Dr. Stella is truly amazing!! One of the best PT's in the Warren/Watchung area and one of the kindest people you'll ever meet. HIGHLY recommend!

I highly recommend Stella and Soma Vita! I have had issues with TMJ and my jaw clicking for years and she has helped me tremendously in just a few sessions. I always look forward to my appointments!

Dr. Stella is such a breath of fresh air! She is so knowledgeable, caring and personable! You can tell she cares & loves what she does. She takes her time to explain things to her clients & is very encouraging. I'm learning so much & I look forward to my sessions with her!! So happy I found her! Definitely recommend. Office is clean & relaxing, as well.

Working with Stella has been transformational, her holistic approach is so important and underutilized by other rehab professionals. I am so lucky to have found Soma Vita PT during my post-partum, I am feeling so much more in control of my body as a result of working with Stella over the past few months. 10/10 would recommend for any physical therapy needs!

Stella is the absolute best physical therapist out there. She is passionate about what she does and it shows in her practice. She has the warmest personality and makes you feel comfortable. Her office is clean and welcoming, and as a bonus, there are always treats by the door for you to have a little “reward” on your way out! I never feel rushed and Stella always takes the time to explain what sh... More

Stella is the absolute best physical therapist out there. She is passionate about what she does and it shows in her practice. She has the warmest personality and makes you feel comfortable. Her office is clean and welcoming, and as a bonus, there are always treats by the door for you to have a little “reward” on your way out! I never feel rushed and Stella always takes the time to explain what she is doing and why, always seeking consent and collaborating with you. This is very important to me, so that I’m tuned into my treatment plan and always know what to expect. I first reached out to Stella a few months postpartum due to back, hip, and pelvic pain. I was previously seeing a chiropractor, but I wasn’t noticing any improvement. After just one visit, I got significant relief and now, 2 months in, I feel stronger and I know I’m on my way to feeling like myself again ( and better!). If you’re looking for one on one care and a PT who is dedicated to helping you, Stella is the one. Less

I really enjoyed my experience working with Stella. My primary concern was weakness in my core, which had been affecting my daily life and limiting my activities, in addition to a recent shoulder injury. Stella developed a personalized treatment plan that was both comprehensive and effective. Her deep understanding of anatomy and injury mechanics specific to women was evident as she tailored exer... More

I really enjoyed my experience working with Stella. My primary concern was weakness in my core, which had been affecting my daily life and limiting my activities, in addition to a recent shoulder injury. Stella developed a personalized treatment plan that was both comprehensive and effective. Her deep understanding of anatomy and injury mechanics specific to women was evident as she tailored exercises to address my needs. Stella’s personalized approach, patience and clear instructions made a significant difference in my recovery and overall well-being. I feel much stronger and more confident in engaging in exercise routines without the fear of hurting myself. I’m grateful for Stella’s expertise and would highly recommend her to anyone looking to improve their physical health and live pain-free! Less

n New Jersey, there are only five Certified Functional Manual Therapists (CFMT), and Dr. Stella is one of them. To become a CFMT, a post-doctoral specialist must undergo an additional five years of training beyond their physical therapy doctorate. This advanced certification speaks volumes about her expertise and dedication. One of the most notable aspects of Dr. Stella's practice is her commitm... More

n New Jersey, there are only five Certified Functional Manual Therapists (CFMT), and Dr. Stella is one of them. To become a CFMT, a post-doctoral specialist must undergo an additional five years of training beyond their physical therapy doctorate. This advanced certification speaks volumes about her expertise and dedication. One of the most notable aspects of Dr. Stella's practice is her commitment to providing personalized care. Each session with her lasts a full hour—yes, you read that right. This is not just a standard appointment but a comprehensive, one-on-one experience. Dr. Stella combines her therapeutic techniques with hands-on treatment and closely supervised exercise, ensuring that each patient receives her full attention and the highest quality of care. Before working with Dr. Stella, I struggled with significant limitations in my arm, neck, and shoulder movement. Her unwavering dedication and skill have made a remarkable difference in my condition. Her approach is both thorough and transformative, and I am now experiencing much-improved mobility and comfort. I am not affiliated with Dr. Stella, nor have I been compensated for this review. My recommendation is based purely on my personal experience and the outstanding care I received. If you are seeking top-tier physical therapy and a therapist who truly invests in your recovery, Dr. Stella is a standout choice. Less

