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WildHawk Physical Therapy We Help Active Adults Get Back to Their Workouts and Hobbies Without Pain Medications or Surgery. We have locations in both Asheville, NC and Port Orange, FL.
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At WildHawk Physical Therapy, we understand that every single person’s pain is unique. Which is why our first step is to get a deep understanding of what is happening to your body and how it is effecting your life so we can create a plan that focuses on YOU and your goals. https://wildhawkphysicaltherapy.com/who-we-help/

11/03/2026

🏃♀️ RUNNERS: Just because you've had pain for 20 years doesn't mean you have to deal with it for the next 20! 👇

I recently spoke with a runner in her 50s who's been dealing with hip pain for most of her adult life.

And here's the thing...

She's STILL running 5 days a week. She's putting in 16-mile runs. She's disciplined, motivated, and committed to staying active.

But she's doing ALL of that with chronic, nagging hip pain.

And somewhere along the way, she started accepting that pain as her "normal."

Sound familiar? 🤔

Here's what we want you to understand...
🚫 Just because you've had pain for years doesn't mean you can't improve.
🚫 Just because you're getting older doesn't mean you should lower your expectations.
🚫 And just because you CAN run through pain doesn't mean you SHOULD have to.
This runner doesn't just want to get rid of her pain.

🔥 She wants to run FASTER. 🔥 She wants to get back to half marathons and triathlons. 🔥 She wants to stay STRONG and ACTIVE for decades to come.

And THAT is exactly why we LOVE working with runners at WildHawk Physical Therapy! 🦅

You're motivated. You're disciplined. You're willing to put in the work.

Sometimes, you just need the right guidance.

Our job isn't to tell you to stop running. It's to identify what's holding you back, address the factors contributing to your pain, and build the strength and resilience you need to keep doing what you love.

Because getting older shouldn't mean giving up on your goals.

Whether you're 30, 50, or 70, you deserve the opportunity to keep running, getting stronger, and challenging what your body is capable of.

📲 Tired of accepting pain as your new normal?

DM us "RUNNER" to schedule a FREE Discovery Call and find out how we can help you get back to running with confidence!

Don't just keep running. Keep running STRONG. 💪🦅

10/31/2026

🎃👻 SPIRIT WEEK AT WILDHAWK PT! 🦅

Who says physical therapists can't have a little fun at work?! 😂

We decided to get into the Halloween spirit this week with a little friendly competition between our WildHawk teams!

And let's just say… our crew understood the assignment! 🙌

Here's how we celebrated:
🏈 Monday – Kickoff Monday: Repping our favorite sports teams!
🍂 Tuesday – Fall Colors: Bringing all the cozy autumn vibes!
🤪 Wednesday – Wacky Tacky Wednesday: The crazier the outfit, the better!
👕 Thursday – Flannel Day: Breaking out our best flannels!
🎃 Friday – Costume Day: The grand finale!

We work hard to help our clients recover, get stronger, and get back to doing what they love, but we also believe in having a great time with the people we work alongside!
And as for our Halloween costumes… 👀

You'll have to wait until TOMORROW'S post to see what we came up with! 😂🐼

Trust us, you won't want to miss this one!

👇 Which Spirit Week theme is your favorite?

Recover. Empower. Soar. 🦅

10/29/2026

🚨 PHYSICAL THERAPY DIDN'T WORK FOR YOU? READ THIS! 👇

Just because you've tried physical therapy before and didn't get the results you wanted doesn't mean physical therapy doesn't work.

You might've just been at the wrong clinic for YOUR goals.

Here's the thing...
Not all physical therapy is the same. And if you're a runner, weightlifter, CrossFit athlete, weekend warrior, or just someone who refuses to slow down as you get older, you need a physical therapist who understands what you're trying to accomplish. 💪

That's where PERFORMANCE PHYSICAL THERAPY comes in!

At WildHawk Physical Therapy, we specialize in helping active adults and athletes who want MORE than just temporary pain relief.

🔥 Here's what makes our approach different:
✅ WE UNDERSTAND YOUR LIFESTYLE. We work with athletes and active adults every single day. We understand the demands of running, lifting, competing, and staying active.
✅ WE'RE HANDS-ON. Our 1-on-1 sessions combine manual therapy with targeted exercises to help you move and feel better.
✅ WE DON'T STOP WHEN THE PAIN STOPS. We progressively challenge your strength, mobility, and resilience with higher-level exercises that prepare you for the activities you actually love.

Because here's what we want you to understand...
Being pain-free doesn't necessarily mean you're ready to perform at 100%.

There's a BIG difference between being able to get through your day without pain and being able to deadlift heavy, crush a marathon, or compete at your highest level.
And THAT'S the gap we're here to bridge. 🦅

So if you've tried traditional physical therapy and felt like you never got back to where you wanted to be...
Don't give up on physical therapy. Find a clinic that understands YOUR goals!

