Expert Dry Needling in Greenwood, SC
Get out of pain, return to the things you love, and reach your peak. At Peak Performance Therapy Services, our AAOMT-certified dry needling in Greenwood, SC targets the root cause of your pain so it does not come back.
Still Hurting After Rest, Stretching, and PT?
You have tried taking it easy, doing the generic exercises, and following the standard referral-based PT playbook. If the pain keeps coming back, the approach is the problem, not you.
Cookie-Cutter PT Is Not Enough
Generic programs treat symptoms, not causes. When you spend 10 minutes with a tech doing the same exercises as everyone else, the underlying problem never gets resolved and the pain returns the moment you push again.
Rest Only Masks the Problem
Time off can quiet the pain temporarily, but if the root cause is never identified, it comes back the moment you return to running, lifting, or the sport you love. You deserve a plan, not just a pause.
Pain Is Stealing What Matters Most
Whether it is a race on the calendar, a WOD you cannot finish, or simply keeping up with your family, unresolved pain takes time and joy away from the people and activities that define your life.
Why Greenwood, SC Chooses Us for Dry Needling
At Peak Performance, every session is 60 minutes of one-on-one time with a Doctor of Physical Therapy who is also an athlete. No techs, no handoffs, and no insurance restrictions that limit what we can do for you. We combine AAOMT-certified dry needling with manual therapy, blood flow restriction training, and individualized programming to build a plan around your goals.
100% one-on-one care with your Doctor of Physical Therapy every single session, never handed off to a tech
Root-cause focused: we find out why it hurts, not just where, so the pain does not come back
No physician referral needed: South Carolina direct access means you can book today
"Meredith is a top-notch, extremely knowledgeable physical therapist and is especially valuable to the athlete who wants to continue injury-free. Her focus is as much on preventing future injury as it is on treating the current problem."
Our 3-Step Approach to Getting You Back on Track
Step 1: Reform and Reset
We identify the true root cause of your pain using a thorough evaluation and movement screen, then use advanced tools including dry needling, manual therapy, and cupping to relieve pain and reset your body.
Step 2: Rebuild
We correct the mobility, strength, and movement pattern gaps that caused your injury in the first place, rebuilding a more resilient foundation using therapeutic exercise, neuromuscular re-education, and blood flow restriction training.
Step 3: Create and Refine
We help you reach your peak and stay there with performance programming, strength coaching, and nutrition support designed around your specific sport, goals, and lifestyle so you can keep doing what you love for the long haul.
Conditions Treated with Dry Needling in Greenwood
From chronic back pain and stubborn running injuries to post-surgical rehab and pelvic floor dysfunction, our team treats the full spectrum of conditions that keep active adults and athletes on the sidelines. If you have been searching for dry needling near me in Greenwood, SC, you have found the right place.
Knee pain including ACL rehab, IT band syndrome, patellofemoral pain, and post-surgical recovery
Back, neck, and shoulder pain including thoracic pain, muscle strains, posture-related pain, and post-surgical spine rehab
Running injuries, CrossFit injuries, pelvic floor dysfunction, and pregnancy or postpartum recovery
Real Results from Real Greenwood Patients
Meet the Peak Performance Team: Athletes Who Get It
Meredith Stevenson, DPT, PT
Meredith founded Peak Performance in 2021 after 6 years in outpatient orthopedics specializing in athletes and knee injuries. A competitive swimmer at Gardner-Webb University and Doctor of Physical Therapy graduate from the University of St. Augustine, she brings deep expertise in orthopedic PT, dry needling (AAOMT), pelvic health, and CrossFit and running performance. As an active mom of three, she's especially passionate about helping other mamas feel strong and confident.
Owner & Physical Therapist 
Reid Slack, DPT, PT, CSCS
Reid is passionate about helping young athletes build the skills and technique to excel in their sports. As a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and Doctor of Physical Therapy, he leads Peak Performance's youth athlete strength and conditioning groups and sport-specific training programs — giving the next generation of athletes the foundation they need to perform and stay healthy.
Physical Therapist & Strength Coach
An avid runner, cyclist, and CrossFit enthusiast with a background in healthcare, Holly helps athletes unlock their potential by fueling their bodies effectively and sustainably. Whether you're chasing a new PR, building lasting energy, or creating a balanced diet that supports your training, Holly brings both the expertise and the personal experience to help you get there.
Certified Nutrition Coach Holly Sowko
Lauren joined Peak Performance in 2022, bringing 10 years of leadership experience from the retail and manufacturing industries. With expertise in strategic leadership, organizational development, and a deep passion for people, Lauren ensures every client has an exceptional experience from the first call to the final session. An active mom and wife, she believes in modeling a healthy, active lifestyle every day.
Marketing Director & Client Care CoordinatorLauren Malone
Grace Beccue is an NSCA (CSCS) Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach with a masters in Exercise Science. She grew up playing club soccer, then went on to play Division II college soccer at the University of North Georgia. During her masters program she worked as a graduate assistant for the Sports Performance Department at UNG. She was the head strength coach for men’s and women’s soccer, men’s and women’s tennis, cross country, track, and rifle during her time at UNG. Grace also has experience in working with younger students and athletes in a coaching and tutoring capacity. She has worked as a U7 soccer coach and a high school/early college Russian tutor. Grace is dedicated to helping athletes feel prepared for their sport and their life after sport. Training for longevity is the central tenement of Grace’s training philosophy, which includes categories such as, movement literacy, energy system development, energy balance, and autonomic regulation. Grace spends her free time training for marathons with lifting and various long runs and enjoying local college sports games with her husband who also works as a strength coach.
Certified Strength and Conditioning CoachGrace Beccue, CSCS
Find Us in the Heart of Greenwood, SC
We're easy to find and just minutes away. Peak Performance Therapy Services is located at 115 Hampton Ave Suite E-F, Greenwood, SC 29646 — just a 2-minute drive (0.5 miles) from the center of Greenwood via W Cambridge Ave and Hampton Ave. We're conveniently situated near Emerald Place Shopping Mall and Greenwood Mall, making us an easy stop before or after your day. Call us at (864) 362-0072 or email mhstevenson15@peakperformancepts.com. Tuesday–Thursday 9AM–6:30PM | Friday 9AM–12PM.
Common Questions
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Dry needling is an advanced manual therapy technique where a thin, sterile needle is inserted into a muscle trigger point to release tension, reduce pain, and restore mobility. Unlike acupuncture, which is rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, dry needling is based on Western anatomy and neuromuscular science. Dr. Meredith is certified in dry needling through the AAOMT and uses it alongside manual therapy and therapeutic exercise for lasting results.
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No. South Carolina allows direct access to physical therapy, which means you can schedule at Peak Performance today without a referral from your doctor.
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Our self-pay model means we are not limited by what insurance will or will not cover. Every session is a full 60 minutes of one-on-one time with your Doctor of Physical Therapy, focused entirely on your goals. Contact us for current session rates.
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Your first visit is a 60-minute Therapy Evaluation that includes a thorough history and movement screen. We identify the root cause of your pain or limitation and create a personalized plan to get you back to the things you love.
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Yes. We offer a free 20-minute Discovery Session with zero cost and zero commitment. It is a chance to talk with our team, ask your questions, and determine whether Peak Performance is the right fit for you.
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Our team uses dry needling to treat back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain, knee pain, running injuries, muscle tightness, and chronic pain patterns. It is also combined with pelvic floor physical therapy and post-surgical rehab programs.