Due to hurricane damage, the Havelock location is closed until further notice. Havelock therapists Hannah Zhang, Sarah Hall and Judy Hickes are available to see patients at the New Bern location. Please call the New Bern location at (252) 636-9800 to discuss your care.

Lumbar Spine Extension

3 PT techniques that can vastly improve your lumbar spine extension

June 2nd, 2022

The lumbar spine consists of five vertebrae. When the lumbar spine is in an extended position, the vertebrae bend so that the spine curves inward. For someone with poor back extension, it may be difficult to get a full range of motion and could place added pressure on the spine. Back extension exercises are frequently

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Ergonomic Assessment

Should I have an ergonomic assessment done for my home workstation?

April 20th, 2022

Ergonomics is the art of designing equipment to fit people rather than forcing people to adapt their bodies to the equipment. In other words, it is the proper application of material handling, safety, and medical science to create a safe and comfortable workplace. An ergonomically designed work space reduces strain on the body and improves

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Can Anxiety Cause Arm Pain

Can anxiety really be causing my arm pain?

April 9th, 2022

The short answer is yes. Anxiety can cause pain and other symptoms in the arm. Arm pain is widespread and affects many people daily. Some people may experience sudden sharp pain that comes on suddenly and doesn’t last very long, while others have a more chronic condition that’s more persistent. In addition to arm pain,

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