919·946·3364 • jbarton@optwellnc.com

About Us


 

Julie Barton is a Graduate of Ohio University, with a Masters in Physical Education and Athletic Training.

 

Julie has a Sports Medicine background and is a Licensed Athletic Trainer (LATC) and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) with over 17 years experience. In addition, for the past seven years Julie has been working as a licensed massage and bodywork therapist (LMBT).

 

What separates Julie from the average therapist is her clinical knowledge of anatomy and pathology in relation to both medical conditions and sports related activities. This level of experience is a key component a therapist must possess to allow a person to recovery quickly and reduce injury.

 

Julie’s knowledge of post-surgical rehabilitation, injury prevention and sports specific conditioning has afforded her the opportunity to work with a diverse population.

 

In both training and massage, Julie takes an all-encompassing approach with each individual focusing on the underlying problems and treatment plans to obtain optimal results.


Education

Masters
Ohio University: Physical Education, Athletic Training

  • Licensed & Certified Athletic Trainer (17 years)
  • Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (7 years)

Stark State College

  • Massage Therapy Certification Program (8 years)

Continuing Education Certifications 

  • Certified Advanced Myoskeletal Techniques / Therapist
  • Upledger CranioSacral Therapy-Level 1
  • Prenatal Massage
  •  Neuromuscular Training Techniques    

                                                               -Neck & Internal Jaw

                                                               -Lumbar & Pelvis

 

Instructor for Hands on Health

  • Orthopedic Assessment for Massage Therapists: Shoulder & Knee
  • Postural & Gait Assessment
  • Movement Re-patterning & Foam Rolling
  • Self Care for Massage Therapist