Julia Bruneau, PT, DPT, PMA-CPT
Specialization: Pilates, Geriatrics, Balance, Fall Prevention, General Orthopedics, Exercise for the Aging Adult, Dementia
Julia Bruneau graduated with her BA in Biology from the University of Virginia in 2002 and with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Virginia Commonwealth University’s Medical College Campus in 2005. Following graduation, she returned to Charlottesville beginning her career in the outpatient clinic setting gaining experience in orthopedic and neurologic conditions across the age spectrum, from 4 years to 97 years. In 2007, Julia transitioned to facility based geriatric care in multiple settings including independent living, assisted living, nursing and skilled nursing care facilities, expanding her experience with medically complex, post operative, neurologic, orthopedic, fall prevention and intervention, and the general deconditioned older adult. She also gained extensive experience with treating patients with dementia and coordinating their care with family members and caregivers to optimize function and quality of life.
In 2008, Julia also began her Pilates Certification training through PHI, culminating in receiving her Pilates Method Alliance Certified Pilates Teacher certificate after a comprehensive exam and more than 450 hours of study and teaching hours. She has enjoyed teaching studio based Pilates classes in the community, as well as bringing Pilates principles and exercises to her patients to provide a more holistic approach to their care. Working with patients one on one to provide individualized and holistic exercise programs and education is her top priority. Julia has now joined Physical Therapy at ACAC to provide outpatient physical therapy in the right place at the right time - be it the patient’s home or traditional clinic setting - with the ability to move between both settings seamlessly.
When not at work, Julia enjoys spending time with her husband and 3 children in any outdoor setting, hiking, reading and working on an endless list of DIY projects around their home.
email: juliab@acacpt.com