Hi, I'm Dr. Noelle Schlegel, PT, DPT, Cert-DN, CMTPT/DN, Certified Breathwork Instructor, RYT.
I’m the founder of New Moon Physiotherapy, and I’m a native Baltimorean and second-generation physical therapist. My father was a pioneer in Maryland’s physical therapy scene – he not only taught me how to treat people with respect and be an active listener, but how to catch crabs with a piece of twine and a chicken neck. I proudly follow in his footsteps as a member of the Maryland and National chapters of the American Physical Therapy Association.
I started New Moon Physiotherapy in Baltimore in order to curate a personalized, one-on-one experience with my patients that I was unable to deliver in an insurance-based setting. Most of my patients arrive having been misdiagnosed or treated unsuccessfully at other clinics.
With over three decades of experience and enough time to dive deep into your pain, I am often the clinician to find the root cause of your issue. My hope is that my passion for anatomy, alignment, and myofascial tissue is evident to you in every session.
The comments I hear almost daily? “No one’s ever looked at that area before,” “No one has ever spent this much time with me,” “I’ve never had dry needling like this,” and “I can’t believe you figured out my pain.”
Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of treating an incredibly diverse range of people: professional athletes, Ninja Warriors, D1 college athletes, musicians, circus aerialists, ballet dancers, Recon Marines, weekend warriors, gamers, and pickleball enthusiasts.
My specialized expertise in treating adults with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, hypermobility, and myofascial pain has resulted in therapists and physicians sending me patients from across the country.
I offer personalized, one-on-one sessions tailored to you. These are just some of the many conditions I’ve successfully treated:
As one of a handful of internationally recognized experts in dry needling, my technique and treatment will most likely be different than the needling you may have had in other settings. I’ve been fortunate to learn from industry pioneers and leaders, including Sue Falsone (Structure and Function), Ken Cooper (Master Dry Needling), and Jan Dommerholt (Myopain Seminars).
Recently, I was designated as a Dry Needling Expert to provide expertise in an International Delphi Study regarding treatment parameters. I am a contributing author to the acclaimed textbook Trigger Point Dry Needling, 3rd edition, and am a highly sought-after guest lecturer across the country. I am happy to bring this knowledge to the Baltimore area.
Teaching is another passion of mine. I serve as an instructor and faculty member with Myopain Seminars, a company at the forefront of dry needling teaching and innovation. Our team travels the country teaching evidence-based myofascial trigger point dry needling and scar needling. I have trained various physicians, PT’s and AT’s from the Baltimore Ravens, Baltimore Orioles, Washington Capitals, Green Bay Packers, New York Mets, Arizona Cardinals, Seattle Seahawks, and Denver Broncos, among others.
I know bendy bodies. At Bethesda Physiocare, an EDS Society Nationally Distinguished “Center of Excellence,” I have the honor of being part of a team of physical therapists leading the country in innovative techniques and treatment of EDS.
I’m thrilled to bring this expertise in EDS to the Baltimore area.
My training extends beyond traditional Western medicine. I’ve worked with Michaël Bijker to become a Certified Breathwork Instructor and recognize the profound connection between breath and pain. As a Registered Yoga Teacher, Reiki Master, and John Barnes myofascial practitioner, I bring both Eastern and Western philosophies to my practice, offering patients a more holistic approach to healing.
I’m also a Certified IASTM (Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization) practitioner through Hawkgrips, using techniques and instruments trusted by the NHL, MLB, UFC, and US Air Force. Every tool and technique I use has been carefully selected based on evidence and results.
I believe that everyone deserves to be the best version of themselves. Whether you suffer from pain that’s stumped other providers, you suffer with EDS, or you’re an athlete looking to optimize performance, I believe you can live and laugh without pain holding you back.
Call New Moon Physiotherapy at 443-653-2904 to schedule an appointment or to learn more about expert dry needling and individualized physical therapy in Baltimore. For a quicker response, please fill out an online contact form. I can’t wait to meet you!
