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5 Good stretches for Low Back Pain Relief

By Christopher Taylor, PT / March 18, 2015

Stretching of the joints, muscles, and nerves are very important to ensure that there are not imbalances throughout the musculoskeletal system. Decreased flexibility anywhere in the musculoskeletal system may lead to lower back pain. Not all of the following stretches may be appropriate for everyone. A stretch should not induce painful symptoms.…

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Snow Shoveling

By Christopher Taylor, PT / February 24, 2015

Snow Shoveling without Injury Snow shoveling is a repetitive activity that can cause muscle strain to the lower back and shoulders. Back injuries due to snow shoveling are more likely to happen to people who may not know that they are out of condition. Following these tips can help you…

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Why You Should Seek Treatment While your Insurance Deductible is Met

By Christopher Taylor, PT / November 4, 2014

It’s time to GET TREATMENT now Before the beginning of the year! 1. Insurance Deductibles Are Usually Met by Now: Most patients don’t strategize in regards to their insurance deductibles. Most of us have met our deductibles or our max out of pocket making it a very good time of…

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Sports Injury Therapy Asheville

By physio pt / September 29, 2014

Sports Injury Therapy Asheville With our Sports Injury Therapy Asheville program, we offer cutting edge treatment and sport-specific solutions for all young athletes looking to get back into the game better, stronger and faster. Our proven solutions are non-invasive and drug-free. Our programs address the root cause of the pain to eliminate…

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Sports Injury Clinic

By physio pt / September 22, 2014

No Appointment Necessary – Walk In Sports Injury Clinic!   PHYSIO Physical Therapy and Wellness Asheville is pleased to announce we will beoffering an Open Sports Injury Clinic Every Monday from 4-5pm!  This walk in sports injury clinic is for athletes of all ages. Our open Clinic will be Open to the…

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

By physio pt / September 17, 2014

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome What it is: The Carpal Tunnel is the passage in the wrist created by bones on three sides and ligament on the fourth. Through this tiny space, nine tendons pass, as well as the median nerve. It stands to reason that any inflammation of any sort in the…

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MedCost Accepted In-Network

By physio pt / September 15, 2014

MedCost Insurance Accepted In-Network at PHYSIO Physical Therapy and Wellness   Physio Physical Therapy and Wellness Asheville is proud to announce that we are (and have been) a preferred provider for MedCost Insurance.  We are one of the few Physical Therapy Providers in Asheville to offer services to those with MedCost Health Insurance.  Physio Physical Therapy and…

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UnitedHealthCare (UHC) Accepted In-Network

By physio pt / September 11, 2014

UnitedHealthCare (UHC) Accepted In-Network at PHYSIO Physical Therapy and Wellness   Physio Physical Therapy and Wellness Asheville is proud to announce that we are (and have been) a preferred provider for UnitedHealthCare (UHC) Insurance.  We are one of the only Physical Therapy Providers in Asheville to offer services to those with UnitedHealthCare (UHC) Health…

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Cigna Accepted In-Network

By physio pt / September 9, 2014

Cigna Accepted In-Network at PHYSIO   Physio Physical Therapy and Wellness Asheville is proud to announce that we are (and have been) a preferred provider for CIGNA Health Insurance.  We are one of the only Physical Therapy Providers in Asheville to offer services to those with Cigna Health Insurance.  Physio…

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Homemade Ice and Heat Packs

By Christopher Taylor, PT / July 12, 2014

As simple as it may seem, heat or cold application can provide a surprising amount of pain relief for many types of pain.  What is not commonly known is that Cold packs help reduce inflammation and numb painful areas and Heat packs help increase circulation to a specific area of…

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