Body In Motion Physical Therapy

01/30/2026

❄️ Shoveling Snow? Keep Your Back and Shoulders Safe with These Tips! ❄️
1. Warm Up: Walk around outside for a few minutes and do some arm circles.
2. Use Proper Tools: Choose a lightweight, ergonomic shovel.
3. Lift with Your Legs: Bend your knees, not your back.
4. Push, Don't Lift: Push the snow to the side when possible, rather than lifting it.
5. Don’t wait: Start shoveling when there are only a few inches on the ground. It is much faster and easier to push. Making a first pass before the snow stops and a final pass when it is done ultimately does not take more time than wrestling with 8-10 inches of snow all at once, and it is much easier on your back and shoulders.
6. Start in the Middle: Push snow to both sides, instead of all the way across.
7. Take Breaks: Rest every 15-20 minutes to avoid strain, and stretch backwards to ease the strain..
8. Stretch and Stay Hydrated: During your breaks, drink water to keep your muscles functioning well.
Stay safe and enjoy the winter wonderland! 🌨️💪
Feel free to share this with your friends and family! 😊

01/27/2026

Not me dissing the influencers!😎

If you aren’t tired of seeing coaches, chiros, and PTs selling their pain solutions and Holy Grail injury rehab plans on social media, I certainly am.

Do you want to know what all of these plans have in common? They’re non-specific. They’re not based on YOUR history, YOUR specific injury, or YOUR physical movement exam. So, maybe they’ll work, because some issues don’t need specific movements or treatments, and maybe they won’t. 🤔

Maybe you’ll even find the movements that work the best for you on your own - the movements or exercises that make you feel and move better and REMAIN BETTER. If you’ve found some of those movements, do them - A LOT!🎯

If you’re stuck, seeing a physical therapist certified in the McKenzie Method is a great way to go. McKenzie Method treatment plans are always specific to you: your history, your goals, your symptom behavior, and your movement restrictions.✅️💯

Call 919-307-5646 if you are ready to get started. 

Now excuse me while I watch some cute cat reels.🐈

01/26/2026

Body In Motion PT is pleased to continue to offer virtual visits to our customers. With over 5 years experience in delivering quality virtual care for our clients, we are always ready to pivot when icy roads or your busy schedule keep you at home. Why should necessary care be put on hold when the weather doesn't cooperate? All you need is an email address, a laptop, and stable internet. I do the rest!

Not sure if virtual care is right for you? Call 919-307-5646 to speak directly with the physical therapist. We will help you determine the best option for you!

01/14/2026

You wouldn’t ignore the check engine light in the only car you’ll ever own. Yet so many of us do that with our bodies.

👉Movement, strength, recovery, and rest aren’t luxuries—they’re maintenance.

👉Getting care today for smaller issues prevents bigger problems tomorrow.

Your body carries you through everything.
Treat it accordingly, and if you are stuck, let us help.

11/12/2025

🗨Straight from the founder of modern back pain treatment — Robin McKenzie himself!🗨

🦕Before Robin McKenzie revolutionized the way we approach spinal disorders, most back pain treatments relied on rest, manual therapy, and other passive interventions. Exercise prescriptions were often generic, failing to address the specific nature of each patient’s pain.

🎇The McKenzie Method (MDT) changed everything. This active treatment philosophy empowers patients to understand, manage, and ultimately treat their own pain. It’s not limited to back pain — MDT principles apply across a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions.

Here's how it works:
👉After a thorough, movement-based assessment from an MDT-certified physical therapist (far more detailed than what you’d receive in a physician’s office), you’re prescribed specific movements and positions tailored to your individual presentation. Manual therapy is used when appropriate, but the focus is on educating you to take control of your own recovery — and prevent recurrence.

🚫No MRIs. No injections. No heat, ice, ultrasound, or unnecessary medications.
✅Just a clear understanding of your condition, targeted movement strategies, and guidance every step of the way with your MDT-certified physical therapist.

When the mechanisms of pain are accurately identified and you’re equipped with the right tools to address it, healing follows — which is why most of my clients feel better in six visits or fewer.

Are you ready to take charge of your pain? Most patients can be seen within 48 hours.
Call 919-307-5646 to get started NOW!

10/29/2025

What’s more important to your back than your posture? Movement!

The best posture for back pain doesn’t exist — the key is how often you change positions.

Try this simple movement throughout your day — at your desk, in your car, or when you first get up in the morning. It can be a game changer for easing stiffness and keeping your spine happy.

Movement is medicine.
Move well. Move often.

10/01/2025

Happy National Physical Therapy Month from Body In Motion PT & Wellness! I've been helping people get back to what they love and need to do for over 25 years, and I'm here for you when you need me!

09/16/2025

We’ve seen it too often—people convinced that pain is just part of life. But that’s not the truth. You don't have to accept pain as part of your life. You don’t have to settle.

We know what’s possible. Every day, we help people break free from the cycle of pain and immobility. Let’s reclaim the life you deserve. Reach out today (919)307-5646.

08/25/2025

It's Go Time! We're for all of your sports performance, sports injury, and injury-prevention needs!

08/20/2025

It's true! So if you have been putting off getting into treatment because it's "too expensive" or you don't see the value, consider physical therapy and wellness programming longterm investments in your health. There is no better time to get started.

Whether you are dealing with an injury, ache, or pain, OR if you just want to learn how to better care for your body so that you can perform better in your sport or move well for a lifetime, Body In Motion can help.

07/11/2025

Stop asking ChatGPT to write a treatment plan for your back pain and read this👇

✨You Are More Than Your Diagnosis✨

There’s a common misconception that if someone has (insert diagnosis here),—like tennis elbow pain, a disc herniation, a rotator cuff tear, knee arthritis, an ankle sprain,—they should automatically receive (insert specific treatment plan here). Maybe you’ve even visited a doctor or even a physical therapist for your issue, and they handed you a pre-printed sheet of exercises to work on.

The reality is that a diagnosis is only one part of the picture. No two people with the same diagnosis are exactly the same.

A well-designed rehab program considers the whole person, including:

🔹 Functional goals (the activities they want to return to)
🔹 Medical history (chronic conditions, prior injuries)
🔹 Occupational demands
🔹 Directional preference of movement, if indicated by assessment
🔹 Available equipment and environment
🔹 Pain sensitivity/irritability
🔹 Exercise preferences and tolerance
🔹 Age and activity level
🔹 Mobility and strength levels
🔹 Beliefs about pain and recovery
🔹Learning style and level of cueing needed
🔹 Movement coordination and control

…and many other factors.

What’s ideal for one individual may be completely inappropriate for another, even with the same diagnosis on paper or a similar MRI report. That’s why it’s so important to be assessed (and continually reassessed) by a qualified physical therapist who can work with you to develop and progress a plan that is customized to your unique situation and goals—instead of relying on a one-size-fits-all approach.

Google and AI are great, but you are more than your diagnosis—and your care should reflect that.

Have you ever received a generic treatment plan?

Learn more about conditions I can help with at https://bodyinmotionnc.com/

07/09/2025

Tell your reps to vote YES on Medicare Patient Choice Act (H.R. 4204) to give Medicare subscribers freedom to choose their therapy providers!

Legislation was introduced in Congress this week to allow physical therapists to “opt out” of the Medicare program, making it easier for seniors to see the physical therapist of their choice. The Medicare Patient Choice Act (H.R. 4204), sponsored by Reps. Lloyd Smucker, R-Pa., and Don Davis, D-N...