Orthopedic
physical therapy | maryville, tn
Whether you're training for a race, chasing a toddler, or just want to move without pain — we find what's actually causing it.
Whether you're training for a race, chasing a toddler, or just want to move without pain — we find what's actually causing it.
Back, neck, knee, shoulder, hip — if pain is keeping you from moving the way you want, we help you find the cause and build lasting strength.
Back, neck, knee, shoulder, hip — if pain is keeping you from moving the way you want, we help you find the cause and build lasting strength.
Orthopedic
physical therapy | maryville, tn
Does this sound like you?
Does this sound like you?
You shouldn't have to live like this
You shouldn't have to live in pain
You've tried PT before — it helped for a bit, then the pain came back
You've been told to "just live with it" or "it's part of aging"
Surgery's been recommended — but you want to try non-surgical options first
Pain is limiting what you love — training, your sport, keeping up with your kids, your hobbies
You're stiff in the morning or after sitting for a while
You end up in more pain after trying to stay active, not less
You've had symptoms for years and started to accept it
You've tried PT before — it helped for a bit, then the pain came back
You've been told to "just live with it" or "it's part of aging"
Surgery's been recommended — but you want to try non-surgical options first
Pain is limiting what you love — training, your sport, keeping up with your kids, your hobbies
You're stiff in the morning or after sitting for a while
You end up in more pain after trying to stay active, not less
You've had symptoms for years and started to accept it
Whatever you've been told — it's not in your head, and you don't have to accept it. Pain has a cause, and most causes are fixable.
Whatever you've been told — it's not in your head, and you don't have to accept it. Pain has a cause, and most causes are fixable.
"I had stress incontinence for years and lower back pain that hadn't been helped by PT, doctor visits, or anything else. One MD even recommended a pain clinic. Katie got me pain free."
-google Review
"I'm a trainer with a 30-year back injury. I was living with 6-8/10 pain all the time — couldn't sit for 5 minutes, couldn't even bend over to tie my shoes. Dr. Katie's practice is set up to treat the root cause. After just a few months, 30 years of daily pain is GONE."
-Kristie
"I'm a trainer with a 30-year back injury. I was living with 6-8/10 pain all the time — couldn't sit for 5 minutes, couldn't even bend over to tie my shoes. Dr. Katie's practice is set up to treat the root cause. After just a few months, 30 years of daily pain is GONE."
-google Review
-Kristie
Why amplify physio
Why amplify physio
Treating the pain doesn't fix the cause
Treating the pain doesn't fix the cause
When care focuses only on where it hurts, the pain may ease — but the root cause is still there. That's why it keeps coming back.
At Amplify, we look at your whole body — how you move, where you're compensating, and what's actually driving the pain. Then we create a plan that helps you move better, feel stronger, and stay active long term.
When care focuses only on where it hurts, the pain may ease — but the root cause is still there. That's why it keeps coming back.
At Amplify, we look at your whole body — how you move, where you're compensating, and what's actually driving the pain. Then we create a plan that helps you move better, feel stronger, and stay active long term.
what we treat
Orthopedic conditions we specialize in
what we treat
Orthopedic conditions we specialize in
Neck & shoulder
From desk-job neck pain to rotator cuff issues — most shoulder problems involve the neck, upper back, and core working (or not working) together.
- Neck Pain
- Shoulder Pain
- Shoulder Impingement
- Rotator Cuff Issues
- Postural Issues
- Tech Neck
We treat a wide range of orthopedic conditions — grouped by body area below. This list isn't exhaustive. If you don't see your issue, book a discovery call and we'll tell you honestly whether we can help.
We treat a wide range of orthopedic conditions — grouped by body area below. This list isn't exhaustive. If you don't see your issue, book a discovery call and we'll tell you honestly whether we can help.
Hip & pelvic
Hip pain rarely lives on its own. It's often tied to the core, pelvic floor, or how you load through your legs.
- Hip Pain
- Hip Impingement
- Labral Issues
- Tailbone (Coccyx) Pain
- Post-Hip-Replacement Recovery
ankle & Foot
Foot and ankle issues that affect how you stand, walk, run, and everything above them.
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Ankle Sprains
- Achille Tendinitis
- Foot Pain
- Shin Splints
elbow, Wrist, & hand
Overuse and tendon issues that affect work, sport, and daily life.
- Tennis Elbow
- Golfer's Elbow
- Tendinopathy / Tendinitis
- Wrist Pain
Back & Spine
Chronic and acute pain, nerve issues, and disc-related problems — we look at how your whole system moves, not just where it hurts.
- Low Back Pain
- Mid Back Pain
- Herniated / Bulging Discs
- Sciatica
- Nerve Pain
- SI Joint Dysfunction
Neck & Shoulder
From desk-job neck pain to rotator cuff issues — most shoulder problems involve the neck, upper back, and core working (or not working) together.
- Neck Pain
- Shoulder Pain
- Shoulder Impingement
- Rotator Cuff Issues
- Postural Issues
- Tech Neck
Hip & Pelvic
Hip pain rarely lives on its own. It's often tied to the core, pelvic floor, or how you load through your legs.
