Joint Ventures Physical Therapy Joins the Highbar Physical Therapy Movement

PROVIDENCE, R.I., Oct. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Highbar Physical Therapy ("Highbar"), at the forefront of a movement to elevate the physical therapy profession and transform the communities across the Northeast, is proud to announce that Joint Ventures Physical Therapy ("Joint Ventures"), a respected 12-location practice serving Greater Boston, is joining Highbar. Together, the practices are advancing a shared vision: a future where physical therapists are the trusted first call for movement and well-being—not just when pain strikes, but when people want to move better and perform at their best.

"Joining Highbar allows us to build upon what we've created at Joint Ventures—providing extraordinary care to our patients while giving our team the resources and opportunities to grow," said Dave Larson, Co-Founder of Joint Ventures. "Highbar shares our values and vision for the future of physical therapy, making this an exciting next step for our patients, our people, and our community," added Dan Brownridge, Co-Founder of Joint Ventures.

Patients of Joint Ventures will continue to receive the same exceptional care from their trusted clinical teams, under the familiar Joint Ventures Physical Therapy name. Through this affiliation, Joint Ventures gains access to an expanded suite of resources, mentorship and professional development opportunities, and clinical innovation that supports both patients and team members.

"Highbar is proud to welcome Joint Ventures into our movement," said Michelle Collie, CEO of Highbar Physical Therapy. "Our practices were founded by physical therapists, for physical therapists, with a shared commitment to raising the standard of care and creating meaningful career pathways for our teams. Together, we are advancing a vision of care that will positively impact our patients, our communities and our profession."

About Highbar Physical Therapy
Highbar Physical Therapy, founded in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, and formerly known as Performance Physical Therapy, has been raising the standard of care for more than 25 years. Operating as Highbar Physical Therapy, Peak Physical Therapy and Sports Performance and Joint Ventures Physical Therapy, the organization serves patients across more than 50 clinics throughout Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Highbar is leading a movement committed to redefining physical therapy and empowering people to feel better, move freely, and live fully. Highbar is a teaching practice and develops leading-edge physical therapists who practice at the top of their license and serve as the trusted first call for movement and physical well-being. To learn more, visit www.highbarhealth.com.

About Joint Ventures Physical Therapy
Joint Ventures Physical Therapy is a 12-clinic practice in the Greater Boston area, founded 20 years ago. Known for its personalized one-on-one approach, Joint Ventures ensures every patient receives the focused care needed to achieve life-changing outcomes. With specialties in orthopedics, pelvic health, vestibular therapy, TMJ, aquatic therapy, occupational therapy, and more, the practice has built a reputation for clinical excellence and compassionate service across the communities it serves. To learn more, visit www.jointventurespt.com.

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