About — Movement Matters LLC — S. Burlington, VT

Hello! I am Dr. Jessica Hill PT DPT MSPT CSCS.

I am a physical therapist, movement professional, instructor for RockTape USA, and founder of Movement Matters. I am also a biomechanics, fascial chain, applied neurology, movement geek who never tires of learning and will read anything an arm’s length away.

I am an avid skier (telemark), cyclist, ice hockey player, and outdoor enthusiast. I am dedicated to making the world a better place through movement. I live by the guiding principle to “always leave it better than I found it, whatever it is.” I love what I do. My favorite part of my job is seeing my people win. I am 100% committed to this outcome.

Here are some of my qualifications:

Qualifications

Formal Education:

BA Biology, minor Psychology, Dartmouth College 1997
Masters Degree in Physical Therapy, Simmons College, 2002
Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy, Simmons College, 2002
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), NSCA 2001
Specialized Functional Movement Assessment practitioner (levels 1 & 2)
Functional Movement Screen practitioner (level 1)
Functional Range Conditioning (FRC) certified
Functional Movement Techniques certified provider & instructor, RockTape USA (IASTM, kinesiology taping, cupping, flossing)

Clinical Experience

I have over 18 years of clinical experience in general orthopedics, sports medicine, industrial rehabilitation, pre-/post- surgical care, performance enhancement, personal training, wellness training, and injury prevention. I have worked with patients/clients of all ages and across all activity levels - from highly sedentary people to highly active populations including national caliber/professional/semi-pro/collegiate athletes, extreme and ultra-athletes, law enforcement, and the military. I have worked with individuals and teams to achieve greater levels of physical performance. I have made it my life’s mission to help others toward “Better”, and to assist people on their journey out of pain and injury and back to life.

Movement History

If climbing gyms had been around when I was a child, it would have saved a lot of furniture. I have always moved. A lot. I played three sports in college (basketball, lacrosse, and rugby), then took up a new sport every year for 8 years after graduating (rock climbing, sprint triathlon, mountain biking, ice hockey, xc skate skiing, snowboarding, nordic skiing, telemark skiing, ). While living in NYC, I explored combat disciplines including boxing, Muay Thai, Krav Maga, and Kenpo karate. These past few months I have been learning how to swing Indian clubs and toss throwing knives. My point being, I am an active person with understanding and experience in a variety of physical disciplines and movement expressions that routinely inform my work. I continue to embrace new movement practices with a White Belt mentality - there is always more to learn and try. Additionally, I have had my share of injuries, surgeries, serious illness, depression, and anxiety which may provide perspective when accompanying others on their movement and health journeys.

Teaching Experience:

I am an instructor for RockTape USA and PESI Education. I teach professional continuing education courses for clinicians, manual therapists, coaches, and movement practitioners all over the United States (pre-pandemic) and via live Zoom webinars (pandemic). Additionally, I teach corporate wellness courses for businesses via live Zoom webinars.

What Movement Matters Offers

Movement Matters is a cash based movement practice that provides multiple service options to help you achieve your physical goals.

Virtual Physical Therapy (VT & NY)
Virtual Individualized Training
Virtual Corporate Wellness Programming

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Jes has changed my life. I had chronic pain and she helped me rehabilitate and retrain muscles that had been compensating for weaker ones. She looks at the body as a whole and not as disconnected body parts. Jes gave me confidence and she really cares. Once I got stronger, I started strength training with her and I’m having so much fun. I feel like an athlete again. I truly can’t recommend her enough. She’s awesome!

—J.L.

"Jes has been my physical therapist since I was in high school. She has seen me through knee surgery from a soccer injury that left me with chronic back pain and continued to care for me throughout my medical career as a young physician. As someone in the medical field who is often overworked and having a chronic cascade of various aches and pains, Jess is my go to for suggestions on how to improve my pain, movement and function. There has yet to be a physical complaint that Jess has not helped to relieve. I was having shoulder pain for months from performing surgeries. After just a few weeks of the suggested exercises, I was back to normal and pain free. In addition, Jess does not just care for your physical condition but really cares for the whole person including checking in on mental health and holistic health. She is truly talented, engaged, energetic and an excellent physical therapist and person. I highly suggest seeing Jess for any physical health complaints."

—L.F.

"Meticulous. Knowledgeable. Devoted. Thorough. If I had to sum up my experience with Jes, these are the words I would use. When I tore my ACL years ago and needed surgery I thought my life as I knew it was over. I am a police officer and I knew performing at anything short of 100% was not an option. The recovery was lengthy but upon my return to work, I was completely comfortable in my ability to perform my duties as required. She truly cares about people and wants them to succeed and these are the reasons she is so good at what she does."

—J.B.

"I've seen Jes for both my knee and shoulder. Each time I thought, 'Well, I'm old and it's time to get this joint repaired by surgery.' Each time she got me back on track without going to the hospital."

—J.C.

"Jes has the magic touch! She was able to identify where I hurt and immediately begin treating and relieving my pain. Her treatment along with the home exercises and stretches she prescribed helped get me back to work and life!"

—A.L.

"Jes has been the key component to my successful recovery from many injuries over the years. She has the perfect combination of motivation and understanding and brings a diversified skill set to every circumstance. She pays attention to details and has a deep understanding of me as an individual. Every session is exactly right for my specific need, and progress toward recovery begins immediately. My confidence in Jes is unwavering, and I know she is dedicated to providing personalized care that meets the individual needs of each of her patients."

—A.R.

Hello! I am Dr. Jessica Hill PT DPT MSPT CSCS.

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