- Hip Pain
- Hip Impingement
- Labral Issues
- Tailbone (Coccyx) Pain
- Post-Hip-Replacement Recovery
Knee
Whether it's decades of wear-and-tear or a sports injury, knees respond best when we address the hips, ankles, and movement patterns above and below.
- Knee Pain
- Runner's Knee
- Meniscus Issues
- Post-Surgical Knee Rehab
- Arthritis-Related Knee Pain
Ankle & Foot
Foot and ankle issues that affect how you stand, walk, run, and everything above them.
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Ankle Sprains
- Achille Tendinitis
- Foot Pain
- Shin Splints
Elbow, Wrist, & Hand
Overuse and tendon issues that affect work, sport, and daily life.
- Tennis Elbow
- Golfer's Elbow
- Tendinopathy / Tendinitis
- Wrist Pain
active life, sport & Performance
Every adult is an athlete — whether you're a weekend runner, a CrossFitter, a parent chasing a toddler, or a 70-year-old hiker. We help you return to what you love, stronger than before.
- Sports Injuries
- Overuse Injuries
- Return-to-Sport Rehab
- Lifting & Crossfit-Related Pain
- Running Injuries
arthritis & Chronic Pain
Pain you've had for years isn't a life sentence. The right strength and movement work can change what's possible.
- Arthritis
- Chronic Pain
- Post-Surgical Recovery
- Pre-Surgical Prep (Prehab)
Knee
Whether it's decades of wear-and-tear or a sports injury, knees respond best when we address the hips, ankles, and movement patterns above and below.
- Knee Pain
- Runner's Knee
- Meniscus Issues
- Post-Surgical Knee Rehab
- Arthritis-Related Knee Pain
Active Life, Sport & Performance
Every adult is an athlete — whether you're a weekend runner, a CrossFitter, a parent chasing a toddler, or a 70-year-old hiker. We help you return to what you love, stronger than before.
- Sports Injuries
- Overuse Injuries
- Return-to-Sport Rehab
- Lifting & Crossfit-Related Pain
- Running Injuries
Arthritis & Chronic Pain
Pain you've had for years isn't a life sentence. The right strength and movement work can change what's possible.
- Arthritis
- Chronic Pain
- Post-Surgical Recovery
- Pre-Surgical Prep (Prehab)
Back & Spine
Chronic and acute pain, nerve issues, and disc-related problems — we look at how your whole system moves, not just where it hurts.
- Low Back Pain
- Mid Back Pain
- Herniated / Bulging Discs
- Sciatica
- Nerve Pain
- SI Joint Dysfunction
what to expect
Find the cause. Restore function.
Build lasting strength.
what to expect
Find the cause.
Restore function.
Build lasting strength.
Find the cause
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Restore function
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A 90-minute comprehensive movement assessment — looking at how you move as a whole system, not just where the pain lives. We identify what's actually driving your symptoms, not just where they show up.
A plan tailored to your body and your life. We combine hands-on care, mobility work, and targeted movement retraining to help your body move the way it's supposed to — without pain.
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A 90-minute comprehensive movement assessment — looking at how you move as a whole system, not just where the pain lives. We identify what's actually driving your symptoms, not just where they show up.
A plan tailored to your body and your life. We combine hands-on care, mobility work, and targeted movement retraining to help your body move the way it's supposed to — without pain.
We don't stop at "pain-free." We build the strength and resilience that keeps you out of PT long-term — training hard, moving freely, and staying active at every age.
Find the cause
Restore function
Build lasting strength
Build lasting strength
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We don't stop at "pain-free." We build the strength and resilience that keeps you out of PT long-term — training hard, moving freely, and staying active at every age.
What's in every plan
What's in every plan
More than exercises
More than exercises
hands on care
Movement Analysis
Strength Training
Return to activity
Manual therapy to reduce pain and improve mobility
Finding where you're compensating — and why
Building real, lasting capacity in your body
Guided progression back to your sport or life
hands on care
Manual therapy to reduce pain and improve mobility
Movement Analysis
Finding where you're compensating — and why
Strength Training
Building real, lasting capacity in your body
Return to activity
Guided progression back to your sport or life
what patients say
Real results, in their own words
"She helped me with a long-term issue I did not think was fixable. It was! Bonus: I no longer wake multiple times during the night to use the restroom. Her nature is welcoming, authentic, and puts you right at ease."
-google Review
"After two surgeries I could barely walk and my traditional PT wasn't helping. Dr. Katie's deep understanding of body mechanics and muscle activation allowed her to identify issues that had been overlooked. Today I can walk long distances and even hike again — things I never thought would be possible."
-Jeana
"Hip pain, back pain, and sciatica. I'd exhausted every avenue — years of PT, chiropractic, an injection — and an orthopedic surgeon recommended surgery. Dr. Katie's approach was very different. I'm hiking again, back at the gym, working in my flower gardens, doing all the things I love. She helped me get my life back."
