What We Treat

MISSION STATEMENT

“The Joy of Therapy helps kids, teens and adults with scoliosis, posture issues, muscle and joint pain using movement and breath through highly skilled, hands-on and virtual physical therapy to restore strength and decrease pain.”

This is a scoliosis-specialty, private physical therapy practice offering direct access with licenses in both Florida and Georgia.

You can receive a thorough evaluation and treatments for up to 30 days in Florida and 21 days in Georgia without a doctor’s prescription.

Once the threshold of days is reached, then a doctor’s prescription is required by the Florida and/or Georgia State PT practice act. Every effort will be made to obtain the prescription so there’s no hassle for you.

We can also recommend diagnostic testing (X-rays, MRI, EMG testing, etc…)and work closely with your physician to get you the best and most efficient care that you need

Adolescent and Adult Scoliosis
Post surgical scoliosis
Posture issues
Scheuermann’s or Hyper Kyphosis
Chronic pain conditions
Joint Hypermobility
Headaches and/or TMJ (jaw) pain

The Initial Evaluation includes:

Past medical history review including x-rays and diagnostic imaging reports
Posture photos and walking analysis by video
Explanation of evaluation findings
Discussion of your goals and treatment options

Personalized one-on-one Treatment Sessions include:

45-60 minute sessions
Education about your condition
Exercise videos at your fingertips to encourage efficient movement
Hands-on care or manual therapy
Telehealth or virtual sessions available for out-of-town patients, vacations, and home exercise set-up

“Physical therapists possess advanced knowledge and strategies across key domains of prevention and health promotions, such as sleep, physical activity, and nutrition, that have been shown to contribute to acute and chronic pain syndromes.” –Journal of Orthopedic & Sports Physical Therapy May 2018