Yellow Brick Physical Therapy; Lara Johnson Physical Therapy and Wellness, LLC

Experiencia fantástica: Lara has been such a blessing to me! I have been dealing with low back pain for over a year now and sought treatment with Lara. She has really focused on my psoas on the front of my body. I have loved her gentle approach to healing and her online video classes that I can access easily between in person treatment. She is so knowledgeable and kind!

Experiencia fantástica: I was able to return to swimming after an 8 year break due to back pain. Swimming pain-free was beyond my hopes. Lara was the only person who correctly diagnosed my back issue and within a reasonable amount of time, had me running and living pain-free. Turns out, it wasn't really my back causing the pain all those years - it was my psoas muscle - which is on the front side of my body. I had been tolerating the pain for years and seen numerous other PTs. Lara is also a delightful person, who truly enjoys helping her clients. She provides the amount of care needed and is not trying to get you on a longer term plan than you need. She has the knowledge to correctly diagnose and treat effectively.

Experiencia fantástica: Lara is pretty amazing. As an endurance athlete herself she really gets it. She looks the you holistically and breaks down how the whole body nerves, muscles, joints, and skeletal system work together. She definitely tries to get to the root of the problem and not just put a bandaid on the symptoms. I had struggled with hip flexor pain for about 3 months that even rest was not helping and I’m happy to say after 4 sessions I’m pain free. She also always makes time to answer my questions in between sessions and will send out videos demonstrating the exercises and stretches to do at home. I’d highly recommend checking her out!

Experiencia fantástica: I came to Lara three weeks after having undergone a partial laminectomy wondering whether I might never get better for having had the surgery. Before our second session I was symptom free and have remained so after our third following nearly a week later. Her treatments are the real deal and I'm very grateful for having been referred to her.

Experiencia fantástica: I originally went to Lara for help with some pain in my hip that had been reoccurring periodically throughout the last few years. She found that the pain was actually originating in my back stabilizing muscles. She is so good at teaching someone like me (who has zero anatomy or biology background) about what's happening to my body and why it's manifesting this way. She has such enthusiasm for teaching and helping people heal, and it makes working with her such a treat. The exercises she gives are easy to incorporate into your daily life, so there is no excuse not to do them. With Lara's help, I was able to successfully run a 50k without any pain in my back and I now have the tools to treat this pain if it pops up again!

Experiencia fantástica: Dr. Laura is absolutely amazing! I had injured my shoulder a few years ago and every other physical therapist I went to told me it was a strength issue. No matter how much strengthening I did the issue didn’t go away, so my dad recommended Laura. I can’t explain what she does but it works! I am a high school swimmer and last season I didn’t get to swim at all because of my shoulder but with Laura’s help I was able to swim through the entire season this year!

Experiencia fantástica: Dr. Lara Johnson is absolutely amazing. My husband had experienced pretty severe neck, back and hip pain for about 10 years. We tried corrective exercise, massages, over 30 visits to the chiropractor, cupping, dry needling and acupuncture. All provided very temporary relief. Then, I found out my former colleague, Dr. Lara, would maybe be able to help. It was my husband’s last hope before considering surgery. Through weekly treatments with her and her recommendation for some at-home therapy, my husband’s pain is 80% better in just a matter of a few months! Dr. Lara Johnson’s knowledge of the human body and nervous system is the most extensive I’ve seen and, her dedication to fix the problem PERMANENTLY instead of temporarily is such a blessing. If I could give her 6 out of 5 stars, I would. If you have been experiencing muscle and/or nerve pain or, you’re not quite sure of the pain source, I highly recommend making an appointment with her. You won’t regret it.

Experiencia fantástica: Unique, practical, holistic methods of PT. Knowledgable and friendly and respectful. Access to helpful exercise and recovery videos also.

Experiencia fantástica: Lara helped heal my physical injuries, but also gave me the space to express and work through the mental side of an injury too. She taught me the importance of icing and how healing starts in the nerve before anything else can get better. I looked forward to meeting with her because I knew it was going to be a great session and things have only gotten better. I'm stronger than I ever was and I could not have done it without Lara's help!