📲 DM us "PERFORM" to schedule a FREE Discovery Call and find out how we can help you get back to doing what you love — and beyond!

Recover. Empower. Soar. 🦅

10/28/2026

💪 YEARS of shoulder pain… GONE! 🙌

Imagine dealing with shoulder pain for years, trying different treatments, and still not getting the relief you've been looking for.

That was Danny's experience before coming to WildHawk Physical Therapy in Port Orange, FL!

After struggling with chronic shoulder pain, Danny started working with Dr. Zak Norris, who developed a personalized treatment plan focused on strengthening the muscles around his shoulder and addressing what was contributing to his pain.

And the results? 👇
✅ After just a few sessions, his chronic shoulder pain started decreasing.
✅ A few sessions later, he was PAIN-FREE!
✅ He's back to lifting and exercising without shoulder pain holding him back!

Here's what Danny had to say:
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"Working with Zak at Wildhawk Physical Therapy has been a blessing."

What makes this story special isn't just that Danny got out of pain.

It's that he finally found an approach that worked for him after years of struggling.

At WildHawk, we believe physical therapy should be more than temporary pain relief. We focus on identifying what's contributing to your symptoms, building strength, and helping you confidently return to the activities you love.

👏 Huge shoutout to Danny for putting in the work and to Dr. Zak for helping him get back to doing what he loves!

📍 Port Orange, FL

👉 Dealing with shoulder pain that's keeping you from lifting, exercising, or enjoying life? Send us a DM to learn how we can help!

Recover. Empower. Soar. 🦅

10/27/2026

When you tell Dr. Ryan to build a slosh pipe and he builds it for GIANTS…😂💀

The idea was simple: Build a slosh pipe to challenge core strength, stability, and control.

The ex*****on? Well… let's just say we might have gotten a little carried away with the dimensions. 🤣

💪 Coming soon: Slosh Pipe 2.0 — The Human Edition.

Because while we love challenging our patients, we'd also like them to be able to lift the equipment. 😂

Who thinks they could handle Ryan's giant slosh pipe? 👇

10/26/2026

🚨 Ladies, lower back and pelvic pain shouldn't be something you just have to live with!
Whether you're lifting weights, running, navigating pregnancy or postpartum recovery, or simply trying to get through your day without discomfort, lower back and pelvic pain can have a major impact on your quality of life.

But here's something important to understand:

Just because you're feeling pain in your lower back doesn't necessarily mean that's where the problem starts! 👀

Your lower back, hips, pelvis, and pelvic floor all work together. When something isn't functioning well, it can contribute to discomfort in other areas.

Our newest blog, "Lower Back and Pelvic Pain in Females: Causes & Treatment," breaks down:
🔹 Common causes: Muscle strains, joint issues, pregnancy-related changes, pelvic floor dysfunction, and other pelvic health conditions.
🔹 The connection: How your lower back, hips, and pelvic floor influence one another.
🔹 Treatment options: How physical therapy, targeted strengthening, mobility work, and hands-on treatment may help.
🔹 When to seek help: Why persistent symptoms or changes in bladder and bowel function deserve further evaluation.
💪 At WildHawk Physical Therapy, we believe women deserve more than being told to rest, stretch, or accept pain as normal.

Our approach focuses on understanding what's contributing to your symptoms and creating an individualized treatment plan that helps you move with confidence.

Whether your goal is getting back to CrossFit, running pain-free, staying active during pregnancy, or feeling stronger postpartum, we're here to help!

👉 Want to learn more? Read the full blog on our website!

💬 Have questions about pelvic health physical therapy? Drop them in the comments or send us a DM!

Recover. Empower. Soar. 🦅

10/25/2026

🏃 RUNNERS: If the same nagging injuries keep interrupting your training, READ THIS! 👇

Whether you're training for a half marathon, full marathon, or ultra marathon, there's something we consistently see in runners dealing with recurring injuries...

They're missing SPECIFIC strength. 💪

Now, before you get defensive...we're NOT saying you're weak!

If you can run 10, 20, or 30+ miles, you're clearly capable of doing some incredible things.

BUT...running long distances requires more than endurance.

Your body needs the right strength and stability in your core, hips, thighs, and ankles to handle THOUSANDS of repetitive steps without overloading certain tissues.
And when those areas aren't doing their job?

🚫 Nagging knee pain
🚫 Recurring hip or back pain
🚫 Achilles and other tendon issues
🚫 Injuries that keep coming back every training cycle
Sound familiar?

Maybe you've already tried stretching, resting, medications, YouTube exercises, or even physical therapy...
But you're STILL not back to 100%.

