FunXional Physical Therapy

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FunXional Physical Therapy

Specializing in manual therapy and hands-on PT interventions. 1:1 client care in a private setting.

Dry needling, joint mobilizations/manipulations, pain relief, instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization, neuromuscular re-education, and more.

08/14/2025

She’d been living with hip pain for months.
Tried stretching. Took anti-inflammatories. Even got an injection.

Her MRI said “mild arthritis.” So, every single treatment she’d been given was based on that image.

The problem?
Her pain wasn’t coming from arthritis.

When she came to me, we spent a full hour doing something most doctors never do…
A real movement exam.

We found glute weakness, poor pelvic control, and stiffness in her opposite ankle (all forcing her hip to work harder than it should with every step).

We treated those things.
And within three months, she was running and lifting without fear of a flare-up.

This is why so many chronic pain treatments fail.
Pain is multifactorial. There’s rarely just ONE driver.
And an MRI can’t possibly uncover them all.

That’s where physical therapy shines.
We don’t just look at your pain. We look at your whole body.

If you’ve been stuck in the cycle of appointments, imaging, and generic treatments that don’t work… you haven’t had a complete evaluation yet.

If you’re dealing with chronic pain and looking to tackle it from a “whole body” approach, I made a free ebook for you. Comment BOOK to get it sent to your inbox!

08/05/2025

If I had chronic joint pain, this is how I’d eat.

I’d focus on calming inflammation and supporting my gut, because joint pain is often more than just wear and tear. It’s a whole-body issue.

I’d eat more:
Omega-3 rich foods like salmon and sardines.
Berries for antioxidants.
Nuts and seeds for healthy fats.
Fermented foods to support gut health.
Whole, real food without preservatives or fillers.

I’d avoid:
Seed oils.
Artificial sweeteners.
High fructose corn syrup.
Gluten, especially if there are autoimmune markers.
Alcohol.
Processed snacks with mystery ingredients.

I’d drink mostly water and choose foods that love me back.

Is this restrictive? Not when it helps you feel like yourself again.

There’s a growing body of research showing that chronic joint pain often has an inflammatory and immune component (evidence in the caption), not just mechanical wear and tear.

Your plate isn’t just fuel. It’s information for your immune system!

If you have chronic joint pain and are looking to make some changes, I made a free guide just for you. Comment JOINT PAIN to get it sent to your inbox.

07/28/2025

It’s wild how much research now shows that conservative care (like physical therapy) wins for so many injuries.

Meniscus tears.
Rotator cuff injuries.
Back pain.
Neck pain.
Even labral tears (shoulder & hi o)

But here’s the strange part. More people than ever are “failing PT.”

Why?

Because the system isn’t built for healing. It’s built for billing.

If your PT session looks like this:
Ten minutes on a recumbent bike.
Some clamshells with a tech.
A hot pack and e-stim.
And a different provider every time.

That’s not real rehab. That’s just going through the motions.

You deserve care that actually challenges you.
That looks at your movement, your habits, your sleep, your stress, your nervous system.

That gives you time with a provider who knows you and pushes you.

That teaches you how to take ownership of your healing.

Because healing doesn’t come from devices and machines. It comes from doing the right things consistently and intentionally with guidance.

If you’ve tried PT and it didn’t work, maybe YOU didn’t fail.

Maybe the system failed YOU.

07/22/2025

You’ve tried the mouth guard.
You’ve iced it.
You even got Botox.

But your jaw still clicks.
It still locks.
It still hurts.

And now maybe your hips feel tight no matter how much you stretch.

Your tailbone gets sore after sitting.

You’re starting to leak when you sneeze or lift.

Or maybe sEggs is painful and no one has really explained why.

These symptoms might feel random.
But they are not.

Your jaw and pelvic floor are more connected than you think.

They’re part of the same deep fascial line that runs through your core. AND they’re both highly responsive to your stress and nervous system.

If your jaw is clenching.
Your pelvic floor might be too!

The body does not work in pieces. It works as a whole.

Talking more about this fascinating connection in my newsletter this week. Comment NEWSLETTER to get on the list!

07/10/2025

Just us (for a little bit longer) 🤰

07/07/2025

The medical system really has us all out here thinking that joint pain is just this wild and far off thing that happens for no reason.

We’ve all grown up being taught to take ibuprofen when it hurts and to get it replaced when it wears out.

That paradigm is so outdated. And quite frankly, it’s BS!!

