Physical Therapy
Joint Effort Movement Center is proud to be the ONLY Certified Postural Restoration Facility in South Carolina!
At Joint Effort Movement Center, our approach to physical therapy focuses on the root cause of your pain or discomfort.
During your initial evaluation with us, we not only assess your body from an orthopedic point of view (bones and muscles), but we also look at the role your neurological and respiratory systems may have on your condition.
For example, if you have tendinitis in your hip, we have often discovered that the issue could be with your rib cage. Weird, right? But we understand those types of connections and how to solve the problem.
What else makes our physical therapy different?
Each therapist works with just ONE patient at a time (no juggling multiple patients.)
You work with the SAME therapist throughout your treatment (allows for more focused results.)
You don’t have to make as many appointments. Our approach has found that clients heal better with more time between treatment sessions, which can also save you money.
Lastly, we are the only Certified Postural Restoration Facility in South Carolina (see below to learn more about PRI.)
Dr. Courtney instructs an advanced PRI technique given to higher level athletes.
The Four Components that Make
PRI Special:
#1: We use a full-body approach.
PRI focuses on making sure all your muscles and joints are coordinating together like they are supposed to. In most cases, where you are having pain is not where the dysfunction lies; our full-body assessments help us figure out where the root problem is.
#2: We connect things.
We understand connections like no other! If you feel like your issues are connected, but no one believes you, then come see us. We frequently hear, "so I'm not crazy?!" from our clients! No, you are not.
#3: Complex Issues?
Bring 'em on!
Do you have 12 different things going on? We aren't scared! When our main posture components are moving better, you will be surprised by how much better you will feel!
Depending on your assessment, we may recommend collaborative care from our massage therapist, our dentist partner, or other sources in Charleston we utilize to help tackle your issues.
#4: You will MOVE easier.
PRI is based on improving your respiratory system. When our diaphragm is moving better, it will shut down our overworked muscles.
Muscles like our back, neck muscles, calves, hip flexors, and upper traps. Those muscles hurt because they are working overtime to help you breathe!
Dr. Courtney instructs a PRI Pelvis repositioning technique using a balloon to address pelvic floor issues.
PRI can be used to treat:
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Back pain and sciatica
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Hip pain - tendinitis, impingement, arthritis
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SI Joint dysfunction
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Plantar fasciitis
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Knee instability and arthritis
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Shoulder problems
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Neck pain and headaches
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Hypermobility syndromes
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Multi-joint problems
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Muscle strains, overuse injuries, sports injuries
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Effects from "long COVID," pneumonia, or other respiratory issues
Dr. Gina instructs a diaphragm PRI technique. We frequently use balloons to help activate your diaphragm and reduce your muscle tightness.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my insurance cover Postural Restoration Therapy?
YES! Postural Restoration is considered physical therapy and is covered by insurance. We are in-network with Medicare, BCBS, Aetna, and Tricare.
If we are not in-network with your insurance, you can request a Superbill from us and submit it to your insurance for possible reimbursement.
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