Meet the Founder

Hi, I’m Rachel!

I’m so glad you’re here.

If you’ve spent any time exploring this website, you’ve probably noticed that Roots is about more than physical therapy. While helping people recover from pain and injury is a huge part of what I do, the vision behind Roots has always been much bigger.

At my core, I’m passionate about helping people live active, healthy, fulfilling lives. I believe our bodies were designed to move, explore, play, compete, and experience life fully—and I don’t think pain, injury, or a broken healthcare system should stand in the way of that.

As a physical therapist, I graduate from the University of Maryland - Baltimore and have had the privilege of helping people through some of their most frustrating and challenging seasons. I’ve tailored my education towards sports medicine and orthopedic care (with a dash of pelvic floor physical therapy). Over the years, I’ve realized that healthcare often waits until something goes wrong before stepping in. I wanted to create something different. A place that not only helps people recover, but helps them stay healthy, resilient, and capable for the long haul.

That’s why I started Roots.

While Roots began as a physical therapy practice, my vision has always been bigger. I want to help create a healthcare experience that prioritizes prevention, performance, relationships, and long-term wellbeing—giving people the support they need to stay healthy, active, and capable throughout their lives.

My goal is to create a space where people feel heard, supported, and empowered to take ownership of their health. A place where care is personalized, relationships matter, and the focus is on helping you continue doing the things you love for as long as possible.

When I’m not in the clinic, you’ll usually find me staying active outdoors, spending time with family and friends, exploring new places, or finding ways to challenge myself physically. Those experiences remind me why this work matters so much—because health isn’t the goal itself. Health is what allows us to fully participate in the moments that matter most.

Whether you’re recovering from an injury, chasing a new fitness goal, or simply looking to invest in your long-term health, I’m honored you’re considering Roots as part of your journey.

I can’t wait to meet you.

— Dr. Rachel Wolinski, PT, DPT