Expert Low Back Pain Physical Therapy in Charleston, SC
You shouldn't have to put your life on hold because of back pain. At Made 2 Move, every session is a full 60+ minutes, 1-on-1 with your own Doctor of Physical Therapy — no aides, no cookie-cutter programs, no guesswork. We find the root cause of your pain and build a clear plan to get you back to the active life you love. Voted Best Physical Therapy in Charleston 2 years running. 5-star rated with 203 Google reviews.
Still Dealing With Back Pain That Won't Go Away?
You've tried resting it, pushing through it, maybe even another round of PT — and the pain keeps coming back. You're not broken. You just haven't found the root cause yet.
You've Been Told to Just Rest
Generic PT Hasn't Worked
You're Afraid of Making It Worse
Rest masks the problem — it doesn't solve it. If your pain returns every time you get back to training, running, or daily life, something deeper is being missed.
If your previous PT had you on a table with a TENS unit and a printout of band exercises, it's no wonder you plateaued. You need individualized treatment, not a protocol.
Living in fear of your own body is exhausting. You deserve a clear plan that tells you exactly what to do — and gives you the confidence to move again without second-guessing every step.
Why Charleston Chooses Made 2 Move for Back Pain
Made 2 Move is not your average physical therapy clinic. We're a performance PT practice built for active adults and athletes who refuse to sit on the sidelines. Every visit is a full 60+ minute, 1-on-1 session with your own Doctor of Physical Therapy — never handed off to a tech or aide. We start with a 90-minute deep-dive assessment to find what's actually driving your low back pain, then build a fully individualized plan delivered straight to your phone. Self-pay with 100% cost transparency — HSA/FSA accepted, no surprise bills.
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60+ min, 1-on-1 with your Doctor of PT every single visit — no techs, no aides, no shortcuts
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90-minute root-cause assessment with movement screens and strength testing included
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Located inside Ethos Athletic Club — a 21,000 sq ft performance gym with infrared sauna and steam room
Getting Back to Pain-Free Living Is a 3-Step Process
Step 1: Find the Root Cause
Step 2: Follow Your Custom Plan
Step 3: Get Back to What You Love
Your 90-minute initial assessment goes beyond the painful spot. We use movement screens, strength testing, and a full history to identify exactly what's driving your low back pain.
Your Doctor of PT builds an individualized program — delivered to your phone — that combines hands-on manual therapy, dry needling, and progressive strength work to fix the problem for good.
With a clear return-to-activity plan and the tools to stay pain-free on your own, you'll move with more confidence, strength, and freedom than before your injury.
Low Back Pain Physical Therapy for Active Charlestonians
Whether you're a runner dealing with nagging lumbar tightness, a desk worker with chronic sciatica, or an athlete managing a disc herniation, our Doctors of PT have seen it — and treated it. We specialize in the full spectrum of spine and orthopedic conditions, with a performance-first approach that keeps you moving near me in Downtown Charleston and throughout the Lowcountry.
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Low Back Pain, Sciatica & Disc Herniation — the most common conditions we treat, addressed at the root cause
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Knee Pain, Runner's Knee, ACL Injuries & IT Band Syndrome — keeping athletes on the field and on the road
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Neck Pain, Mid Back Pain, Shoulder & Rotator Cuff Injuries — full-spine and upper extremity care
Gary Bolduc
"Originally experiencing back pain when running, Nicolette performed a complete assessment and determined the best path forward to address weaknesses that were the primary cause of my pain. In a less than expected time period, she had me running pain free — and also improved my overall leg strength, making me a stronger runner!"
Kris Litman-Koon
"For over a year I experienced a lot of pain if I ran more than 2 or 3 miles. I worked with AG, and she did a phenomenal job diagnosing what was going on and creating a personalized plan for strength and training. I'm back to running long distances pain-free and I look forward to racing again."
Mike Hirsch
"Made 2 Move has been truly life-changing. Dr. Nicolette Fisher is exceptional — thoughtful, knowledgeable, and incredibly supportive. I've regained confidence, strength, and mobility, and I'm now moving pain-free. What sets Made 2 Move apart is the personalized approach that bridges physical therapy and real-world performance."
Meet Your Downtown Charleston Doctors of Physical Therapy
Every provider at Made 2 Move is a Doctor of Physical Therapy.
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Dr. Nicolette Fisher, PT, DPT, OCS, OMT-C
A board-certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist and MUSC-trained DPT with a completed Orthopedic Residency. Nicolette is a former collegiate cross country and track athlete who brings lived experience to every running rehab case. Specialties: knee pain & running rehab, shoulder pain, HYROX & CrossFit athlete rehab, postpartum return to running, and orthopedic manual therapy.
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Doctor of Physical Therapy
Dr. Jordan Paul, PT, DPT
Doctor of Physical Therapy, Downtown Charleston. MUSC-trained DPT with a B.S. in Exercise Science from the University of South Carolina. Specializes in knee pain, running injuries, neck and back pain, and shoulder rehab. Grew up as a competitive tennis athlete and brings a deep, holistic understanding of active patients to every session.
Co-Owner & Doctor of Physical Therapy
Dr. Hannah Breal, PT, DPT
Co-owner of Made 2 Move and MUSC-trained DPT with credentials in Precision Nutrition (PN-L1) and CrossFit (CF-L1). Hannah built this practice around the belief that exercise and strength are medicine. Specialties: CrossFit & HYROX rehab, shoulder and rotator cuff injuries, back pain, knee tendinopathy, and lifestyle health coaching.
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Director of ACL & Sports Rehab
Laura Sapper, ATC, OTC, CSMS
A Certified Athletic Trainer and sports rehab specialist with a background spanning collegiate athletics, high school sports medicine, and four years in orthopedic surgery. Laura leads our ACL program with a comprehensive return-to-sport test battery used by professional athletes. Specialties: ACL rehab, youth and collegiate athlete rehab, post-surgical sports rehabilitation, and lower extremity performance training.
Visit Us in Downtown Charleston, SC
We're just 5 minutes from Downtown Charleston via Meeting St — take Meeting St north toward the upper peninsula, turn left onto Huger St, and you'll find us at 311 Huger St, Suite B, inside Ethos Athletic Club. Conveniently located near the MUSC campus and the Ravenel Bridge corridor, with ample street parking.
Your Questions, Answered
Do you accept insurance?
We are a self-pay practice, which means we work directly with you — no insurance middlemen, no surprise bills, and 100% cost transparency from day one. We accept HSA and FSA cards, and we can provide a superbill for potential out-of-network reimbursement from your insurance provider.
What happens at my first appointment?
Your first visit is a 90-minute deep-dive assessment — not a rushed intake. Your Doctor of Physical Therapy will take a full history, run movement screens and strength tests, identify the root cause of your low back pain, and build a personalized plan with you before you leave. No cookie-cutter protocols, no guesswork.
Can I keep training while I'm doing physical therapy?
Absolutely — that's exactly our approach. We don't shut you down; we find your entry point back into your sport or training. Our goal is to keep you moving, modify what needs to be modified, and build you back stronger than before. Most of our patients train throughout their entire PT program.