Elisa Gillespie

Elisa Gillespie returns to The Best of LKN for the first time since November 2022 — and a lot has changed. After years operating as Gillespie Physical Therapy and then Movement Matters, Elisa launched Proactive Motion Physical Therapy in July 2025. With 17 years as a board-certified orthopedic physical therapist and 11 years of dry needling experience, she’s built a practice focused on catching aches, pains, and injuries before they become chronic. She’s also grown the team, welcoming Dr. Lauren Craig to lead a new pelvic floor and women’s health service line.

In this conversation, Elisa shares what Proactive treats beyond the usual post-surgical cases — including neck pain, tension headaches and migraines, jaw pain, and a recent wave of pickleball-related tennis elbow. She talks about her community involvement with Fit for Mom Lake Norman, her plans to expand pelvic floor therapy through 2026, and why reaching out to a trusted PT early can save you weeks of pain. Proactive Motion is located just off North Cross Drive near Birkdale Village.

Proactive Motion Physical Therapy
15905 Brookway Dr #4206
Huntersville, NC 28078
(704) 794-8012
proactivemotionpt.com

About the Host:

Jeff Hamm is the creator and producer of The Best of LKN. He’s a licensed real estate broker and savvy digital marketing professional.

Since 2020, Jeff has been sharing the stories of Lake Norman’s most inspiring small businesses and nonprofits.

When he isn’t working, you can usually find Jeff boating on Lake Norman, RV traveling with his wife, Laurie, and taking walks with his English Bulldog, Maisy.

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