Accidents are just a part of life. They can happen at work, home, or even on the road. And when accidents happen, injuries often follow. According to the CDC, the number of injury-related visits to the ER was more than 38 million in 2020. But not all injuries require the same treatment. Minor sprains and bruises can often be treated at home with rest, ice, and elevation. Other, more serious injuries necessitate ongoing care like sports rehab and physical therapy. As a combination of physical exercises and education, physical therapy in Moncks Corner, SC, has incredible benefits for those who are injured or in constant pain. For many patients and pain sufferers, physical therapy is the key to a pain-free life - one without constant worry and debilitating pain, where joints and muscles don't ache, and everyday activities are easy to accomplish.
That's where Back 2 Health Physical Medicine comes into play: to help you rediscover the lifestyle you used to love.
Physical therapy centers around correcting impairments to your body's muscles, nerves, and even your brain. When you tear a muscle or break a major bone in your body, it's crucial to maintain careful stretching and training as your injury heals. However, trying to handle physical therapy on your own is quite risky. At Back 2 Health Physical Medicine, our team uses multiple diagnostic tools to monitor your injuries as you heal to ensure your treatment is helping to heal your body, not damage it further.
We help many different types of patients recover, from teen and adult athletes who play competitive sports to older adults and seniors who are retired. Our doctors and physical therapists find that immediate care often helps prevent minor issues, like sprains, from developing into serious problems. That's especially true if we can find a misalignment or weakness that led to the injury, to begin with.
When an injury takes you out of the game or affects your daily life, seeking physical therapy can get you back to normal as quickly as possible, without risking further damage. And that's the beauty of physical therapy from Back 2 Health.
Patients rely on our trained physical therapists to help them work through a myriad of issues, such as:
Unlike other physical rehab centers, however, we provide more than just physical therapy. Instead of focusing on one pain-relieving discipline, our team utilizes physical therapy along with medical therapeutics and research-backed solutions to give patients a multi-discipline approach to healing. We don't just have one or two physical therapists at your service - we have an entire team dedicated to your recovery, including:
At Back 2 Health, we believe the very best results are achieved by giving patients personalized treatment and access to a comprehensive list of rehab services. Our doctors and physical therapists do more than treat pain - we treat patients. Our goal is to completely restore the quality of life you deserve. We accomplish that goal by using all our resources to treat your pain, from the bottoms of your feet to tips of your triceps and everything in between.
And with decades of combined experience, we understand that no two patients or their injuries are exactly the same. The causes of back pain, foot pain, arthritis pain, and other types of pain are broad and change from patient to patient. The treatment of those conditions, then, must also have a broad range of pain treatment tools.
That's why, when you trust Back 2 Health Physical Medicine, you can rest easy knowing your treatment plan is crafted for you and your body - not someone within your age and weight range.
Our team treats a wide range of conditions, including:
By taking a focused approach to physical therapy, we can better understand your needs and the conditions causing your pain. Whether you're suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome or sciatica, our doctors and therapists have the tools and training to provide relief. And we keep doing it until you're back on your feet and back to your life.
And that, in a nutshell, is what separates Back 2 Heath from the rest of the pack: nuanced medical and physical therapy in Moncks Corner, SC, that helps you rediscover what healthy, pain-free living is all about. During rehab, our therapists may use resources like massage therapy, chiropractic care, and even medical injections for a more well-rounded approach to your recovery.
Many of the patients we see who are injured report that conventional methods like pain meds and surgery don't really solve their pain problems - they just mask them. When you throw in the risks associated with surgery and pain meds, alternatives like chiropractic care make a lot of sense. If you're looking for a safe, non-invasive treatment, combining the benefits of physical therapy with chiropractic adjustments is a great option for pain relief and overall well-being.
At Back 2 Health, our chiropractic physicians diagnose and treat patients with health problems associated with the body's muscular, nervous, and skeletal systems.
As the saying goes, a healthy spine equals a healthy person.
