Assess. Treat. Resolve.
Clinical, assessment-driven manual therapy for pain, posture, and movement dysfunction.
About Don Jewell (LMBT 21164),CKTP
Don Jewell is a licensed massage and bodywork therapist specializing in orthopedic and movement-based conditions.
Previously licensed in Houston, TX, Don worked alongside chiropractors, pain management centers, and elite athletes, gaining extensive experience with chronic pain, sports injuries, and complex movement dysfunction.
Now based in Wilmington, NC, Don brings a clinical, assessment-driven approach to every session. His focus is not simply where pain is felt, but why it exists and how the body is compensating.
As he often says, “I chase dysfunction, not pain.”
Our Approach
Assessment First
Every session begins with assessment — not assumptions. We look at how your body moves, compensates, and responds before deciding how to treat.
Clinical, Hands-On Care
We use a precise, hands-on approach to identify soft tissue restrictions, movement inefficiencies, and postural compensation patterns contributing to pain and dysfunction.
Individualized Treatment
Rather than applying the same techniques to every client, treatment is guided by how your body presents and responds.
Techniques Used
Techniques may include:
- Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation (IASTM)
- Myofascial release
- Neuromuscular therapy
- Scar tissue repatterning (ScarWork)
- Active and assisted stretching
- Kinesio Taping
- Cupping or deep tissue techniques when appropriate
Scope of Practice
We do not diagnose medical conditions. Assessment findings are used to guide precise, individualized treatment plans.
Advanced Movement & Postural Assessment
We incorporate advanced movement and postural assessment tools as part of our evaluation process.
This provides objective insight into how your body aligns, moves, and compensates — allowing treatment to be more targeted, efficient, and individualized.
The goal is not diagnosis, but clarity — reducing guesswork and supporting more meaningful, long-term progress.
Who This is Not For
This approach may not be the right fit if you are:
- Looking for a relaxation or spa-style massage
- Hoping for a quick fix without assessment or participation
- Unwilling to explore how posture and movement contribute to pain
- Expecting a one-size-fits-all treatment
That’s not a judgment — just clarity.
Matrix Bodywork is designed for individuals who want to understand why they hurt and are willing to take an active role in resolving it.