Prior to starting physical therapy with Dr Stella, I was experiencing frequent neck pain and also pelvic floor dysfunction. With Dr Stella’s expertise, both of these issues have since resolved. Most recently, I received prenatal physical therapy from Dr Stella and will be going to her for postpartum care. As a physical therapist myself, I wanted to find a PT who is a master in their craft, treat... More

Prior to starting physical therapy with Dr Stella, I was experiencing frequent neck pain and also pelvic floor dysfunction. With Dr Stella’s expertise, both of these issues have since resolved. Most recently, I received prenatal physical therapy from Dr Stella and will be going to her for postpartum care. As a physical therapist myself, I wanted to find a PT who is a master in their craft, treats each patient holistically, considers the whole body in their plan of care, and is fluent in women’s health care. She provides her clients with her full attention throughout the duration of the session, which is extremely rare in the outpatient orthopedic setting. Dr Stella’s extensive experience, training, and manual therapy/ diagnostic skills allow her to provide quality and patient specific care. I have seen progress and improvement with every session. Dr Stella is caring, compassionate, and personable; she provides a truly therapeutic presence which was especially necessary when I was struggling with infertility. I admire how passionate Dr Stella is to educate and empower women to meet their movement goals and function without restrictions. She genuinely cares and is generous with her time and resources. I cannot recommend her enough as she has significantly changed my life. Less

Dr Stella is absolutely amazing!!! She genuinely cares for her patients, is easy to talk to and very dedicated to helping her clients. After completing her 16 week program for Pelvic Floor Dysfunction / Interstitial Cystitis my symptoms have improved significantly! I now have the knowledge and proper exercises to manage my symptoms, her program has been life changing for me. She is the absolute... More

Dr Stella is absolutely amazing!!! She genuinely cares for her patients, is easy to talk to and very dedicated to helping her clients. After completing her 16 week program for Pelvic Floor Dysfunction / Interstitial Cystitis my symptoms have improved significantly! I now have the knowledge and proper exercises to manage my symptoms, her program has been life changing for me. She is the absolute best at what she does and I am truly thankful to have found her! Less

Without a doubt my go to physical therapy practice! If you want one on one, exceptional personalized care then this is your place! In addition to Stella being knowledgeable in her field she is also effective in her techniques and really empowers her patients to work towards and sustain long term progress.

Dr. Stella is truly amazing - she’s knowledgeable and passionate about what she does and takes the time to explain each exercise. I also loved her honesty upfront and how she didn’t sell me more sessions than I need- she’s truly invested in wanting you to feel better. I felt a significant change after my 1st session! I’m so glad I found Dr. Stella and went to her - she has changed my life (I d... More

Dr. Stella is truly amazing - she’s knowledgeable and passionate about what she does and takes the time to explain each exercise. I also loved her honesty upfront and how she didn’t sell me more sessions than I need- she’s truly invested in wanting you to feel better. I felt a significant change after my 1st session! I’m so glad I found Dr. Stella and went to her - she has changed my life (I do not say that lightly). I highly recommend her. Less

I have had a wonderful experience working with Stella. I found her after being frustrated with my experience at a PT “chain”. In contrast, Stella took the time to thoroughly assess my condition, listen to my concerns, and tailor a treatment plan that was both effective and achievable. I highly recommend Stella to anyone seeking a dedicated and empathetic physical therapist. She truly goes above a... More

I have had a wonderful experience working with Stella. I found her after being frustrated with my experience at a PT “chain”. In contrast, Stella took the time to thoroughly assess my condition, listen to my concerns, and tailor a treatment plan that was both effective and achievable. I highly recommend Stella to anyone seeking a dedicated and empathetic physical therapist. She truly goes above and beyond to ensure the best outcomes for her patients. Less

thorough, considerate, accurate. very helpful.

Dr. Stella is amazing! She really listens, she explains everything in a way anyone can understand, and best of all, she actually does what she sets out to do! My last session is next week, but I feel like I"m already 100% better. If you have any doubts, just go ahead and do the consultation—you will walk out of there thoroughly impressed. I HIGHLY recommend her.

Stella is so knowledgeable, professional and amazing at what she does and helping you to understand and she goes along. You can tell this is her passion! I'm halfway through my sessions and I'm learning so much and can really see the benefit!!