Experiencia fantástica: Dr. Lara is terrific. She helped me work though a running injury in time to complete my goal race and I'm still feeling great a month later. Not only does Lara understand the physiology of injury but, as a runner herself, she was a tremendous resource in talking through the mental/emotional aspects. She's a true educator at heart which I found empowering for long-term injury prevention and wellness. Totally recommend.

Experiencia fantástica: I'm a broken-down former athlete with chronic pain in my back and knees due to advanced osteoarthritis. I went to Lara to improve my poor posture and lessen the strain on my damaged joints. Her approach involved calming the nerves that energized specific muscles to balance me better and help ease my joint pain. She educated me on why her approach should help me. And it did. She gave me tools (exercises and advice) that I'm now using. Good stuff!! She can't heal your arthritis, but she'll stand you up straighter and get your body such that your offending joints don't hurt so much.

Experiencia fantástica: Lara provided treatment for me directly preceding and following a 100 mile race and it made a huge difference in my performance and recovery. She also took the time to educate me and provided tips that helped me during the event itself. I love her holistic, whole body approach and she really takes the time to listen and understand what her patients are experiencing. Not only is she knowledgeable, but she is also warm and inviting and working with her is very comfortable. Highly recommend.

Experiencia fantástica: Dr. Johnson was phenomenal... She diagnosed the problem quickly, and led me on an 8 week recovery schedule/plan. I’m an avid runner, running hundreds of miles a year. Following a year of various self-treatments (there were several), because of a hip/quad/piriformis injury, there was no other option but to seek out professional medical advice. Although I was reluctant, the results were absolutely evident and her treatment worked! I just completed my 8th week. I broke through the physical injury barrier which had restrained me for nearly a year, and I achieved PRs for miles in a month (during my treatment schedule). And I was running without pain, also achieving near PRs for time per mile, etc. Ultimately, she identified a related muscular deficiency, which was the root cause for the hip/quad/piriformis problem, and her treatment has helped me return to running without pain. Thank you Dr Johnson!

Experiencia fantástica: Lara is a true holistic pro. I came in with an extremely sore elbow and she diagnosed issues that were far from the elbow. Working on my neck and psoas she got the nerve issues in the elbow to recover - without really ever approaching the elbow. Great experience, a wonderful, present woman, and a gifted healer!!

Experiencia fantástica: Mon, Sep 21, 2020 I am so fortunate to have found Dr Lara Johnson! She is so good at what she does and is really helping me with my neck pain. This is a very sensitive area of the body and it affects so much of how you feel. She understands how all the body is connected and how one system affects another. Very patient, kind, intelligent and hands on. I’ve experienced other PT’s and she is by far the best. Cinda Jensen

Experiencia fantástica: After 20+ years of regular running, I began to struggle with significant hip, back, and hamstring pain. For 1.5 years, I went to; complied with and spent a lot of money (even outside of insurance) on 'traditional' physical therapies and doctors with no relief. Each practitioner told me I was getting too old to keep up my level of physical fitness and some even told me I was decompensating rapidly because of that. One doctor, after telling me to start taking pain killers regularly and back off exercising, told me he'd heard of Dr. Johnson and that "it wouldn't hurt to try her." I started feeling better in just my first conversation with Dr. Johnson. She actually listened so that, together, we could answer the question of why I was experiencing what I was physically. She wanted to help my unique needs, not just flex knowledge or fit me into a mold. Most important, she wanted to get to the root cause of the problem and actually fix it. And, this is what makes her an incredible practitioner and 'alternative' in practice - she's using her solid, scientific understanding of bodies to question old, ineffective practices and replacing them with improved methodology. I was nearly pain free for the first time in almost 2 years after my first treatment with Dr. Johnson, for over-used and under-cared for psoas and iliopsoas muscles. I cried with relief and disbelief. She comforted and reassured me while keeping me accountable to a long recovery yet 100% treatable condition. Now, I'm running freely; truly, faster and stronger than ever. I am 43 years old. I've learned so much about how to treat my body well - inside and out. I am so grateful to be moving again and well and am ever appreciative of my new lease on life because of Dr. Johnson.

