Kelly Spence, PT, MS, CKTP
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Hammer Toe: What Causes It and How It’s Treated
Have you ever slipped on your favorite pair of shoes only to feel an unexpected pinch or pressure in your toes? Or maybe a simple walk around the block leaves you dealing with discomfort that seems out of proportion to the activity. For many people, these everyday...
Can Physical Therapy Prevent the Need for Spine Surgery?
The mere mention of “spine surgery” is often enough to send a shiver down anyone’s back. The fact that you would be undergoing an invasive procedure on such a vital part of your body is intimidating enough, but it also conjures up worries about long recovery times,...
When Is Surgery Recommended for Bunions?
Bunions often start as a small bump at the base of the big toe. At first, it may seem like a minor cosmetic concern or occasional annoyance when wearing tighter shoes. Over time, however, that bump can become increasingly painful, swollen, and inflamed. While many...
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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.