, and ensuring every new face feels like family.
With sharp attention to detail and warmth, she makes the experience seamless.
Fun fact: She has a spreadsheet ranking every Wawa hoagie she's ever eaten.
Visit Our Philadelphia Physical Therapy Clinic
Located in Philadelphia's Northern Liberties neighborhood, we're just 9 minutes from Center City — about 1.6 miles north via S 11th St and Brown St. We're conveniently situated near Fishtown Crossing to the northeast and Sullivan Progress Plaza to the north, making us easily accessible from Fishtown, Old City, and Center City alike.
Your Questions, Answered
Everything you need to know before your first visit to our Philadelphia elbow pain physical therapy and fitness studio.
Every treatment plan is built around your specific diagnosis, goals, and lifestyle. For elbow pain — whether tennis elbow, golfer's elbow, or a general overuse injury — treatment typically combines hands-on manual therapy (joint mobilization, soft tissue work, IASTM/scraping, dry needling), progressive strength and loading exercises, and neuromuscular re-education to correct the movement patterns driving the problem. You receive hands-on treatment starting at your very first session.
Absolutely — that's exactly what we're built for. More Than Movement is both a physical therapy clinic and a performance fitness studio. Our providers are equally fluent in clinical rehab and performance training, so your treatment integrates seamlessly with your lifting, sport, or fitness goals rather than working against them.
Yes — every session is 60 minutes, one-on-one with your assigned Doctor of Physical Therapy or performance coach. We never double-book, and we never hand you off to a tech. Continuity of care is central to how we work.
More Than Movement operates out-of-network. We provide a superbill after each session that you can submit to your insurance for potential reimbursement. We also accept HSA and FSA payments. We recommend calling your provider to understand your out-of-network benefits before your first visit.
Still have questions?
Give us a call or shoot us an email—we're here to help.