Low back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek physical therapy. At Vertex PT Specialists, we use advanced techniques like dry needling to target deep spinal stabilizers that traditional treatments often miss. In this video, Dr. Josh Jeffery, PT, DPT, CSCS, reviews the anatomical considerations, palpation techniques, and safe application of dry […]
At Vertex PT Specialists in Columbia, SC, we work with patients who suffer from persistent neck pain and headaches that haven’t improved with traditional approaches. One of the most effective treatment options we offer is dry needling, particularly targeting a deep muscle called the Obliquus Capitis Inferior (OCI). What Is the OCI and Why Does […]
When people think of home health physical therapy, they often picture older adults recovering from surgery or managing chronic conditions—and we absolutely serve those patients. But that’s only part of the story. At Vertex PT Specialists, our Outpatient Home Health Physical Therapy team serves a wide spectrum of patients in Lexington and Richland Counties. From […]
When you’re recovering from an injury or trying to stay in the game, you need more than a basic rehab plan. As an athlete—whether competitive or recreational—you deserve physical therapy that reflects the demands of your sport and helps you return stronger, not just pain-free. If you’re searching for sports physical therapy in Columbia, SC […]
It’s a question I’ve been asked more than once:“Can peptides like BPC-157 actually heal a SLAP tear?” I answered this in a recent YouTube video, but I wanted to break it down further here—especially for anyone exploring shoulder pain solutions, labral injuries, or alternatives to surgery. Watch the full breakdown here: New to Peptides? If […]
If you’ve been dealing with nagging pain on the outside of your knee—especially when running, walking downhill, or going downstairs—you might have Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS). It’s often mislabeled as “runner’s knee” (which also describes patellofemoral pain), but true ITBS is lateral knee pain caused by load-related stress around the iliotibial band—not the front of […]
When most people think of physical therapy, they imagine a clinic visit. But for many patients, traveling to the clinic isn’t practical — or even possible. That’s where Outpatient Home Health Physical Therapy comes in. At Vertex PT Specialists, we bring the clinic to your home. Whether you’re recovering from surgery, managing a chronic condition, […]
If you’ve ever stood up, twisted funny, or bent over and felt something in your back “go out”… you’re not alone. At Vertex PT Specialists, this is one of the most common things we treat across our Columbia, Cayce, and Irmo clinics. The good news? It’s usually not as bad as it feels — and […]
We’re proud to announce that Dr. Brandon Vaughn, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS — founder and CEO of Vertex PT Specialists — has officially been recertified as a Board-Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS). This distinction highlights our ongoing commitment to expert-level care for patients across Columbia, Irmo, […]
Is It Just Soreness or a Stress Fracture?Shin pain is common in runners. But when does it go from normal soreness to something more serious, like a bone stress injury (BSI), also known as a stress fracture? At Vertex PT Specialists, we work with runners across Columbia, Cayce, Irmo, Lexington, and Richland County who want […]