Dr. Stella is wonderful. It's nice to finally have a provider who is knowledgeable and passionate. I can see how invested she is not only in me as a patient but also, in the latest research and I love that we nerd out of information. I am the type of person to want to know the reasoning behind things and she explains it multiple times so that I can understand (and in turn remember each movement a... More

Dr. Stella is wonderful. It's nice to finally have a provider who is knowledgeable and passionate. I can see how invested she is not only in me as a patient but also, in the latest research and I love that we nerd out of information. I am the type of person to want to know the reasoning behind things and she explains it multiple times so that I can understand (and in turn remember each movement and what it is supposed to improve). Truly has been a pleasure working with her & I hope to continue to improve! Thanks Stella! Less

Dr. Stella Dimitrakakis is amazing! Very knowledgeable in various aspects of PT and manual manipulation. She helped me with a hip injury that was becoming more and more debilitating. The office visits always focused on my hip but would expand out each visit to other troublesome areas. Felt great coming out of every office visit but then she also gives you the tools and knowledge to keep making ... More

Dr. Stella Dimitrakakis is amazing! Very knowledgeable in various aspects of PT and manual manipulation. She helped me with a hip injury that was becoming more and more debilitating. The office visits always focused on my hip but would expand out each visit to other troublesome areas. Felt great coming out of every office visit but then she also gives you the tools and knowledge to keep making improvements on your own. She also provided her recommendations through an app where you can easily see videos and descriptions of the exercises while not in the office. The office communication from the first time I called and throughout my treatment was great. Less

Stella is kind, caring, and an excellent listener. She is knowledgeable and keeps up to date with newest practices. I'm still in the middle of treatment, but my symptoms are improving. She is wonderful!

I highly recommend Stella without hesitation. She has helped my pelvic floor tremendously. I had many issues and with her technique, guidance and at-home exercises I have improved greatly. She's very professional, so knowledgeable and makes you feel so comfortable. I'm so happy to be her client. Pelvic physical therapy changed my life!

Stella is amazing, i’ve only seen Stella for a short amount of time for my tmj and I’ve already been feeling and seeing amazing progress!

After a long break from fitness and also a pregnancy, returning to exercise did not go as smoothly as I’d hoped. Stella quickly helped identify my areas of weakness and identify why I was having pain. She greatly improved my pain within just a couple sessions. I am so thankful to have found Stella before my pain caused an injury. Can’t recommend her enough!

Stella helped me so much with recovering from my first C-Section and adjusting to the physical changes that come with having a baby. I went to her originally for pelvic floor PT and to help with my diastasis recti and she ended up doing so much more to help me feel better. When I started my sessions I was having back and shoulder pain from carrying and holding my baby. Even though my baby has gai... More

Stella helped me so much with recovering from my first C-Section and adjusting to the physical changes that come with having a baby. I went to her originally for pelvic floor PT and to help with my diastasis recti and she ended up doing so much more to help me feel better. When I started my sessions I was having back and shoulder pain from carrying and holding my baby. Even though my baby has gained over 5 pounds since I started seeing her my back and shoulder pain is gone. Making the time to do the exercises at home was hard at first but I started having my son watch me in tummy time while I was doing them and he loves it! Overall, I would recommend Soma Vita to anyone who has been cleared for exercise after giving birth and I would see her again if I decide to have another baby. Less

Dr. Stella was instrumental in helping me get over the pain caused from TMJ. She is very easy to work with and is not shy about getting into my mouth to massage/loosen all the muscles. When I first started, I had limited range of motion. I had trouble opening wide enough for the dentist to clean my back teeth and had slipping and pain while chewing. I am so much better now and was able to get thr... More

Dr. Stella was instrumental in helping me get over the pain caused from TMJ. She is very easy to work with and is not shy about getting into my mouth to massage/loosen all the muscles. When I first started, I had limited range of motion. I had trouble opening wide enough for the dentist to clean my back teeth and had slipping and pain while chewing. I am so much better now and was able to get through dental x-rays, a cleaning, and even through a filling during my last dental visit without fatigue. Dr. Stella not only worked on my mouth but also on my neck, shoulders, and back. She pointed out my weaker muscles that needed exercise, made me more aware of my posture and even my sleep positioning. She gave me helpful exercises and stretches to keep the TMJ away. She is easy to talk to and very considerate of her patients. Less

Dr. Dimitrikakis is a phenomenal physical therapist. I have been to several PTs in the past and my condition remained stagnant. I am currently on my 8th session with Dr. Dimitrikakis and my hip and knee pain has decreased exponentially. She was able to identify the root cause of my pain and work with me to strengthen the necessary muscles. My pelvic floor has never felt better! I am looking forwa... More

Dr. Dimitrikakis is a phenomenal physical therapist. I have been to several PTs in the past and my condition remained stagnant. I am currently on my 8th session with Dr. Dimitrikakis and my hip and knee pain has decreased exponentially. She was able to identify the root cause of my pain and work with me to strengthen the necessary muscles. My pelvic floor has never felt better! I am looking forward to my future sessions! Less

Dr. Stella is an incredible PT! Her years of advanced training have certainly prepared her to provide exceptional treatment to her patients! Would recommend her to anyone!

