A physical therapist for more than twenty years and mother of three, Joanne leverages her extensive life experience and perspective into understanding how pelvic issues affect individuals—not only on a physical level, but also on an emotional and global level.

About Joanne

Please welcome Joanne to the Pelvic Healing Team here at Sarton Physical Therapy.

Joanne adds a new dimension to the Sarton team by integrating her knowledge and active instruction of yoga, dance and fitness into her treatment approach with patients. A physical therapist for more than twenty years and mother of three, Joanne leverages her extensive life experience and perspective into understanding how pelvic issues affect individuals—not only on a physical level, but also on an emotional and global level.

She is a strong believer in both women and men feeling empowered and confident about their bodies and consequent health. Pelvic health rehabilitation allows Joanne to share her specialized therapy niche techniques, integrate her knowledge of yoga and fitness into therapeutic treatment practices, and educate patients how to improve physical health and well being.

Joanne likes to spend her free time with her husband, Andy, and three children Jarett, Jamie and Braden. She enjoys dancing, hiking, yoga, and the beach.

Education

• Master of Physical Therapy, Chapman University

• Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, The University of Michigan

Awards & Certifications

• Certified Yoga Instructor

Changed Lives

“If you are on the fence, just book an appointment, you won't be disappointed. I had an AMAZING experience with Jojo. I came in for C-section scar mobilization (healing the scar area and making sure scar tissue didn't form). I started 8 weeks pp but they said I could have started even sooner. I also wanted to prevent a keloid scar from forming since this happened during my first C-section. We were able to a accomplish all of this over the course of a few months.

Jojo not only heals physically but also heals with her words. She taught me more about my body than any doctor has. She believes in a whole approach to healing, so during our sessions I would learn how to breathe in a way that my nervous system could heal my own body.

I cannot speak highly enough of Jojo. I looked forward to our sessions and generally feel like I'm leaving PT with more self-confidence and self-love than when I had started. Thanks to her my scar looks very minimal, smooth, and I can focus on strength and fitness now. Very happy with the care here!”

-D.H.