Here's what we want you to understand:
🔥 You don't necessarily need to stop running. You need to figure out what's MISSING.
At WildHawk Physical Therapy, we help runners identify strength deficits, address the factors contributing to their injuries, and build the resilience needed to tolerate the demands of distance running.

And we LOVE working with runners because you're disciplined, motivated, and willing to put in the work.

You just need the right game plan! 🎯

📲 DM us "RUNNER" to schedule a FREE Discovery Call and find out how we can help you get back to training with confidence.

Stop chasing pain. Start chasing PRs. 🦅

10/24/2026

🕯️ Good vibes, great company, and a little candle-making!

We traded in our treatment tables for candle-making supplies at Willow Hill Soap Company for our latest WildHawk quarterly team outing! 🙌

At WildHawk Physical Therapy, we're all about helping our clients feel their best, but we also believe in taking time to connect, have fun, and make memories outside the clinic.

This quarter, we got to tap into our creative sides, share some laughs, and make our very own candles! 🕯️😂

We're grateful for a team that works hard, supports one another, and knows how to have a good time together.

A huge thank you to Willow Hill Soap Company for hosting us and making it such a fun experience!

Now the real question... whose candle turned out the best? 👀

Recover. Empower. Soar. 🦅

10/23/2026

🎉 Port Orange, we've got another new face joining the WildHawk family! 🦅💙

Help us give a big welcome to Trinity Baar, one of our newest Patient Care Coordinators at WildHawk Physical Therapy in Port Orange, FL!

At WildHawk, we believe that a great patient experience starts the moment you reach out to us, and Trinity brings the kind of positive energy and people-first attitude that makes all the difference! 🙌

Let's get to know Trinity a little better! 👇
😊 She's a people person! With a background in customer service and hospitality management, Trinity loves connecting with people from all walks of life and making everyone feel welcome.
🏃♀️ She's great at keeping up with a busy environment! Her experience working in fast-paced settings has helped her develop the communication and organizational skills that make a great Patient Care Coordinator.
📚 She has a background in early childhood education! Trinity's experience working with children has helped shape her patient, caring, and supportive approach to helping others.
🎨 She's got a creative side! Outside the clinic, Trinity loves expressing herself through hairstyling and art projects.
✈️ She loves exploring new places! Traveling and experiencing new destinations are some of her favorite ways to spend her free time.
❤️ Family and friends mean everything! When she's not working or exploring her creative interests, Trinity enjoys spending quality time with the people closest to her.
One of the things we're most excited about is Trinity's passion for creating positive experiences and making people feel comfortable and cared for.

Whether she's helping you schedule your first appointment, answering questions, or greeting you when you walk through our doors, she's here to help make your WildHawk experience a great one!

We're excited to have Trinity on the team as we continue growing our Port Orange clinic! 💪

Drop a comment below and help us give Trinity a warm WildHawk welcome! 👇🎉

Recover. Empower. Soar.

10/22/2026

🎉 Port Orange, help us welcome Lauren to the WildHawk Physical Therapy family! 🦅💙

We're excited to introduce Lauren, one of our newest Patient Care Coordinators at our Port Orange, FL location!

If you've ever called our clinic, scheduled an appointment, or walked through our doors, you know how important it is to have someone who makes you feel welcome from the very beginning.

And that's exactly the kind of energy Lauren brings to the team! 🙌

Here are some fun facts about Lauren! 👇
🏡 She's a Port Orange local! Originally from New Jersey, Lauren has called the Port Orange area home for over 20 years.
👩👧👦 She's a proud mom of two! Family is a huge part of her life, and you'll often find her supporting her kids and other young athletes in the community.
🏈 You can find her on the sidelines! Lauren has been involved in youth sports and community volunteering for 16 years. Whether she's at a football field or cheer practice, she's always cheering someone on!
📣 She's a cheer coach! Coaching cheer is one of her biggest passions, and she loves helping young athletes grow in confidence and teamwork.
🏥 Healthcare isn't new to her! Lauren has experience in radiology, orthotics, and prosthetics. After spending several years helping run a local family business, she's excited to return to healthcare with WildHawk.
😄 She loves making people smile! Lauren describes herself as a people person who enjoys meeting new faces, sharing a laugh, and making someone's day a little brighter.
At WildHawk, we believe the patient experience starts long before you ever meet your physical therapist.

It's about feeling welcomed, supported, and genuinely cared for from that very first interaction. ❤️

We're so excited to have Lauren helping us create that experience for our Port Orange community!

Help us give Lauren a big WildHawk welcome in the comments! 👇🎉

Recover. Empower. Soar.

Address

1070 Tunnel Road, Bldg 2, STE 90
Asheville, NC
28805

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 6pm

Telephone

+18283658133

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