My pain and discomfort are relieved and I appreciate the time spent with me to help remedy my TMJ

Stella was amazing to work with. She truly helped to alleviate what brought me in to first be evaluated and provided support, guidance, and information to help me to change my lifestyle and routines to help me to maintain the progress I made within my sessions with her, not just the ailment that I was referred for. I am extremely grateful for her help and expertise in assisting me with transfor... More

Stella was amazing to work with. She truly helped to alleviate what brought me in to first be evaluated and provided support, guidance, and information to help me to change my lifestyle and routines to help me to maintain the progress I made within my sessions with her, not just the ailment that I was referred for. I am extremely grateful for her help and expertise in assisting me with transforming my approaches at a time when I wasn’t sure what the best next step was in my health journey. Stella’s focus on the whole body and person centered focus and her vast knowledge and personable demeanor made for a very pleasant experience during our weekly sessions. I highly recommend evaluation and treatment with Stella and I will absolutely come back to see her for any changes in my condition and/or for maintenance sessions in the future I can’t thank you enough Stella for the wonderful work that you do! Cathy B Less

Stella is a wizard of healing. She is amazing in every way and couldn't be recommended higher!

Stella is amazing for pelvic floor therapy! After just a few sessions I have felt a significant improvement with my recovery postpartum. She has also helped me relearn proper form for exercise moving forward. She was able to help me access movement I have never been capable of doing before, even ones I thought I was doing correctly! I am learning so much and improving with every class.

I was suffering from a low abdominal pain among other symptoms for about two years after having my baby and felt discouraged as doctors would dismiss me. I had an initial consultation with Dr. Stella and immediately felt validated. She did a throughout evaluation and showed me all the issues that were contributing to my pain and my other symptoms. I felt a sense of relief that I was almost in tea... More

I was suffering from a low abdominal pain among other symptoms for about two years after having my baby and felt discouraged as doctors would dismiss me. I had an initial consultation with Dr. Stella and immediately felt validated. She did a throughout evaluation and showed me all the issues that were contributing to my pain and my other symptoms. I felt a sense of relief that I was almost in tears. I paid for 10 appointments and they were worth every penny and then some. Dr. Stella is not only an expert in her field, but her care and bedside manner are impecable. You can tell she wants your to feel and do better and she teaches you and gives you the tools needed to keep improving and be successful in whatever your health goals are. I enjoyed our visits so much I was not ready to say good bye after our 10th visit. I feel good and I am doing so much better but since I have been lifting weights and deal with other issues I booked monthly visits with her post our initial 10 visit package because she’s that amazing. Such a great investment! - Thank you Stella! Less

I would highly recommend Stella, she is knowledgeable and really tries to address your core issue! She is passionate about her work and it show in how she treats her clients!

I highly recommend Dr. Stella & Soma Vita Physio & Wellness! Dr. Stella is an amazing FMT certified Physical Therapist. I have been dealing with bilateral knee and ankle pain for years. I'm usually functional during the day to perform my daily work duties (standing/walking activities), but at night, my pain would keep me from getting any sleep due to throbbing pain behind my legs. I have sough... More

I highly recommend Dr. Stella & Soma Vita Physio & Wellness! Dr. Stella is an amazing FMT certified Physical Therapist. I have been dealing with bilateral knee and ankle pain for years. I'm usually functional during the day to perform my daily work duties (standing/walking activities), but at night, my pain would keep me from getting any sleep due to throbbing pain behind my legs. I have sought out care from traditional PT to orthopedic doctors and podiatrists and they have given me short-term and minimal relief. Doctor Stella was able help me find the root cause of my pain and was able to help me fix my knee and ankle issues after receiving my very first visit. During my initial evaluation, Dr. Stella assessed my whole posture, gait, and provided me skillful manual therapy and exercises. I'm so happy with immediate progress made and it has been a month since my first visit and my knees and ankles feel 100% already! 🙌 Less

I paid for a 10 week session and it was worth every penny! Stella cares for her patients and really knows what she’s doing. In all of my years dealing with back pain as a dancer, she is the first medical professional who really listened to what I was saying and was able to figure out the root of my problem, which in turn, put me on the right path to proper treatment. Other PTs and Chiropractors t... More

