iMove PT is a physical therapy franchise offering personalized and evidence-based physical therapy services to help individuals recover from injuries and improve mobility.
KEY FRANCHISE STATS
Franchisees
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4
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n.a.
n.a.
Franchise fee
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$37,500
Investment
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$40,000 - $245,000
Revenue (AUV)
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Undisclosed
$534,000
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500.0%
500.0%
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iMove PT is a fast-growing physical therapy franchise based in Chesterfield, Missouri. Founded in March 2020 by Dr. Michael Gorman, it launched as a mobile service in St. Louis and Metro East, Illinois. The brand opened its first brick-and-mortar clinic in July 2023 and began franchising in 2022 across Missouri, Kansas City, Joplin, and Tulsa, Oklahoma.
The franchise offers both mobile and in-clinic physical therapy services. Clients benefit from one-on-one treatments including manual therapy, dry needling, NEUBIE electrical stimulation, fitness programs, ergonomic assessments, foot orthotics, nutritional consults, and home safety evaluations. These services address a wide range of conditions from sports injuries and joint replacements to neurological and vestibular rehab.
iMove PT sets itself apart through its mobile-first model offering high-quality, flexible, one-on-one care. It targets therapist burnout and overcrowded clinics by giving clinicians autonomy and focus on patient care. Its dual mobile and in-clinic structure supports community reach and clinical excellence.
Initial investment
The initial investment required for a iMove PT franchise is $40,000 - $245,000. That is the total cost you would need to finance if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.
iMove PT offers 2 types of franchises:
Type of Expenditure
Amount
iMove PT® Mobile Clinic
$40,100 - $57,500
iMove PT® Brick and Mortar Clinic
$123,750 - $244,500
We are summarizing below the main costs associated with opening an iMove PT® Brick and Mortar Clinic.
For more information on the various types of franchises and its costs, refer to the Franchise Disclosure Document (Item 7).
Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee (Mobile Clinic)
$30,000
Initial Franchise Fee (Brick and Mortar Clinic)
$37,500
Construction/Buildout (Brick and Mortar Clinic)
$30,000 - $100,000
Exterior Signage (Brick and Mortar Clinic)
$0 - $6,000
Rent and Security Deposit (Brick and Mortar Clinic)
$8,000 - $16,000
Grand Opening Advertising (Both)
$750
Equipment (Mobile Clinic)
$1,000 - $1,500
Equipment (Brick and Mortar Clinic)
$30,000 - $50,000
Initial Inventory (Mobile Clinic)
$250 - $500
Initial Inventory (Brick and Mortar Clinic)
$500
Office Equipment, Software, Computers and Supplies (Mobile Clinic)
$1,000 - $2,000
Office Equipment, Software, Computers and Supplies (Brick and Mortar Clinic)
$3,500 - $7,000
Business Licenses and Permits (Mobile Clinic)
$0 - $1,000
Business Licenses and Permits (Brick and Mortar Clinic)
$0 - $1,000
Professional Fees (Both)
$1,500 - $10,000
Membership to American Physical Therapy Association (Both)
$0 - $750
Insurance (Both)
$3,500 - $4,000
Travel and Living Expenses During Training (Mobile Clinic)
$600 - $2,000
Travel and Living Expenses During Training (Brick and Mortar Clinic)
$1,000 - $2,000
Additional Funds – 3 Months (Mobile Clinic)
$1,500 - $5,000
Additional Funds – 3 Months (Brick and Mortar Clinic)
$7,500 - $9,000
Total Estimated Initial Investment (Mobile Clinic)
$40,100 - $57,500
Total Estimated Initial Investment (Brick and Mortar Clinic)
$123,750 - $244,500
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iMove PT offers 2 types of franchises:
Type of Expenditure
Amount
iMove PT® Mobile Clinic
$40,100 - $57,500
iMove PT® Brick and Mortar Clinic
$123,750 - $244,500
We are summarizing below the main costs associated with opening an iMove PT® Brick and Mortar Clinic.
For more information on the various types of franchises and its costs, refer to the Franchise Disclosure Document (Item 7).
Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee (Mobile Clinic)
$30,000
Initial Franchise Fee (Brick and Mortar Clinic)
$37,500
Construction/Buildout (Brick and Mortar Clinic)
$30,000 - $100,000
Exterior Signage (Brick and Mortar Clinic)
$0 - $6,000
Rent and Security Deposit (Brick and Mortar Clinic)
$8,000 - $16,000
Grand Opening Advertising (Both)
$750
Equipment (Mobile Clinic)
$1,000 - $1,500
Equipment (Brick and Mortar Clinic)
$30,000 - $50,000
Initial Inventory (Mobile Clinic)
$250 - $500
Initial Inventory (Brick and Mortar Clinic)
$500
Office Equipment, Software, Computers and Supplies (Mobile Clinic)
$1,000 - $2,000
Office Equipment, Software, Computers and Supplies (Brick and Mortar Clinic)
$3,500 - $7,000
Business Licenses and Permits (Mobile Clinic)
$0 - $1,000
Business Licenses and Permits (Brick and Mortar Clinic)
$0 - $1,000
Professional Fees (Both)
$1,500 - $10,000
Membership to American Physical Therapy Association (Both)
$0 - $750
Insurance (Both)
$3,500 - $4,000
Travel and Living Expenses During Training (Mobile Clinic)
$600 - $2,000
Travel and Living Expenses During Training (Brick and Mortar Clinic)
$1,000 - $2,000
Additional Funds – 3 Months (Mobile Clinic)
$1,500 - $5,000
Additional Funds – 3 Months (Brick and Mortar Clinic)
$7,500 - $9,000
Total Estimated Initial Investment (Mobile Clinic)
$40,100 - $57,500
Total Estimated Initial Investment (Brick and Mortar Clinic)
$123,750 - $244,500
Franchise Disclosure Document
Below is iMove PT's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. Upgrade to Pro or purchase the FDD to view and download the document.
Number of units
iMove PT had 6 total units in 2024, of which 4 were franchised-owned and 2 company-owned.
iMove Physical Therapy provides a structured training program to prepare franchisees and their Operating Principals for launching and operating the business. This training is mandatory and must be completed before opening the franchise.
Initial Training Program: Franchisees and their Operating Principals must attend and successfully complete the Initial Training Program within 30 days of signing the Franchise Agreement. The program includes guidance on business operations, standards, marketing, recruiting, administrative procedures, and access to the Operations Manual.
On-Site Opening Support: A representative from iMove PT will visit the franchise location for up to three days at the time of opening to support setup and initial operations. This assistance is provided at no additional cost.
Ongoing Support and Refresher Training: iMove PT may also provide additional training or refresher courses, either in-person or virtually, as deemed necessary during the operation of the franchise. This ensures franchisees stay aligned with evolving standards and practices.
Territory Protection
iMove Physical Therapy provides franchisees with a defined territory for both Mobile and Brick and Mortar Clinics, but the protection offered is limited. For Mobile Clinics, the franchisor will not establish another clinic within the designated area, typically serving at least 30,000 residents aged 65 or older.
However, services outside this territory require prior written consent, and protection does not prevent indirect competition. For Brick and Mortar Clinics, the territory usually spans a 1-block radius in urban areas or a 3-mile radius in suburban or rural settings.
While iMove PT agrees not to place another location within this area, the franchisee is not granted exclusivity. The franchise may still face competition from other franchisees, franchisor-owned outlets, or other distribution channels controlled by iMove PT.
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