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Forged Functional Therapy and Sports Massage

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Forged Functional Therapy and Sports Massage

We are a collaboration of practioners who desire to help people live a healthy life and enjoy the things they love.

We love to help people become pain-free and strive to give them tools to stay pain-free. Josh is a Knoxville native and enjoys spending time with his wife and 3 kids. He earned his Master’s degree in Exercise Physiology from the University of Tennessee and was trained in massage therapy at the Tennessee School of Therapeutic Massage. Josh is a Navy veteran who loves trail running, CrossFit, and any outdoor activities. Josh uses a full body approach to massage and mobility to help his clients feel their best. His goal is to address the root cause of pain and discomfort so that his clients can enjoy the activities they love. He has worked with athletes in the NFL, Elite CrossFit, UFC, and Olympians from different sports. While he loves working with athletes, he has a passion for helping people achieve their goals so that they can feel and move better without pain. Techniques used: Deep Tissue massage, Myofascial massage, Sports massage, Swedish massage, Dry Cupping, Active Isolated Stretching.

08/20/2025

🤰 Pregnancy doesn’t have to mean pain! 💆‍♀️

Our prenatal massage eases lower back & hip pain, swelling, and tension, all while keeping you safe and comfortable with a custom pregnancy bolster. Relax, restore, and feel your best every step of the way.

✨ Moms-to-be, you deserve this!

08/13/2025

Struggling with nausea, feeling full quickly, or heart palpitations — but not getting real answers?
It could be more than just “indigestion.”

A hiatal hernia happens when part of your stomach pushes up through your diaphragm. It's surprisingly common — and often missed — because doctors usually treat the symptoms, not the root cause.

That’s where NeuroKinetic Therapy (NKT) comes in.

At Forged Functional Therapy, we use NKT to assess and correct the imbalances that may be causing or contributing to a hiatal hernia — like diaphragm dysfunction, overactive abdominal muscles, or poor core stability.

✅ Address the problem at its source
✅ Improve breathing, digestion, and posture
✅ Get real, lasting relief

Don’t settle for a band-aid fix. Let’s get to the root.
📲 DM us or click the link in bio to book your session.

08/06/2025

15 years of low back and leg pain — gone.
This client had tried everything: stretches, exercises, even rest. Nothing worked.
Until we used NeuroKinetic Therapy (NKT) to take a deeper look at what was really going on.

Through testing, we found two key dysfunctions:

1️⃣ A disconnect between the right and left sides of the lower back — their body wasn’t coordinating across the spine the way it should.
2️⃣ A broken connection between the lat and glute, which are meant to work as a team to stabilize and support movement.

Once we identified and corrected those faulty patterns, the results were immediate:
👉 Pain-free after 15 years.

That’s the power of finding the root cause instead of chasing symptoms.

If you’re dealing with pain that won’t go away, it’s time to stop guessing.
📲 DM us or hit the link in bio — let’s find out what your body’s really trying to say.

07/30/2025

Meet Mariah! Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist | PRPC Certified
Mariah earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from South College (Knoxville) in 2020 after completing her B.S. in Rehabilitation Psychology at UW–Madison. She began in orthopedics but found her passion in pelvic health—and has been treating this specialty population since 2021.

Now PRPC certified and ICareBetter-approved for endometriosis care, Mariah also offers dry needling and treats a wide range of conditions, including:
🟣 Pelvic pain & sexual dysfunction
🟣 Incontinence & constipation
🟣 Prolapse, prenatal & postpartum recovery
🟣 Pelvic floor conditions in both men & women

Her goal? Help you move better, feel stronger, and live more comfortably—every day.

✨ Wellness-focused. Movement-obsessed.
🐾 Dog mom to Archie. Weekend hiker. Local foodie.

Got questions or want to book a visit?
📩 DM us or tap the link in bio to get started!

07/24/2025

Meet Corey!
Corey moved to Knoxville in ’97 to attend the University of Tennessee—and he’s been rooted in the fitness community ever since. He started training professionally in 2008 and brings 15+ years of hands-on experience helping clients build real, lasting strength.

With multiple certifications in strength training and nutrition, plus over a decade of supplement education at Eddie’s Health Shoppe, Corey’s approach is as well-rounded as it gets. He focuses on strength and mobility, believing both are key to a longer, healthier life.