I paid for a 10 week session and it was worth every penny! Stella cares for her patients and really knows what she’s doing. In all of my years dealing with back pain as a dancer, she is the first medical professional who really listened to what I was saying and was able to figure out the root of my problem, which in turn, put me on the right path to proper treatment. Other PTs and Chiropractors that I’ve been to never nailed exactly what was wrong. They’d just crack me, or give me some stretches and send me on my way. Stella treated me to the point where I was seeing progress each week. Aside from helping me with my pain management, she helped me postpartum, with pelvic floor therapy. Who knew after being on this earth for 42 years, I was breathing incorrectly? Stella helped by giving me daily exercises to strengthen my pelvic floor, activate my deep core and alieviate any pressure on my back from past overcompensation and incorrect posture. Her patience and kind demeanor made me look forward to each week and I’m so happy with the progress I’ve made. I recommend her highly! Less

Stella is a wonderful Physical Therapist with a keen eye for determining and sorting out the root cause of your movement problem. She spends a whole hour with her patients one to one and is focused on restoring her patient to their personal function. Her manual and orthopedic skills are wonderful and I recommend her to my family and friends.

I was so fortunate to cross paths with Stella and start seeing her for my pelvic floor PT. I was worried about starting pelvic floor PT because I didn't know what to expect, and it is something I always felt was taboo/embarrassing to discuss. However, Stella helped to dispel any of those thoughts, and she has been tremendously helpful in making my life more comfortable! She is very considerate, t... More

I was so fortunate to cross paths with Stella and start seeing her for my pelvic floor PT. I was worried about starting pelvic floor PT because I didn't know what to expect, and it is something I always felt was taboo/embarrassing to discuss. However, Stella helped to dispel any of those thoughts, and she has been tremendously helpful in making my life more comfortable! She is very considerate, thorough, and professional. She really took the time to listen to my concerns, and worked endlessly with me at every session to help me. She is very enthusiastic about her work, enjoys teaching, and wants to see her patients succeed. I would highly recommend Stella to anyone looking for PT services, pelvic floor or otherwise! Less

I highly recommend Dr. Dimitrakakis. She’s incredibly knowledgeable and professional. It’s truly impressive how much she knows about the body and puts it so easily into practice. She has a great bedside manner as well and actively listens to you. In two months of working with her, I’m feeling much better and making great progress. I’m so happy I decided to work with her!

Dr. Stella makes me feel better every time I see her. I did a 10-visit program where she first diagnosed my neck and shoulder pain. In the sessions, did range of motion assessments, massage and other therapeutic practices. She showed me how to perform each exercise I would need to do daily to gain strength and flexibility. And she sent me the entire program through the PT app. Dr. Stella was alw... More

Dr. Stella makes me feel better every time I see her. I did a 10-visit program where she first diagnosed my neck and shoulder pain. In the sessions, did range of motion assessments, massage and other therapeutic practices. She showed me how to perform each exercise I would need to do daily to gain strength and flexibility. And she sent me the entire program through the PT app. Dr. Stella was always pleasant and she is such a positive person. She gives me ideas for living a more pain- free life, such as how to position my head, shoulders and neck when doing daily tasks such as walking my strong willed dog, working on the computer, or driving. I highly recommend her and Soma Vita. I will continue to see her once a month! Less

Dr Stella is very knowledgeable , very compassionate and very professional in her treatment of her clients. Her PT work and training is of very high caliber and she is wonderful to work with on a one-on-one basis. I highly recommend Dr Stella's Soma Vita Physio and Wellness!

Stella is the most amazing physical therapist you will ever meet. Not only is she passionate but incredibly knowledgeable. When I reached out to her I was experiencing some incontinence (I’m only 32) and lots of pelvic and lower back pain. She worked with me to release muscles that I didn’t even know had a role in that pain and she taught me how to sit and stand better. Who knew there was a corr... More

Stella is the most amazing physical therapist you will ever meet. Not only is she passionate but incredibly knowledgeable. When I reached out to her I was experiencing some incontinence (I’m only 32) and lots of pelvic and lower back pain. She worked with me to release muscles that I didn’t even know had a role in that pain and she taught me how to sit and stand better. Who knew there was a correct way to sit? She really made a difference in my life and I recommend her to any woman experiencing pelvic discomfort. No it is not normal to pee every time you sneeze or laugh, even if you had a kid. She can help you fix that! Less

I was diagnosed with a disabling rare bone cancer and no pt could properly help me post surgeries. Stella has reintroduced me to my body and makes me feel safe learning how to correctly move again. She is compassionate, intuitive and her knowledge is exceptional!

