Barbell Physical Therapy in Wilmington, NC

WE’re Built for Heavy Lifters

Your PR attempts shouldn't end in pain. We understand heavy lifting and will get you back under the barbell safely without telling you to "just stop lifting heavy”.

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Don't Let These Limit
Your Lifts

Pain That Stops Your Progress

Nagging aches in your back, shoulders, or knees that force you to scale down or skip training days.

Fear of

Heavy Weights

You're holding back on loading, worried that going heavy will aggravate your injury.

Generic Rehab That Doesn't Get It

Cookie-cutter programs from providers who don't understand the demands of barbell sports.

What's Included

in Your Care

Our specialized approach combines clinical expertise with deep understanding of barbell sports to help you lift pain-free and perform at your peak.

Movement Screen & Analysis

Detailed assessment of your lifting patterns to identify what's causing breakdowns under load.

Barbell-Specific Manual Therapy

Targeted treatment for the unique demands of squatting, pressing, and pulling heavy weights.

Sport-Specific Correctives

Exercise modifications and accessory work designed around your lifting schedule
and goals.

Return to Lifting Protocol

Progressive loading strategies to get you back under the barbell safely
and confidently.

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"Due their active methods, not just treating the area that symptoms occur and getting to the root cause of my issues I am now able to have an active lifestyle I enjoy again! I’m back in lifting weights under Dr. Eliza’s
guidance after 2 years!"

Sydney Groenendaal
Conditions We Treat

Common Issues We Help Barbell Athletes Overcome

From lifting-related pain to movement dysfunctions that limit your PRs, we've helped competitive lifters and CrossFit athletes overcome these challenges and return stronger than before.

Lower Back Pain from Deadlifts & Squats - Muscle spasms, disc issues, and pain that flares with heavy lifting

Shoulder Impingement from Overhead Work - Pain with pressing, Olympic lifts, and kipping movements

Knee Pain from Squatting Below Parallel - Joint pain, tracking issues, and limited depth under load

Hip Mobility Restrictions - Limited range affecting squat depth and Olympic lifting positions

Wrist & Elbow Pain from High Volume Training - Overuse injuries from repetitive gripping and pressing

Post-Competition Recovery - Managing fatigue and addressing imbalances after meets or competitions

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How We Work

Simple Steps to Get back to you

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Schedule your free consultation

Discovery call to learn about your goals and see if we're the right fit.

come in for an initial evaluation

Comprehensive 60-minute assessment and personalized treatment plan creation.

get a custom plan to conquer your movement

Begin your guided journey back to the activities you love, stronger than before.

Success Stories from Everyday Athletes

“I can’t recommend Conquer Movement enough! After spending year after year in traditional physical therapy since 2018 I felt like my movement and pain issues just couldn’t be resolved. Dr. Eliza made it possible for me to get better and thrive again when it comes to being more active! Thank you!”
Sydney Groenendaal
"I can't recommend Dr. Evan at Conquer Movement enough. He took the time to train me on proper lifting techniques, which has made a big difference in my performance and confidence. Whether you're trying to get better at your sport, hobby, or just want to move and feel better, Dr. Evan is the person to see.”
Matthew Hale
"The best physical therapy practice I've been to. They offer therapy 1 on 1. They are not giving therapy to multiple patients at once. It's probably the cleanest office I've visited. Steve was my therapist. I got dry needling on my facial muscles. He was very skilled, professional, and easy to talk to and made sure I understood what he was going to address by explaining and showing me pictures. Really appreciate his expertise."
Susan Johnson
"Conquer Movement has exceeded my expectations as usual, as head coach of the highest level of gymnastics offered here in Wilmington, I have spent years looking for a place that would treat the girls as athletes. I have been working closely with Conquer Movement for the last 18 months and 5 of my high-level athletes just finished a 12-week strength training class with them. Not only did they learn a lot about proper technique and form but they were challenged to try new things and push themselves, while simultaneously being constantly encouraged and supported throughout the workouts."
Taylor Townsend

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes your approach different for barbell athletes?

We started as barbell athlete rehab specialists. Our therapists understand the unique demands of Olympic lifting, powerlifting, and CrossFit. We know what it takes to return to heavy lifting safely and help you become more resilient under load.

Do I have to stop lifting during treatment?

Not at all! We believe in keeping you under the barbell throughout your recovery. 
We'll modify loads and movements as needed, providing guidance on what's
safe and beneficial during your treatment.

What lifting-related injuries do you treat most often?

We commonly treat back pain from deadlifts and squats, shoulder impingement from overhead work, knee pain from squatting, and wrist/elbow issues from high-volume training. We also help with movement dysfunctions that limit performance.

Can you help me get back to competition lifting?

Absolutely. We've helped competitive Olympic weightlifters, powerlifters, and CrossFit athletes return to competition stronger than before. We understand the demands of meet prep and competition schedules.

How do you work around my training schedule?

We design treatment plans that complement your lifting schedule, not compete with it. We provide specific guidance on what to modify, when to back off, and how to progress back to
full intensity safely.

Still have questions?

We're here to help you understand how our barbell-specific approach can work for your lifting goals.

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Ready to Lift
Without Limits?

Don't let pain keep you from the PRs and goals you're chasing. Our team understands barbell sports and is ready to help you return to heavy lifting with confidence.

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