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...
View ArticleSPINAL 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,...
View ArticleSPORTS 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...
View ArticleSPRAINS 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....
View ArticleCUSTOM 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...
View ArticleRETURN 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...
View ArticleHAND & 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...
View ArticleNEUROLOGICAL 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...
View ArticleCHRONIC 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...
View ArticleWORK 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...
View ArticleWOUND 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...
View ArticleAUTOMOBILE 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...
View ArticleTMJ-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,...
View ArticleVESTIBULAR 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...
View ArticleBefore 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...
View ArticleInsurance 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...
View ArticleWelcome 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...
View ArticleQuestions 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...
View ArticleTestimonial 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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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...
View ArticleTestimonial 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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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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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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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...
View ArticleNorth 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:...
View ArticleIrmo
10071 Broad River RdIrmo, SC 29063Phone: (803) 445-1069Fax: (803)445-1097Staff DirectoryGoogle Map: http://goo.gl/maps/3Mgdq
View ArticleSouth 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 ...
View ArticleForest Acres
1718 St. Julian PlaceColumbia, SC 29204 Phone: (803) 771-0370 Fax: (803) 771-0371 Staff DirectoryGoogle Map: http://goo.gl/maps/ZlYj
View ArticleNortheast Columbia
141 Atrium Way Columbia, SC 29223 Phone: (803) 788-8484 Fax: (803) 788-8499 Staff Directory Google Map: http://goo.gl/maps/lmCvi ...
View ArticleLexington/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 ...
View ArticleDowntown 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 ...
View ArticleDowntown 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
View ArticleOwners
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...
View ArticleThank 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...
View ArticleGRASTON 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...
View ArticleKey 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...
View ArticleDRY 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...
View ArticleAQUATIC 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...
View ArticleSumter
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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