Just about every type of chiropractic care revolves around your spine. When your vertebrae are misaligned, the nerves surrounding them become compressed, resulting in pain. When a chiropractor restores your spine's natural alignment, it reduces your pain and other medical symptoms. To achieve pain relief, Back 2 Health chiropractors use focused pressure to restore healthy vertebrae motion and loosen frozen joints. This process allows the nerves along your spine to properly function and carry messages to and from your brain.
There are many benefits of using chiropractic care alongside physical therapy in Moncks Corner, SC, and other solutions like massage therapy. Some of the most common benefits of chiropractic care include:
Sitting in one spot for hours or frequently bending at work can cause horrendous neck pain. Whether from work or a car accident, our chiropractors ease that pain by realigning your spine, which reduces the tension on your neck.
The American College of Physicians says that doctors should recommend non-medical treatments for back pain prior to surgery. Chiropractic care helps tremendously in this regard, correcting subluxations through techniques like spinal decompression.
If you suffer from tension headaches that start in your upper spine or neck, chiropractic care may be the solution you need for relief.
Unfortunately, many people with back pain become addicted to pain meds like opiates. However, a study by the NIH found that adults who visited a chiropractor weren't as likely to receive an opioid prescription for pain when compared to those who only visited a medical doctor.
Our team of chiropractic doctors excels at finding and analyzing improper vertebrae placement. Once those areas are discovered, they use advanced techniques to correct subluxations, returning your body to its proper alignment. This strategy is key in correcting vertebral subluxation complex, which can affect your long-term health and how your body functions.
Like other practitioners, our chiropractors follow common standards and procedures to diagnose and treat you with chiropractic care. On your first visit, we'll get your medical history, conduct physical, orthopedic, and neurological examinations, and may order lab tests for further info. We may also use X-rays and other essential tools to focus on your spine and its proper function.
If needed, our chiropractors may conduct a postural and spinal analysis to discover if vertebral dysfunction is affecting your nervous system or causing a skeletal imbalance, which lowers disease resistance and causes additional pain.
Massage has been used for thousands of years to promote relaxation and relieve pain. And while most people think of getting a massage as a treat, purposeful massage therapy demonstrates an incredible ability to heal and restore overall wellness. In fact, modern applications have been proven to be very effective when used to supplement physical therapy. A complete review by the Institute of Work and Health found that massage had measurable effects vs. placebo treatments. That's excellent news for patients who need physical therapy to help heal injuries.
The benefits of massage therapy for issues like back pain and shoulder pain are numerous and include the following:
Deep Tissue Massage
Myofascial Release
Neuromuscular Therapy
Sports Massage
If you're suffering from a long-term condition like neck pain, back pain, shoulder pain, or arm pain, massage therapy could be a great option to consider. Though massage can't always solve issues like inflammation, it can help relieve painful symptoms and works very well when used as part of the multi-discipline approach at Back 2 Health Physical Medicine.
Massage can help treat many conditions, such as:
If we're being honest, few people look forward to a medical procedure that involves needles. But the proper injection may reduce or even eliminate joint, nerve, muscle, or spinal pain plaguing you for years, all within a few hours. At Back 2 Health, we combine medical injections for immediate relief with other treatments like physical therapy in Moncks Corner, SC, that repair factors causing inflammation in your body, providing permanent results.
In many cases, inflammation is a good thing - it helps heal injuries and subsides when the healing process is finished. In many cases, however, inflammation doesn't go away. It actually becomes counterproductive, causing severe pain, swelling, restricted movement, and even structural damage that prevents normal bodily function.
Joint and inflammation injections from Back 2 Health help relieve pain and inflammation by reducing blood flow and limiting immune system cells at the affected joint. These injections typically contain a corticosteroid and an anesthetic. The corticosteroid helps with inflammation by limiting blood vessel dilation, while the anesthetic helps with immediate relief of pain.
