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.

01/05/2026

At the beginning of the year, a lot of people assume the “right” thing to do is use their health insurance for physical therapy.

New deductible, new benefits, might as well take advantage of it. And sometimes that does make sense.

But what most people don’t realize is that insurance coverage and quality of care aren’t the same thing. The way many insurance-based PT clinics are structured these days mean that your visit is built around volume of patients seen, not time or outcomes.

That often looks like very short one-on-one interactions, overlapping appointments, and a lot of responsibility placed on you to manage your care in a busy environment.

There’s also a big misunderstanding around cost. The copay you pay when you walk in is rarely the true cost of the visit. It’s simply a piece of what your insurance has negotiated, and until your claim fully processes, you don’t actually know what you’re responsible for.

That’s why so many people are surprised by bills weeks or even months later, especially early in the year when deductibles haven’t been met.

None of this means insurance is “bad” or that it never has a place. It just means it’s worth asking more questions before you commit. How much time will you actually get with the therapist? Will your care be one-on-one for a full hour each time or shared between other patients? Will you get a cookie-cutter plan that has you laying on a mat the whole time, or a highly customized roadmap to healing?

What does a full plan look like beyond just showing up twice a week? And can someone clearly explain the cost of care upfront?

Physical therapy works best when there’s enough time, attention, and strategy to actually address the problem, not just check a box for a visit. If you’re deciding where to start this year, think more about what’s going to move the needle for your body.

Informed choices lead to better outcomes and less frustration along the way!

We don’t accept insurance at .pt but our patients often spend less time, less money, and WAY less frustration in the long run.

01/01/2026

I opened my cash-based practice in 2021 selling single sessions.

And honestly, the outcomes were good. Way better than what I saw in insurance-based PT. I had more time, more autonomy, more room to actually treat people like humans.

But over time, I started noticing something.

Even with great exercises and thoughtful sessions, some people just weren’t getting all the way better. Not because they weren’t trying. Not because they didn’t care. But because there was a huge piece missing.

And that piece was accountability for everything that happens outside the clinic.

I will always believe in exercise. I will always push strength.
But joint pain is rarely just a “do these exercises and you’re done” situation. Sleep matters. Nutrition matters. Stress matters. Daily movement matters.

And when you’re already overwhelmed and hurting, it’s really hard to implement all of that on your own even when you know what you should be doing.

That’s why I built a hybrid model.

We handle the things you can’t do yourself in person at .pt , and we give you a clear, realistic roadmap for everything else. Not perfection. Not overwhelm. Just support, structure, and consistency.

If you’ve been stuck with joint pain and feel like you’re doing “all the right things” but still can’t move the needle, it’s probably not a willpower issue.

You might just need someone helping you see and address the whole picture.

Comment JOINT PAIN to get my free guide to start healing in 2026!

01/01/2026

I opened my cash-based practice in 2021 selling single sessions.

And honestly, the outcomes were good. Way better than what I saw in insurance-based PT. I had more time, more autonomy, more room to actually treat people like humans.

But over time, I started noticing something.

Even with great exercises and thoughtful sessions, some people just weren’t getting all the way better. Not because they weren’t trying. Not because they didn’t care. But because there was a huge piece missing.

And that piece was accountability for everything that happens outside the clinic.

I will always believe in exercise. I will always push strength.

But joint pain is rarely just a “do these exercises and you’re done” situation. Sleep matters. Nutrition matters. Stress matters. Daily movement matters.

And when you’re already overwhelmed and hurting, it’s really hard to implement all of that on your own even when you know what you should be doing.

That’s why we built our hybrid model.

We handle the things you can’t do yourself in person, and we give you a clear, realistic roadmap for everything else. Not perfection. Not overwhelm. Just support, structure, and consistency.

If you’ve been stuck with joint pain and feel like you’re doing “all the right things” but still can’t move the needle, it’s probably not a willpower issue.

You might just need someone helping you see and address the whole picture.