Experiencia fantástica: Once I looked into how Lara works, I really was bummed I didn’t start seeing her sooner! The icing protocols, the focus on the nervous system and attention to detail - it all helped me to shift a limiting hip injury from having a truck hit me. I do not enjoy driving and I drove 50+ miles each way to get treated and it was worth it! I saw improvement from the first session to the last and beyond. I can’t wait to iron out more patterns from other old injuries! Lara listens to you and works with attention and respect for who you are and your particular goals. She brings great physiological expertise and great sensitivity and an amazing amount of tools and techniques to her work and she’s a lot of fun to work with as well. A fantastic professional to add to your recovery team!

Experiencia fantástica: I am grateful that a trusted family member had referred me to Dr. Lara. I tore my ACL in February of 2020. Due to the pandemic I had to wait for a follow-up surgery, and my health care options were very limited. While I was waiting for surgery, I had the opportunity to work with Dr. Lara as a client. I was able to learn basic exercises that would enable me to build range of motion, quad strength, proper gait, and learn body mechanics and form that would assist in preventing re-injury and rehabbing my knee (pre and post surgery). I have to say that out of all the care providers that I have worked with, in regards to this injury, Dr. Lara was the most helpful, and attentive provider. She took the time to explain things, to listen, and provide feedback. Dr. Lara also a wonderful video library as a resource to her clients. She was very positive, experienced, and great to work with. Just like a family member had referred her to me, I would refer her to any friend, colleague, or a family member. Thank you Lara!

Experiencia fantástica: I retired a few years back from a desk job and entered heavy play mode with golf, tennis, biking, etc. I over did it and herniated a disc in my back and struggled with discomfort that limited my ability to do all that I enjoy doing. Dr. Lara proved to be the solution for me. She fixed me and taught me how to maintain my body with a very pain-free natural approach. Lara calmed my nerves, which was the primary source of my pain. She used stretching, massage and ice to get me back to my normal lifestyle and then empowered me to take care of myself going forward. I'm comfortably doing everything I like to do today. Thanks Lara!!

Experiencia fantástica: I had pain in my knees, hips, and lower back and thought it was normal aging. After 6 weeks of weekly appointments and following the protocol I can walk up stairs without pain, lift weights, run, and practice yoga like I love to. Seriously a great PT who really listens and invests herself in her patients success.

Experiencia fantástica: My time in physical therapy with Dr. Lara Johnson has transformed how I experience my body and allowed me to run, bike, hike and dance again pain free. I have had a repetitive high hamstring injury that has flared up annually since having my kids. I have seen several PT's previously over the past 3 years for this issue, but found my symptoms continued recurring. Dr. Johnson truly approaches her work from a holistic viewpoint that I have not experienced with previous PT''s, in order to get to the root cause of her patients' symptoms. Her work started with focusing on my nervous system in order to get my dysfunctional muscles to start to function again. I was amazed to discover that tightness in my psoas muscle was a major contributor to my hamstring symptoms! Along the way she helped me uncover some emotional factors that were actually contributing to why this injury had continued to recur. As a result of this holistic approach I am now able to run/dance and hike again pain free! I highly recommend reaching out to her for a free initial phone consultation!

Experiencia fantástica: Dr. Lara Johnson is wonderful!! I am a Professional dancer out of NYC and found Dr. Lara because of a chronic back injury which inhibits my dancing and range of motion. By re-training the neuromuscular system (instead of just treating the injury and finding temporary relief) I have found a system which is working towards living a pain free future, not just the present moment. I have been able to see great improvements in my mobility in my spine as well as diminished overall pain in dance class! I am now back on tour with a Broadway show and am so thankful! The icing and stretching techniques are imperative in my success and I am so thankful to Dr. Lara for introducing them to me!! :)

