2026-09-23T18:58:15.978Z

I honestly don’t have enough words to express how incredible Joann has been. She is exceptionally knowledgeable when it comes to pain science, and I always feel heard and supported. I’ve lived with pain my entire life, and finding her feels like I hit the lottery.I’ve cried during at least 3 of our sessions because for the first time I finally feel like someone truly understands me. The value she has added to my recovery is immeasurable, and I’m incredibly grateful to have found her.

2026-05-08T01:27:30.461Z

I can’t recommend Joann enough. I suffered for decades with chronic pain that stumped countless PTs, chiropractors and ortho doctors. Years of MRIs, X-rays, injections and prescriptions never helped. Joann saw things they didn’t and solved the mystery of where and why I was always in pain. She is literally a life saver and gave me my life back. Trust the process and I’m sure you’ll say the same!

2026-04-26T23:36:19.316Z

I was having severe knee pain for two days. I couldn’t sleep, had to work with the pain, and struggled to drive. Joann got me in on a zoom call the same day I called her, identified the issue and I was 90% better after the hour of working with her. No one at work could believe my improvement. Can’t say enough about Joann's talent

2026-04-24T22:33:59.276Z

For 20 years I lived in pain in my back with L4-5 herniation and stenosis. I tried physical therapy, epidurals, facet blockers and by lateral epidurals which gave me some relief. It wasn’t until I met Joann who explained how the muscles work and showed me that much of my pain was muscle related. After 12 sessions working on correcting my posture and retraining my muscles, I have experienced a decrease in pain and now I can play golf for the most part pain free. I would highly recommend looking into this type of therapy and let Joann educate you and show you how everything is related and see for yourself if it doesn’t help you like it did me.

2026-03-18T19:46:41.472Z

Dr Joeann and her staff are absolutely amazing. She’s taking care of me for years. If it wasn’t for her, I would not be walking at all. I only wish I found her sooner!!

2026-03-05T23:01:19.853Z

I am a retired physician and was experiencing chronic pain along my left IT band that was affecting my walking. I was seeing my orthopedic surgeon for a steroid injection in my right arthritic knee back in 2022.Joann was shadowing my orthopedist's PA that day and that is where we incidentally first met.After performing my right knee injection the PA, Jacky, asked my if I was having any other issues that day. When I told her about the IT issue, she said I was lucky because Joann was there with her and could likely help.Joann told me to get up and walk across the room for her. After that brief encounter Joann told me to turn my left toe inward as I walked. I walked across the room again concentrating on this and could feel that it decreased my pain.After using this suggestion for a day or two the IT pain was gone.I was quite impressed with her keen assessment of my problem and how to deal with it.Joann has an encyclopedic knowledge of muscle anatomy and kinesiology. She puts these together with her muscle relaxation technique that she has learned and perfected on her own, raising and caring for her daughter with cerebral palsy.When I decided to have my left knee arthroplasty done about 3 months ago and was informed that I would need physical therapy before and after surgery I knew I wanted Joann to be my therapist..Chronic pain is no match for Joann and her magic.

2026-02-21T21:03:53.904Z

After suffering with pain for over a year , I have regained my life as a result of Joann ‘s professional and knowledgeable treatment. Pamela , her assistant is number one !I highly recommend recommend Manual Physical Therapy.

2026-01-14T16:01:20.471Z

I made an appointment i'm a new patient i spoke with a lady that goes by the name jay.. i was very displeased with her attitude. I was confused by my doctor's last as well as what coverage my insurance would cover i gave her all my information however she was a bit agitated maybe overwhelmed. The people that work in customer service should have a better attitude. I'm only complaining because i'm a paramedic and I would treat people better even while doing a simple service. Thank you. J for making me feel stupid 🙃 once I get an all clear from this provider I will be going to look for a different clinic, thank you for ready.

2026-01-14T03:11:17.186Z

I have so many good things to say about Manual PT, I don't know where to begin! First, this is a truly exceptional group of intelligent, compassionate and accommodating women. Due to unexpected health issues, my treatment program with them has been delayed on and off for months! Not only have they patiently worked with me, but their genuine concern has taken what could have been another avenue of stress, into a joy. I can't wait to go in for my treatments.I have suffered for nearly 30 years with severe spinal issues. As a result and 5 major surgeries later, my poor muscles are bound up and causing tremendous pain. After years of trying every treatment I could think of and being reduced to taking opioid pain medicines, antispasmodics and other forms of pain relief, I'm beginning to see a light at the end of the tunnel. My pain levels have volleyed somewhat, but after half the sessions now, there has been some relief. I'm going thru the heart of the treatment as they realign my body by releasing 200 muscle groups to straighten out the facia and get the muscles back in balance. There are so many things I still want to do in my life. Being a prisoner of my body isn't one of them. I highly, absolutely recommend this modality of treatment! Their success rate is off the charts and it's the only place I've ever been that wants to hear me complain about all my aches and pains!!

2026-01-08T17:43:18.875Z

Manual physical therapy is definitely worth it to keep my mobility!

2026-01-05T15:05:04.678Z

Unbelievable professionalism. Joann’s wealth of knowledge and experience has completely improved my shoulders and back problems. She’s highly receptive to understanding my pain and immediately responds with treatment plans. I had many doctors refer me for surgery and it was Joann that fixed my problems through physical therapy. I completely recommend her services.

