If you’ve been working from home at a make-shift desk since March, you might have noticed some pain in your back that wasn’t there before. That’s because, unlike your ergonomically correct chair at the office, your kitchen table and dining chairs weren’t meant for long-term use!
If you’re still stuck working at home, check out our work from home survival guide to learn how to elevate your home workspace
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What is pain? The answer is actually not as cut and dry as you think! Listen to our well-educated physical therapist on what exactly pain is and why YOU should see a physical therapist.
Getting into a running routine is never easy. However, running is also a great way to stay active, slim down, and maintain a healthy lifestyle so making running part of your exercise regimen is a great choice!
To learn how to run like a pro, check out our website: https://www.breakthrough-pt.com/2020/07/getting-race-ready-a-runners-guide/
Our injury screen for runner's event was a blast - huge thanks to everyone who came out for the day. Now get out there and run 🏃♂️🏃♀️
So much of physical therapy involves helping patients heal or reduce pain. But what exactly is pain? Why does it play such a massive and important role in our lives? Dr. Adam Campbell is here with answers!
Are you wearing your mask the correct way? Here's a quick guide so you can be sure 😷 😄
Naturally, after a person gets hurt they feel like that they should probably rest and milk 🐄 the injury for a while.
But is that the right thing to do❓
Dr. Drew Schlabach gives an unexpected answer to the common question “Should I rest if I get hurt?” in our new series “Ask Your PT”!
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Ask Your PT - Should I Rest If I Hurt?
Join us in supporting Mrs. Josie Terry and her mission to bring awareness to Breast Cancer. We were inspired after hearing her story and encourage everyone to support the 35-mile challenge and the American Cancer Society in her honor! To learn more about the challenge CLICK HERE: https://www.facebook.com/donate/2655569808041874/
Find new ways to drastically improve your lung health!
Ever heard of diaphragmatic breathing? It’s a great way to improve your lung health and recover from respiratory illnesses – read more about how physical therapy exercises can improve lung health in our latest blog post!
Click Here - https://www.breakthrough-pt.com/2020/09/physical-therapy-exercises-for-lung-health/
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At our Oxford location we are organizing a Fall Window Decorating Selfie Contest! You have until October 16th to enter!
*The winner gets $50*
Here’s how you enter!
• Snap a picture in front of the best decorated business that you can find in Downtown Oxford
• Post the picture on to your IG story and tag #VisitOxfordNC then go and follow this tag
Decorated businesses will be voted on by the public via Instagram. The business with the most selfies taken in front of their decorated window and were posted on Instagram will win the People’s Choice Award!
Are you or is someone that you care about having breathing issues?
Respiratory illnesses like COVID-19 can cause a lot of breathing issues – but there are ways that PT can help!
Click here to learn more about how PT can help with lung health: https://www.breakthrough-pt.com/2020/09/physical-therapy-exercises-for-lung-health/
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It’s October, and you know what that means… National Physical Therapy Month! Physical therapists and physical therapist assistants play a critical role in helping Americans of all ages and abilities achieve their physical activity goals, and improve their quality of life. Click here to learn more!
https://www.breakthrough-pt.com/2020/10/october-is-national-physical-therapy-month/
Stop by our blood drive in partnership with The Blood Connection We'll be at our Raleigh clinic located at 4701 Creedmoor Road, Raleigh, NC 27612
The event takes place on Friday, October 30th from 10-3 PM, all donors will receive a $20.00 Visa gift card as well as a free COVID-19 antibody test
To make an appointment please scan the QR code and search Sponsor Code 46NHT
What a great day for Football and spending time with your dad. Dr. Kenny Biggs and and his son Carson along with Brock Waynik and his dad Bob cheered on the Tar Heels today as they defeated NC State! 🏈
At Breakthrough Physical Therapy, we want to wish the UNC football team good luck this week for their matchup @home against the NC State Wolfpack. #GoHeels 🐑
The question of the week is “I’ve already been to a physical therapist, why should I go again❓”
The intelligent Dr. Drew Schlabach answers this question with poise. Turns out that giving PT another go would be extremely beneficial to your body!
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There’s a lot of ways to stay active and healthy, even with COVID making some activities less accessible than they once were. Check out our guide to exercising safely while social distancing to learn more!
Read more here: https://www.breakthrough-pt.com/2020/09/exercise-during-covid/
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Don’t let social distancing stagnate your movement! Check out our guide to staying active during COVID to learn how to keep moving even in these strange times.
Read it here: https://www.breakthrough-pt.com/2020/08/exercise-during-covid/
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Physical therapists have noticed an influx of shoulder & back pain complaints since a majority of Americans began working from home. Here are some tips and stretches you can use to make sure you avoid that pesky pain!
Get your tips here: https://www.breakthrough-pt.com/2020/09/achy-painful-shoulder-here-are-5-pt-approved-exercises-to-help/
What is dry needling and how is this treatment different than acupuncture? We have the answers to your questions! Our PTs help treat pain and get you back to life, faster. Make your appointment today.
With the end of the year approaching quickly, you may not have fully taken advantage of your 2020 benefits. Don't let your remaining Flex Spending dollars expire!
Schedule an appointment today to get your annual tune-up before the end of 2020.
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Have you noticed a nagging pain in your shoulder since you started working from home?
Here’s how you can fix it: https://www.breakthrough-pt.com/2020/09/achy-painful-shoulder-here-are-5-pt-approved-exercises-to-help/
At Breakthrough Physical Therapy, we want to wish the UNC football team good luck this week for their matchup @home against the Wake Forest Deacons. #GoHeels 🐑
What is a free screening, you may ask? One of our top physical therapists wants to inform you on what a free screening is. Check out the vid below and then come see one of our trusted physical therapist!
How much does PT cost? The frustrating answer for that question is – it depends, since the cost of PT can vary greatly from one person to another.
However, PT is a cost-effective treatment designed to get you back on your feet quickly and with lasting results. Click here to learn more about the cost of PT in conjunction with your healthcare plan: https://goconfluent.com/blog/how-much-does-physical-therapy-cost/
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🎉BreakThrough Physical Therapy is proud to announce our newest partnership with Sandhills Sports Performance! 🎉
We're excited to join together in our vision of patient centered care and reach more residents than before!
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BreakThrough Physical Therapy Announces Partnership with Sandhills Sports Performance & Physical Therapy | BreakThrough Physical Therapy
If you tried physical therapy in the past and it didn't work well here's why you should try it again! The science and education requirements have become more advanced! Check out the video content below on why you should see a physical therapist today!
We’re excited to announce our participation in TRICARE's project to combat low back pain. Through this project, beneficiaries in North Carolina will receive their first 3 #physicaltherapy appointments with no co-pay!
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BreakThrough Physical Therapy to Participate in TRICARE’s Demonstration Project to Combat Low Back Pain | BreakThrough Physical Therapy
Since we opened our doors, our goal has been to provide long-lasting outcomes for our patients. To accomplish this goal, we focus on three things - empathy and compassion, clinical excellence, and customer service. Every year we produce a scorecard to show how we compare to the physical therapy community, check out our scores here: https://breakthrough-pt.com/2021/01/our-2020-scorecard-is-in/
People around the world make New Year's resolutions each year, but most fall off the wagon within a month.
Wondering how to keep your New Year's resolution? Check out these 5 tips that will teach you how to accomplish every goal that you set this year! Click here to read: https://goconfluent.com/blog/how-to-keep-your-new-years-resolution/
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