Stella is amazing. She is thorough, kind, diligent and makes you feel very comfortable. I was hesitant and nervous and the second she sent me my welcome video (wow, talk about being personal and making me feel good about my decision) I felt she was the right fit. I went for postpartum core and pelvic floor issues. She's wonderful. Highly recommend!

Stella is a LIFESAVER! She has relieved me of the pain that I’ve been riddled with for 18 years. She is such a joy to work with and is so helpful & accommodating. You can tell her heart is truly in her work and her top priority is her patient’s well-being.

I would highly recommend Soma Vita Physio & Wellness. I came across an add on Instagram that captured my attention. As a postpartum mom of two, I had been dealing with muscle imbalances which were causing knee pain as well as pelvic floor issues. I had developed improper movement patterns during pregnancy which were causing more harm then good. On the first visit, Stella completed a full, compre... More

I would highly recommend Soma Vita Physio & Wellness. I came across an add on Instagram that captured my attention. As a postpartum mom of two, I had been dealing with muscle imbalances which were causing knee pain as well as pelvic floor issues. I had developed improper movement patterns during pregnancy which were causing more harm then good. On the first visit, Stella completed a full, comprehensive assessment and started to put together a treatment plan. After only a few visits (+at home exercises) I have made tremendous improvements. I now know the cause of my knee pain and it’s completely subsided due to the exercises and treatment prescribed by Stella. I’ve also relearned how to properly relax and engage my pelvic floor which has made my gym workouts more enjoyable and effective. Stella made me feel comfortable from day one and I only wish I had found her sooner. Less

I woke up several months ago with terrible pain in my right jaw. The pain kept me awake at night and I could not chew soft or hard food. I went to my regular dentist, but he was stumped. He recommended I see a specialist, so I did. She believed I was suffering from TMJ and suggested a few things I could do to help the problem. I opted to go to a Physical Therapist. That is how I met Dr. Stella, w... More

I woke up several months ago with terrible pain in my right jaw. The pain kept me awake at night and I could not chew soft or hard food. I went to my regular dentist, but he was stumped. He recommended I see a specialist, so I did. She believed I was suffering from TMJ and suggested a few things I could do to help the problem. I opted to go to a Physical Therapist. That is how I met Dr. Stella, who worked her magic. Just by Dr. Stella's techniques I have no more pain, can eat anything I want to and needed no invasive procedures. Less

Stella has been helping me with my shoulder issue and my son with his running related issues. She has been great, always punctual, accommodating. She is very knowledgeable and she is very good at sharing all she knows with us, and helping us understand why she gets do what we do and what the issues are. She is also a very friendly and a nice person to be around. I highly recommend her.

I started seeing Dr. Stella in April ’23. I have struggled with TMJD, head and neck pain for 20+ years. I would see PTs, some specializing in TMJD, and would get relief but eventually the pain would come back. Dr. Stella is the first PT I have seen that has ever focused on the root of the problem. She knows more about TMJD than my dentist does! My condition is chronic so I don't expect to be 10... More

I started seeing Dr. Stella in April ’23. I have struggled with TMJD, head and neck pain for 20+ years. I would see PTs, some specializing in TMJD, and would get relief but eventually the pain would come back. Dr. Stella is the first PT I have seen that has ever focused on the root of the problem. She knows more about TMJD than my dentist does! My condition is chronic so I don't expect to be 100% symptom free. But I can say I have less frequent and less severe flares while in maintenance phase (once ev. 4-6 weeks) with Dr. Stella vs. results I've acheived going to traditional PT 3 times a week. Dr. Stella also has an amazing wealth of knowledge & techniques. She has used traditional exercise/strengthening based PT along with specialized hands-on manipulation/massage. I am always amazed with how much releif I get from some of the non-traditional techniques. She is also generous with her knowledge and techniques, teaching me tools I can use at home for pain relief between visits. Dr. Stella is down to earth, friendly and caring. I am grateful for finding her on my journey to feeling better. Less

Stella has been a life-saver in finding my strength and self-confidence again. After an emergency c-section I thought my body would never work right again. Stella's patience and knowledge is deep and wide. We set goals and she has been integral in meeting each one, including running again without pain. 12/10 recommend to all post-partum mom's

Dr. Stella is truly incredible! I decided to start seeing her about a year after I had my second baby and really I wish I started during my pregnancies. She has taught me so much about my body, both through regular PT work and pelvic floor therapy. If you're struggling at all during pregnancy or post partum, I recommend meeting with her!

