Functional Patterns Chattanooga 2310 Vance Avenue, Chattanooga, TN 37404

"Before starting with Functional Patterns (FP), my physical state was far from ideal. I was living with chronic pain, especially in my back, neck, and shoulders which impacted my daily life significantly. Simple tasks like showering, walking up stairs, or vacuuming filled me with dread, as I was constantly afraid my back would give out. I had tried various therapies to alleviate the pain, but nothing provided lasting relief. To name a few: therapeutic massage, physical therapy, and regular chiropractic visits. What motivated me to start training with FP was the need for a real solution—something that would address the root cause of my pain, not just treat the symptoms. The previous therapies were great for short term relief, but were more of a bandaid. From the first few sessions, I could tell this approach was different. Although the initial soreness from activating long-forgotten muscles was challenging, I was rescued by the MFR work, which was a godsend. I had never heard of it before FP, but it quickly became my saving grace. It's always there to support me in my pain reduction journey, so much so that I no longer need to schedule expensive massages. And as I’ve grown stronger, I find I need it less and less. If you know, you know!!! Since training with FP the results have been remarkable. My daily pain, which used to range between 5-8, has reduced to a manageable 0-3. Considering I’ve dealt with this pain for over five years, I count this as a significant success—and it’s only been THREE MONTHS! The training has provided increased strength and support in my body which has drastically reduced my daily pain and increased my confidence in daily activities. I’m no longer scared to vacuum! The most unexpected benefit of my journey with FP has been the knowledge sharing paired with the exercises. Added bonus! It’s been incredibly helpful to understand not just how my body moves and functions, but also why it works the way it does and how it can work better with LESS PAIN. For example, learning that a pinched nerve under the clavicle can cause neck and shoulder pain was a game-changer for me. Now, when I feel that pain creeping in, instead of pulling my shoulders down (which only made it worse), I know to raise my shoulders to create space. It's been a game changer - especially working at a computer all day. What sets FP apart from other methods I’ve tried is the focus on addressing the root issue, rather than temporarily easing the symptoms OR attributing pain to emotions or stress (my previous physical therapy experience). This approach has been incredibly validating and empowering, especially after being told the pain was all in my head and there was nothing physically that needed to be addressed. FP isn’t just a temporary fix; it’s creating new patterns, pathways, and lasting behavior changes that will keep me pain-free and protected for life. For anyone considering Functional Patterns for rehabilitation or any pain-free physical goals, I wholeheartedly recommend it. It’s a healing and empowering journey that will have you rethinking even the smallest everyday movements, leading to a life of accessibility and freedom from pain. I’m excited to see what the next three months will bring as I continue to build strength and hopefully return to beloved hobbies like climbing and kayaking that I once thought were out of reach. ...also, Courtney and Chris are AMAZING!"

"Love Courtney. She is so knowledgeable and patient. I've just started working with her and she has filled the gaps in my workout routine to get me moving efficiently and without pain. Best investment in myself"

"If you want training that will get you out of pain and help you look better, this is for you. For years I did home or class functional training like cross-fit or LesMills thinking that it would improve my low back and knee pain, but I actually just experienced more injuries. Functional Patterns as trained by PrimaStrong has helped me identify my muscle imbalances and areas where I had almost no conscious control of my muscles, while still providing very intense workouts. I’ve gained more muscle mass in the 8 months of training with Courtney than I have in the years of doing functional training classes. And my posture has changed and my pain very much lessened."

"Experiencing pain daily was very humbling. I was an athlete in high school and always kept myself in decent shape. But training hard without diagnosing my dysfunctions led to lower back pain and poor posture. My regular weightlifting and CrossFit routine contributed to severe lower back pain every morning when I woke up. Simple tasks would cause days of soreness. I tweaked my hamstring almost every time I sprinted full speed. Hinging at the waist was always an adventure. Basically, I could only live life at 50% due to fear of hurting something. I've been working with Courtney for almost 3 years now, and it has been life-changing. After a few months of training, I realized I hadn't been feeling any back pain. Some days, I perform tasks without even thinking about it which would've left me crippled in pain in the past. I feel like every session of Functional Patterns adds quality years to my life. I highly recommend using a practitioner to get the best results from FP."

"When I started working with Courtney, I was feeling pretty hopeless about my pain and the dysfunction in my body for the past seven years after having back surgery, especially being a fitness professional myself. I've been to so many bodyworkers and doctors for help with my pain and always felt dismissed or nothing would help. Courtney is such a great listener, and I always feel supported in our virtual sessions. One year into working with Courtney, I feel stronger, and my body moves better, but the most important thing to me is that I now have hope that I can heal and get back to the best and strongest version of me."