We offer hands-on physical therapy and customized fitness classes, personally tailored to your body and your goals. Whether you're working through pain or looking to stay strong, Carri will help you move better, feel better, and keep doing what you love. All ages welcome.
Movement-based Physical Therapist in Fairview Park
Move Better. Feel Stronger. Live Fully.
Because a long life should feel good.
Aging doesn’t mean slowing down or living in pain.
After years in traditional healthcare systems that treated patients like numbers, I founded Strive Therapy Systems to offer something different: hands-on care that’s personal, empowering, and built around your goals. With over 20 years of experience, I help clients in every season of life stay active, recover from injury, and feel at home in their bodies again.
I’m a holistic physical therapist and fitness coach helping active adults move better, feel stronger, and stay independent—without medication or rushed care.
I’m Carri Baumbick
Welcome to Strive
From hands-on physical therapy to personalized classes and education resources, Strive offers movement-based care designed to reduce pain, build strength, and restore confidence.
Care that meets you where you are—so you can keep moving forward.
Where our journey of optimal movement begins
At Strive, physical therapy isn’t rushed or dictated by insurance. Every session is one-on-one and tailored to your body, your goals, and your lifestyle. Whether you’re recovering from an injury or managing chronic pain, we focus on helping you move better, build strength, and return to the activities you love.
Our goal is lasting relief—without relying on medications, injections, or surgery—so you can stay active and in control of your health.
A personalized approach that starts with how your body moves
One-on-one physical therapy
Physical Therapy Built Around You
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New to Strive? A consultation is required before joining our in-person classes. Request your consultation.
Prefer to keep it gentle? This class uses slower tempos and low-impact exercises to improve posture, breath control, and functional strength—without the cardio stress.
Low Impact
An energetic, faster-paced class designed to rebuild strength and mobility through purposeful movement. You'll practice foundational exercises that help prevent injury and improve the way you move—both in class and in daily life. Modifications are always available to keep it safe and effective for your body.
Align & Core
Strive’s small group classes support how your body moves today—whether you’re returning after an injury, managing joint pain, or building strength for everyday life. Led by a licensed physical therapist, each class includes clear guidance and personalized modifications, so you feel supported and confident throughout. All experience levels are welcome.
Feel Better. Move Smarter. Stay Strong.
In-Person small group classes
Return to confident Movement
Ongoing visits are one-on-one, 60-minute sessions with a licensed physical therapist. Treatment is hands-on, with progressive home exercises. Manual therapy is the foundation, with techniques like cupping or KT taping used as needed.
Ongoing Care
After your session, we’ll review what we found and map out a plan that fits your goals, your body, and your level of commitment. No guesswork. No pressure.
Treatment Plan
Your initial assessment lasts 60–75 minutes and starts right on time. We’ll talk through your concerns, assess how your body moves, and begin hands-on treatment the same day—so you leave with clarity and a plan.
Assessment
Before your first visit, you’ll receive a brief medical questionnaire and consent form by email. Sharing your history helps us understand the full picture and get to the root of what’s been holding you back.
Questionnaire
The STrive Process
Strive to Learn is an educational offering that combines gentle movement, breathwork, and guided lessons to help you better understand how your body moves. These workshops and on-demand resources cover topics like posture, breathing patterns, mindset, and everyday movement habits that often contribute to pain over time.
Designed to be slow, approachable, and eye-opening, Strive to Learn is perfect for beginners, curious minds, and anyone who wants to move more mindfully—no workout clothes required. Whether you’re working through pain or focused on aging well, these resources help you build awareness, improve movement, and feel more at home in your body.
Education that helps you understand your body—and move with more confidence.
Interactive educational workshops
Strive to Learn
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Beyond physical therapy, we offer customized fitness classes and movement-focused education to keep you strong, mobile, and confident in your body for years to come.
More Than Just Rehab
We help you move with confidence in real life—whether it's getting off the floor, standing without pain, or staying active as you age. Our goal is long-term function, not quick fixes.
Movement That Matters
Every session is tailored to you—no generic plans, no rushed appointments, no insurance-driven shortcuts. Just focused, hands-on care with a licensed physical therapist who listens.
Care Built Around You
Strive's Unique System
— Kaitlyn Lipker
“Carri has been absolutely amazing! I’ve been having back problems for about two years now and since I’ve been going to her in August, it’s been more than manageable! She also has workout classes where you can go at your own pace and I’ve relearned how to properly work out.”
— Jonathan Eno
“My goal was to address persistent muscle tightness in my legs after workouts. Carri took the time to identify the root cause of the problem and developed a plan tailored specifically to my needs. Through corrective exercises and guided workout sessions, she helped me make noticeable, lasting improvements.”
— Christina Merk
“I have spent a lot of time and money trying to resolve pain and chronic muscle tension issues over the years. After the first few visits with Carri, absorbing her wealth of knowledge and receiving her manual treatments, I finally feel like I understand my body better and can use breath and posture to overcome imbalances and weakness which are the root of the problem for me, most of the time . Her weekly classes allow you to put her techniques to use during a workout and under her watchful eyes! ”
Nope! We have direct access, which means physical therapists can treat you without the need for a doctor's referral.
Do I need a referral?
Yes, charges billed by us can be paid for with your FSA or HSA.
Can I use my flexible spending account or HSA to pay for services?
Frequently Asked Questions
We are a cash-based business that works for the patient and not the insurance company. While we do not submit health insurance claims, you may submit a self claim with a receipt that we provide.
Do you take insurance?
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