Core Focus DPT

October is National Physical Therapy Month, a time to recognize the impact of movement and the professionals who help people live stronger, pain-free lives. I’m Dr. Charlotte Singletary, PT, DPT, and I work with active adults to help them recover, rebuild, and return to the activities that matter most, whether that’s running, lifting, parenting, or simply moving through the day without pain.

Physical therapy isn’t just about injury recovery, it’s about helping people move better, feel stronger, and live more fully.

What Physical Therapy Really Is

Physical therapy is a hands-on, evidence-based profession that focuses on restoring movement and function across all stages of life. A physical therapist looks beyond the symptoms to find and address the root cause of pain, weakness, or imbalance.

Through manual therapy, movement retraining, and individualized exercise, PT helps people recover from injury, prevent future issues, and improve overall quality of life. Rather than relying on quick fixes or masking symptoms, the goal is long-term, sustainable healing that empowers you to understand and move your body better.

Every session is tailored to meet the needs of the individual. Whether we’re addressing a recent injury, improving core strength, or enhancing mobility, the process always begins with listening to your story, because understanding how you move starts with understanding you.

My Approach to Recovery and Strength

In my practice, I combine orthopedic rehabilitation, pelvic health, and functional strength training to help clients bridge the gap between rehab and real life. My sessions are one-on-one, allowing for a personal, guided experience that focuses on your goals and progress.

My treatment approach may include:

• Manual Therapy to reduce muscle tension and improve joint mobility
• Neuromuscular Re-education to retrain coordination and balance
• Therapeutic Exercise to rebuild strength and endurance
• Postural and Breathwork Training to restore stability and movement control
• Wellness and Lifestyle Coaching to integrate strength and mobility into daily routines

I believe movement is medicine. When you move well, you live well, and that’s what true recovery looks like. My goal is to help people move from surviving to thriving, building confidence through strength, balance, and purposeful movement.

Who Can Benefit from Physical Therapy

You don’t have to be injured or an athlete to benefit from physical therapy. PT can help if you’re:

• Recovering from an orthopedic or sports injury
• Experiencing back, hip, or shoulder pain
• Rebuilding strength and pelvic floor function after childbirth
• Managing posture-related tension from long hours of sitting or stress
• Wanting to stay active and strong as you age

Physical therapy meets you where you are and helps you get where you want to go!

How to Celebrate National Physical Therapy Month

This October, take a moment to prioritize your health and mobility. You can:

• Schedule a movement or posture assessment to identify areas of imbalance before they become painful.
• Learn one new mobility or strength exercise and make it part of your daily routine.
• Share your story or gratitude for a physical therapist who’s helped you. Share your testimonials online!
• Spread the word on social media using #ChoosePT, #CoreFocusDPT, and #NationalPhysicalTherapyMonth.

Physical therapy is more than treatment, it’s transformation through movement. So this October, celebrate progress, strength, and the ability to keep doing what you love for years to come.

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