Emile Ott Olsen, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS

I became a physical therapist to work alongside patients to improve their quality of life. I believe in individualizing care to each unique patient and their specific needs. I practice in orthopaedics and aquatic therapy, have an interest in geriatrics and prior experience in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation. I strive to educate and empower my patients to manage their rehabilitation journey.

The UNC Hand Rehabilitation Center located in Chapel Hill NC specializes in comprehensive care for individuals recovering from hand and upper extremity injuries. With a team of skilled physical therapists the center offers personalized treatment plans that incorporate advanced rehabilitation techniques to help patients regain strength and functionality. The welcoming environment and state-of-the-art facilities ensure a supportive experience for all patients on their journey to recovery. Generated from this place's information

I became a physical therapist so that I could help people with musculoskeletal-related difficulties get back to living their lives to the fullest and to promote lifelong physical activity and movement. I believe in taking a holistic and person-centered approach focused on promoting self-efficacy with self-management. By the time I am done working with someone, my goal is to make sure they have the tools they need to treat themselves and to reduce the risk of re-injury in the future. I enjoy working with people across the lifespan and with varying levels of activity, from kids to older adults, and from weekend warriors to competitive athletes. Outside of work, I enjoy staying active through running, resistance training, walking/hiking with my dog and partner, and doing mixed martial arts including Muay Thai and Brazilian jiu-jitsu. I also enjoy reading and the occasional video game.