Business Details
11 Years
experience
Expert Physical Therapy & Personal Training in Durham
Founded in 2015, Myo Durham Fitness and Physical Therapy was established by Ryan Upper and Joel Cabrera, two professionals with decades of combined experience in fitness and physical therapy. Our mission is to provide evidence-based, personalized care that addresses both acute and chronic physical challenges while fostering long-term wellness. We specialize in manual therapy, dry needling, and tailored rehabilitation programs for conditions like TMJ disorders, hypermobility syndromes, and sports injuries. Our team brings extensive expertise in collegiate athletics, post-rehabilitation, and strength training, ensuring clients receive scientifically grounded solutions.We prioritize one-on-one care, empowering clients with tools to manage pain independently while maintaining transparency in communication and treatment planning. With a focus on the Triangle community, we offer both in-person and online programs to maximize accessibility. Our commitment to continuous learning and client-centered care has earned us trust from athletes, EDS patients, and individuals seeking lasting pain relief. We operate from a downtown Durham location, combining convenience with expert coaching to help clients achieve their health goals.
Services
Physical Therapy
Personal Training
Dry Needling
Sports Rehabilitation
EDS Management
Metabolic Testing
Online Fitness Programs
Manual Therapy
Post-Surgical Recovery
Strength Training
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer 1-on-1 physical therapy sessions led by a specialist with 19 years of experience in manual therapy and dry needling.
- Our EDS-specific online program combines progressive rehabilitation with expert guidance for hypermobility disorders.
- We provide evidence-based solutions for chronic pain, sports injuries, and post-surgical recovery.
- Our team includes certified coaches with experience working with collegiate athletes and national-level competitors.
- We prioritize transparent communication and personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
What people say
Life-changing TMJ improvement
Identified hip pain cause quickly
Expert EDS knowledge
Effective pain management
Positive workout environment
Services
Physical Therapy
Specialized physical therapy addresses chronic pain, TMJ disorders, and post-surgical recovery through manual therapy and dry needling. Our 60-minute sessions focus on individualized treatment plans for conditions like hypermobility syndromes. With 19 years of clinical experience, we combine evidence-based techniques with patient education to restore function and reduce pain.
Personal Training
One-on-one personal training programs target strength development, sports performance, and post-injury rehabilitation. Sessions include accountability support and technique instruction for safe, effective progress. Certified coaches adapt workouts for all fitness levels, from beginners to collegiate athletes, using evidence-based programming tailored to individual goals.
Foundations 4 EDS Program
This 5-month online program offers progressive rehabilitation for Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome patients. Structured in three stages, it builds foundational strength, functional mobility, and advanced exercise capacity through guided video workouts. Priced at $45/month, it includes expert messaging support and community access for hypermobility disorder management.
Dry Needling
Certified dry needling treatments target muscular trigger points to alleviate chronic pain, headaches, and joint dysfunction. Combined with manual therapy, this technique reduces inflammation and restores mobility. Sessions integrate movement retraining to sustain long-term improvements for conditions like TMJ and spinal disorders.
Sports Rehabilitation
Sports-specific rehabilitation combines injury prevention strategies with performance enhancement techniques. Programs address acute injuries, post-surgical recovery, and biomechanical imbalances through strength training and movement pattern correction. Certified coaches with collegiate sports experience design protocols for athletes at all competitive levels.
People
Joel Cabrera
Founder, Physical Therapist
With 19 years of experience, Joel specializes in manual therapy and dry needling for chronic pain and hypermobility disorders. He holds advanced certifications in orthopedic manual therapy and treats patients with individualized, evidence-based approaches.
Ryan Upper
Founder, Head Coach
A 20-year military veteran and certified USRPT coach, Ryan has trained collegiate athletes at Duke and UNC. He specializes in strength development and sports performance programming for post-rehabilitation and elite competitors.
Andrea Westbrook
Physical Therapist
Dr. Westbrook brings expertise in orthopedic manual therapy and outpatient rehabilitation. Her approach integrates movement analysis and patient education to optimize recovery outcomes for musculoskeletal conditions and sports-related injuries.
Questions
Do you accept insurance for physical therapy?
We are an out-of-network provider. You'll receive a superbill to file with your insurance company, with 30-80% reimbursement typical for PT services.
What conditions do you specialize in treating?
We specialize in TMJ disorders, chronic pain management, sports injuries, post-surgical rehabilitation, and hypermobility syndromes like Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome.
Are virtual physical therapy options available?
Yes, we offer telehealth appointments and an online EDS rehabilitation program with video-guided workouts and direct therapist messaging support.
What experience do your trainers have?
Our coaches have 19+ years of combined experience, including collegiate athletic training, national-level sports coaching, and certifications in manual therapy and dry needling.
How long are treatment sessions?
Physical therapy sessions are 60 minutes. Personal training sessions last 50 minutes, with initial evaluations taking 60 minutes for comprehensive assessment.
Do you offer corporate wellness programs?
Yes, we provide customized corporate fitness programs and community wellness initiatives focused on injury prevention and workplace mobility improvement.
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Reviews (4)
Connie Xu
Dec 06, 2021
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Myo Durham provided a safe and welcoming fitness space for me while I was living in Durham. Joel and Ryan are such an incredible duo! Though I never worked with Joel, I used to come to Myo frequently to attend Ryan's small group training sessions. Each week's schedule, which is released on both Myo's website and Instagram, includes a combination of endurance, strength, and power days. During each session, each member has their own dedicated squat rack and air bike. Exercises are demonstrated at the beginning of each class, and modifications are encouraged to prevent injury. Ryan frequently guides
John Voorheis
Oct 14, 2021
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At the beginning of my 1st session, Joel said "we're going to do things a little differently than you have in the past, and indeed we did."
Myo's PT meets personal training approach - focused on empowering the patient to self-resolve and maintain physical therapy issues - helped me to correct a multitude of strength imbalances that had only worsened with consistent physical therapy. After the better part of a decade, working with premier physical therapists in Chicago and New York, I was ready for a new approach. After 3 months my issues had improved significantly, and after 6 months I was running
Myo's PT meets personal training approach - focused on empowering the patient to self-resolve and maintain physical therapy issues - helped me to correct a multitude of strength imbalances that had only worsened with consistent physical therapy. After the better part of a decade, working with premier physical therapists in Chicago and New York, I was ready for a new approach. After 3 months my issues had improved significantly, and after 6 months I was running
Pranav Kemburu
Jul 22, 2021
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality
Working out through Myofit has been a great experience. Ryan runs group lifting classes that he can customize to what you want to get out of it. Classes are welcoming for people of all experiences and friendly to all kinds of people, including those that may not feel like they fit into a regular gym environment.
Working out through Myofit has been a great experience. Ryan runs group lifting classes that he can customize to what you want to get out of it. Classes are welcoming for people of all experiences and friendly to all kinds of people, including those that may not feel like they fit into a regular gym environment.
Anna Valvo
Jun 21, 2021
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I saw Joel for PT on an injury I had to my arm earlier this year and he helped me so much. He's easy to talk to and you can tell he knows what he's doing. I really wasn't sure how much progress I could make at first but after only 3 visits, my scar lines were less sensitive, the muscle in my arm was less knotty, and we were talking about ways to continue strengthening. I have so much more confidence in my ability to use that arm now. I highly recommend his services if you're looking for PT. His 2 dogs come to work too and they're so sweet and gentle, it was awesome having a dog to pet after a session