Generally, joint and inflammation injections can serve two purposes: for pain relief and for diagnostic purposes. As a diagnostic tool, these injections can help our doctors identify the source of pain you're enduring. As a pain reliever, injections help reduce inflammation around the affected joint, providing localized pain relief with few, if any, side effects.
Patients who qualify for medical injections from Back 2 Health enjoy a number of short and long-term benefits, including:
Patients at Back 2 Health Physical Medicine use joint and inflammation injections for a variety of conditions, such as:
If you're looking for a truly personalized, complete approach to physical therapy and pain relief, contact Back 2 Health Physical Medicine today. As a team, we analyze every new patient's case and craft a customized medical treatment plan tailored to their needs. But unlike other "pain" clinics, we don't rely on one form of therapy.
Our doctors and specialists use massage therapy, chiropractic therapy, medical injections, and other treatments to give you long-term relief - not a short-term "band-aid" that only lasts for a few days. If surgery and opiates are off the table, contact our office to learn more about the Back 2 Health physical therapy difference.
Business MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – Home Telecom of Moncks Corner has become a founding member of the Palmetto Broadband Coalition, which officially launched Tuesday.The local telecom service provider joined the alliance to help enhance connectivity and better serve their customers as technology advances, according to a news release.“Access to high-speed broadband is no longer a luxury; it’s a necessity for ...
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – Home Telecom of Moncks Corner has become a founding member of the Palmetto Broadband Coalition, which officially launched Tuesday.
The local telecom service provider joined the alliance to help enhance connectivity and better serve their customers as technology advances, according to a news release.
“Access to high-speed broadband is no longer a luxury; it’s a necessity for education, healthcare, economic development and quality of life,” said Will Helmly, President & CEO of Home Telecom and Chair of the Palmetto Broadband Coalition. “Our coalition is dedicated to bridging the digital divide and ensuring that every corner of South Carolina is connected to the opportunities of the digital age.”
Other founding members of the Palmetto Broadband Coalition are Comporium of Rock Hill, Farmers Telephone Cooperative (FTC) of Kingstree, Horry Telephone Cooperative (HTC) of Conway, Palmetto Rural Telephone Cooperative (PRTC) of Walterboro, Piedmont Rural Telephone Cooperative (PRTC) of Laurens, Sandhill Telephone Cooperative of Jefferson, TruVista of Chester and West Carolina Rural Telephone Cooperative (WCTEL) of Abbeville.
“Time and time again South Carolina’s local telecommunications and broadband providers have stepped up to the plate to serve our state,” said Speaker of the House Murrell Smith. “With the formation of the Palmetto Broadband Coalition, these homegrown companies are yet again putting their local communities first as we move forward in an ever more connected future.”
Each provider traces its roots to the early days of the telecommunications industry when the rural areas of South Carolina did not offer a viable market for the large telephone companies to establish operations and serve residents. Recognizing the growing need to connect homes, schools, businesses, and healthcare providers, independent telephone companies stepped up.
Fast forward to the 1980s when the same group of companies refused to let advancements in information technology and connectivity pass by South Carolina. They again came together and pooled their resources to best serve the needs of the state. The resulting product was a provider of fiber optic connectivity that traversed thousands of miles across South Carolina.
It is in this same vein that the Palmetto Broadband Coalition was founded. With South Carolina investing significant resources to ensure every home and business has access to high quality, affordable broadband, it is pivotal that the longtime experts and providers in connectivity that make up the Palmetto Broadband Coalition come together again in service to the people of the state, regardless of their location.
Key goals and initiatives of the Palmetto Broadband Coalition include:
Expanding Broadband Access: The coalition will work tirelessly to expand high-speed broadband access to underserved and unserved areas in South Carolina, ensuring that no community is left behind.
Advocating for Policy: The coalition will engage with policymakers at all levels to advocate for policies that encourage investment and innovation in the state’s broadband infrastructure.
