PERSONALIZED PHYSICAL THERAPY TEAM UPDATES
If you’re visiting our Winston office, you have likely benefited from Lori’s expertise. She has been a tremendous help with our massage therapy needs, and she is available to help out at the Winston location Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Behind the scenes, Hilary has absolutely been on fire. She manages our active phone lines, texts, and emails with grace, providing the vital communication necessary for all of us to deliver the “Personalized Experience” we strive to achieve for you day in and day out.
Equally essential are Emily and Abrar, who continue to do a phenomenal job keeping all of our digital communications flowing. From creating engaging videos and social media content to managing website follow-ups, they keep our community connected online.
Finally, all of this hard work recently culminated in a massive milestone: we celebrated hitting 200 5-Star Reviews! We commemorated the occasion as a team with a Bagel Party (and yes, you have to say “bagel” with a Wisconsin accent—thanks to Emily for that one!). We are so grateful for your continued trust, success, and blessings.
Stay strong and stay connected,
-Dr Sarvar Pathan
CLINIC UPDATES:
If you’re visiting our Winston office, you have likely benefited from Lori’s expertise. She has been a tremendous help with our massage therapy needs, and she is available to help out at the Winston location Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Behind the scenes, Hilary has absolutely been on fire. She manages our active phone lines, texts, and emails with grace, providing the vital communication necessary for all of us to deliver the “Personalized Experience” we strive to achieve for you day in and day out.
Equally essential are Emily and Abrar, who continue to do a phenomenal job keeping all of our digital communications flowing. From creating engaging videos and social media content to managing website follow-ups, they keep our community connected online.
Finally, all of this hard work recently culminated in a massive milestone: we celebrated hitting 200 5-Star Reviews! We commemorated the occasion as a team with a Bagel Party (and yes, you have to say “bagel” with a Wisconsin accent—thanks to Emily for that one!). We are so grateful for your continued trust, success, and blessings.
Stay strong and stay connected,
-Dr Sarvar Pathan
KEEPING HEALTHY:
The dead bug is a valuable core exercise that develops trunk stability, coordination, and control while minimizing stress on the spine. By maintaining a neutral pelvis and controlled trunk position while moving the arms and legs, it teaches the body to resist unwanted spinal extension and rotation. This makes it particularly useful for improving lumbopelvic control and creating a foundation for more demanding functional, athletic, and lifting movements.
How to Do a Deadbug
01. Lie on your back and extend your arms straight, directly above your shoulders. Bend your knees to come into tabletop position with legs bent at 90 degrees, knees stacked over hips. Flex your feet and tuck your pelvis so your low back presses into the floor.
02. Inhale and brace your core as you slowly extend one arm behind your head and the opposite leg out in front of you until both hover above the floor.
03. Exhale, then reverse the move to return to start. That’s 1 rep.
04. Switch sides and repeat.
-Dr. TJ McClurg
WINNER’S JOURNEY:
“I am extremely grateful to Sarvar for his considerate approach to care, thorough assessments and explanations, and personalized treatment tailored to my goals. I was an active person until accumulated unhealed injuries, and lack of mobility work contributed to severe sciatica pain that made sitting, walking, and many other movements painful daily for many months. It was a long journey, and I know I still have a few more months before I’m able to perform movements such as deadlifts again, but now I can finally say pain is not my baseline. Meredith also provided great insights in the couple of sessions we had together with nerve flossing alternatives and changes to my routine that could reduce my pain. I’ve had experience with other physical therapy clinics in the past, and I can assure you this is the best quality you can get for your investment. It’s life changing care.”
TREATMENT OF THE MONTH
Kinesiology taping, also known as KT taping, uses a flexible, lightweight elastic material as part of a personalized physical therapy treatment plan. Unlike traditional athletic tape, kinesiotape allows for a greater range of motion while providing gentle support to the muscles and joints. Depending on how it is applied, it may help improve body awareness, support movement, reduce discomfort, and manage swelling.
