West Physiotherapy

Experiencia fantástica: I have had several experiences in my life with physical therapists and Taylor is way above and beyond the rest. In my experience a lot of therapists don’t practice hands on/manual work. They rely more on heat and ultrasound. Taylor listens and assesses in a very thoughtful manner. It is obvious she really thinks about what the issues are and then treats manually with intention. And she is a very engaging person and pleasant to be with! Each time I left a treatment I felt well cared for, supported and better than when I arrived. I highly recommend Taylor for any physical therapy care.

Experiencia fantástica: Highly recommend! Taylor is a knowledgeable physiotherapist and takes the time to listen to each concern and pain point. I've referred other athletes to her and have only heard positive feedback. 10/10!

Experiencia fantástica: I came to Taylor with gluteal tendinopathy which was causing significant, movement-inhibiting pain in my glute and hamstring. I couldn't walk up hills so my hiking life was very limited. Standing up from a chair was painful and only possible with leaning on something for assistance. Getting out of my sedan was painful enough that I considered buying an SUV. I had been to another 'big box' physical therapist for about 6 weeks which was not successful. A neighbor recommended Taylor and I am happy to say that after about 8 weeks of therapy I am pain free and moving about easily and freely. Hiking, walking in the hills and getting out of my car are pain-free. I continue to do the exercises semi regularly to keep my glute strong and reduce the possibility of a similar injury. Thank you Taylor!

Experiencia fantástica: I highly recommend Taylor! Working with her has made a remarkable difference in my lifestyle! Before seeing Taylor, I suffered from hip pain, sciatica, and numbness in my feet. After a few sessions I was able to return to mountain biking, walking hilly terrain, and yoga. The knowledge and exercises she shared with me have enabled me to become stronger than before the issues began. It’s very exciting to return to my active lifestyle with no surgery required! Kathy I.

Experiencia fantástica: Taylor is a wonderful teacher and a great resource for people seeking low-pressure fitness.

Experiencia fantástica: I had knee surgery for a torn ACL and meniscus in July 2019, and have basically had issues ever since. I've gone back and forth of feeling hopeless and hopeful. I wasn't feeling satisfied with other PT's I was seeing and someone had mentioned Taylor to me. I have NEVER had a PT be so thorough and curious about my knee. I loved the quiet, 1-on-1 aspect and not being in a loud open space with other patients. Taylor has helped me feel hopeful again in my journey to healing. If you haven't had success with previous PT's (especially in the insurance-based model), I highly highly recommend seeing Taylor!

Experiencia fantástica: Taylor goes above & beyond! After going to a clinic for 12 visits, chiropractors & massage therapists, I thought hip replacement surgery was my only answer to my hip osteoarthritis. After several treatments & guidance from Taylor, my hip pain doesn’t run my life. I’m working towards building my cardio endurance again! I trust her knowledge & experience. I got lucky when I found Taylor!

Experiencia fantástica: Pretty sure Taylor is changing the course of my life! After 7 years of chronic back pain/bulging disk after a crossfit injury, I'd given up hope that I could ever return to my active lifestyle after trying every intervention in the book (multiple PT, acupuncture, dry needling, yoga, steroid injections, weekly chiro, etc etc). Years later, an acute injury led me to working with Taylor-not only has she helped me navigate a pinched nerve in my back (from 10/10 pain to 0/10), she's addressing the root of my chronic pain, helping to eliminate the day to day pain from my old injury. My quality of life has greatly improved in the short 7 weeks of working with Taylor, and I'm excited to set and reach new goals with her help.

Experiencia fantástica: Taylor is very knowledgeable and professional. Her friendly personality makes it easy to discuss your issues. I am a novice runner but had to stop running because of experiencing hip and lower back pain. With Taylor’s technique and the exercises she provided, my pain is gone. Thank you for eliminating the pain that I was experiencing for months.

Experiencia fantástica: Working with Taylor was life-changing. I struggled with right elbow tendinitis, left knee and hip pain for a while. I tried other PT places before and also acupuncture. She helped with practical exercises I continue to incorporate in my daily fitness routine and this has prevented flare-ups. We also did dry-needling which I found very helpful. She was very accommodating with my schedule. Her office is impeccable and welcoming. I've recommended Taylor to friends/family.