Fostering Innovation: Through partnerships and collaboration, the coalition will support innovative solutions that leverage broadband technology to address local challenges and drive economic growth.
Four new restaurants catering to a variety of tastes are on the way across the Charleston area.In Moncks Corner, an Italian ...
Four new restaurants catering to a variety of tastes are on the way across the Charleston area.
In Moncks Corner, an Italian restaurant called Capy’s plans to open at 323 E. Main St. where Chill-N-Grill once operated. The new venue beside Unity Park will open Jan. 22.
The family-owned and operated establishment comes from Jack and Gabby Capocciama and his brother, Caleb Capocciama.
Hours will be 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Wednesday and 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Thursday through Saturday. A Sunday brunch could be added later.
On the peninsula, meanwhile, a new Thai offering called The Mango Tree plans to open at 396 Huger St. beside the KH Smoke vape shop. Renovations began after the first of the year. An opening date has not been announced.
Also on the way are two new bagel shops.
Ruby’s New York Style Bagels plans to launch a fourth Lowcountry location by the spring at 3485 Park Avenue Blvd. in Carolina Park in northern Mount Pleasant. An opening is planned for late February or early March.
The eatery has other locations in Montague Corners Shopping Center on Dorchester Road in North Charleston, in Northcutt Plaza on Coleman Boulevard in Mount Pleasant and in Crossroads Centre on Ashley River Road in West Ashley.
A fifth location is in the works for the planned Marketplace at Carnes Crossroads in Goose Creek where Publix supermarket will be built.
Also in the bagel business, Spread Bagelry is expected to open its second Lowcountry restaurant soon.
The new shop will be on the ground floor of the Hoffler Place student apartment complex at King and Spring streets in downtown Charleston.
The company brought its first Lowcountry restaurant to 1400 Shucker Circle in the Oyster Park development off Ben Sawyer Boulevard in Mount Pleasant last summer.
A spokeswoman said the new venue is ready to open but awaiting final permits from the city.
A new retail shop is coming to a mixed-use development on Charleston’s lower peninsula.
Atlanta-rooted Hutton & Home, offering curated collections of original art, fine home furnishings and interior design services, plans to open in a 3,660-square-foot shop in the spring on the ground floor of The Jasper at 310 Broad St., according to The Beach Co.
The business will join a variety of other shops and restaurants in the 12-story development that includes 25,000 square feet of first-floor retail space, 75,000 square feet of office space, 219 apartments and an enclosed parking garage.
A longtime Summerville business is now under new ownership and a new name.
Oakbrook Custom Embroidery Inc. at 960 Bacons Bridge Road in Palmetto Plaza is now Infinite Creations.
Vicki and Bill Gannon decided to retire and were going to close the 37-year-old shop on Dec. 31, but Ericka Horne, owner of Infinite Creations in the Publix-anchored Market at Cane Bay in Berkeley County, decided to buy the business.
The transaction closed Jan. 2. Horne’s second shop will include gifts, etching, embroidery and other items.
“We are working with her to assure a smooth transition,” Vicki Gannon said.
A Pawleys Island-based cafe and to-go market opens Jan. 11 in Mount Pleasant.
Get Carried Away confirmed its soft opening will take place at 9 a.m. at 644 Coleman Blvd. in Moultrie Plaza Shopping Center. Last week, owner Brian Henry said the launch date was tentative, pending a final inspection.
The business offers a variety of menu items for in-house dining or carry out from 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Henry said he’s considering Sunday hours during the summer.
Other cities and towns have parades to celebrate the life of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King. Some may not be as enduring as Moncks Corner’s.The town’s 38th MLK Day parade took place Monday, Jan. 15, and those wanting to preserve his message and honor his legacy marched and rolled down Main Street. Over the past few years, the parade had to be idled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Still, it is back, said Angela Simmons, president of the Berkeley County Progressive League, the group organizing the parade.&ld...
Other cities and towns have parades to celebrate the life of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King. Some may not be as enduring as Moncks Corner’s.
