Houston, TX · Sports Medicine · Orthopedics

Move.
Perform.
Evolve better.

Evolution Therapy in Motion is a Houston physical therapy practice specializing in orthopedic, sports medicine, and musculoskeletal treatment. Doctor-led, hands-on, evidence-based.

Dr. J. Cotton, DPT — founder of Evolution Therapy in Motion
Manual Therapy Dry Needling Cupping Spinal Manipulation Sports Conditioning
Dr. J. Cotton, DPT
5+ Years orthopedic / sports med
Meet your doctor

Dr. J. Cotton, DPT.

Dr. J has specialized in the treatment of orthopedics and sports medicine for over five years. He is a graduate from the University of St. Augustine in 2015, where he completed his curriculum in Advanced Manual Therapy and developed an appreciation to treat with an evidence-based treatment approach.

With a hands-on treatment philosophy, he recognizes specific movement patterns that impose limitations through soft tissue or joint restrictions. Continuing his post-graduate education, he has added Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Dry Needling, Joint Mobilization, Therapeutic Cupping, and Spinal Manipulation — trained under some of the most remarkable professionals in the field today.

His experience treats chronic pain cases as well as pre- and post-operative conditions. He enjoys helping active aging adults and athletes recover from complex shoulder injuries and hip pathology back to their sport and play.

A former athlete and military veteran in the U.S. Air Force Reserves, Dr. J also applies his training to competitive bodybuilding — with the same focus, energy, and discipline he brings to every patient.

Doctorate
University of St. Augustine, 2015
Specialty
Orthopedics · Sports Med
Service
USAF Reserves Veteran
Discipline
Competitive Bodybuilder
What we do

Eight services. One outcome.

Every service is built around getting you back to the sport, the work, or the daily life you love — without compromise.

01

PT Evaluation & Treatment

One-on-one doctor-led physical therapy. Hands-on manual therapy paired with personalized exercise progression.

02

Running & Gait Analysis

Video-based analysis of your running form and walking mechanics. Identify the patterns causing pain or holding back performance.

03

Injury Prevention

Movement and strength assessments designed to stop injuries before they start — for athletes and active adults.

04

Free Physical Screening

Not sure if you need PT? Come in for a no-cost screening. Honest answer on whether we’re the right next step.

05

Sports Conditioning

Sport-specific strength and conditioning programming for athletes coming back from injury or chasing the next level.

06

Return-to-Sport

Structured readiness assessment to confirm you’re truly ready to return — not just feeling okay enough to.

07

Biomechanical Analysis

Deep movement-pattern analysis to surface the root cause of pain or limitation, not just the symptom.

08

Nutrition & Training

Personalized nutrition guidance and personal training that supports your recovery and your goals beyond rehab.

What patients say
“Dr. Cotton is honestly exceptional at what he does. After my knee surgery, I spent over 4 months with a physical therapist who wasn’t producing results. My first day working with Dr. Cotton I could feel the difference in my knee recovery, literally the same day. I only wish I had gone to Dr. Cotton from the very beginning.”
— Clarence Sirmons
Get started

Book a free screening.

Tell us about your injury, sport, or goal. We’ll get back to you within one business day to schedule your free initial physical screening — no obligation.

Location
Houston, TX
Booking
By appointment
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