If you are looking for a PT to help with pelvic floor issues or anything of the sort, look no further! Stella was absolutely amazing in making me feel comfortable at every appointment and explaining everything so thoroughly. Before my therapy I couldn’t do certain jumping exercises but now I am able to do so without issues. She also made sure that I would have a plan for home after therapy was ov... More

If you are looking for a PT to help with pelvic floor issues or anything of the sort, look no further! Stella was absolutely amazing in making me feel comfortable at every appointment and explaining everything so thoroughly. Before my therapy I couldn’t do certain jumping exercises but now I am able to do so without issues. She also made sure that I would have a plan for home after therapy was over. I would absolutely recommend her to everyone!! Less

I have been struggling with shoulder, neck and back pain since I was in high school. My shoulders and hips are not aligned, posture has been horrendous, and range of motion was so constricted. I’ve tried countless massages, acupuncture, other physical therapy exercises, medication, etc. nothing alleviated my pain and numbness for any length of time. I saw an ad for Soma Vita and liked the message... More

I have been struggling with shoulder, neck and back pain since I was in high school. My shoulders and hips are not aligned, posture has been horrendous, and range of motion was so constricted. I’ve tried countless massages, acupuncture, other physical therapy exercises, medication, etc. nothing alleviated my pain and numbness for any length of time. I saw an ad for Soma Vita and liked the message, made an inquiry, and was responded to almost immediately- I loved the passion and determination she had to be able to help me. I am utterly impressed with the trainings, knowledge, skills and practice Stella has. Between the muscle work, stretches, and exercises both there and for home- I am finally gaining relief!! I can feel the difference! She is warm, caring and very good at what she does. She is helping me with my sleep; sitting, standing and walking positioning- I am so much more aware of what I’ve been doing wrong for years! She works on muscles no one else even mentioned are important, and can answer all the questions I have. She’s been super supportive since our first visit. It’s been a few months that we’ve been working together and I wouldn’t give this up for anything! I am very grateful for how she is helping me. I recommend her without hesitation. Stella is definitely the best physical therapist I have ever come across and I look forward to every visit! Less

I came to Soma Vita half way through a pregnancy, feeling very discouraged by pelvic pain that had been plaguing me for a few weeks. I worried that I would be unable to maintain any kind of physical activity for the duration of the pregnancy (forget exercise - I needed to be able to comfortably walk, take care of my kids, and otherwise manage day to day life). Immediately, Stella was able to iden... More

I came to Soma Vita half way through a pregnancy, feeling very discouraged by pelvic pain that had been plaguing me for a few weeks. I worried that I would be unable to maintain any kind of physical activity for the duration of the pregnancy (forget exercise - I needed to be able to comfortably walk, take care of my kids, and otherwise manage day to day life). Immediately, Stella was able to identify the problem and address the areas at issue. With regular sessions, she both worked out the problem areas and strengthened adjacent/otherwise related areas. I continued on through the pregnancy to address any other aches and pains that arose. I am so grateful to have had such a competent and dedicated practitioner to address these issues and keep me comfortably mobile through my pregnancy. This was hands down the best thing I did for myself this pregnancy. I look forward to continuing with Stella postpartum to return to a regular exercise routine. Less

Stella has been a life-saver in finding my strength and self-confidence again. After an emergency c-section I thought my body would never work right again. Stella's patience and knowledge is deep and wide. We set goals and she has been integral in meeting each one, including running again without pain. 12/10 recommend to all post-partum mom's

I was dealing with a hip injury that I had for 4 months without any improvement in my symptoms. I was frustrated until I visited Soma Vita Physio & Wellness-Watchung. They listened to my story, quickly realized the issues I was dealing with, and created a plan to help me. After the first session, I already felt so much better, and I could really see the possibilities for healing my injury and i... More

I was dealing with a hip injury that I had for 4 months without any improvement in my symptoms. I was frustrated until I visited Soma Vita Physio & Wellness-Watchung. They listened to my story, quickly realized the issues I was dealing with, and created a plan to help me. After the first session, I already felt so much better, and I could really see the possibilities for healing my injury and improving the injured area. The therapist's expertise and understanding of how to properly heal my injury has made a world of difference for me. I am so thankful. I have a plan and hope that I will be able to heal. If you are serious about physical therapy, you can be confident that you will have success and satisfaction visiting Soma Vita Physio & Wellness-Watchung. Less

