Owner/ Physical Therapist of Move & Go Physio
Hello. I'm Joy Torbett, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, a board-certified orthopedic physical therapist who has been treating patients for > 20 years, with much of those years spent here in Central Oregon since moving to Bend in 2010. I also work part-time as an Associated Faculty member for the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program at Oregon State University-Cascades campus and I occasionally teach some Kinesiology courses there as well. When I'm not treating patients or teaching, I'm spending time with my two wonderful girls, improving my pickleball skills or getting outside and enjoying the beauty of Central Oregon.
The Evolution of Move & Go Physio
In 2024, Joy launched Move & Go Physio to remove the barriers that often prevent people from getting the care they need. By delivering one-on-one, hour-long personalized treatment sessions in homes, offices, or gyms, Move & Go Physio provides high-quality care without the limitations of insurance networks or rushed clinic schedules. This model allows patients to receive focused, efficient treatment—often requiring fewer visits and promoting faster healing.
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Originally from Northern California, Joy’s passion for movement began early through year-round sports like tennis, basketball, soccer, and softball. A significant turning point came in high school when she sustained an Achilles tendon tear at an all-star basketball camp. That injury introduced her to the world of physical therapy and ignited a lifelong passion for helping others recover and thrive. With the support of a dedicated physical therapist, Joy returned to competition, earned a spot on a USA Northern California all-star basketball team, and had the unforgettable experience of playing in New Zealand for a short stint.
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Joy earned her Bachelor of Science in Biopsychology from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and went on to complete her Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree at the University of Southern California. She began her career in acute care and neuro rehabilitation at USC University Hospital, later advancing her education with specialized post-graduate training in Orthopedic Manual Therapy, Medical Screening, Imaging, and Orthopedic Differential Diagnosis. She became a Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) in 2004 and a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) in 2006.
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​Joy remains deeply committed to serving the Bend community with compassion, integrity, and expertise—helping people move, heal, and thrive. She provides comprehensive care for orthopedic, neurological, and post-surgical patients, using an approach rooted in movement science, expert manual therapy, patient education, and functional or sport-specific training. What Joy values most about the physical therapy profession is the meaningful human connection—listening to each person’s story and walking alongside them through recovery and growth. With experience spanning the full lifespan, from infants to centenarians and from professional athletes to busy parents, she continues to feel grateful for the opportunity to serve her community and do the work she loves.
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