Live to Move

Dr. Molly Poenitzsch and Dr. James Poenitzsch met while pursuing their Doctor of Physical Therapy degrees at Texas Woman’s University in Houston, Texas. Now married and living in Pearland, Texas, they share interests in exercise, volunteering, their pet dogs, participating in community events, and improving the lives of others through health and well-being.

Movement builds strong hearts, muscles and bones. It helps maintain balance and coordination. Beyond the physical, movement is a significant contributor to overall mental health and well-being. Physical therapy can advance a person’s ability to move, restore function, reduce pain and prevent disability. Physical therapists are experts in movement and the human body.

At Live to Move Physical Therapy & Wellness, we believe that what you do after physical therapy concludes is as important as the physical therapy itself. To encourage you to continue your journey toward a lifestyle of wellness, individual consultation for plant-based nutrition, personal training, and therapeutic yoga classes are available. Therapeutic yoga is taught by a certified yoga teacher and offers modified ways to perform yoga poses based on your individual physical ability.

The Poenitzsch’s are motivated by the benefits of an active lifestyle and want to help you maximize your physical abilities through a lifestyle of wellness.

The sun-like image in the logo summarizes the story of Live to Move Physical Therapy & Wellness. The sun provides life-sustaining nurture every day. Like the sun, movement provides the nurture our bodies need to optimize our health and enrich our lives.

Molly Poenitzsch

PT, DPT, COMT, CSCS, CYT

James Poenitzsch

PT, DPT, COMT, CSCS

Doctors of Physical Therapy

Our Mission

We improve the lives of people we serve by maximizing their physical capabilities while guiding them toward overall wellness.

Live to Move Physical Therapy & Wellness. Because moving is living.

Why Choose us

You’ll be treated by a Doctor of Physical Therapy, one-on-one, for a minimum of 45 minutes per session
Your treatment plan is evidence-based, which means techniques with proven success are used
We are conveniently located on Magnolia Parkway in Pearland near Highway 288
To improve continuity of care, you will be treated by the same physical therapist at each session
In addition to physical therapy, we provide nutritional counseling, wellness yoga, and strength and conditioning training to help you continue a lifestyle of wellness
Our hours of operation allow you to schedule visits before and after work

Physical Therapy

Provided by licensed doctors of physical therapy only, giving you the best care with faster results.

Strength & Conditioning Training

Improve your health, fitness, and energy! Prevent injuries by training with our Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists.

Wellness Yoga

Improve your body and decrease stress to better your overall wellness with therapeutic yoga for all ages and ability levels.

Plant-based Nutrition

Research driven and evidence based diet to reduce your risk of disease, improve your health, and lose weight!

I am so glad I chose Live to Move for post shoulder surgery rehab. I work with Dr. James and he is fantastic! He is extremely personable and keeps you engaged throughout all of your sessions. He’s been so great at lifting my spirits during tough phases of recovery and working to help me achieve my goals. The entire office is upbeat, friendly and create such a family like environment. Make sure to schedule a session during Caribbean Music Thursdays for some fun music while you rehab ;). Thanks Dr. James and the entire Live to Move family! You are greatly appreciated.

- Nina Cyril Robinson

Extremely impressed by this practice. I was told I needed surgery for a nerve issue, but before I spent the money for that, Dr. James Poenitzsch advised PT could be a solution. Sure enough, after just 2 weeks I was feeling the difference and after a few more weeks the pain went away thanks to his work. I also did this through telehealth sessions in the convenience of my own home, and it was extremely easy to use just by clicking a single link in an email. James articulated and describe the motions and positions very well and was able to demonstrate over the camera exactly what to do. James, Molly, and their staff were very professional, polite, patient, and knowledgeable. I was very impressed by his front office staff as well, they did an excellent job with communication and were very kind. I would highly recommend this practice for any PT services!

- Noah Roberts

I thoroughly enjoyed my experience at Live to Move. The staff and therapists were professional, skilled, and compassionate. The treatment and waiting areas were very clean as well. I recommend this clinic to all.

- Lyne E.

I had a severe infection in my bicep and shoulder that required surgery and then months of physical therapy. Dr. James and Dr. Molly were fantastic, they took the time to get to know my needs, and helped me through my therapy in a positive and friendly way. We worked hard, but I enjoyed every minute, they helped me get back to a normal life! I highly recommend them both.

- Tony A.

I began having discomfort in my low back when lifting at the gym, which progressively worsened into pain with sitting and walking. Becoming Dr. James Poenitzsch’s patient was the best decision I could have ever made as he was instantly able to find the root of the problem with my back. After a couple of months of physical therapy, I went from being a young person in his 20s with what felt like debilitating back pain to finally being able to work out at the gym with no pain at all. I actually began to lift heavier than I did previously and am now able to squat 315 lbs with ease. If I ever need physical therapy again, I know exactly who to go to and will always recommend Dr. James.

- Juan A.

Dr. Molly did an excellent job; she knew exactly what spot to target throughout my neck therapy that helped me fully recover. I am very appreciative for all the great work she did, and for accommodating me with her next available opening as soon as she could. I highly recommend her!

- Carolina H.

Dr. James was great with Physical Therapy very professional and I appreciated the one on one time with the patient. I also enjoyed meeting with Dr. Molly and learn about Plant-based nutrition. Overall very pleased with the treatment and service provided by everyone! Thanks!

- Paula Camacho

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