About Total Motion Physical Therapy

Chip approaches every patient as a new and exciting puzzle, finding genuine joy in solving their aches and pains with lasting relief. As co-architect of Total Motion Release, his philosophy centers on using an evidence-based, scientific framework to fix pain at its root — and to leave every patient with a lifetime tool for self-treatment.

Chip holds a Master's in Physical Therapy (MPT) and a Bachelor's in Chemistry, both from UNC Chapel Hill, along with hundreds of hours of continuing education in biomechanics and manual therapy. He is a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) and a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). He served as the second co-architect of TMR — now taught to over 5,000 clinicians across all 50 states and internationally — and has been with Total Motion Physical Therapy for nearly two decades.

Michael developed a passion for physical therapy while personally rehabbing through three shoulder surgeries. That experience — knowing firsthand how pain limits life — shaped a practice philosophy centered on helping patients make real, measurable improvements and return to the activities they love.

His specialties include rehabilitation for sports-related injuries and restoring functional movement. Michael earned his Physical Therapist Assistant degree in 2022. A Raleigh native, he loves working out, playing sports, and staying active in his community. He is an avid fan of the Carolina Hurricanes and the NC State Wolfpack.

Mana is a passionate physical therapy technician and personal trainer devoted to helping patients move freely and build a healthy, active lifestyle. As a former athlete who has overcome her own sports-related injuries, she brings personal insight and empathy to her treatment approach. Her philosophy centers on empowering patients through compassionate care, proper movement education, and sustainable strength building. She graduated with a bachelor's degree from NC State and is planning to pursue her doctorate of PT at UNC Chapel Hill. She is also a certified personal trainer.

Tamara's philosophy revolves around patient service and hospitality. She greets every patient with warmth and takes her role seriously — making the administrative side of physical therapy seamless and stress-free. Her responsibilities include scheduling and reception, insurance authorization and referral tracking, workshop coordination, and administrative support.

Tamara holds a Bachelor of Exercise Science from Pittsburg State University (2014). Born and raised in Wichita, Kansas, she relocated to Raleigh in 2019 and has been part of the Total Motion PT family ever since.

Deanna's primary focus is ensuring every patient receives the highest quality of care and a smooth, positive physical therapy experience from start to finish. She oversees daily operations, patient experience, and insurance, billing, and collections — and encourages open feedback so any concern is addressed immediately.

As co-owner, Deanna stepped into a leadership role when TMR founder Tom Dalonzo-Baker transitioned to teaching the technique full-time, helping guide the clinic through that transition and into its current chapter. She lives in Raleigh with her son Gabriel and her dog, Banjo.