Physical Therapy +
More Relief. More Strength. More You
San Diego
La Jolla | Del Mar | Encinitas
go ahead,
SAY YES
to the long walk with a friend.
to the trip you’ve been wanting to take.
to picking up your (grand)kids without hesitation.
to carrying groceries, lifting luggage, and keeping up with a full, active life.
to feeling strong in your body again.
Because you’ve built something meaningful.
Family. Work. Relationships. Experiences that matter.
iAM is here to support the body that lets you enjoy all of it.
the confidence to say "I got this."
Physical Therapy +
Whole-body care for pain relief that actually lasts and strength you can count on, for life.
+ LASTING PAIN RELIEF
+ JOINT HEALTH AND MOBILITY
+ POSTURE CORRECTION
+ MOVEMENT RE-EDUCATION
+ INJURY PREVENTION
+ CORE STABILITY AND STRENGTH
+ MUSCLE STRENGTH AND POWER
+ BALANCE AND AGILITY
+ RETURN TO ACTIVITY
You’re in the right place if…
+ You have a nagging injury or pain and want to treat the root cause for long-term relief.
+ You've started working around an injury or pain and it's beginning to limit how you live, play, or travel.
+ You've tried physical therapy before and left without the time, attention, or answers you needed.
+ You expect to work with one specialist, every visit, on a plan built around you.
+ You value your time and privacy, and you want expert care that comes to you and fits seamlessly into your day.
+ You want to stay active at the level you're used to, for decades to come.
+ You take a proactive approach to your health and want clear priorities for the years ahead.
Our promise is simple:
More Relief.
More Strength.
More You.
How Physical Therapy + Works
A Doctor of Physical Therapy + One hour, entirely yours.
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Start with a free 15-minute consultation with Dr. Jess. We discuss your concerns, answer questions, and mutually decide if iAM is a good fit
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Expert care delivered to you in the comfort and privacy of your own home.
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Based on your initial assessment, Dr. Jess will discuss your personalized plan of care including hands on treatment and precision exercises for relief, strength, and return to activity.
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Meaningful, lasting relief so you can return to the activities you love most.
How iAM Builds Physical Longevity
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+ Relief that lasts
Reduce irritation and move through your day with more ease.
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+ Clarity and answers
Understand what’s driving your pain and what to do about it.
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+ Movement that supports you
Improve how your body moves, not just how it feels.
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+ Strength that builds over time
Restore muscle support, stability, and confidence.
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+ Living life fully
Workouts, travel, daily movement—without hesitation.
Real Clients, Real Results.
“Sophisticated and precise treatment—unlike anything I’ve experienced before. I highly recommend Dr. Jess for both treatment of existing problems and as proactive, preventative care!
- iAM Client
Where does it hurt?
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Neck pain and headaches are often related to muscle tension, posture, and movement patterns developed over time.
Physical therapy focuses on improving mobility, strengthening supporting muscles, and reducing stress on the neck and upper spine.
Common causes include:
• desk and computer work
• muscle tension and stress
• postural strain
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Shoulder pain can make everyday activities like reaching, lifting, or sleeping uncomfortable.
Physical therapy helps restore shoulder mobility, strengthen surrounding muscles, and improve joint stability.
Common shoulder conditions include:
• rotator cuff tendinopathy
• shoulder impingement
• frozen shoulder
• strength imbalances from training or repetitive activity -
Back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek physical therapy.
Treatment focuses on restoring movement, improving core and hip strength, and reducing strain on the spine.
Common contributors include:
• prolonged sitting
• lifting mechanics
• muscle imbalances
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Hip pain can develop gradually due to changes in strength, mobility, and activity demands.
Physical therapy helps improve hip strength and movement patterns to reduce stress on surrounding joints.
Common hip conditions include:
• gluteal tendinopathy
• hip impingement
• muscle weakness
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Knee pain often develops when surrounding muscles are not supporting the joint effectively.
Physical therapy focuses on strengthening the hips and legs while improving movement mechanics.
Common knee issues include:
• patellofemoral pain
• tendon irritation
• overuse injuries
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Foot and ankle pain can affect walking, exercise, and daily activity.
Physical therapy helps restore strength, mobility, and stability in the lower leg and foot.