The town’s 38th MLK Day parade took place Monday, Jan. 15, and those wanting to preserve his message and honor his legacy marched and rolled down Main Street. Over the past few years, the parade had to be idled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Still, it is back, said Angela Simmons, president of the Berkeley County Progressive League, the group organizing the parade.
“We are coming back this year. We have had plenty of interest, and people are excited that we are having it again,” Simmons said. “Dr. King was all about service, and the parade serves to help, especially young people, recognize the achievements and importance of his work and to bring the community together.”
Various churches, businesses, and organizations were involved in the day, and mild weather added to the celebration.
“This year, our theme is ‘Journey to Reconciliation,’ and we want to bring everyone together,” Simmons said. “With the current political situation we are in now, and how the world is today, we feel there needs to be something that brings us together as one.”
Elizabeth Shaw, the agriculture teacher at Macedonia Middle School with the Macedonia Foxes 4-H Club, recycled old T-shirts and blankets into dog toys to donate to shelters in the area.
Macedonia Middle School’s Variety Show is at 1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 15, in the multipurpose room. The show showcases student talent in many different areas. The sixth grade is going to Old Santee Canal Park Thursday, Feb. 22, and Friday, Feb. 23, for a candle-making class and possibly another class to better understand indigenous people, global expansion and the impact of the Industrial Revolution.
In the library during the month, there will be a black history project with the sixth grade.
Teacher of the year
Congratulations to Bonner Elementary’s teacher of the year, Ms. Laurel Leach. She is kind, caring and an asset to the Bonner Family.
Reminder
Hood’s Chapel UM Church is having its Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser at 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17, in the church fellowship hall.
Prayer List
Keep the following in your prayers: Ada Giggleman, Hugh and Judy Phillips, Casie Shurlknight, Jim Garton, Barbara Brown, all those grieving, first responders, firefighters, military, law enforcement, our community and country.
If anyone has news, call 843-565-3125 or e-mail [email protected]. I need news by Tuesday for the following week’s column.
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – (Tuesday, May 23, 2023) – On Monday, May 22, 2023, Berkeley County cut the ribbon on its new Welcome Center site in Moncks Corner. The Welcome Center is located inside the historic 18th century Nesbitt House at 1004 Highway 52. The facility houses the County’s Parks and Recreation Department, Tourism Department, and Farm and Land Services, as well as an Explore Charleston office. The facility previously housed Berkeley County Chamber of Commerce but has been unoccupied for a...
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – (Tuesday, May 23, 2023) – On Monday, May 22, 2023, Berkeley County cut the ribbon on its new Welcome Center site in Moncks Corner. The Welcome Center is located inside the historic 18th century Nesbitt House at 1004 Highway 52. The facility houses the County’s Parks and Recreation Department, Tourism Department, and Farm and Land Services, as well as an Explore Charleston office. The facility previously housed Berkeley County Chamber of Commerce but has been unoccupied for at least the last two years.
Herrington LLC conducted architectural and engineering services for the project. KD-COM performed renovations, which included removing the existing framing on the back and sides of the house, due to severe water damage and rot. Other work included bringing the building’s structural integrity and electrical system back up to code; placing new framing supports on the second story; making the first floor ADA-compliant, including adding an ADA-compliant restroom for staff and guests; reconstructing the rear addition to ensure it’s more structurally sound and energy-efficient; applying new stucco to the exterior and sides of the house; repainting the entire structure. Locally-owned small business, Dream Home Investors, LLC, constructed the front sign, which includes plaques created by Berkeley Monument, another locally-owned small business.
Other in-house work, completed by Berkeley County Facilities and Grounds, included removing and rebuilding the structure’s columns. The County’s Roads and Bridges team paved the parking lot, established a concrete walkway, and placed sod on the property’s front lawn. Renovations to the structure first began in July 2022. Soon after, work was briefly halted due to structural issues discovered during construction. The County then worked with a structural engineer; and work began again in January 2023.