Experiencia fantástica: I am very grateful to have met and been able to work with Taylor at West Physiotherapy after struggling for several years with knee pain that was preventing me from doing the things I love. I had been feeling defeated and resigned to having to live with constant pain until such time as I am eligible for a knee replacement which, at 53 seemed like a very depressing prospect. First, and probably most importantly, Taylor helped break down some of the negative thoughts and ideas that were creating a barrier to my healing and then she came up with a practical plan for our follow-up visits and beyond. After my initial consultation with Taylor, we immediately got to work with a customized, muscle-strengthening and exercise plan that is effective is helping to manage my pain and fits my schedule without being overwhelming. Taylor has helped me uncover things that I had not considered could be contributing to my joint problems; my posture is better, I am walking more comfortably, I feel stronger and am generally feeling much more positive and hopeful about my future. Taylor is a genuinely caring person who asks a lot of questions to really get to the root of the problem while providing practical solutions to help her patients take back some control of their situation - definitely something that was I felt was lacking with other healthcare professionals I have worked with. I couldn't recommend Taylor more highly.

Experiencia fantástica: I came to Taylor a month after a running injury with knee pain. She helped me set up a plan and integrate exercises and stretches that helped heal. I especially appreciated her whole body approach- looking at all aspects of my lifestyle. Taylor is extremely knowledgable and intuitive, asks great questions, and I always left feeling like a gained more than I walked in with. Thanks to her, I'm back up and running again!

Experiencia fantástica: I came to Taylor to help me with a constantly hurting elbow and shin splints. It was so painful I wasn't able to sleep or enjoy running. Taylor is so attentive and fixed my pain problems with dry needling and manual manipulations; something I haven't tried yet. I feel so good after her help that I noticed I'm sleeping better, in a much better mood (my friends and family are grateful for that), and I even felt so good I cleaned my house!!

Experiencia fantástica: My regular PT sent me to Taylor for issues she thought Taylor would be better suited to handle and she was right! Taylor deals with delicate subjects with a great balance of humor and frankness. I wanted to get back to my normal activities of hiking and mountain biking and living without constant pain and she helped me achieve that. I'm grateful and you will be too!

Experiencia fantástica: I went to Taylor after two different injuries, a broken tailbone and two years later, a badly sprained ankle. Taylor is so knowledgeable, kind, safe, careful, and open to all my questions! Dry needling also really helped me get mobility back. I'm back on the trail and back to jogging for exercise again!

Experiencia fantástica: Taylor is amazing. I came after a friend recommended her for her specific training. Had been having trouble with plantar fasciitis for 2 years, including prp surgery. Within months Taylor had me back exercise with no pain or discomfort. She is thoughtful, approaches each case like a puzzle and really tries to solve the underlying cause rather than just treating the pain. Thank god for Taylor!

Experiencia fantástica: I had foot reconstruction surgery in late 2019 and have been having a devil of a time getting back to walking my dog for more than 20 minutes, hiking, and Yoga. Foot dysfunction morphed into hip pain, back pain, etc. Taylor has been amazing - she takes a wholistic approach to PT, working on all my "sick" body parts. I am now back to walking my dog, light hiking, and will start back to Yoga soon. I highly recommend Taylor for what ails you!

Experiencia fantástica: As both a life-long mover and movement educator, I sought out Taylor's expertise with a shoulder issue that I was unable to figure out for myself. Within a couple of treatments I noticed a significant reduction in discomfort accompanied by improvements in both form and function. I appreciate the time and attention she devoted to posture and body mechanics overall, not just the 'problem' area, and having digital access to her prescribed exercises has helped keep me on track to recovery. Highly recommend!

Experiencia fantástica: Impactful and effective treatment with informative insight that didn’t feel over my head

Experiencia fantástica: My shoulder was hurting and limiting my activities for months before I chose to address it and Taylor helped reduce my pain and increase my mobility in just a handful of sessions! She is very knowledgeable, thorough and friendly. I highly recommend her for any issue, however minor or major.

