Expert Wrist Pain Physical Therapy in Philadelphia, PA

Wrist pain is slowing you down—limiting your lifts, your work, and the activities you love. At More Than Movement, our Doctors of Physical Therapy get to the root cause and start real treatment on day one. No techs. No wasted visits. Just 1-on-1 care built around your goals. Rated 5.0 stars across 173 reviews.

Physical therapist treating shoulder pain with hands-on manual therapy at More Than Movement in Philadelphia, PA

Wrist Pain That Won't Quit Is Costing You

Ignoring wrist pain—or settling for short-term fixes—doesn't just delay recovery. It keeps you away from training, work, and the life you've built.

You Keep Pushing Through It 

Taping it up and hoping for the best leads to compensations, longer timelines, and injuries that compound. Your body deserves more than a workaround.

Generic PT Isn't Working

Crowded clinics, 10-minute check-ins, and handoffs to assistants leave you with cookie-cutter exercises and no real answers about why your wrist still hurts.

The Rest-and-Wait Approach Falls Short

Weeks off the gym or off the court with no structured plan isn't recovery—it's lost time. Without the right intervention, pain returns the moment you reload.

Physical therapist assessing patient movement patterns during one-on-one session in Philadelphia
Why Work With More Than Movement

Why Philadelphia Chooses More Than Movement

We're not a typical PT clinic. At More Than Movement, every session is a full 60 minutes with your Doctor of Physical Therapy—no aides, no handoffs, no filler. We combine elite clinical skills with performance coaching so you don't just recover from wrist pain in Philadelphia—you come back stronger than before. Treatment starts in your very first visit.

True 1-on-1 care: 60-minute sessions with your DPT every single visit—no techs, no shortcuts

Real treatment on day one—your first appointment includes a comprehensive assessment and hands-on intervention

Custom program delivered through the MTM App with video demos, progress tracking, and direct messaging to your provider

"More than Movement came highly recommended, and they delivered. After over a year of wrist pain limiting my lifting, Ian Dietrich quickly diagnosed the issue and built a plan that actually worked. I just hit my first pain-free low bar squats and bench presses in over a year."

Steven B., Philadelphia
How We Work

Getting Back to Pain-Free Movement Is Simple

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.

Come in for an Initial Evaluation

Get a thorough assessment of your movement patterns, pain triggers, and physical limitations so we can pinpoint exactly what's holding you back.

Get a Customized Plan for Real Results

Receive your personalized treatment roadmap designed specifically for your body, your goals, and your lifestyle—no cookie-cutter approaches.

Wrist Pain Physical Therapy for Every Injury

Whether you're dealing with carpal tunnel, a wrist sprain from the gym, or hand and finger pain that's limiting your grip, our Philadelphia physical therapy team has the expertise to help. We treat a full spectrum of upper extremity and whole-body conditions—so wherever your pain started, we can help you get past it.

✓ Wrist Pain & Carpal Tunnel — restore pain-free grip, mobility, and load tolerance for lifting and daily tasks
✓ Elbow Pain (Tennis Elbow & Golfer's Elbow) — treat the full kinetic chain from wrist through elbow and shoulder
✓ Shoulder, Neck & Upper Back Pain — comprehensive upper extremity care so you can train, work, and move without limits

Physical therapist performing strength assessment for shoulder injury at More Than Movement in Philadelphia

Real Results from Real Philadelphia Patients

Rated 5.0 Stars — 173 Google Reviews

"I came to More Than Movement because I was unsatisfied with traditional physical therapy. Nick really helped me regain range of motion and has personalized my PT to my work schedule, abilities, and my interests. The combined approach of in-person sessions and the More Than Movement app has been exceptional too."
Lev Yuriditsky
"More Than Movement is the gold standard in Philadelphia! Nick has built a truly amazing team and facility covering your physical therapy and training needs. My PT sessions were like workouts—well planned with heavy focus on progressive strength and mobility. By 2-3 months, I was walking with a normal gait and by months 5-6 and was running with 95-6 speed."
Anuj Goswami
"After undergoing ACL surgery for the second time, I reached out to a friend who recommended I check out More Than Movement. Malti McKinnon has been my primary DPT, and I can't thank her and the entire More Than Movement team enough. They design your workouts based on your specific goals and provide just the right amount of challenge throughout your recovery journey."
Anish Patel
Our Team

Meet Your Philadelphia Physical Therapy & Performance Team

Doctors of PT with real athletic backgrounds

Nick Perugini
Nick Perugini, PT, DPT
Owner | Physical Therapist & Performance Coach

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.

Corey Richards
Corey Richards, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist & Performance Coach

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.

Kelly Brown
Kelly Brown
Performance Coach

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.

Kris Bittel
Kris Bittel
Performance Coach

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.

Malti McKinnon
Malti McKinnon, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist & Performance Coach

From rural PA to Philly, Malti built her path through kinesiology, personal training, and a DPT from Temple. Specialties: Kinesiology, personal training, movement optimization.

Ian Dietrich
Ian Dietrich, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist & Performance Coach

Grew up in Coatesville, PA and studied kinesiology at Penn State before earning his DPT from Arcadia. Specialties: Strength and conditioning, kinesiology, professional athletes.

Andrew Hawk, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist

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.

Annie McCormick, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist

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.

Val Mertin
Val Mertin
Director of Operations

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.

Contact Us

Visit Us in Philadelphia

526 Brown St, Philadelphia, PA 19123 | (267) 310-2091 | nick@morethanmvmt.com Mon–Fri: 6:30 AM–7:30 PM | Sat: 8:00 AM–12:00 PM | Sun: Closed

Looking for wrist pain physical therapy near me?

We're just 10 minutes and 1.5 miles from Center City. Head north via N 7th St, turn right on Race St, left on N Franklin St, and right on Brown St—you've arrived. We're conveniently located south of the Market Street Shopping District and just southwest of The Shops at Liberty Place.

Common Questions

Everything you need to know about starting wrist pain physical therapy in Philadelphia at More Than Movement.

Do I need a referral to start physical therapy at More Than Movement? 

In Pennsylvania, you can see a physical therapist directly without a physician referral for up to 30 days of treatment. Most of our clients come to us without a referral and begin treatment immediately.

What happens during my first visit? 

Your first session is a full 60-minute, 1-on-1 evaluation with a Doctor of Physical Therapy. We assess your movement, identify the root cause of your wrist pain, and begin hands-on treatment the same day—no wasted visits.

How is More Than Movement different from other PT clinics in Philadelphia?

Every session is a full 60 minutes with your DPT—no aides, no tech handoffs. We treat the whole person, not just the injury. You also get a custom exercise program through the MTM App with video demos, progress tracking, and direct messaging to your provider between sessions.

What if I can't make it in person? 

We offer flexible scheduling including early morning and evening appointments Monday through Friday, and Saturday mornings. Telehealth sessions are also available for qualifying visits.

Do you accept insurance? 

Please contact us directly at (267) 310-2091 to discuss payment and plan options. We offer multiple program tiers—including our Hybrid Performance small-group option at one-third the cost of individual sessions—to fit different budgets and goals.

How long will it take to recover from wrist pain? 

Recovery timelines vary depending on the diagnosis, severity, and your goals. What we can tell you is that every plan is built specifically for you—and our clients consistently return to full activity, lifting, and sport. Your therapist will give you a realistic roadmap at your first visit.

Still have questions?

We're here to help. Give us a call or send us an email and we'll get you the answers you need.