Author Archives: Kevin

Terrific Patient Tuesday!

Every once in awhile, we like to highlight our “terrific” patients who give us the ability to do what we do best: help them get better! This week we’re highlighting Alecia, who has been an amazing patient of ours. She wanted to give some insight on her experiences at Carolina Physical Therapy, and give comfort […]

How to Perform your best in Tennis

“The ideal attitude is to be physically loose and mentally tight” –Arthur Ashe Throughout my lifetime I have participated and have become an avid fan of almost every sport. While each sport presents their unique characteristics that make it challenging, tennis to me provides the greatest marriage between physical athletic ability and mental fortitude. While […]

Student Athlete Tips & Tricks

Written by Ben Ashton, DPT Having the opportunity of being a student athlete was such an amazing experience. It takes a lot of discipline to balance practices, workouts, games, and school. I remember those times to be the most rewarding yet exhausting moments of my life. Going through Physical Therapy School I have learned a […]

Staying Active While Staying Safe

While COVID-19 may be keeping you from going to the gym or to your office, it does not have to keep you from finding ways to stay active and healthy! Some of us may feel lost without having a gym to go to, while others who are new to exercise can begin a healthy regimen […]

Hiking Tips & Tricks

Hiking is one of the most rewarding forms of exercise that I know of. It allows you to lose yourself and focus on your goals and the views instead of the misery some exercise can provide. Whether you are hiking with a group (which during this pandemic we do not advise, so make plans with […]

Improve your golf game with tips from a Physical Therapist!

Being able to go out on the golf course and play a consistent game is a goal for many golfers. However, there are several issues amateur golfers face that can affect their golf game. If your body is not prepared when the season starts, you could hit the ball improperly. This often leads to injury, […]

Famous Carolina PT Baked Ziti Recipe

Mmm….nothing tastes better on a rainy afternoon than some extra cheesy, homemade Baked Ziti! In fact, at Carolina Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine, we’re known for our delicious rendition of the classic recipe. It’s been a secret for many years, but in light of these difficult times, we thought sharing a little bit of comfort […]

How Carolina PT is Keeping your PT visit as Safe as Possible

In light of COVID-19, or the Coronavirus, Carolina Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine is maintaining our normal schedules and following recurrent disinfection and sanitization guidelines put in place by the CDC. Please see this attached link for the full protocol that will allow us to operate in the safest manner for our patients and staff […]

Headache? You may need to see a PT!

Headaches are one of the most universal and complicated conditions in medicine. It is estimated that 3% of all patients in a Primary Care setting are suffering from some form of headache. There a many types of headaches. Approximately 60% of all headaches are appropriate for Physical Therapy. Cervicogenic and Tension headaches most commonly respond [...]

Gardening Ergonomics 101

Gardening Ergonomics to Decrease Pain Many people love to take on gardening as a hobby. However, if you aren’t doing it correctly, it can put a lot of strain on your back, knees, wrists, and hands.  Maintaining a good posture and using the correct tools is an easy way to decrease muscle pain and fatigue. […]