Common conditions include:
• plantar fasciitis
• Achilles tendinopathy
• ankle instability
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Tendon pain is common in active adults and often develops when the tendon is overloaded faster than it can adapt.
Physical therapy focuses on progressive loading strategies that help tendons rebuild strength and resilience.
Common examples include:
• shoulder tendinopathy
• elbow tendon pain
• Achilles tendinopathy
• patellar tendon painTendinitis
Not Sure If This Is Right for You?
If you’re dealing with something not listed here, we can still help. Start with a free 15-minute consultation to talk through your symptoms and determine if iAM is right for you.
The iAM Difference
+ Deep clinical expertise
Doctor of Physical Therapy and Board Certified Orthopedic Specialist with 18+ years of experience
+ A whole-body perspective
We treat the root cause, not just the symptom, so relief actually lasts.
+ One-on-one, uninterrupted care
Time and attention focused entirely on you. No aides or assistants.
+ Care that fits your life
Concierge in-home visits that integrate seamlessly into your day.
+ Clear, targeted plans
Precise treatments built around your body, for effective and efficient results.
+ Physical longevity (AgeWell)
When you're ready for deeper support, AgeWell protects your physical longevity for the decades ahead.
Invest in Your Health
Pay Per Visit
$250 | 50 min
Each session includes ongoing expert assessment, hands-on treatment, and exercises prescribed for lasting pain relief and return to activity.
Monthly Membership
$200 monthly
Proactive care to keep you strong, capable, and moving stronger, longer.
One visit a month included, plus additional visits at $225 each. *Three month minimum.
As an out-of-network provider, care is designed around you— not constrained by insurance timelines or limitations.
Your Questions, Answered
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Concierge physical therapy is expert, one-on-one care delivered in the privacy and comfort of your own home.
Your care is fully personalized, unrushed, and designed around your body, your goals, and your life—without the limitations of a traditional clinic setting.
Available throughout San Diego
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This is a more thoughtful, individualized approach.
You work privately one-on-one with a Doctor of Physical Therapy for the full session. There are no overlapping appointments or being passed person to person.
Care is designed to understand the root cause and build long-term strength—not just provide temporary relief.
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As a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist with 18+ years of experience, I treat the following areas:
Neck and shoulder pain
Back pain and core weakness
Hip and pelvic discomfort
Knee pain
Foot and ankle issues
Tendon and overuse injuriesAs well as broader concerns such as strength or bone loss, balance changes, and reduced confidence in your overall movement.
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We begin with a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation.
This gives you space to share what’s going on, ask questions, and ensure this is the right fit before moving forward.
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iAM is an out-of-network physical therapy practice. This allows for longer, more personalized care. Superbills are available if you’d like to seek reimbursement through your insurance.
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No, iAM Physical Therapy is not contracted with Medicare for physical therapy services
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Out-of-network care allows your treatment to be guided by what you actually need—not by insurance restrictions.
This means more time, deeper assessment, and a plan that is targeted, progressive, and designed for lasting results.
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This depends on your goals, your starting point, and what your body needs.
After your initial assessment, you will have a clear, personalized plan and timeline so you know exactly what to expect.
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No. We begin with what you have available.
If equipment would be helpful, recommendations are thoughtful, minimal, and aligned with your goals.
Still have questions?
That’s completely normal.
Let’s talk through it together and see what feels right for you.
iAM Dr. Jess
Doctor of Physical Therapy | Board Certified Orthopedic Specialist
For more than 18 years, I’ve helped people recover from injury, rebuild strength, and return to active lives.
What I’ve learned is that you don’t want to simply manage pain.
You want to understand your body, feel confident in movement, and protect your long-term physical health.
The goal is to stay active and independent, and to keep saying yes to the people and moments you love.
Imagine…
Moving through your day without hesitation.
Traveling, lifting, sleeping
without constantly negotiating with your body.
Feeling strong in ways that actually matter.
Strong enough for the life you’re living— the groceries, the kids, the luggage, everything you carry. Strong enough to trust your body again.
Understanding your body instead of guessing.
Knowing what’s changing and what to do about it. When to push. When to support. How to build strength without creating setbacks.
Care that feels designed for you.
Not rushed. Not generic.
Thoughtful, personalized, evidence-based care that respects your time, energy, and life.
And most importantly…
Protecting the life you want to keep living.
Building strength, stability, and confidence so you can stay active and independent for years to come.