Our joints have so many receptors for movement, pressure, temperature, and pain, constantly responding to our environment and lifestyle.

There is even preliminary evidence for a connection between the gut microbiome and osteoarthritis.  The solutions we’ve been offered aren’t solutions. They are temporary fixes for deeper problems.  But I do I have to say, one of the coolest things about joint pain is that it is REVERSIBLE! No matter your age, no matter what you did when you were younger, and no matter what your genetics say.  I’m not saying it’s easy and I’m not saying it’s a quick fix, but it’s very doable.

If you’re sick of dealing with joint pain, I made a guide to get you started on some lifestyle changes that you can make today. Comment JOINT PAIN to get the free guide. 

07/03/2025

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06/23/2025

Why does everyone you know have back pain these days?

The rates of back pain have RAPIDLY increased over the past 30 years and are expected to continue to rise exponentially.

A few REALLY crazy stats for you...

✨Back pain rose 30-40% in certain populations during the pandemic

✨Back pain rose by 60% in healthcare workers during the pandemic

✨ 92% of chiropractors reported seeing an increase in back pain in their patients during the pandemic.

Think there’s not a mind/body connection? Think again!

There’s a chance you may not need that injection, that medication, or that surgery. There’s a likelihood that you just need to assess your choices and your environment.

It’s hard to do, but can be SO worth it.

If you’re struggling with back pain and want help with a mind/body approach to healing, I made a 30 day program just for you. Comment CORE to get a discount sent to your inbox!

06/12/2025

Here’s what to do instead ⬇️⬇️⬇️

Start by admitting that the quick fixes aren’t working!!

The endless stretching, the cracking, the massages that feel great for 20 minutes but leave you right back where you started.

The truth is, if your neck pain keeps coming back, it’s not because you haven’t tried hard enough.

It’s because no one has shown you how to actually build the foundation your body needs.

The muscles that support your neck — they’re exhausted.

Not from overuse… but from years of being undertrained, ignored, or treated like an afterthought.

It’s not about doing more.

It’s about doing the right things with purpose and intention.

Comment NECK to get one of my favorite strengthening exercises sent to your inbox!

06/11/2025

And if it’s not… go somewhere else!!

Physical therapy should be transformational.

It should help you feel safe in your body again.

It should give you answers that no one else has been able to give.

It should feel like someone finally sees the whole picture. Your pain, yes, but also your stress, your history, your daily demands, your fear of “what if this never gets better.”

If your PT is just giving you a cookie-cutter sheet of exercises, rushing through appointments, or saying “let’s just wait and see”…

That’s not real physical therapy.
That’s symptom management with a license.

Real PT walks with you through the messy middle. The part where you’re scared, uncertain, and frustrated. The part where you’ve been told “everything looks fine,” but you still don’t feel right.

I had a patient once tell me:
“I didn’t just get stronger. I got my life back.”

That’s the bar.

And if your physical therapy isn’t helping you reclaim your strength, your trust, your independence…

Go somewhere else.

If you’re looking to reclaim your physical health, I made a free ebook with some simple steps you can start to follow today. Comment BOOK to get it sent to your inbox!

06/03/2025

✨ Behind every visionary is a powerhouse team!

When I started .pt , my goal wasn’t to be a solo therapist. It was to reimagine how physical therapy is delivered. That vision has grown into something so much bigger than me… and it’s only possible because of the incredible team behind me.

Dr. Lauren, Dr. Tyler, and Dr. Lauryn are the brilliant, compassionate physical therapists leading most of the care in our clinic. They embody everything .pt stands for…holistic, individualized, and game-changing PT. Go read about all of them in our Google reviews…they make me SO proud.

If you’ve ever called the clinic, you’ve probably talked to Ashley, our Client Experience Coordinator. Her warmth, patience, and heart are the first touchpoint of our care.

But we’re not just in-person anymore! Dr. Emily helps me create and deliver our digital programs with the same depth and excellence. And Nicole, my virtual assistant, is my right hand for keeping things flowing on Instagram!

This dream isn’t possible without them.

They’re the reason we’re changing lives far beyond our four walls.

05/31/2025

One year married, and somehow I love him even more than I did on that day 🥹

This past year brought us closer, stronger, and now it’s bringing us a baby 🩵👶🏼

I still can’t believe I get to do life with him.

My partner, my safe place, my forever. 🤍

Happy anniversary, my love. The best is yet to come.

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Metairie, LA

Telephone

+15045174594

Website

http://Funxionalpt.GlossGenius.com/

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