Kris Porter, DPT
I’m a physical therapist with two decades of clinical experience. In that time, I’ve developed a deep passion for helping patients recover using the minimum effective dose. In a nutshell: VALUE. Time is the most precious resource we have, and if we can ensure that every moment you invest in your movement health is optimized—whether you’re managing pain, preventing injuries, or moving in ways that bring you joy—that is what get’s me out of bed in the morning. That, and a piping hot cup of dark roast.
Unfortunately, the American insurance model of care often focuses more on the number of units billed and has little to do with real world results. And in a system where there’s a massive supply–demand imbalance, even below average physical therapy clinics have long waitlists, burned-out providers, and more than half of your session delivered by “support staff” with minimal to no training.
That’s why I joined MovementX—a company built around providing value-driven, relationship-centered, expert-level care. Every session is one-on-one with a doctor of physical therapy, free from the constraints of rushed schedules, unnecessary visits, and insurance interference. It’s the model I believe delivers the best outcomes, the best experience, and the best use of your time.
My Philosophy
Movement is complex. Anyone can watch someone walk, run, or jump — but true movement expertise takes decades of real-world experience and years of studying biomechanics, neuromuscular control, and how the body adapts to stress.
Take a recent example:
An athlete trying to return to basketball was dealing with both knee and back pain. On film review, something subtle stood out. When his right foot hit the ground, his hips stayed level. But when his left foot landed, his pelvis dropped nearly 12° — about 5–7° more than normal.
Why?
Well… that is where movement science gets fun.
Pelvic drop can come from hip strength, trunk strategy, foot mechanics, ankle mobility, glute timing, proprioception, previous injury patterns — and about a hundred other variables. In this case, the real issue was a loss of Achilles power (not strength) on the left side from a long-forgotten injury he assumed was irrelevant.
After months of rehab with different physical therapists and strength coaches, his symptoms never changed — because no one found the why.
Once we identified the root cause and applied the minimum effective dose, he was pain-free and back on the court in four visits over three months.
That’s what biomechanically driven care looks like:
Find the driver. Treat what matters. Restore movement that lasts.
Experience Matters
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My original dream was to be the CEO of a large hospital. I studied health care systems, policy, and law and loved it. I thought I could be part of the solution to make the American healthcare system better. But I fell in love with patient care, not spreadsheets, politics, and insurance company policies.
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I have always had a diverse interest in sports, as a way to stay fit and build community. From soccer, to swimming, football, baseball/softball, volleyball, mountain biking, endurance sports, and the obstacle course racing, I have done it all.
I love sports because they make fitness feel like fun and community feel like home. They keep us moving, keep us connected, and remind us that play isn’t just for kids — it’s part of being human.
That is why I have recently coached soccer, baseball and basketball. Not just to support my kids, but to support Reston and nearby communites.
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Less than 5% of Physical Therapists complete a residency. It doesn’t pay more, and it takes 1-2 years of personal sacrifice.
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I love sports because they make fitness feel like fun and community feel like home. They keep us moving, keep us connected, and remind us that play isn’t just for kids — it’s part of being human.
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If you have a question about whether I am a good fit for you, or if you want a free 15’ discovery call, reach out!