Carolina Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine

Carolina Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Carolina Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine strives to offer the highest quality orthopedic care

Carolina Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine was founded in 2006 and is locally owned by Chris Ballew and Jim Cates. We are the leading physical therapy practice in South Carolina. Our company was founded on Christian principles with a mission to provide research-based therapy in a caring environment. Our staff is selected because of their commitment and determination to make a difference in the

health and well-being of others. Our combined clinical experience and compassion is really what sets us apart.

How is it already time for Back to School?!?! ๐ŸšŒ Parents, we have a backpack ๐ŸŽ’ size and weight chart to help you start th...
08/13/2026

How is it already time for Back to School?!?! ๐ŸšŒ Parents, we have a backpack ๐ŸŽ’ size and weight chart to help you start the year off right. We hope everyone has a great first day! โœ๏ธ https://nuvi.me/6g6uce

With summer coming to an end and the need for school supplies and backpacks returning, here are a few tips to keep in mind when shopping with your child. These back pack safety tips to make sure your kids don't have any unnecessary back pain this year.

Are you drinking enough water? ๐Ÿซ— While the โ€œ8 cups a dayโ€ rule is a good starting point, the amount of water you really ...
08/06/2026

Are you drinking enough water? ๐Ÿซ— While the โ€œ8 cups a dayโ€ rule is a good starting point, the amount of water you really need depends on factors like gender, age, activity level, and even the weather โ˜€๏ธ. See how much water you really need to stay hydrated ๐Ÿ‘‰๏ธ https://nuvi.me/rzp0e0

August is practically here... As the temperatures rise โ˜€๏ธ, we've decided to share our top hot weather exercise tips to h...
07/30/2026

August is practically here... As the temperatures rise โ˜€๏ธ, we've decided to share our top hot weather exercise tips to help you stay active and hydrated ๐Ÿ’ง through the hottest month of the year. Good luck out there! https://nuvi.me/hj5lgw

07/27/2026

Rolled your ankle at the beach? Overdid it on the hiking trail?

Early physical therapy gets you back to the activities you love, faster. Don't wait it out. Come see us.

What a great ending to the World Cup. ๐Ÿ†๏ธโšฝ๏ธ We asked who you thought would win, and it was close!  Most of our write-ins ...
07/23/2026

What a great ending to the World Cup. ๐Ÿ†๏ธโšฝ๏ธ We asked who you thought would win, and it was close! Most of our write-ins were for Argentina; Spain votes barely took over France. Congratulations to everyone who guessed correctly - you guys were spot on!! ๐Ÿ™Œ

Carolina Physical Therapy is proud to host the MAPS MT-1 Essential Peripheral Seminar on August 15โ€“16 at our Lexington c...
07/15/2026

Carolina Physical Therapy is proud to host the MAPS MT-1 Essential Peripheral Seminar on August 15โ€“16 at our Lexington clinic.

This South Carolina-approved, live in-person course is open to PTs, PTAs, ATs, OTs, and COTAs looking to advance their clinical skills and continue their certification journey.

๐Ÿ“ Lexington, SC
๐Ÿ“… August 15โ€“16
๐ŸŽ“ 33 Contact Hours | 3.3 CEUs

Visit the QR code or flyer for registration details!

By engaging your core, you create a steady, comfortable support around your midsection. This support can help protect yo...
07/09/2026

By engaging your core, you create a steady, comfortable support around your midsection. This support can help protect your spine while lifting, walking/running. It can help improve posture - the list goes on. We've put together a quick and easy guide to help you get started + some things to look out for so you don't do it wrong.

Check it out โ–ถ๏ธhttps://nuvi.me/tfx6x0

By engaging your core, you create a steady, comfortable support around your midsection. This support can help protect yo...
07/09/2026

By engaging your core, you create a steady, comfortable support around your midsection. This support can help protect your spine while lifting, walking/running. It can help improve posture - the list goes on. We've put together a quick and easy guide to help you get started + some things to look out for so you don't do it wrong.

Check it out โ–ถ๏ธhttps://nuvi.me/bj177k

Join us in congratulating our Charleston team on being voted Best Physical Therapy Practice in this year's HealthLinks B...
07/08/2026

Join us in congratulating our Charleston team on being voted Best Physical Therapy Practice in this year's HealthLinks Best in Health awards and Cameron Griffith for being named Best Physical Therapist!

We're incredibly grateful for the trust and support of our patients, referral partners, and community. These recognitions reflect the dedication, compassion, and expertise our team brings to patient care every day.

Thank you to everyone who voted and helped make this achievement possible. We are honored to be part of your health and wellness journey!

We're raising awareness about employeesโ€™ well-being as we celebrate National Employee Wellness Month! ๐Ÿ™Œ  Here are a few ...
06/25/2026

We're raising awareness about employeesโ€™ well-being as we celebrate National Employee Wellness Month! ๐Ÿ™Œ Here are a few ways to overcome stress and put a positive spin on your day ๐Ÿ˜:

โœ…๏ธ Take Deep Breaths for an easy 3-5 minute exercise, sit up in a chair with your feet flat on the floor and hands on top of your knees. Breathe in and out slowly and deeply. Deep breathing oxygenates your blood.
โœ…๏ธ Exercise causes your body to release endorphins, and it helps clear the mind. Get up and walk for a few minutes. If you canโ€™t leave your desk, stretch! Stretching is a therapeutic exercise.
โœ…๏ธ Eat Right and avoid sugary, fatty snack foods. Fruits and vegetables are always a good, healthy option. Keep several at your desk and enjoy them.
โœ…๏ธ Listen to Music, playing calm music has a positive effect on the brain and body. If you are feeling overwhelmed, take a small break and listen to your favorite tune. One recommendation is listening to the ocean or nature sounds.
โœ…๏ธ Schedule Time with family or friends to combat stress and/or loneliness by calling or meeting them after work. Schedule a group lunch or outing and have it on your calendar as something to look forward to.


