BIOGRAPHY

Christie Kornegay is a seasoned physical therapist with over 14 years of experience in direct patient care.

Christie grew up in North Raleigh and attended NC State University for her undergraduate degree in biology. Despite being a huge Wolfpack fan, Christie attended UNC Chapel Hill for her physical therapy training.

Her post-doctoral education has focused on orthopedics, pre & post operative care, manual therapy, pain science, dry needling, blood flow restriction training, weight loss, balance training and wellness.

Christie is passionate about helping her patients heal and improve their quality of life. She believes in listening to her patients first, and recognizing a person’s intrinsic knowledge of their own body. She loves making therapy an enjoyable and interactive process, understanding the significant role mental health plays in pain perception and recovery. She strives to make her practice a vibrant, comforting, and welcoming space.

Christie is excited for the future of PT and how therapists can deliver care differently. This includes changing focus from treating injuries to preventing them and promoting wellness. She sees the value of leveraging technology to enhance treatment while never replacing the hands-on care that physical therapy is known for.

She underwent her own bariatric surgery in 2022, losing nearly 165 lbs. This experience highlighted the critical importance of wellness and self-investment. She is passionate about developing a physical therapy program specifically for the weight loss community, recognizing it as an underserved population in the world of physical therapy

Lastly but most importantly, she is dedicated to reinvesting in her community. She values doing good when you are able. Her cash-based model allows Local Point to invest in community non-profits and outreach programs.

Christie lives in Rolesville, NC with her husband and 4 kids. She loves music, dance, swimming, being outdoors, the beach, and being in community with her friends and family.