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BONE and JOINT INJURIES (Orthopedics)

At Carolina Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine, we have the ability to treat all types of bone and joint injuries. Fractures, ligament and tendon ruptures, torn cartilage and sprains/strains often...

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SPINAL INJURIES (Neck & Back)

Eighty percent of all Americans will suffer from back or neck pain that requires a Doctor’s visit. Common causes include arthritis, degenerative disc disease, sprains and strains, bulging discs,...

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SPORTS RELATED INJURIES

Whether you’re a “weekend warrior” or a college or professional athlete, our experienced physical therapists and athletic trainers can help get you back on the field or court as soon as possible. Torn...

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SPRAINS AND STRAINS (Soft Tissue Injuries)

Sprains and strains are injuries that occur to the muscles, ligaments, and tendons. The extent of injury can range from mild to severe and the resulting pain and disability affects daily function....

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CUSTOM FOOT ORTHOTICS

Foot, ankle, knee, hip and lower back pain can be caused by improper foot alignment and support.  Symptoms occur when muscles, tendons, and joints become inflamed, or degenerate from abnormal, chronic...

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RETURN TO GOLF PROGRAM

  The Return to Golf Program is a specialized part of Carolina Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine.  It is designed to take a golfer of any skill (in their later phases of rehab) and help them return...

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HAND & WRIST INJURIES

Sprains, fractures, tendon lacerations, carpal tunnel syndrome, arthritis and amputations are common wrist, hand and finger injuries. Splints are used to maintain proper joint alignment and allow...

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NEUROLOGICAL CONDITIONS

Neurological conditions including stroke, head/spinal cord injuries, multiple sclerosis and vestibular balance problems leave patients with loss of balance, muscle tightness and weakness.  Often...

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CHRONIC PAIN MANAGEMENT

“Chronic Pain” is defined as pain that continues without relief for longer than six months. This condition is often frustrating and debilitating. Many patients have been evaluated and treated by...

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WORK RELATED INJURIES

Billions of dollars are spent yearly on job-related injuries. Our goal is to collaborate with injured workers, doctors, adjustors, case managers and employers to get employees back to work as quickly...

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WOUND CARE

Physical therapy measures can assist in promoting the healing process and in preventing and treating infections. Post operative wounds, burns, diabetic ulcers, insect bites, and crush injuries are...

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AUTOMOBILE INJURIES

Neck and back strains, whiplash and headaches are common injuries that occur in motor vehicle accidents. Physical therapists often use modalities including heat, ice, electric stimulation, ultrasound...

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TMJ-TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT DYSFUNCTION (FACIAL PAIN)

TMJ dysfunction is a painful condition of the joints that lie just in front of the ears. These joints and their associated ligaments, muscles and soft tissue structures are under stress when we talk,...

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VESTIBULAR DYSFUNCTION AND FALL PREVENTION PROGRAMS (BALANCE DYSFUNCTION)

Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), balance disorders and movement-related dizziness are common conditions that are alleviated with physical therapy. Crystals within the inner ear can migrate...

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Before Your First Visit

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your appointment time; or, if you would prefer to download and fill out the attached forms, you may arrive 10 minutes before your first appointment.  In addition to...

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Insurance Carriers

Carolina Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine, Inc., is a provider for all major insurance plans.  As a courtesy to our parents, we will make every effort to verify your benefits and coverage for...

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Welcome to Carolina Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine, Inc.

   Please take a moment to review our introductory video. You'll see why so many people rely on us to assist them a wide array of physcial therapy services. Carolina Physical Therapy and Sports...

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Questions and Answers

Why should I choose physical therapy over forms of treatment? Physical therapists specialize in the treatment of physical dysfunction or injury by the use of therapeutic exercise and the application...

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Testimonial 4

I carried shingles up a ladder to a roof top for the first time in nine months just this week. I fell off a roof injuring my back, hip and shoulder. I went to therapy at another local facility and I...

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Testimonial 5

I tried previous physical therapy and various other alternative therapies which didn't help my problem. I was hesitant to increase my activity for fear of increasing my pain. My therapist at CPT...

