Functional Manual Therapy® | Physical Therapy at Congruency
Functional Manual Therapy® is an advanced approach to physical therapy that combines precise, hands-on treatment with a deep understanding of how the body moves as an integrated system.
What is Functional Manual Therapy®?
Functional Manual Therapy® is an advanced approach to physical therapy that combines precise, hands-on treatment with a deep understanding of how the body moves as an integrated system.
Rather than focusing only on the site of pain, this approach zooms in and out—assessing specific joints, soft tissues, nerves, and organs while also examining how those parts work together during real-life movements like walking, lifting, breathing, and reaching.
At Congruency Therapy & Wellness, functional manual therapy addresses two key foundations of movement health:
Mechanical capacity — the mobility and adaptability of joints, muscles, fascia, nerves, and visceral structures
Neuromuscular function — how well muscles activate, coordinate, and sustain movement with strength, control, and endurance
Hands-on treatment is intentionally paired with movement retraining and education so improvements carry over into daily life—not just the treatment table.
The goal is not simply to reduce symptoms, but to restore the body’s ability to move efficiently, confidently, and sustainably over time.
Who This Is Service For?
Functional Manual Therapy® may be a strong fit if you:
Are wellness-oriented and proactive about your health
Want to continue doing the activities you love long-term
Have persistent or recurring movement limitations
Prefer one-on-one, individualized care
It may not be the best fit if you’re looking for brief, exercise-only visits or symptom-focused care without deeper assessment.
What an Appointment Is Like
Sessions are calm, unrushed, and collaborative.
You can expect:
A comprehensive movement and manual assessment
Hands-on treatment targeting key restrictions
Guided movement and strength work
Education you can immediately apply
Appointments are typically longer than traditional clinics, allowing space for depth and precision.
Meet Our Therapists
Our highly trained physical therapists in both Charlotte and Lake Norman are proud to work one on one for 1 hour with our clients. We are always learning new ways to provide you with world class physical therapy treatment. We are committed to making the best decision to keep you doing the activities you love!
1 on 1 Sessions for 1 hr
Time to solve complex problems
Individualized Approach
Your treatment will be customized to YOU
Whole Body Treatment
Your problem may not be isolated to one area
Compassionate Care
We meet you where you are in your journey
General FAQs
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All of our sessions are 1on1 for 1 hour which give our therapists time to listen, thoroughly assess, and treat your problem.
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Comfortable clothing that allows movement and breathing assessment. Preferably limit baggy clothing so assist in our ability to assess your posture/movement.
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North Carolina is a full direct access state with no restrictions. This means you do not need a referral for physical therapy unless your insurance specifically requires one for reimbursement purposes.
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We are an out of network provider for physical therapy services. We have adopted this model specifically because it gives us more time to assess and treat your specific problem without seeing multiple clients at one time.
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We serve Charlotte, Cornelius, and the Lake Norman area. Click here for our Midtown office and click here for our Lake Norman office.
Check out our Functional Manual Therapy® blog to learn more.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you’re looking for physical therapy in Charlotte, Lake Norman, or Cornelius, NC that prioritizes understanding your body—not just treating symptoms—we invite you to schedule an initial evaluation.