His style? Straightforward, no gimmicks, and focused on progress you can feel. Whether you're just starting out or looking to push past a plateau, Corey’s here to help you move better, get stronger, and train with purpose.

💪 Strength = longevity
🔑 Smart, sustainable training
📍 Based in Knoxville, TN

Ready to get to work?
📩 DM us to ask a question or book your first session!

07/22/2025

Happy 1-year anniversary at Forged Functional Therapy, Jacob! 🎉 Thank you for bringing your dedication, skill, and passion for helping others to Forged through your business, Peak Motion Performance Physiotherapy. Here’s to many more years of success and growth—keep up the amazing work! 💪👏

07/16/2025

Covering up pain doesn’t solve the problem.

Pain is your body’s way of asking for help.
And while pain meds, rest, or other treatments can offer temporary relief — they don’t fix what’s really wrong.

At Forged Functional Therapy, we dig deep to find the root cause of your pain. Whether it’s how you move, how you train, or how you recover — we help you uncover it, correct it, and come back stronger.

Because a band-aid won’t fix your tire.
And it won’t fix your pain either.

💥 Ready to stop patching and start healing?
📲 DM us or head to the link in bio to book your consultation.

07/08/2025

Cold hands. Tingling fingers. A weak grip. It might not be carpal tunnel or poor circulation — it could be Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS).”

TOS is a nerve or blood vessel compression between the neck and shoulder — and its symptoms are often misdiagnosed or dismissed altogether.

The real problem? Most treatments only address the pain… not the pattern.

That’s where NeuroKinetic Therapy (NKT) comes in. NKT looks beyond the symptom to test for faulty movement and muscle compensation — and then rewires those patterns.

🙌 If you’ve tried everything for TOS and nothing sticks — this might be your missing link.

📍Ready to work smarter, not harder? Book a session at Forged Functional Therapy.
🔗 Link in bio or DM to learn more.

07/01/2025

✨ Struggling with jaw pain, tension headaches, or clicking when you chew? It could be your TMJ. At Forged Functional Therapy, we take a deeper look with NeuroKinetic Therapy (NKT) to find the root cause—not just treat the symptoms. 💥

Our TMJ sessions combine hands-on therapy, muscle testing, and corrective movement to help you feel better and stay better. 🧠💪

📍 Book your TMJ session today and experience the Forged difference.

06/19/2025

🏇 NKT Success Story: Horseback Rider Edition

This competitive rider came in frustrated — she couldn’t squeeze her horse with her legs due to hip pain and weakness. Not ideal when your performance depends on that connection.

During our session, we tested and found her right hip flexor (specifically the TFL) was weak and not working properly.

Where was the issue?
➡️ A scar on her right bunion was neurologically disrupting the signal to her hip.

After just a few minutes of scar work, her TFL came back online, the pain disappeared, and she was able to squeeze both legs strongly again — pain-free.

🧠 This is why we don’t always treat just where it hurts. With NKT, we find the real root cause.

06/16/2025

Happy Father's Day to these two amazing fathers. We are so thankful for and . They are great examples of love, patience, compassion, and wisdom.

06/12/2025

Let’s talk about pain — and what it actually means.

Here’s the truth:
👉 Pain is real. But it doesn’t always equal injury.
Pain is your nervous system’s alarm — it tells you something feels unsafe… but that doesn’t always mean something is damaged.

🧠 Sometimes your brain can turn the alarm up too high — especially if you’ve been dealing with pain for a while, or your body’s been under stress.

That’s called sensitization — and it can happen even after tissues have healed.
Think:
🔹 Old injuries that “flare up” under stress
🔹 Chronic back pain that’s worse with no new injury
🔹 Feeling pain with movement even though your imaging is clear

Good news? This can change. 🙌
By working with a therapist trained in pain science, you can:
✔️ Desensitize your nervous system
✔️ Move with more confidence
✔️ Break the cycle of fear and pain

You don’t have to live stuck.
Let’s work with your brain and your body — not against them.

Address

1202 Kenesaw Ave.
Knoxville, TN
37919

Opening Hours

Monday	7am - 6pm
Tuesday	7am - 6pm
Wednesday	7am - 6pm
Thursday	7am - 6pm
Friday	7am - 6pm
Saturday	8am - 3pm

Website

http://forgedfunctionaltherapy.com/

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