(704) 364-6793
Parker Physical Therapy was established in September 1993 serving Charlotte. January 2012 our new facility was opened on Colony and Rea at Colony Place. We specialize in general Orthopedic and Sports medicine rehabilitation as well as the ‘other services’ listed. We take most insurances and have very high standards to make your rehabilitation a successful and great experience. The highest compliment you can pay us is to request us for physical therapy because you or a friend or family member had a great experience here.
Dry Needling
Anyone suffering from a condition related to myofascial dysfunction throughout the body could be a candidate and benefit from dry needling. We have successfully treated the TMJ, plantar fasciitis, osteoarthritis, tendinitis, fibromyalgia, headaches, and muscle strains.
Dry Needling is an invasive procedure that involves inserting a thin solid filament needle into the muscle tissue. There are trigger points situated within the muscle tissue which are the source of pain and tension creating multiple myofascial trigger points. The insertion of the needle to the trigger point releases the tension many times resulting in an immediate improvement in muscle function and pain reduction.
The process of needle insertion is virtually painless for most patients. When a trigger point is located a twitch response is initiated. This sensation of the twitch response can be described as a local muscle myofascial contraction which subsides almost instantaneously. Many times there is some lingering soreness following a treatment) which subsides in most cases within 24 hours.
Some people do not experience this soreness after the treatment.
This is not the same process as acupuncture even though there are similar looks and use the same basic tools. Dry needling is focused on the release of muscle tension based on scientific studies and knowledge and principles of western medicine whereas acupuncture is focused on traditional Chinese medicine and a balance of ‘energy flow’.
“Lighten your load at Parker Physical Therapy”.
We don’t take physical therapy lightly, but we know when to lighten up. And thanks to our new Alter-G Anti-Gravity Treadmill, our patients now have access to unique, ground-breaking treatment approach that unweights the body, allowing our patients to experience pain-free rehab.
Unique Treatment approach to shorten your rehabilitation time pain-free. Get a ‘lift’ with Alter-G as your therapist unweights you. For patients who have painful conditions that limit their mobility and weight bearing, the Alter-G allows you to not put your life on hold. We can lower your weight with Nasa researched technology to allow the athlete to condition and train, the post-surgery patient to weight bear and begin rehabilitation earlier, shortening their rehabilitation time with better results to promote a comfortable healthy healing and strengthening.
Memberships available for the Alter-G. This cutting-edge technology is used at PARKER PHYSICAL THERAPY and has become an integral part of therapy treatment at our Clinic.
Alter-G The experience is worth a thousand words–See this unique machine in person: Try it Free for 10 minutes First-time users only.
The AlterG is already an indispensable part of rehab and conditioning treatment at top facilities, including Johns Hopkins Hospital and National Rehab Hospitals. Pro teams such as the New York Giants and Chicago Bulls are also singing its praises. And locally, our AlterG is already making headlines!
Whether you’re looking for a competitive edge, want to speed up recovery, or need a super-safe means to exercise, the AlterG is must-try technology.
Call (704) 364-6793 to set up an appointment and experience this amazing machine for yourself. Try it yourself for 10 FREE minutes on the AlterG!*
*for first-time users only
Workplace Injury Rehabilitation
Workplace injuries are inconvenient and painful for the employer and the employee. Effective recovery in a timely manner is what we work towards at Parker Physical Therapy. This can be achieved through our innovative therapies customized to your job duties in your work place to get you back to what you need to do in an effective manner. We also work with you to reinforce proper lifting techniques, postures, strengthening, healthy back training, injury prevention techniques to keep you in motion.
We treat specific sports injuries with cutting edge technology and proven rehabilitation methods to enable the athlete to go from injury to active participation in the sport of choice. Whether you are a weekend warrior or a tri-athlete; we offer rehabilitation for your injury. Perhaps you wish to strengthen certain muscle groups and work on conditioning. If you have chronic injury areas, we are here to help. Many times the Alter-G treadmill will be of great assistance for athletes working on upping their game or rehabilitating from an injury. Our dry needling techniques can be of assistance in the healing process and getting past that muscle bunching that can occur. We offer taping for injuries as well. Our state of the art laser may be used during your treatment regime as well as modalities such as phonophoresis, ultrasound, myofascial release, traction, electrical stimulation and iontophoresis. Please call (704) 364-6793 for an appointment. When you come in bring your exercise clothes and we will do an evaluation and assess your goals. In the same appointment, we will begin your physical therapy.
Once you graduate from Parker PT, it is essential that you continue the exercise plan we established for you. We offer a wellness plan where you are able to come to Parker PT: * Independent gym membership $35, * Individualized fitness evaluation plus monthly workout program $75 initial, $35 monthly independent work-out * Tweaking your plan $50 (re-evaluation of plan with therapist)
Physical Therpists are experts with musculoskelatal assessment and treatment of movement disorders of the body. If you are experiencing pain, decreased function with daily activities. limitations in your ability to do the things you want to do, physical therapy may be the answer. Parker Physical Therapy’s focus are the goals of restoration of normal strength, ROM, balance, coordination allowing you to return to optimal health and wellness with daily function and sports activities. To achieve this goals, we do an expert assessment of your condition, establish a treatment plan specifically for you to get you back to what you want to do.
Parker Physical Therapy is a private outpatient facility that has been in business since 1993 serving the community as a general orthopedic and sports medicine physical therapy practice. David C. Parker, PT a graduate of Loma Linda University, in California works one on one with patients to achieve custom goals set for each patient working closely with the referring physician. We are members of the American Physical Therapy Association, Rehabilitation Associate Network.