Experiencia fantástica: Dr. Lara Johnson saved me. I was having so much pain in my gluteal muscles and in my lower back that I could barely walk. I was eating Advil around the clock and was miserable in every way. I am an extremely active 56-year old, a personal trainer, and an avid bike rider. I was overwhelmed and frightened by the pain I was experiencing, and in my physical limitations. Dr. Lara took care of me both emotionally and physically. Unlike most physical therapists, her approach is extremely holistic, as she finds the primary cause of your problem. She then explains what’s going on in your body. I have seen physical therapists before, and what they tend to do is focus on your specific complaint and treat that issue with standard exercises. Dr. Lara looks at ALL of the systems in your body. She taught me how the neurological system was working and started from there. I was skeptical, and yet after my first appointment, I was able to stop taking Advil. She also taught me how to embrace a new approach of healing, as my way of doing things (primarily focusing on the muscular system) was NOT working for me. She gave me protocols to follow that worked. She shed light not only on my physiological issues, but more importantly, on my own personal blind spots that were getting in my way. I am beyond grateful for her expertise, her passion for teaching, and for the time she spent connecting with me. If you want to heal your body the right way--from in the inside out, instead of getting a quick fix only to find yourself re-injured, please go and see Dr. Lara. She will heal you in every way.

Experiencia fantástica: I strongly recommend Dr. Lara Johnson, as a great athlete herself she knows the body mechanics, injury prevention and injury recovery.

Experiencia fantástica: I am 59 years old and I have been running for more than 40 years, and I have had my share of injuries and setbacks. One of my reoccurring and nagging injuries is a blown out calf muscle. Having visited many other PTs and healers over the years, it always takes at least 6-8 weeks to heal (with no running). It happened again for me recently. Dr. Lara Johnson recommended a new and different treatment, going after the root cause, and I was ready to run again in less than 2 weeks! The routine of running with my friends each week is among my most important and valuable experiences. Thank you Dr. Lara. I can’t begin to thank you enough! -Marty Kibiloski, 2:23:24 marathon PR

Experiencia fantástica: After seeing many doctors who could not diagnose my condition (pain in my groin area), on my first visit to Lara she was able to quickly determine what was wrong AND heal me after a handful of visits. It was so refreshing to feel like she cared about me as a person rather than just a body part that needed to be diagnosed and treated. Highly recommend!

Experiencia fantástica: Lara is amazing! I was dealing with serious ankle issues that caused me to drop out of a couple races. Instead of focusing specifically on my ankle, she took a macro approach that brought into consideration the "whole body" elements leading to the issue. It also helps that she's an athlete! Thank you, Lara!

Experiencia fantástica: Best physical Therapist in Boulder. I came in for neck pain and shoulder pain and what Lara said made sense to me as to how to heal the problem rather than just treating symptoms. How she explained it was such an eye opener and she helped me see that this problem really has been there a long time and where it came from. I have tried a lot of other modalities, however nothing nailed quite like Lara did. I have been doing what she said and feeling a huge difference. I highly recommend her.

Experiencia fantástica: I came to Lara 6 years after an accident seriously injured my spine. She used modalities that were new for me and she helped me to get out of pain. She said, "this is what helps athletes". I am by no means an athlete, but the regime she used for me helped to shut down my pain. I am forever grateful for what Lara taught me and highly recommend her.

Experiencia fantástica: Dr. Johnson is really detailed oriented with great comprehensive knowledge of how the body should work and how to find the root cause of the problem....instead of treating symptoms. As a high performance Athlete, finding the problem and creating a prevention plan to stay healthy is essential.

Experiencia fantástica: Dr Lara has been absolutely amazing helping me to manage my sciatic back & leg pain. Her approach has has been invaluable in helping me to avoid more invasive and expensive procedures suggested by other care givers.

Experiencia fantástica: I’ve suffered lower back pain for over 10 years. With Dr Lara’s unique approach I have been pain free and able to run and bike again.

Experiencia fantástica: I experienced the best results w Lara. I’ve been an avid runner for over 15 years. In one session she was able to pin point exactly what was going on with an injury and I left feeling amazing. She educated me in biomechanics and gave me specifics to do at home. I was able to run the next day. I’ve seen many people throughout the years... This girl knows her stuff. Well Done, Lara- my miracle worker!

Experiencia fantástica: Lara helped release my psoas muscle on the front of my torso and taught me some exercises and icing protocols which made a huge difference with my back pain. She helped my husband a great deal too. I would highly recommend her!