-Carol
"I'm a mid-seventies woman who has always worked out — CrossFit, golf, sailing. Over 6 years my left shoulder became less mobile and painful. With Dr. Katie's skills and my homework, I'm almost pain-free with much better movement. Don't wait 6 years like I did!"
-Sandy
"After a previous failed PT experience, Dr. Katie was a night-and-day difference. I'd lived with low back pain for over a year and thought this was just life as a busy mom. Now I'm pain-free and doing RDLs — I wouldn't have believed it months ago. I have an exercise program I'm confident I can continue for years."
-Lisa
Real results, in their own words
what patients say
"I'm a mid-seventies woman who has always worked out — CrossFit, golf, sailing. Over 6 years my left shoulder became less mobile and painful. With Dr. Katie's skills and my homework, I'm almost pain-free with much better movement. Don't wait 6 years like I did!"
-Sandy
"After a previous failed PT experience, Dr. Katie was a night-and-day difference. I'd lived with low back pain for over a year and thought this was just life as a busy mom. Now I'm pain-free and doing RDLs — I wouldn't have believed it months ago. I have an exercise program I'm confident I can continue for years."
-Lisa
"Hip pain, back pain, and sciatica. I'd exhausted every avenue — years of PT, chiropractic, an injection — and an orthopedic surgeon recommended surgery. Dr. Katie's approach was very different. I'm hiking again, back at the gym, working in my flower gardens, doing all the things I love. She helped me get my life back."
-Carol
Real results, in their own words
what patients say
"After two surgeries I could barely walk and my traditional PT wasn't helping. Dr. Katie's deep understanding of body mechanics and muscle activation allowed her to identify issues that had been overlooked. Today I can walk long distances and even hike again — things I never thought would be possible."
-google Review
Real results, in their own words
what patients say
"After two surgeries I could barely walk and my traditional PT wasn't helping. Dr. Katie's deep understanding of body mechanics and muscle activation allowed her to identify issues that had been overlooked. Today I can walk long distances and even hike again — things I never thought would be possible."
-google Review
Real results, in their own words
what patients say
"Hip pain, back pain, and sciatica. I'd exhausted every avenue — years of PT, chiropractic, an injection — and an orthopedic surgeon recommended surgery. Dr. Katie's approach was very different. I'm hiking again, back at the gym, working in my flower gardens, doing all the things I love. She helped me get my life back."
-google Review
The Whole-Body Connection
The whole-body connection
Back, hip, and SI pain often has a hidden source
Back, hip, and SI pain often has a hidden source
The pelvic floor, core, and hips share a system. When one part isn't working well, the others compensate — and the compensations often show up as back, hip, or SI joint pain that won't resolve. If pelvic floor symptoms sound familiar (leaking, pressure, postpartum issues), the two are often linked.
Common questions
common questions
What people ask about orthopedic PT
What people ask about orthopedic PT
No. Tennessee is a direct-access state, so you can see us without a physician referral.
Do I need a referral?
Almost always yes. We don't believe in "stop everything and rest." We'll help you modify so you can keep moving through treatment.
Can I still exercise while I'm in treatment?
Often yes. Many conditions that have surgery recommended (meniscus issues, rotator cuff, herniated discs, hip labral issues) respond well to conservative care first. If PT isn't the right path, we'll tell you honestly and refer you.
Surgery has been recommended. Should I still try PT first?
Most PT is 20–30 minutes focused on where it hurts. We take 90 minutes for your first visit, assess how your whole body moves, and help you build real strength — not just stretch you out or hand you a theraband. That’s usually the difference between temporary relief and lasting results.
I've tried PT before and it didn't help — why would this be different?
It's not. Many of our patients come to us after years of pain — and most make real, lasting progress. Pain you've learned to live with isn't permanent.
Is it too late if I've had pain for years?
In most cases, no. A thorough movement assessment tells us far more about what's driving your pain than an image does. If we think imaging is needed, we'll refer you.
do I need an x-ray or mri first?
In most cases, no. A thorough movement assessment tells us far more about what's driving your pain than an image does. If we think imaging is needed, we'll refer you.
do I need an x-ray or mri first?
It's not. Many of our patients come to us after years of pain — and most make real, lasting progress. Pain you've learned to live with isn't permanent.
is it too late if I've had pain for years?
Most PT is 20–30 minutes focused on where it hurts. We take 90 minutes for your first visit, assess how your whole body moves, and help you build real strength — not just stretch you out or hand you a theraband. That’s usually the difference between temporary relief and lasting results.
I've tried PT before and it didn't help — why would this be different?
Often yes. Many conditions that have surgery recommended (meniscus issues, rotator cuff, herniated discs, hip labral issues) respond well to conservative care first. If PT isn't the right path, we'll tell you honestly and refer you.
Surgery has been recommended. Should I still try PT first?
Almost always yes. We don't believe in "stop everything and rest." We'll help you modify so you can keep moving through treatment.
Can I still exercise while I'm in treatment?
No. Tennessee is a direct-access state, so you can see us without a physician referral.
Do I need a referral?
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