Comment JOINT PAIN to get my free guide on all of the things you can start doing right now to heal in 2026.

12/31/2025

2025 was full of things you saw… and a lot you didn’t.

Grief and hope living side by side. Big wins layered on top of quiet, hard moments. Healing journeys that were uncomfortable. Dreams that took courage to say out loud.

…Celebrations that felt extra tender because of everything it took to get there.

This year stretched me in ways I never expected. It softened me. It strengthened me. It reminded me that growth isn’t loud, and progress isn’t linear, and sometimes the bravest thing you do is just keep going.

If you supported me this year in any way (by being at patient at .pt , cheering quietly, trusting my work, sharing my name, giving grace, or simply being here), thank you. Truly. I don’t take any of it lightly.

Here’s to the things we’re proud of.

And the things we survived.

And the version of ourselves we became along the way.

So much gratitude. So much love. Onward!!!! 🤍✨

12/24/2025

Scenes from our life lately (and from our holiday card) ✨

12/18/2025

Everyone wants the fancy fix.
The gadgets, the scraping, the cupping, the laser, the tape, the thing you saw on Instagram.

And sure, sometimes those things can have a place. But the truth is that most of what really helps your back pain is kind of boring.

It’s walking.
It’s moving when you don’t feel like it.
It’s strength training.
It’s paying attention to what you eat.
It’s paying attention to how you speak to yourself.
It’s noticing how you talk about yourself.
It’s breathing and sleeping and staying connected to people.
It’s learning not to fear movement.
It’s paying attention to the way your body feels, not just trying to fix it.

It’s free. It’s not flashy.
And it takes consistency, honesty, and sometimes emotional discomfort, because movement and pain aren’t just physical.

We’ve known this for years in the research. Back pain is complex.

It’s biological, yes. But it’s also psychological, social, and emotional.

So if you’re working through pain, maybe you don’t need another tool or trend.

Maybe you just need time, patience, and the courage to move again.

12/15/2025

Sometimes I genuinely forget how different .pt actually is.

I’ve been practicing this way for so many years now that it just feels normal to me. Spending an hour with someone. Being hands on. Talking through their whole life and not just the body part that hurts. Using technology so they’re actually supported between sessions. This is just how I practice.

And then almost daily, at least weekly, someone calls our office and tells us about their last PT experience. Fifteen minute appointments. Three patients at once. Ice packs, e stim, a bike, then sent on their way. And I’m like… oh my gosh. Right. This is still very much not the norm.

I think my brain gets warped because this model feels so obvious and so human to me now. But there is still so much outdated, filler heavy, checkbox care happening out there.

And even though I get tired of saying it sometimes, I know it’s important that I keep saying it. Because if I don’t keep showing what is possible, nothing actually changes.

This really is different. And it matters!!

12/02/2025

✨ $97 December Appointments ✨

For a limited time only, we’re offering $97 physical therapy appointments at our Metairie, LA clinic all month long for:

✨New clients
✨Past clients ready to re-engage care

This is your chance to finally address the pain, stiffness, old injuries, or movement limitations you’ve been putting off in a 1:1 setting. No crowded PT clinic or being passed off over and over again.

Instead of spending more money on things that won’t truly change your life, invest in the one thing that impacts everything: your physical health!

This offer ends December 31st and spots are filling fast.

Once they’re gone, they’re gone! Comment GETSTARTED to claim your spot now!

PS: If you have a family member or loved one who’s been struggling physically and you don’t know what to get them for Christmas…send them this post. This might be the most meaningful gift you give this year!

11/30/2025

I didn’t almost quit because I didn’t care. I almost quit because I cared too much. I wanted more for my patients. More results. More time. More empowerment. And walking away felt easier than fighting for something better at that time.

I’m SO thankful I didn’t do that. It’s been a wild ride building .pt but I wouldn’t have it any other way.

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3000 Kingman Street
Metairie, LA
70006

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+15045174594

Website

http://Funxionalpt.GlossGenius.com/

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