Dr. Amy Babcock
PT, MS, MPT, OCS, COMT, E-RYT 500
About Amy
Amy Babcock, PT, MS, MPT, OCS, COMT, E-RYT 500
Amy grew up in Iowa, where her passion for athletics and movement eventually led her to a career in physical therapy. A former collegiate distance runner and nationally competitive cyclist and triathlete, Amy brings a unique combination of clinical expertise and personal athletic experience to helping patients recover from injuries and return to the activities they love.
She earned her Bachelor of Arts from Simpson College, a Master's degree in Exercise Physiology and Human Performance from Iowa State University, and a Master's degree in Physical Therapy from St. Ambrose University.
Amy began her career at a multidisciplinary Spine Center in Oklahoma City, working alongside physicians, psychologists, surgeons, and physical therapists. This experience gave her a strong foundation in treating complex spinal conditions and understanding the many factors that contribute to pain and movement limitations.
She later worked as a Spine Coordinator in Ames, Iowa, where she had the opportunity to regularly shadow both a neurosurgeon and an orthopedic surgeon, further developing her understanding of spinal conditions and treatment options.
In 2001, Amy moved to California in search of better weather for cycling and training. Since then, she has spent more than two decades treating patients throughout the Bay Area, including 14 years as a clinic director and extensive experience in private practices in Portola Valley, Palo Alto, and Los Altos.
Some of Amy's particular areas of expertise include:
- Spine, Neck Pain, and Headaches: Drawing on her extensive background in spinal rehabilitation and advanced manual therapy to address neck and back pain, headaches, and complex movement restrictions.
- TMJ/TMD Conditions: Helping patients experiencing jaw pain, tension, and temporomandibular joint dysfunction through comprehensive assessments and individualized treatment.
- Cycling and Bike Fit: Combining her experience as an elite cyclist with specialized bike fitting certifications to assess both the rider and the bike, addressing discomfort, movement limitations, and factors affecting cycling performance.
- Running, Swimming, and Sports Rehabilitation: Helping runners, swimmers, cyclists, and overhead athletes recover from injuries and return to their sports with improved strength, mobility, and confidence.
- Yoga and Movement-Based Rehabilitation: Integrating her extensive yoga teaching experience with physical therapy to improve mobility, body awareness, strength, and movement quality.
Amy is a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) and a Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist (COMT) through the Ola Grimsby Institute. She has also completed two year-long advanced courses in the Maitland approach to orthopedic manual therapy, providing extensive training in hands-on assessment and treatment.
Her expertise in cycling extends well beyond the clinic. Amy competed at the national level as a triathlete and Category 1 road cyclist, participated in the 2000 Olympic Trials in Road Cycling, and competed at the 2001 World Championships and multiple National Championships.
As a F.I.S.T. certified Road and Tri Bike Fitter who has also completed the Lockwood bike fit course for physical therapists, Amy brings a comprehensive perspective to cycling-related injuries. Her bike fit assessments combine on-bike and off-bike evaluations, allowing her to address not only bike positioning but also the physical limitations and movement patterns that may be contributing to discomfort or reduced performance.
In addition to her orthopedic and sports rehabilitation experience, Amy is an experienced registered yoga teacher (E-RYT 500) who has taught yoga classes, private sessions, and workshops for 15 years. Her teaching has included a particular focus on anatomy, therapeutic movement, and helping individuals better understand their bodies.
Amy's treatment philosophy closely aligns with the approach used by the Revolutions in Fitness physical therapy team: looking beyond where it hurts to understand why it hurts.
By integrating biomechanics, movement analysis, manual therapy, individualized exercise, and yoga-based principles, Amy takes a comprehensive approach to understanding each patient's unique needs.
Having personally navigated athletic injuries and recovery, she understands how important it is to return not just to being pain-free, but to feeling strong, capable, and confident doing the activities that bring meaning to life.
Outside the Clinic
When Amy isn't treating patients, there's a good chance you'll find her on her bike.
She remains actively involved in the local cycling community, enjoying group rides with friends, participating in a local cycling club and team, and heading out on long weekend rides to the coast.
She also enjoys practicing yoga, lifting weights, and spending time with her two children, as well as her dog, trips to the beach, and cheering on the Chicago Cubs.
One of Amy's most memorable adventures was traveling to France with her son in 2025 to experience two weeks of the Tour de France. During the trip, she had the opportunity to ride some of cycling's most legendary climbs, including Mont Ventoux, Alpe d'Huez, the Col du Tourmalet, the Col du Galibier, and several others, while watching the world's best cyclists compete.
For Amy, cycling continues to be much more than a sport. It's a way to stay active, explore new places, challenge herself, and connect with a community of people who share her passion for movement.
Getting to know Amy
Why are you a physical therapist?
My interest in physical therapy really began through my own experiences as an athlete.
I was a collegiate distance runner, and during college I experienced an injury that introduced me to the world of sports medicine and orthopedic rehabilitation.
Going through that experience helped me understand firsthand how frustrating it can be when an injury keeps you from doing something you love. It also sparked my interest in learning more about the human body, how injuries happen, and what it takes to recover.
That experience ultimately helped guide me toward a career in physical therapy.
Since then, athletics and movement have remained a huge part of my life, from competitive running and triathlons to road cycling and yoga.
I understand how much physical activity can mean to someone's identity, happiness, and quality of life. Being able to combine my personal passion for movement with the opportunity to help others recover and stay active is what makes physical therapy so rewarding for me.
Is there a patient experience that reminds you why you love being a PT?
What I enjoy most about physical therapy is helping people understand what's contributing to their symptoms and finding ways to get them back to the activities that matter to them.
I've spent much of my career treating people with spinal conditions, neck pain, headaches, and sports-related injuries. These can be challenging conditions, especially when symptoms have been present for a long time or previous treatments haven't provided lasting improvement.
I particularly enjoy the problem-solving aspect of physical therapy: looking at how different parts of the body move and function together, identifying limitations, and developing a treatment approach that addresses the individual rather than just the symptoms.
As someone who has experienced injuries and recovery firsthand, I know how meaningful it can be to regain confidence in your body.
Whether someone wants to get back on their bike, return to running, practice yoga comfortably, or simply move through daily life with less pain, helping them make that progress is what I find most fulfilling.
Why Revolutions in Fitness?
What I appreciate about the approach at Revolutions in Fitness is the emphasis on understanding the whole person rather than simply treating an isolated symptom.
Throughout my career, I've developed a treatment philosophy that combines hands-on manual therapy, biomechanics, movement analysis, exercise, and yoga-based principles.
I believe physical therapy is most effective when we take the time to understand each patient's individual needs, goals, and the activities that are important to them.
RIF's focus on comprehensive assessments and individualized care aligns closely with the way I approach treatment.
I'm particularly excited to bring my experience in spinal rehabilitation, orthopedic manual therapy, cycling, bike fitting, and yoga to a team that values thoughtful, personalized care.
Most importantly, I look forward to helping patients overcome limitations, build confidence in their bodies, and continue enjoying the sports and activities they love for years to come.