Experiencia fantástica: My life changed when I got the treatment that I needed from West Physiotherapy! I was recovering from a broken Fibula with surgery and could NOT get my range of motion to come back after 8 weeks of regular PT. I was feeling stuck, both physically, but also mentally, starting to feel a bit hopeless. In 2 sessions Taylor was able to make significant progress and had full range of motion after just 4 sessions! Her diagnostic skills to determine the issues (a bone was out of place and needed to be coaxed back into place), and implement the correct treatment plan changed everything. I am now fully functional, which I was seeming unlikely before I met her. I’m back to hiking with a heavy pack, rowing on the water with a full length stroke, and most importantly, able to walk down stairs normally. Your body is worth it to invest in this!

Experiencia fantástica: Some background: I'm an active 27 year old who does a lot of climbing and running. Several months ago, I hurt my back while standing up?! to start a boulder problem. I was to the point where doing most anything was excruciating, and climbing was out of the question. I'm also in the medical field, and have seen many times the awesome work that physical therapy can do for back pain; I called up West Physiotherapy the day I was injured. West Physiotherapy saw me almost immediately (they are super accommodating with scheduling), and helped me through the entirety of my recovery. Working with Taylor is wonderful-- she picks up on subtle findings in alignment, posture, and is incredibly thorough in her assessments. She crafted therapies specifically for my imbalances and weaknesses, with a detailed eye for form. She is also wonderfully personable and fun to work with! Several months out, I'm climbing harder than ever, and still working with Taylor to make sure I have a healthy back forever!

Experiencia fantástica: Taylor's whole body approach with Functional Manual Therapy (FMT) is a game changer. She has a gift for assessing your body as a whole, addressing the root cause, and paying meticulous attention to neural tension as a key component to recovery. As an athlete and Massage Therapist of over 15 years, I have recovered from 20 years of chronic low back pain, a dislocated shoulder, extreme pain, tingling, and numbness in my extremities and more all with the help of FMT over the last 5 years. Whereas traditional chiropractic care and bodywork only provided a temporary fix for many consecutive years, Taylor's hands-on therapeutic approach has been my "go-to" and has given me the ability to regain my function and mobility and get back to enjoying doing the activities I love the most, such as backpacking, jogging, and climbing. My favorite part of Functional Manual Therapy (FMT) is that the results are long lasting and FMT acts as a stand alone treatment that does not require a long term dependency like so many other modalities out there.

Experiencia fantástica: Taylor McNair is AMAZING!! I have had hamstring/low-back issues for going on two years and have had to stop running- and no one has been able to make any headway with it. I have used traditional rest/ice, other physical therapy, chiropractic, and traditional medicine. Taylor actually listens to my symptoms- then she does lots of tests/assessments to help her find the problem. You can see her brain spinning and see her visualizing the anatomy the entire time. She does physical adjustments, dry needling, as well as recommending my own exercises. She has sent me emails mid-week with new exercises to try and new ideas- is always follow-up to see how I am doing. She is very professional and also pleasant to interact with. and the best news is I AM BACK RUNNING PAIN FREE!! THANK YOU TAYLOR!!

Experiencia fantástica: I chose Taylor because of her "Functional Manual Therapy" training and expertise. I was especially impressed shortly into my first visit, and a few times on other visits, when she stopped to think about the best approach. Others' one-size-fits-all approach didn't work for me. Also, Taylor is warm and has a great energy.

Experiencia fantástica: I cannot recommend Taylor enough! I'm an active, 28 year old female, and began to experience debilitating back pain coupled with a really bizarre swollen ankle. I had tried gentle yoga, then a chiropractor to try to "fix" the situation. It wasn't until I began seeing Taylor that the symptoms were alleviated and I came out with a better understanding of my body and areas I could target and work on to remain proactive. Taylor's approach to the body as a "system" really proved to be the most effective and long-lasting treatment I've ever experienced. Where other treatments felt like slapping a band-aid on the problem, Taylor got to the root of the issues and fixed them from the inside out. Aside from being a magician and getting me back to my normal activity, she's also just an all-around great person who made the appointments fly by and always enjoyable.