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We're raising awareness about employeesโ€™ well-being as we celebrate National Employee Wellness Month! ๐Ÿ™Œ  Here are a few ...
06/25/2026

We're raising awareness about employeesโ€™ well-being as we celebrate National Employee Wellness Month! ๐Ÿ™Œ Here are a few ways to overcome stress and put a positive spin on your day ๐Ÿ˜:

โœ…๏ธ Take Deep Breaths for an easy 3-5 minute exercise, sit up in a chair with your feet flat on the floor and hands on top of your knees. Breathe in and out slowly and deeply. Deep breathing oxygenates your blood.
โœ…๏ธ Exercise causes your body to release endorphins, and it helps clear the mind. Get up and walk for a few minutes. If you canโ€™t leave your desk, stretch! Stretching is a therapeutic exercise.
โœ…๏ธ Eat Right and avoid sugary, fatty snack foods. Fruits and vegetables are always a good, healthy option. Keep several at your desk and enjoy them.
โœ…๏ธ Listen to Music, playing calm music has a positive effect on the brain and body. If you are feeling overwhelmed, take a small break and listen to your favorite tune. One recommendation is listening to the ocean or nature sounds.
โœ…๏ธ Schedule Time with family or friends to combat stress and/or loneliness by calling or meeting them after work. Schedule a group lunch or outing and have it on your calendar as something to look forward to.


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We wanted to know your Favorite Summer Time Dessert... and Fresh Fruit won by quite a LOT!  ๐Ÿ‰ In honor of that, our July...
06/18/2026

We wanted to know your Favorite Summer Time Dessert... and Fresh Fruit won by quite a LOT! ๐Ÿ‰ In honor of that, our July recipe will feature your favorite summer snack๐Ÿ˜‰, so make sure to check it out when it hits your inbox! Want to vote? You can tell us your favorite summer treat here โžก๏ธ https://nuvi.me/2p53v5 or tell us below ๐Ÿ‘‡๏ธ

We wanted to know your Favorite Summer Time Dessert... and Fresh Fruit won by quite a LOT!  ๐Ÿ‰ In honor of that, our July...
06/18/2026

We wanted to know your Favorite Summer Time Dessert... and Fresh Fruit won by quite a LOT! ๐Ÿ‰ In honor of that, our July recipe will feature your favorite summer snack๐Ÿ˜‰, so make sure to check it out when it hits your inbox! Want to vote? You can tell us your favorite summer treat here โžก๏ธ https://nuvi.me/up2bn6 or tell us below ๐Ÿ‘‡๏ธ

Itโ€™s important to take short movement breaks throughout the workday.  Try incorporating these 3๏ธโƒฃ stretches into your mo...
06/11/2026

Itโ€™s important to take short movement breaks throughout the workday. Try incorporating these 3๏ธโƒฃ stretches into your movement breaks to help stay flexible โžก๏ธ https://nuvi.me/1jsf6y

Itโ€™s important to take short movement breaks every 30 minutes spent...

Don't let your summer be a bummer... Come to Carolina Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine to start getting rid of your ...
06/04/2026

Don't let your summer be a bummer... Come to Carolina Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine to start getting rid of your pain? Who's a good candidate for care? We've covered all of that in our newsletter here ๐Ÿ‘‰๏ธ https://nuvi.me/nf4zxf. Check it out or visit our website!

Summer is soooo close!! Planning a road trip? ๐Ÿš— Save these stretches to avoid feeling stiff! https://nuvi.me/mv2ufc     ...
05/28/2026

Summer is soooo close!! Planning a road trip? ๐Ÿš— Save these stretches to avoid feeling stiff! https://nuvi.me/mv2ufc

These quick and easy road trip stretches are designed to be done safely as a passenger or during pit stops.

We asked what the BEST part of care was, and hands-on treatment took the win๐Ÿ™Œ, closely followed by guided exercises and ...
05/21/2026

We asked what the BEST part of care was, and hands-on treatment took the win๐Ÿ™Œ, closely followed by guided exercises and drills. We really thought the heat therapy would be more popular, but you proved us wrong ๐Ÿ˜‰. What's your favorite part?

Let us know below or vote in our poll ๐Ÿ‘‰๏ธ https://nuvi.me/2igphr

The study below shows that patients who attend physical therapy consistently โžก๏ธ at least twice per week โฌ…๏ธ are more like...
05/14/2026

The study below shows that patients who attend physical therapy consistently โžก๏ธ at least twice per week โฌ…๏ธ are more likely to reach their recovery goals. Consistency drives results while skipping sessions can slow or halt progress. If you have questions about your plan of care - let us know. We pride ourselves on helping our community get back to the activities they love most!

๐Ÿ‘‰๏ธhttps://nuvi.me/7mld7u

Address

1514 Pickens Street
Columbia, SC
29201

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 7am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+18032560303

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