Pisgah Physical Therapy

01/23/2026

Tips from a seasoned veteran of winter storms in this area.

BEFORE THE STORM (24–48 HOURS AHEAD)

❄️1. Charge all phones, power banks, tablets, and rechargeable lanterns.

❄️2. Fill vehicle gas tanks in case stations lose power.

❄️3. Get cash in small bills in case card systems go down.

❄️4. Pick up prescriptions and essential medications early.

❄️5. Download movies, books, and maps for offline use.

❄️6. Identify one warm room in the house to “camp out” if power fails.

❄️7. Locate water shut-off valve and breaker box now, not later.

❄️8. Set fridge and freezer to colder settings to hold temperature longer.

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WATER AND PIPE PROTECTION

❄️9. Drip faucets on exterior walls when temps drop below freezing.

❄️10. Open cabinet doors under sinks to allow warm air circulation.

❄️11. Disconnect garden hoses from outdoor spigots.

❄️12. Cover outdoor faucets with insulated caps or towels.

❄️13. Know how to shut off water quickly if a pipe bursts.

❄️14. Fill jugs, buckets, or bathtub with water for flushing and washing.

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FOOD AND KITCHEN PREP

❄️15. Keep 3–5 days of no-cook food: peanut butter, tuna, bread, crackers, canned meat, fruit cups.

❄️16. Have manual can opener available.

❄️17. Buy shelf-stable milk or powdered milk if needed.

❄️18. Freeze a few water bottles to act as freezer “ice packs.”

❄️19. Keep a cooler ready to move fridge food outside if power is out and temps are below freezing.

❄️20. Avoid stocking large amounts of perishables right before the storm.

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HEAT AND HOME SAFETY

❄️21. Gather extra blankets, sleeping bags, and warm layers.

❄️22. If using a fireplace, confirm chimney is clear and have dry wood.

❄️23. Never run generators or grills inside garages or homes.

❄️24. Test smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors.

❄️25. Have at least one flashlight per person plus spare batteries.

❄️26. Use battery lanterns instead of candles when possible.

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VEHICLE AND TRAVEL

❄️27. Plan to avoid driving once freezing rain begins.

❄️28. Bridges, overpasses, and shaded roads freeze first.

❄️29. Keep in the car: blanket, water, snacks, phone charger, gloves.

❄️30. Replace old wiper blades and top off washer fluid.

❄️31. Park away from large tree limbs when possible.

❄️32. Assume flights and travel may be disrupted for days.

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POWER OUTAGE PLAN

❄️33. Unplug sensitive electronics to avoid surge damage.

❄️34. Keep one battery radio or weather app for updates.

❄️35. Use surge protectors for TVs and computers.

❄️36. Know where warming centers may be in your parish.

❄️37. Have extension cords ready if using a generator outside.

❄️38. Keep refrigerator closed to preserve cold air.

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PETS AND LIVESTOCK

❄️39. Bring pets indoors with extra food and water.

❄️40. Provide outdoor animals with unfrozen water sources.

❄️41. Add straw or blankets to outdoor shelters.

❄️42. Keep leashes and carriers accessible in case of evacuation.

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MEDICAL AND SPECIAL NEEDS

❄️43. Keep a written list of medications and dosages.

❄️44. Store a small first-aid kit with thermometer and basic meds.

❄️45. Have backup batteries for medical devices.

❄️46. Identify a place with power you could relocate to if needed.

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PROPERTY PROTECTION

❄️47. Move vehicles away from trees or power lines.

❄️48. Secure outdoor furniture and lightweight items.

❄️49. Avoid trimming trees during the storm—do it beforehand.

❄️50. Photograph property for insurance before conditions worsen.

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DURING THE STORM

❄️51. Do not drive unless absolutely necessary.

❄️52. Assume downed lines are live and dangerous.

❄️53. Use only safe indoor heating methods.

❄️54. Check on neighbors, especially elderly, by phone if possible.

❄️55. Report outages to utility companies rather than 911 unless it’s an emergency.

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AFTER THE STORM

❄️56. Walk carefully—ice may refreeze overnight.

❄️57. Check pipes for leaks as temperatures rise.

❄️58. Throw out refrigerated food if above 40°F for more than 4 hours.

❄️59. Avoid DIY electrical repairs around downed lines.

❄️60. Be patient—restoring power after ice can take several days.

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KEY REALITY FOR SOUTHERN ICE EVENTS

❄️A quarter inch of ice can bring scattered outages.

❄️Half an inch can cripple travel and power for days.

❄️Ice is more dangerous than snow (especially in the South)

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12/25/2025

From all of us at Pisgah PT,
Happy Holidays! 🎄
Stay moving, stay cozy, and take good care of yourself this season.

12/24/2025

Does anyone else see a resemblance??

12/11/2025

Manual therapy works because of how it interacts with the nervous system, not because anyone is physically shifting bones, untangling tissues, or changing structure in any permanent way. When hands-on input is applied, it floods the sensory system with information through the skin, joints, and deeper tissues, and that information is processed by the brain and spinal cord. If the nervous system interprets that input as safe, non-threatening, and useful, it can reduce protective output such as excessive muscle tone, guarded movement, and heightened pain sensitivity. That’s why people often feel looser, calmer, or more comfortable after treatment, even though nothing has been mechanically altered in the way people imagine. The effect is driven by changes in perception, pressure tolerance, and how the brain is choosing to regulate the area in that moment. This is also why different people respond differently to the same technique, and why results can vary from day to day. Manual therapy is not about fixing structure, it’s about influencing how the nervous system is responding to what it thinks is happening in the body.

11/25/2025

10/31/2025

We’ll scare off pain and help you move,
stretch those muscles, so you can get in the groove!
Our PT magic works like a charm
To keep you moving, safe from harm!

Happy Halloween from the therapist at Pisgah PT and a pic of one of our patients that had magical results 😉😁

10/31/2025

Age doesn’t take your power.....weakness does.

Reclaim the strength that guards your joints, and rewrite your body’s story.

10/16/2025

Even the smallest step forward can spark change.
Progress isn’t always loud it’s in the quiet moments when you choose to keep going, even when no one’s watching.

Remember, rest is part of the journey too.
It’s where your strength rebuilds, where your fire reignites.

Your progress isn’t measured by how fast you go,
but by how much stronger, wiser, and more grounded you become along the way.

10/14/2025

It’s easy to convince someone they need surgery for something that doesn’t.
But it’s so hard to convince them to move again when an MRI shows the tiniest flaw.

We’ve learned to fear what we see on a screen more than what we feel in our hearts.
But your body is not broken, its living, breathing, and built to heal.
Pain doesn’t always mean damage.
And stillness doesn’t always mean safety.

Flow gently.
Rise bravely.

Because healing is less about repair and more about remembering your own resilience.

10/14/2025

We were made to move, joints break down from NOT moving.

09/29/2025

No referral? No problem!

Direct Access is available. Just like going to the chiropractor, you can receive physical therapy without a prescription. We will confirm with your insurance that direct access is covered under your plan, and if a referral is needed to continue therapy, we will reach out to your provider to get one