At Personalized Physical Therapy & Wellness, kinesiotaping may be incorporated alongside hands-on therapy, therapeutic exercise, and other treatments to help you move with greater comfort and confidence. Because every body and injury is different, your physical therapist can determine whether kinesiotaping is appropriate for your specific needs and how it can best complement your treatment plan.
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BUSINESS PARTNER
We are proud to spotlight 18 Springs Community Healing Center as our April Business Partner of the Month. Founded in 2013 by Sydney Hughes-McGee, the organization is rooted in a vision of holistic, community-centered healing that honors the connection between individual wellbeing and collective transformation. At the heart of their work is a powerful belief: inner change and societal change go hand in hand— therefore, relationships are the work. Through this lens, 18 Springs creates intentional spaces for self-discovery, cultural healing practices, and authentic connection, all while addressing the deeper impacts of systemic inequities.
Through a wide range of offerings, 18 Springs serves as a vibrant hub for wellness and connection in the community. Their programming includes workshops, movement and mindfulness classes, healing circles, and opportunities for deeper one-on-one engagement with trusted practitioners. Community members can purchase class passes, make a donation to support their mission, or schedule individual sessions based on their needs. To explore current offerings, visit their website at 18springshealing.org and click on the current calendar for up-to-date classes and events.
For more information or to connect directly, Sydney can be reached at bodyandearth18@gmail.com.
MASSAGE THERAPIST NEWS:
Staying active is an important part of maintaining strength, mobility, and overall well-being. Whether you enjoy walking, gardening, golfing, pickleball, exercising, or simply staying busy throughout the day, regular activity can place stress on your muscles and joints. Massage therapy can be a helpful way to support recovery, reduce muscle tension, and keep your body moving comfortably.
Massage can be especially beneficial after periods of increased activity. A customized session can help relax tight or overworked muscles, improve circulation, and reduce the stiffness and soreness that can sometimes follow exercise or other physical activities. By helping your body recover, massage may make it easier to return to the activities you enjoy.
Making massage therapy part of your wellness routine can be a simple way to support an active lifestyle. Taking time to care for your body can help you recover, move more comfortably, and continue doing the things you love. Consider scheduling a customized massage session to help your body feel its best and keep you moving.
-Lori Aaron, LMBT
Licensed Massage and Bodywork Therapist (#4988)
DVAC UPDATE:
Personalized PT and Wellness offers physical therapy appointments several times each month at the Deer Valley Athletic Club (DVAC) in Boone, NC. DVAC is more than a fitness facility. It is a community centered on health, movement, and connection.
We’re proud to serve individuals in the High Country who value moving well, feeling better, and staying active long term. Partnering with DVAC allows us to reach those who support a holistic approach to wellness, where movement, recovery, and community work together to promote lasting health.
To explore all that DVAC has to offer, visit deervalleyathletic.club or scan the QR code above to learn more.
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EDITOR’S NOTE:
Summer is officially coming to an end, and on September 22, we welcome the first day of fall. With a new season often comes a change in routine. The days get shorter, schedules get busier, and staying active can easily slip down the list of “things to do.”
But staying active doesn’t have to mean spending an hour at the gym or following a structured workout. Movement throughout the day counts, too!
Missed your afternoon exercise? Take a short walk after dinner. Bored during those TV commercials? Stretch while you watch your favorite show. Watching your coffee brew? Do a few squats while you wait. Take the stairs when you can, park a little farther away, or get outside and enjoy a fall walk, hike, festival, or even some yard work. There are plenty of ways to sneak a little more movement into your day.
Most importantly, don’t feel guilty if your activity doesn’t look like someone else’s. We are all on our own journey, and what matters is finding movement you enjoy and can do consistently. Small, consistent choices can add up and help support strength, mobility, energy, and independence as we age.
Here’s to a healthy, active fall! As a board-certified health coach partnered with Personalized Physical Therapy & Wellness, I offer complimentary Discovery Calls to help you identify realistic goals and small steps that fit your life. You can reach me at hilary@rediscover-wellness.com or visit rediscover-wellness.com/contact to schedule a call.
Be well,
Hilary Stewart, NBC-HWC
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