Forged Functional Therapy and Sports Massage

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.

Congratulations Jenn! DM us to learn how to redeem your free massage!
10/21/2025

Congratulations Jenn! DM us to learn how to redeem your free massage!

Today is World Menopause Day — a reminder that this chapter is not the end of strength, movement, or confidence.Menopaus...
10/18/2025

Today is World Menopause Day — a reminder that this chapter is not the end of strength, movement, or confidence.
Menopause can bring changes to your pelvic floor, bladder, and sexual health — but you don’t have to just ‘deal with it.’
Pelvic floor physical therapy can help you feel strong, supported, and in control again.
Let’s break the stigma and start the conversation. 💜

Feeling sore from your workouts? This one’s for you! 💪Follow, like, and tag your workout buddy for a chance to win a FRE...
10/14/2025

Feeling sore from your workouts? This one’s for you! 💪
Follow, like, and tag your workout buddy for a chance to win a FREE massage session!

Don’t wait - your muscles will thank you later 😎

⏰ Tomorrow’s the day! Join us at Forged Functional Therapy for a Saturday filled with connection + care.🌿 Shop plants fr...
10/03/2025

⏰ Tomorrow’s the day! Join us at Forged Functional Therapy for a Saturday filled with connection + care.

🌿 Shop plants from Gregory’s Greenhouse
🤰 Learn in the Prep4Partners class taught by a doula
💆‍♀️ Enjoy chair massages with Mary Jacobi

📍 It all happens here at FFT—don’t miss your chance to shop, learn, and unwind in one spot. See you tomorrow!

🌿 This Saturday, October 4th, join us at Forged Functional Therapy for a day full of community + care!✨ Gregory’s Greenh...
09/30/2025

🌿 This Saturday, October 4th, join us at Forged Functional Therapy for a day full of community + care!

✨ Gregory’s Greenhouse will be here with beautiful plants for sale
✨ Prep4Partners class led by a doula—perfect for parents-to-be
✨ Relaxing chair massages from Mary Jacobi

📍 Don’t miss this chance to shop, learn, and unwind all in one place. We can’t wait to see you!

Your body was designed to move. 🏋️‍♂️But pain, stiffness, and injuries can make even simple movements feel impossible.At...
09/24/2025

Your body was designed to move. 🏋️‍♂️
But pain, stiffness, and injuries can make even simple movements feel impossible.

At Forged Functional Therapy, we go beyond “just getting stronger.” We help you move better — so you can get back to training hard, playing harder, and living life without limits.

👉 Ready to move the way you were built to? Let’s get started.

🌟 Pelvic Floor Therapy: More Than You Think 🌟Your pelvic floor plays a huge role in strength, stability, and overall wel...
09/13/2025

🌟 Pelvic Floor Therapy: More Than You Think 🌟

Your pelvic floor plays a huge role in strength, stability, and overall wellness—but it’s often overlooked. Whether you’re preparing for pregnancy, recovering postpartum, or simply looking to improve your core strength and reduce pain, pelvic floor physical therapy can make all the difference.

✨ Benefits include:
✔️ Pain relief & improved mobility
✔️ Stronger core & better posture
✔️ Support during pregnancy & recovery after birth
✔️ Confidence in your daily movement

Don’t wait until discomfort takes over—your pelvic health matters at every stage of life. 💪

📅 Book a session today and take the first step toward feeling stronger, supported, and confident.

🍎🏋️‍♂️ Training without nutrition?That’s like building a house without bricks.Your workouts are the blueprint.Your nutri...
08/31/2025

🍎🏋️‍♂️ Training without nutrition?
That’s like building a house without bricks.

Your workouts are the blueprint.
Your nutrition is the building material.

Together, they create lasting strength, energy, and performance — inside and outside the gym.

💡 Pro tip: Prioritize protein + whole foods around your workouts to fuel recovery and progress.

📅 Ready to align your training and nutrition? Schedule an appointment with Forged Functional Therapy today and start building results that last.

🤰 Pregnancy doesn’t have to mean pain! 💆‍♀️Our prenatal massage eases lower back & hip pain, swelling, and tension, all ...
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!

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

15 years of low back and leg pain — gone.This client had tried everything: stretches, exercises, even rest. Nothing work...
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.

Meet Mariah! Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist | PRPC CertifiedMariah earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from South ...
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!

Address

1202 Kenesaw Avenue
Knoxville, TN
37919

Opening Hours

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

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