Kelly Spence, PT, MS, CKTP
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How Long Does a Spinal Injury Take to Heal?
Spinal cord injuries are among the most serious and life-altering injuries a person can sustain. The spinal cord, a complex bundle of nerves, is the primary pathway for communication between the brain and the rest of the body. When it’s damaged, a patient could be...
How Compression Therapy Supports Vascular Health
People who suffer from varicose veins, chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), and other related health conditions know that their symptoms involve more than just cosmetic concerns. They also frequently cause pain, swelling, and more serious health problems. For these...
Understanding and Preventing Text Neck
Our smartphones, tablets, and laptops have connected us to the world in ways that we could never have imagined. We carry our offices, our social lives, and our entertainment with us everywhere we go. But this constant connectivity often comes with a trade-off, one...
SPECIALTIES
Kelly received a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Biology from Elizabethtown College in 2001 and a Master’s degree in Physical Therapy from Thomas Jefferson University in 2003. Her background in physical therapy offers a wide variety of settings. She completed a clinical affiliation in burn/wound care in San Jose, CA and has worked in acute care, SNF, rehab, and outpatient settings since graduation.
Kelly joined Premier in September 2006 and became clinic manager in 2007. She has been a Regional Director for Premier Physical Therapy since 2013.
Kelly believes in treating the whole person, not the injury. She uses a wide spectrum of treatment techniques including Myofascial Release, Graston Technique, Functional Movement Screen (FMS), Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA), and Kinesiotaping to reduce pain, correct imbalances, and restore function. She is certified in Graston Technique and is a Certified Kinesio Taping Practitioner (CKTP).
Kelly offers direct access physical therapy.
Direct access allows patients with an injury to see a Premier Orthopaedics physical therapist for 30 days without a physician referral. Direct access is not for Medicare, WC or MVA patients. To set up an appointment, please call 610.449.8400.