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Living life to the fullest depends on your ability to participate in everything from normal daily responsibilities to the activities you enjoy and share with family and friends. When your ability to move is limited for any reason, or if you want to build strength and improve balance, you may benefit from the targeted treatment of physical therapy.
The Physical Therapy Department at Blue Ridge Regional Hospital is equipped to treat pain, improve strength and maximize mobility through structured exercise and a wide range of therapeutic treatments. Licensed physical therapists develop a personalized treatment plan and then work with you to meet your goals. Our team coordinates with your primary care physician and delivers quality care to help you return to maximum functioning.
For your convenience, physical therapy is available at two locations. To make an appointment, or for more information, call:
Blue Ridge Regional Hospital in Spruce Pine – 828-765-7901
Blue Ridge Fitness and Rehabilitation in Burnsville – 828-682-6720
Our Patients
Many possible causes exist for the pain and limited mobility our patients face. We offer treatment for a wide variety of conditions, including:
- Orthopedic conditions – fractures, dislocations or any problem related to tendons, muscles and bones
- Sports injuries and training
- Post-surgical recovery
- Repetitive movement injuries such as carpal tunnel syndrome
- Neck and back pain
- Heart and lung disease
- Neurological conditions including stroke, brain injury and Parkinson's disease
- Workplace injuries
- Balance problems
Our Services
Physical therapy uses numerous proven techniques tailored to your individual needs. Licensed physical therapists are qualified to evaluate your condition, develop a comprehensive treatment plan, and recommend assistive equipment if necessary. Our goal is to restore or improve your ability to function by increasing strength, flexibility, range of motion, endurance and balance.
Once you begin physical therapy, you become the most important member of the team. We provide therapy, training and education—and we support you throughout the process—but your dedication and effort are critical. The more you participate, the more you'll gain from our services.
Physical therapy services are delivered to patients in Blue Ridge Regional Hospital, on an outpatient basis at the hospital or the fitness center, and when necessary, we come to your home. Your program may include one or more types of therapy, such as:
- Hands-on therapy such as joint and soft tissue mobilization
- Massage therapy
- Therapeutic exercise
- Electrical stimulation to relieve and reduce pain
- Ultrasound – uses sound waves to generate heat and reduce pain
- McKenzie Method – exercises to treat and prevent back or neck pain
- Body mechanics
- Hydrotherapy
Specialized Treatment and Programs
Blue Ridge Regional Hospital and Blue Ridge Fitness and Rehabilitation also offer specialized treatment programs to help our patients regain and maintain functioning:
- Aquatic Therapy: Advanced SwimEx™ pools gently restore functioning and build strength. These pools, which are often used by athletes to rehabilitate injuries, provide a continuous water flow that can be adjusted as strength increases.
- Transition Program: When formal physical therapy is finished, we may create a home exercise program for you to follow or recommend you enter our unique Transition Program at the fitness center. The Transition Program is staffed by certified Fitness Trainers to help you set personal goals, operate equipment, lead you in classes, and support your transition from structured therapy to a self-paced fitness program.
- Fitness Center: Complete physical therapy services are provided at Blue Ridge Fitness and Rehabilitation in Burnsville, NC. This facility also houses a fully equipped fitness center that's available to everyone in the region. For more information about the equipment, classes or fees, go to our fitness center web page or call 828-678-FITT (3488).
- Sports Performance Enhancement & Explosive Development: Our exclusive program at the fitness center designed to improve sports performance through training focused on agility, coordination and endurance.
Our Team
In addition to training and certification, the members of our team are backed by extensive experience. Our inpatient experience alone represents more than 19,400 patient visits and 35,500 treatments. Beyond training and experience, our physical therapy staff demonstrates a deep understanding of the challenges our patients face and they respond with patience and compassion. Our team consists of:
- Licensed physical therapists
- Certified fitness trainers
- Physical therapy assistants
Appointments and Information
To schedule an appointment, or if you have any questions, please call one of the following numbers:
- Blue Ridge Regional Hospital in Spruce Pine – 828-765-7901
- Blue Ridge Fitness and Rehabilitation in Burnsville – 828-682-6720
- Transition Program at the fitness center in Burnsville – 828-678-3488
Insurance
We participate with most major insurance companies, but please contact your provider to verify your coverage and qualification requirements.
Locations and Hours
Physical Therapy at
Blue Ridge Regional Hospital
125 Hospital Dr.
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
Physical Therapy at Blue Ridge Fitness and Rehabilitation
155 Love Fox Dr.
Burnsville, NC 28714
Physical therapy hours at both locations: 7:30 am to 5:30 pm
Fitness Center hours:
Monday – Thursday: 6:00 am to 8:30 pm
Friday: 6:00 am to 7:00 pm
Saturday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Sunday: 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm |
