Our Mission is to increase women’s participation and opportunity in trail running and hiking through inspiration, education and empowerment.
Dr Amber Bartz is a board-certified orthopedic and women’s health physical therapist based in Tucson, AZ. As the owner of Catalyst Physical Therapy, she helps women feel strong, confident, and capable in their bodies—whether that’s on the trail, in the gym, or through motherhood. Her boutique clinic provides personalized, one-on-one care that addresses the root cause of pain and dysfunction to keep women moving and thriving.
“When you listen to your body whisper, you don’t have to hear it scream.” -Cherokee Proverb
At Catalyst Physical Therapy, I take a whole-body, individualized approach to care. Every athlete receives a comprehensive head-to-toe assessment to identify the true source of pain or dysfunction—not just the symptoms. My treatment blends advanced manual therapy, movement retraining, dry needling, and education to help athletes move efficiently, recover faster, and perform at their best.
Athletes can expect one-on-one, high-level care that goes far beyond standard physical therapy. Sessions are 100% personalized—focused on improving strength, mobility, and movement patterns that translate directly to life and sport. Whether it’s returning to the trail postpartum, managing chronic pain, or chasing new performance goals, my goal is to help athletes feel strong, confident, and resilient in their bodies for the long run.
