Providing Personal Care and Effective Results in South Knoxville Since 1992

Welcome to Foothills Physical Therapy Group

Looking for a drug-free solution to your pain and movement problems?

We Can Help

WE HAVE BEEN PROVIDING PERSONAL CARE AND EFFECTIVE RESULTS IN SOUTH KNOXVILLE FOR OVER 25 YEARS. WE HELP RESTORE WELLNESS AND WE LOOK FORWARD TO HELPING YOU GET BACK TO THE THINGS YOU LOVE.

Whether you got hurt playing sports, pulling weeds, overtraining, at work, or simply had a brief uncoordinated moment, we can help. We specialize in orthopedic rehabilitation and sports medicine for student athletes, weekend warriors, and orthopedic injuries of the young and old.
Physical therapy should be the first stop when you are suffering from a musculoskeletal problem.
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Foothills Physical Therapy Group is your premier full service physical therapy private practice. Our staff is trained to efficiently rehabilitate a variety of conditions with different modalities:

Manual
Therapy

Manual therapy is a hands-on treatment by clinicians to treat muscle aches, joint pain, and limited range of motion.
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Fit Knees Program

We have successfully treated knee pain resulting from arthritis, sprains, tendonitis/bursitis, patellofemoral pain, IT Band Syndrome, and chondromalacia.
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Spine Program

Treatment often consists of gentle, hands-on techniques which often result in immediate relief of spine-related pain.
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Pre and Post-Surgical Rehab

We follow a number of post-surgical protocols and take the necessary steps to optimize healing.
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Dry Needling

Dry Needling can restore normal muscle tones, muscle length, coordination, function and strength
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Cupping

Cupping can be effective in treating the pain and disability associated with chronic neck pain and chronic low-back pain.
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Custom Orthotics

Restore your walking abilities pain free with new customized orthotics.
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Concussion Managment

Let us assist you with your recovery with a healthier mind and body.
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Read What Our Patients Are Saying

My back has been an issue since my High School days. After seeing a doctor, physical therapy was requested. I had never been through physical therapy, so I did not really know what to expect

C.K.
I developed severe pain in my left hip and was referred by my doctor to Foothills Physical Therapy.

O.H.
Wow – two feet ready to move back into running! After an ankle injury that postponed my plans for a half marathon, the crew at Foothills got me back on track.

D.M.
Before coming to see Amy I was having headaches almost everyday. In just a couple of months of therapy my headaches are virtually gone.

K.D.
I learned a significant amount about my weak core and weak right side. I learned many exercises and proper was to stand, sit, clean, and do dishes.

M.F.
I tore my ACL playing soccer. Dr. Mathien recommended Foothills Physical Therapy.

M.E.

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Physical Therapy in the News

Helpful tips & facts to guide you through your rehabilitation

Why Physical Therapy is Cost-Effective for Knee Osteoarthritis
November 20, 2024
Knee osteoarthritis is an extremely common disorder that involves the cartilage in a knee joint. In a normal knee, the ends of each bone are covered by cartilage, a smooth substance that protects the bones from one another and absorbs shock during impact.
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Therapeutic Exercise Programs Can Help with Rotator Cuff Injuries
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Rotator cuff injuries are a common cause of shoulder pain that can significantly impact daily life. Examples include conditions like rotator cuff tendinitis, rotator cuff tears, and shoulder impingement, which often result from overuse of the shoulder or
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Early PT is Likely The Best Choice for Acute Low Back Pain
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Low back pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal disorders in the U.S., affecting nearly 40% of adults each year. Whether it is due to poor posture, work-related activities, or injury, back pain can drastically reduce your quality of life and abili
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For Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Physical Therapy is More Cost-Effective
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is a common condition affecting about 5% of the US population. It arises when the median nerve in the wrist becomes compressed, leading to numbness, pain, and reduced hand function. Many people at risk for CTS are office worke
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How Therapeutic Exercise Can Assist with Musculoskeletal Disorders
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A musculoskeletal disorder is a painful condition that involves the muscles, joints, tendons, ligaments, or other structures of the body. These disorders most commonly occur in joints like the spine, ankles, knees, hips, and shoulders, resulting in pain a
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Hands-On Therapy Can Improve Patients with Common Ankle Sprains
October 9, 2024
About 25,000 people people sprain their ankle every day, and sports are involved in most of these incidents. Ankle sprains represent the most common injury in athletic activities, as they account for a whopping 45% of all sports-related injuries. But this
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Regularly Engaging in Physical Activity May Extend Your Lifespan
October 2, 2024
It's no secret that regular physical activity is essential for maintaining optimal health, but did you know that it can also extend your life expectancy? According to a comprehensive study conducted as part of the Copenhagen City Heart Study, engaging in
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Alleviating Neck Pain: The Power of Manual Therapy Over Medications
September 25, 2024
Neck pain is like an unwelcome guest that just won’t leave, and nearly everyone will experience it at some point in their lives. It can stem from various causes like poor posture, an injury, or a chronic condition, and the resulting pain can range from mi
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The Amazing Benefits of Meditation: A Journey to Better Health
September 18, 2024
Meditation is a practice that involves focusing or clearing the mind with different techniques to reach a mentally clear and emotionally calm state. It's often associated with mindfulness, which involves being present and fully engaging with whatever one
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Difference Between Surgery and Physical Therapy for Treating Meniscal
September 11, 2024
A meniscus is a wedge-shaped piece of cartilage within your knee joints. There are two menisci (plural of meniscus) in each of your knees, and the job of each of these structures is to stabilize the knee joint and absorb shock. If you've ever experienced
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