Access Physical Therapy & Wellness

10/15/2025

When ankle and knee pain began holding Carolyn back, she turned to ACCESS PT for help. With Andrew’s expert care and a personalized exercise plan, she found the relief and strength she’d been hoping for. 💙

10/13/2025

Lower back pain shouldn’t be part of your everyday life. These 4 PT-approved exercises can help relieve stiffness, improve mobility, and keep you moving pain-free!
Start your recovery here ⬇️

Back pain is one of the most common health issues in the United States. At any given point, 26% of adults in the U.S. have back pain. Back pain can range from an acute injury to a chronic issue that doesn’t seem to go away.  What is the Best Exercise for Back Pain?  Here’s the […]

10/12/2025

“I am stronger and more confident in my ability to walk without the assistance of a cane.”
After a total hip replacement, Christine turned to ACCESS PT, with Jessica’s support, she regained her strength, independence, and peace of mind. We’re so proud to be part of her recovery journey 💚!

10/06/2025

This month, we’re celebrating the life-changing power of physical therapy.
PT isn’t just about treating pain — it’s about restoring independence, preventing surgery, & giving people their lives back. Here’s why PT-first makes all the difference ⬇️

When it comes to musculoskeletal (MSK) health, too often patients are steered toward costly surgeries or prescription medications before they’ve had the chance to try more conservative, effective solutions. That’s where physical therapy comes in, and why adopting a PT-first approach is a smarter...

10/03/2025

We can't wait to celebrate Customer Service Week! Next week, we will spotlight each of our ACCESS PT Values with fun daily themes and activities as we reflect on the connections we build, the positivity we share, and the care we deliver every day. Here's a flash back to the ACCESS PT team having so much FUN at past Customer Service Weeks! 🤩

10/01/2025

🎉 October Birthday Shoutout! 🎉
Join us in celebrating all the amazing ACCESS PT team members with birthdays this month! We’re so grateful for everything you do, and we hope your year ahead is filled with joy, health, and success. 💙

Help us wish a HAPPY BIRTHDAY to:
🎂 Alexis W.
🎂 Jesse B.
🎂 Shannon P.
🎂 Brianna V.
🎂 Matt B.
🎂 Chance M.
🎂 Thomas O.
🎂 Amanda D.
🎂 Kristina A.
🎂 Chris A.
🎂 Jeffrey S.
🎂 Stephanie H.
🎂 Melissa N.
🎂 Rebecca S.
🎂 Megan R.
🎂 Jenna K.
🎂 Deborah S.
🎂 Rebecca B.
🎂 Martha L.
🎂 Jaclyn L.
🎂 Belledonna R.
🎂 Kiki F.
🎂 Jonas S.
🎂 Stacey B.
🎂 Annette A.
🎂 Nakayla B.
🎂 Diane D.
🎂 Amy S.
🎂 Monica K.
🎂 Brian V.
🎂 Sabrina C.
🎂 Terridawn W.
🎂 Raymond Y.
🎂 Robert W.
🎂 Jacob U.
🎂 Anabel A.
🎂 Robert K.
🎂 Miranda B.
🎂 Janet A.
🎂 David R.
🎂 Diana S.
🎂 Ashton L.
🎂 Judith P.
🎂 Rachael F.
🎂 Elsie L.

Happy birthday to each of you! 🎈

10/01/2025

Happy Physical Therapy Month from the ACCESS PT Team! 🎉

09/29/2025

🎉 We’ve officially moved in South Windsor!
Our team is excited to welcome you to our brand-new clinic at:
📍 1735 Ellington Road, #12, South Windsor, CT 06074
New space, same friendly faces & expert care 💚
Scroll through to check out the fresh look — we can’t wait for you to see it in person!
📞 860-337-7100

09/26/2025

Balance Week Recap - Whether hiking and posing at the top of a mountain, showing off some serious balance skills, or finding ways to figuratively "balance," the ACCESS PT team and patients had fun during Balance Awareness Week!🦩

10/05/2021

We'd be honored to receive your nomination for best physical therapist in WRAL's Voters' Choice Awards. If you'd like to participate, head over to the nomination ballot, scroll down to Physical Therapist, and enter "Sports & More by ACCESS PT". ☑

https://www.wral.com/2021-wral-voters-choice-awards/19868188/ #/gallery/?group=396390

05/13/2021

Want to know more about in-home physical therapy? Watch this short video with Tyler Hassinger, PT, DPT to learn more about the services offered, and whether they may be a good option for you or someone you love!

This is "Physical Therapy in the Home" by Access Physical Therapy Wellness on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.

04/26/2021

Baseball parents & players, check out this Q&A with Smithfield's Bob Wassel, PT, DPT! ⚾

Baseball players, check out this Q&A for information about common baseball injuries, as well as some tips & tricks to improve performance.

03/17/2021

Happy St. Patrick's Day from the Smithfield Team 🍀

02/19/2021

Bob and Casey are wearing red today to support the American Heart Association and raise awareness for cardiovascular disease! ❤

If pain is preventing you from leading an active, healthy lifestyle, give us a call. We have immediate availability and would love to help you get back to doing the things you love!

06/29/2020

Our beautiful new location is now open in Smithfield, NC! This spacious facility offers a large gym area as well as 3 private treatment rooms.

We offer a wide variety of services including: physical therapy, post-surgical care, pediatrics, sports injuries & concussions, vestibular therapy, manual therapy, and wheelchair assessments.

Call us today at 919-745-8885 or visit our website to schedule an appointment!

https://accessphysicaltherapywellness.com/location/smithfield-nc/

06/16/2020

Access Physical Therapy & Wellness is thrilled to announce that our Smithfield location will be opening on June 22, 2020! Visit our website or call now to schedule an appointment.