2025-11-03T16:10:06.575Z

Joanne is amazing! I never realized how my daughter with scoliosis was walking crooked and her overall posture was impacted. With a few sessions with Joanne- my daughter is no longer compensating with her walk and she is balanced in posture as well! Working with her I know has improved her curve and also preventing worsening as she goes through her growth spurt. Then I had my other daughter who plays tennis see her for knee pain. After ONE session- she had complete resolution of her pain as she relieved tightness and adjusted her sacroiliac joints with her pressure therapy. I highly recommend. It’s like a combination of PT with acupuncture but without the needles. I can’t say enough good things about Joanne and her services

2025-10-29T11:43:13.847Z

I want to say that Joann is a very talented physical therapist. She thinks outside the box. This is for those that have tried physical therapy and did not get much relief before. You NEED to definitely try her. You WILL get results! My daughter is feeling better. Thank you so much Joann. 😁💕

2025-09-14T14:07:54.536Z

These women and their unique therapy techniques have completely changed my life. I’ve spent the last 10 years in and out of doctors and all kinds of specialists for chronic pain issues of the whole body. After only a couple of weeks I was noticing the positive results. I’m now towards the end of treatment where I’ll continue to recalibrate my muscular system and manage the progress that’s been made. 3 months ago I couldn’t even pick up my 3 year old, let alone tend to the daily tasks of life, or attend to physical fitness activities for myself. Now… I can carry my little one (when necessary), I can ride my bike again, run errands without breaking them up across the week, and much more. I’m also sleeping better, waking up in less pain, and in general spending less time in pain.Thank you so much for all that you’ve done to change my life and for all you’ve taught me along the way to continue taking care of myself and living a life in less pain with more abilities!Don’t get to a point where you feel like you’ve tried everything and you’re ready to give up. I promise there is hope in this therapy and if you put in what they put in, it will change your life.

2025-09-12T02:22:58.981Z

I’m a 74 year old Male. About 3 years ago, I tore my left labrum playing lawnbowls. After the tear, every step I took was very painful. An orthopedic surgeon told me I needed a hip replacement to get rid of the pain. I went to a chiropractor and standard physical therapy instead. Over time, the pain began to decrease but never went away. About a month ago I walked into a Manual Physical Therapy Clinic on Prospect Rd in Sarasota and enquired about their service. I met Pam who is delightful and provided a brief explanation of how Manual Physical Therapy differes from the standard physical therapy. Then Pam introduced me to Lead Therapist, Joann Pung who evaluated my posture, my movements while walking, observing my joint mobility and muscle tightness. I received a thorough explanation of why my labrum area was in pain especially when I walked. I was mesmerized listening to this method of treating pain. To make a long story short, I now see Dr Maira Vargas who is treating me. Dr Vargas has excellent ”bedside” manner and is passionate about what she does. She uses specialized hands-on techniques to treat musculoskeletal tightness applying pressure to targeted muscles in order to relax the muscle to reduce pain and improve mobility. During a 1 hour long treatment, pressure is applied to various muscles. There is pain when pressure is applied, but the result is a relaxed set of targeted muscles. I can honestly say, that after about 14 sessions, I have achieved pain relief that allows me to play pickleball 3 times a week. There is more work to be done since, during these 74 years of various activities, they have have taken a toll on my body. I endorse this type of treatment and am grateful to have found these two valuable Chronic pain specialists.

2025-09-11T07:15:54.568Z

2025-08-24T13:59:22.000Z

I firmly believe that success is built on trust, knowledge, and understanding rather than luck. Over the years, I have had the privilege of working with. Mrs Sandra Billy, and her expertise has been truly invaluable. Her straightforward and effective trading strategies have made a significant impact, and my experience with her has been one of the best in recent years. In a world where reliability can be hard to find, Mrs Sandra Billy stands out as a trustworthy and knowledgeable professional. If you’re looking for guidance from someone with a proven track record, I highly recommend reaching out to her. You can contact her directly via: Email:[email protected] WhatsApp: +1 (404) 829-4578

2025-06-19T22:25:24.082Z

So I’ve spent most of my life in pain. I had mysterious leg pains since I was a child and then got rear ended twice in my mid twenties and was left with horrible neck and shoulder pain. I’ve done physical therapy, gone to a chiropractor for years but the pain always came back and progressively got worse. I had honestly given up on ever having a normal life - I figured I would never go back to kayaking and sports and just all the things I loved. Jocelyn showed up in my life like an angel- she has created a technique of physical therapy that I was First unsure(especially it being self pay) of but am now her biggest fan and believer. She has not only fixed my shoulder pain but is now helping me with my legs which doctors never found an answer for. All in the span of just 2 months. If you are doubting it for even a second I cant recommend it enough- especially when you’ve been in pain for years and just feel hopeless or plan to go to a surgeon. She is passionate about what she does and truly cares about you - I’ve never met anyone willing to go above and beyond the way she has. I’m truly so grateful to have found her

2025-06-16T19:40:25.000Z

I’m an 80 year old male. Been a patient of MPT an JoAnn for years. I have many physical limitations. However, when recommended to MPT by my Orthopedic Surgeon I had to investigate, and thank God I did. Joann has kept me out of a wheelchair. Increased my mobility and helped with my chronic pain. It isn’t an inexpensive process. However, I’m a firm believer that you get what you pay for, while being an informed consumer. Thanks JoAnn

2025-06-10T20:30:12.000Z

If you are dealing with persistent chronic pain I highly recommend going here. I’ve dealt with pain for a long time due to a cycling accident. MPT was able to fix my alignment which in turn reduced my pain. Joann is incredibly knowledgeable and so far has been the only therapist that has helped me.