Total cost of the project is $368,550. Funding stemmed from the Berkeley County Accommodations Fee, the Charleston Visitors Center, and the S.C. Department of Revenue.
The Nesbitt House was built in 1725 by Alexander Nesbitt as part of Dean Hall Planation, the current site of Berkeley County’s Cypress Gardens park in Moncks Corner. In 1967, the house was discovered in the woods and relocated to its current spot at the former Old House Tract Plantation on Highway 52. The home’s restoration was completed in 1968.
“This renovation project has been a labor of love for our County. We were proud to revamp this beautiful, historic home and now showcase it to all, as it welcomes people to our great County. It will also serve locals and tourists alike as an informational hub for all things pertaining to Berkeley County’s history; recreational hotspots and happenings; and other tourism-related items. On behalf of County Council, we hope everyone will stop by this Welcome Center to learn more about Berkeley County.” -Berkeley County Supervisor Johnny Cribb
“Berkeley County has a rich history that we hope will be celebrated and remembered for generations to come. The establishment of this Welcome Center, which will also house our Parks and Recreation Department, Tourism Department, and Farm and Land Services, is just another positive step in preserving our past while looking forward to our future.” -Heather McDowell, Berkeley County Parks and Recreation Director
The festival has donated nearly $1.2 million to local charities.MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – Celebrate The Season is back for a 13th year of warming hearts, creating special memories, and supporting local charities. Celebrate The Season’s Holiday Lights Driving Tour takes place daily from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. from Nov. 24 through Dec. 30 (closed Dec. 24 and Dec. 25). In addition, Holiday In The Park festivities will take place on Fridays and Saturdays from Dec. 8 through Dec. 23.Admission is only $10 per vehicle, wi...
The festival has donated nearly $1.2 million to local charities.
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – Celebrate The Season is back for a 13th year of warming hearts, creating special memories, and supporting local charities. Celebrate The Season’s Holiday Lights Driving Tour takes place daily from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. from Nov. 24 through Dec. 30 (closed Dec. 24 and Dec. 25). In addition, Holiday In The Park festivities will take place on Fridays and Saturdays from Dec. 8 through Dec. 23.
Admission is only $10 per vehicle, with all ticket proceeds being donated to local charities. Visitors will enjoy Celebrate The Season’s mile-long Holiday Lights Driving Tour, where festive displays with thousands of colorful LEDs complement the natural scenery of Old Santee Canal Park. Visitors can enjoy the driving tour as many times as they like on the day they purchase their ticket.
Due to the success of last year’s event, Old Santee Canal Park has extended Holiday In The Park festivities, which take place from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. over three weekends – Dec. 8-9, Dec. 15-16 and Dec. 22-23. Bring your family and friends to get into the holiday spirit with food, local entertainment, holiday gift vendors, free visits with Santa, and many other activities. Entry is included with admission to the Holiday Lights Driving Tour. More information is available at www.celebratetheseason.org.
All the brilliantly colored LED lighting displays are powered by 100% Santee Cooper Green Power, which is Green-e Energy certified and meets the environmental and consumer-protection standards set forth by the nonprofit Center for Resource Solutions. Learn more at www.green-e.org.
Since 2011, Celebrate The Season, presented by Berkeley Electric Cooperative and organized by Santee Cooper and Old Santee Canal Park, has donated nearly $1.2 million to local charities, including the Coastal Community Foundation’s Giving Back to Berkeley Fund.
Santee Cooper is South Carolina’s largest power provider, the ultimate source of electricity for 2 million people across the state, and one of America’s Best Midsize Employers as named by Forbes. Through its low-cost, reliable and environmentally responsible electricity and water services, and through innovative partnerships and initiatives that attract and retain industry and jobs, Santee Cooper helps power South Carolina. To learn more, visit www.santeecooper.com and follow #PoweringSC on social media.