Stella is a miracle worker. I came to Stella 6 months postpartum very discouraged. Prior to having my baby I was an avid runner and did yoga 4 times a week. During labor I herniated a disc in my back and developed really bad sciatica. I worked with a physical therapist for 6 months with a little improvement, but not much. I could not exercise or do simple work around the house or care for my... More

Stella is a miracle worker. I came to Stella 6 months postpartum very discouraged. Prior to having my baby I was an avid runner and did yoga 4 times a week. During labor I herniated a disc in my back and developed really bad sciatica. I worked with a physical therapist for 6 months with a little improvement, but not much. I could not exercise or do simple work around the house or care for my baby without sciatica, and pain in my back hips and legs. I was desperate for help and luckily I found Stella. I told her my goals to be able to take care of my baby and also be able to run and workout again. And she assured me those were completely attainable. Not only did she develop a personalized plan for me and help me achieve my goal, but she also was able to make me stronger and hopeful that I could get back to my usual self. In addition, she teaches you how to prevent additional injuries and also gives you the tools to know what to do if pain resurfaces. She is extremely great at what she does, and so kind and fun and caring. I can now take care of my baby with ease and have started running again. I don’t know what I would’ve done without her. Less

Working with Stella is the best decision I've made post-partum. I felt my upper and lower body were disconnected and suffered pains in various parts of my body after giving birth and breastfeeding for two months. I went for chiro after my first baby but wanted something more comprehensive this time. I stumbled upon Stella's practice in a mom forum. She helped me understand my issues and developed... More

Working with Stella is the best decision I've made post-partum. I felt my upper and lower body were disconnected and suffered pains in various parts of my body after giving birth and breastfeeding for two months. I went for chiro after my first baby but wanted something more comprehensive this time. I stumbled upon Stella's practice in a mom forum. She helped me understand my issues and developed therapies, a total of seven sessions, including soft tissue relaxation and exercises to help me become stronger and more mobile. It's a liberating experience and absolutely worth it. Stella is knowledgeable, professional, and caring. I love her as a healer and friend. Less

Stella's technique is not cookie cutter. There are literally 5 physical therapists in the state of NJ who specialize in Functional Manual Therapy; Stella is one. I had hurt my lower back and after just one visit with her, I felt better immediately. She mindfully takes the time to address, not just the injury/issue, she goes beyond and finds the root. Stella is so in-tune, she can pick up past inj... More

Stella's technique is not cookie cutter. There are literally 5 physical therapists in the state of NJ who specialize in Functional Manual Therapy; Stella is one. I had hurt my lower back and after just one visit with her, I felt better immediately. She mindfully takes the time to address, not just the injury/issue, she goes beyond and finds the root. Stella is so in-tune, she can pick up past injuries without even being told; therefore, alleviating the old "problem" and resolving any residual and/or current pain. I have gone to regular physical therapists for years and until setting foot in a Functional Manual Therapist's office, I can truly say that their care supersedes the basic physical therapy that is in place in our healthcare system today. Very skilled and in-depth, I highly recommend working with Stella. Less

Stella was amazing! Her manual skills were excellent and the treatment was personalized specifically to me. I feel so much better after 1 visit! I highly recommend her!

I met Stella on February 19, 2016, for physical therapy on my right elbow. Greeted with a warm friendly smile. Next an evaluation and care plan were done. The rest is really history. She has been my Physical Therapist up until now, December 20, 2022. She is AMAZING, CARING, EMPATHIC and the one I trust with my PT care. Her bed side manners are impeccable and very professional. She always makes su... More

I met Stella on February 19, 2016, for physical therapy on my right elbow. Greeted with a warm friendly smile. Next an evaluation and care plan were done. The rest is really history. She has been my Physical Therapist up until now, December 20, 2022. She is AMAZING, CARING, EMPATHIC and the one I trust with my PT care. Her bed side manners are impeccable and very professional. She always makes sure your posture and technique are correct, so you get the most benefit out of your physical therapy treatments. Know that she is always on your side and cheering you on. You are safe in the care that Stella provides. Less

If there were a ten-star rating, I would give it to PT Dimitrakasis. She worked continuously with excellent results, on my jaw and neck because of my TMJ issues. She was very dedicated on my wellbeing and me getting on the road to recovery...Love Her!!

Stella is a lifesaver. After having a baby I was having major hip issues and could barely walk. With Stella’s help I was able to feel better and get on my feet after a few sessions. She listens to your concerns and maps out the best possible treatment plan! Thanks again for helping this new mom get on her feet