Experiencia fantástica: Taylor is an amazing therapist, she really helped me when I was suffering from severe migraines and neck pain. It is rare to find somebody as skilled as her while demonstrating a genuine interest in her patients well being.

Experiencia fantástica: Taylor really knows her stuff, and is a kind and empathetic therapist! She helped me recover from constant back pain due to an old injury, and her approach corrected my posture so the fix "stuck," rather than me having to go back indefinitely to get more and more treatments.

Experiencia fantástica: Taylor’s skills and knowledge in many diverse Physical Therapy specialty areas helped save my daughter’s graduation present. In the Spring of 2016, my daughter chose backpacking in Yosemite National Park as her high school family graduation trip. This 36-mile trek would take some training on my part in order to keep up. At that time, I could only hike 4-6 miles due to back, hip, knee, and foot pain. I had 4 months to prepare. As an Occupational Therapist, I knew it would take an excellent Physical Therapist to help me decipher my body and fix it - fast. Using her skills in Functional Manual Therapy Taylor was able to make noticeable improvements in my pain and function after each therapy session. When I had deep muscle knots that my massage therapist could not reach, Taylor was able to release them with Functional Dry Needling. Layer by layer, Taylor helped release tight areas of movements and coached me in reactivating core muscles. With Taylor’s help, I was able to train hard over the summer and hiked 8-11 miles per day with a 55# pack on the trip. Those memories are cherished by my whole family, and we have Taylor to thank for helping me be a part of them

Experiencia fantástica: Before coming here I had knee pain that had been diagnosed incorrectly by an orthopedist, and by working with them I was able to regain mobility and get back to exercising on a regular basis. They provided exceptional care and expertise in helping understand my pain. They were able to pinpoint my pain, and develop a set of exercises to help strengthen my knee. I waited too long before coming to see them, and wish I had come sooner. Highly recommend them to anyone who is experiencing pain from an injury and wants to regain movement.

Experiencia fantástica: Taylor is a great physical therapist. I have used her for several issues. She has helped me every time. An added bonus is her wonderful caring personality. And don’t be afraid to try dry needling. It really does work! Thanks to Taylor for always helping me.

Experiencia fantástica: I started to see Taylor after six months of intensive daily regimen including chiropractic manipulations, machine stretching, massage, etc. to treat a herniated disc. It suddenly jumped back in place. Taylor began semiweekly treatments and her care lasted several years resulting in no pain or other problems. Taylor is an excellent PT, knowledgeable and always applying new and innovative techniques. Her personality is outstanding and treatment from her is a welcome respite from stress of the day.

Experiencia fantástica: Dr. Taylor McNair is the most qualified and most effective physical therapist I have seen for both my back and upper body issues. She thoroughly evaluates the condition(s), listens carefully to the client, is flexible to change/alter treatment as needed. Her fellowship in Functional Manual Therapy, I believe, is a large reason that she stands heads above other therapists. I also benefitted from dry needling, other physical therapy modalities, and of course the exercise programs she developed for me. Taylor is personable and honest and my sessions were enjoyable. Taylor is the “real deal.” If she thinks you’d be better served by a different therapist or specialty, she is upfront and helpful with referrals.

Experiencia fantástica: I spent nine weeks in Asheville doing forty hours a week of intensive physical training. I believe that Taylor's excellent and thorough care was the only thing that kept my body surviving and capable of completing the training.

Experiencia fantástica: Taylor is by far my favorite Physiotherapist in Asheville. I have had hip pain for the last 2 years and Taylor uses many different methods to get to the root of the problem, while providing follow-up exercises to keep on top of it. I could not recommend Taylor more! Thank you!

Experiencia fantástica: During my session, Taylor was helpful and thorough. She was attentive to the main area in pain but made sure to check other areas possibly related to the injury/pain. I felt comfortable asking questions and would visit her again if in need of a PT.