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Testimonial 2

I was sent to physical therapy for weakness in my legs and hips. The physical therapists at CPT taught me exercises to do at home so I can continue my exercise program. I found the staff at CPT...

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Testimonial 1

I was sent to physical therapy for lower back pain and sciatica. My back was so bad at times I couldn’t stand up straight. After physical therapy I really feel as though I am stronger in my back and...

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Testimonial 3

I was sent to physical therapy for pain in my left shoulder. I had 9 physical therapy visits for shoulder pain that I had been living with for about 12 months. I was unable to use my shoulder without...

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Testimonial 6

I had a knee replacement and went to the therapist at CPT before and after surgery. They gave me lots of information and exercises to do before the surgery that would help in my recovery. When it was...

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North Mount Pleasant

Call our main number for more information: 803.788.8484 3040 Hwy 17 North, Suite A Mt Pleasant, SC 29466Phone: (843) 388-7667Fax: (843) 388-7877Office hours 8:00AM - 6:30PMStaff Directory Google Map:...

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Irmo

10071 Broad River RdIrmo, SC 29063Phone: (803) 445-1069Fax: (803)445-1097Staff DirectoryGoogle Map:  http://goo.gl/maps/3Mgdq 

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South Mount Pleasant

863 Coleman Blvd, Suite BMount Pleasant, SC 29464Phone: (843) 881-8887Fax: (843) 881-2151Office hours are Monday-Friday 7:30 am - 6:30 pmStaff Directory Google Map: http://goo.gl/maps/rlSHo ...

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Forest Acres

1718 St. Julian PlaceColumbia, SC 29204 Phone: (803) 771-0370 Fax: (803) 771-0371 Staff DirectoryGoogle Map: http://goo.gl/maps/ZlYj

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Northeast Columbia

141 Atrium Way Columbia, SC 29223 Phone: (803) 788-8484 Fax: (803) 788-8499 Staff Directory Google Map: http://goo.gl/maps/lmCvi ...

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Lexington/West Columbia

229 Saluda Springs Road Lexington, SC 29072 Phone: (803) 359-0505 Fax: (803) 359-2206 Staff Directory Google Map: http://goo.gl/maps/uy90 ...

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Downtown Columbia 1 (Blanding St)

1715 Blanding Street Columbia, SC 29201 Phone: (803) 255-0277 Fax: (803) 255-0266 Staff Directory Google Maps: http://goo.gl/maps/OhYB ...

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Downtown Columbia 2 (Hampton Street)

1812 Hampton Street Columbia, SC 29201 Phone: (803) 256-0303 Fax: (803) 256-0440 Staff DirectoryGoogle Maps: http://goo.gl/maps/7KXEn

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Owners

   Owners Chris Ballew, PT (Contact Information) and Jim Cates, PT, SCS (Contact Information) Staff Directories Northeast Columbia Lexington/Irmo/West Columbia Forest Acres Downtown Columbia 1...

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Thank you for your interest

Thank you for your interest in Carolina Physical Therapy. A professional advisor will contact you shortly to discuss your specfic needs.If you have an immediate concern or emergency please call us at...

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GRASTON TECHNIQUE

Carolina Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine is one of the first and few certified facilities providing the Graston Technique in the state of South Carolina. The Graston Technique is effective for...

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Key Resources and Sites

American Physical Therapy Associationwww.apta.org South Carolina Chapter of the American Physical Therapy Associationwww.scapta.org Sports Section of the American Physical Therapy...

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DRY NEEDLING

Integrative Dry Needling is a specific clinical technique that has proven to be a highly effective adjunct to physical therapy for the treatment of a multitude of musculoskeletal and neuromuscular...

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AQUATIC THERAPY

You deserve the best and as always, you can depend on Carolina Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine to provide the best in both therapy services and technology. Carolina Physical Therapy and Sports...

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Sumter

Call our main number for more information: 803.788.8484 75 W. Wesmark BlvdSumter, SC 29150Phone: (803) 938- 5395 Fax: (803) 938-5396Between Broad Street and Alice Drive. Convenient to Shaw Air Force...

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