Physical Therapy serving Winston-Salem, NC

Stop Getting Stuck at 80%

Winston-Salem athletes deserve rehab that doesn't stop when the pain fades. At Elite Movement in the Innovation Quarter, we take you through every phase of recovery — including the return-to-performance phase most clinics skip entirely.

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Find Elite Movement in Winston-Salem

We're located at 225 E 5th St in the Innovation Quarter — convenient to athletes throughout Winston-Salem.

What We Offer

Full Performance Care in Winston-Salem

PT, personal training, and nutrition coaching — all under one roof.

Physical Therapy

Cash-based physical therapy in Winston-Salem — one-on-one with a DPT to find the root cause of your pain or injury and build a plan to get you back to full performance.

Sports Physical Therapy

Performance-driven sports physical therapy for athletes and active adults in Winston-Salem. One-on-one care with a DPT — built to take you all the way through return to sport, not just out of pain.

Personal Training

Assessment-first personal training in Winston-Salem for athletes and active adults who are serious about results. Your program is built from real force plate and dynamometer data — not recycled from someone else's plan.

Nutrition Coaching

Performance nutrition coaching in Winston-Salem integrated with physical therapy and personal training. Daily coach access, weekly check-ins, and a plan that adjusts with your actual progress — not a static handout you figure out alone.

What Winston-Salem Athletes Are Saying

Real results from runners, lifters, and competitors who refused to settle.

Stefan really knows what he’s doing. His technical knowledge of how the body works is impressive yet he manages to breakdown scientific jargon into easy-to-digest nuggets for practical application.
Samuel Austin Adams
Great experience!
Cash
I’ve been training with David for nearly a year, and I’ve never felt better. I came in with several sports injuries, and thanks to his expert care and personalized approach, every one of them has improved significantly. David’s knowledge and attention to detail are unmatched, and the environment at Elite Movement is incredibly supportive and motivating. The entire team of trainers and physical therapists truly cares about your progress, making it the perfect place to recover, grow, and perform at your best.
Morgan Stopyra

FAQs

Common questions from Winston-Salem athletes before booking their first visit at Elite Movement.

Do I need a doctor's referral to start physical therapy in Winston-Salem?

No. North Carolina allows direct access to physical therapy, meaning you can schedule your free phone consult and evaluation without seeing a physician first. If your insurance plan requires a referral for out-of-network reimbursement, we can help you work through that after your first visit.

What makes Elite Movement different from other PT options in Winston-Salem?

Every session is one-on-one with David Craft, PT, DPT — no aides, no rotating staff, no 20-minute timer. We use objective testing including force plate and VALD assessments to guide your program and confirm you're ready to return to sport. There's no guessing and no stopping at pain relief when there's more work to do.

Will I have to stop training while I'm in PT?

Usually not. For most injuries, smart training is part of the recovery process. We'll adjust loads, intensity, or movement selection as needed, but the goal is to keep you active and progressing throughout your program — not waiting on the sidelines until you feel better.

Why should I pay out of pocket when insurance might cover PT elsewhere?

Because what you get here is fundamentally different. Every visit is one-on-one with a Doctor of Physical Therapy focused entirely on your sport and your goals — not insurance codes. We provide superbills for patients who want to seek out-of-network reimbursement, and most find they need fewer total visits because the root cause is actually addressed from the start.

How do I get started at Elite Movement in Winston-Salem?

Book a free phone consult on our website. David Craft, PT, DPT will connect with you to understand your goals, review your injury history, and confirm Elite Movement is the right fit before your first appointment.

Still Have Questions?

Still Have Questions?

Ready to Train Without Limits?

If you're an athlete or active adult in Winston-Salem who's tired of managing symptoms and ready to fix the problem for good, let's talk. Book a free phone consult and find out what performance-first care looks like.