Business Details
11 Years
experience
Your Trusted Physical Therapy Partner in Summerville, SC
At Grace Physical Therapy, we are dedicated to delivering personalized, integrative, and skilled physical therapy services. Our mission is to provide effective, high-quality care that reduces pain, improves mobility, and enhances overall physical function. With a collaborative care approach, we work closely with patients to address trauma, sports injuries, and chronic conditions through evidence-based methods like the McKenzie Method. Our team of certified therapists combines advanced clinical expertise with compassionate care, ensuring each patient receives individualized attention. We prioritize continuing education to stay at the forefront of physical therapy advancements, empowering patients to prevent recurrence and regain independence.Our commitment to excellence, integrity, and patient-centered care has made us a trusted choice in Summerville, SC. We offer flexible scheduling, direct access to therapy without referrals, and comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each individual's needs. Our focus on mechanical diagnosis and manual therapy sets us apart, delivering measurable results in as few as 3-5 visits. By fostering strong patient-therapist relationships, we strive to help every individual achieve their highest possible level of physical performance and quality of life.
Services
Manual Physical Therapy
McKenzie Method
Industrial Rehab
Pre-Surgical Therapy
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
Functional Capacity Evaluations
Neck Injury Treatment
Back Pain Management
Sports Injury Rehab
Orthopedic Care
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized care with certified McKenzie Method therapists
- Our team provides evidence-based treatment with measurable results in 3-5 visits
- No referral required for direct access to physical therapy services
- Flexible scheduling tailored to patient availability
- Specialized industrial rehab programs for work-related injuries
Associations and certifications
- McKenzie Institute of America
What people say
Highly professional staff
Exceeded expectations
Best physical therapy
Supportive treatment
Fantastic results
Services
Manual Physical Therapy
Our manual therapy techniques include soft tissue mobilization and joint manipulation to reduce pain and improve mobility. Certified therapists use targeted interventions for musculoskeletal conditions, focusing on restoring natural movement patterns. This approach enhances recovery outcomes when combined with therapeutic exercises and patient education.
McKenzie Method
This evidence-based system identifies the source of pain through movement assessment. Patients learn self-treatment techniques while receiving guided therapy sessions. Clinical studies show 70-90% success rates for spinal conditions, often achieving results in 3-5 visits with proper mechanical diagnosis.
Industrial Rehab
Customized programs address work-related injuries through functional capacity evaluations and work conditioning. We collaborate with employers to ensure safe return-to-work protocols, combining physical therapy with job-specific training to prevent re-injury and maintain workplace wellness.
Pre-Surgical Therapy
Prehabilitation programs optimize physical condition before surgery, improving post-operative outcomes. Focused on strength building and mobility enhancement, this preparation reduces recovery time and helps patients maintain better function during post-surgical rehabilitation phases.
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
Comprehensive recovery plans address joint replacements, rotator cuff repairs, and spinal surgeries. Our protocols combine manual therapy with progressive exercise programs to restore function while adhering to surgical recovery timelines and physician guidelines.
People
Dr. Jared Lethco
Owner/Physical Therapist
Doctor of Physical Therapy with McKenzie Method certification. Specializes in orthopedic and sports injuries. Graduated from Medical University of South Carolina. Owns practice since 2015. Focuses on returning patients to peak performance.
Deepa Patel
Physical Therapist
Masters in Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy from Melbourne University. 15+ years international experience. Joined Grace PT in 2019. Expertise in orthopedic conditions. Combines global perspective with personalized care approach for patient-centered outcomes.
Dr. Lexi Schmaltz
Physical Therapist
Charleston Southern DPT graduate. Specializes in patient relationship building and movement restoration. Completed internships at Roper Rehabilitation Hospital. Focuses on helping patients regain confidence through structured therapeutic interventions and progressive exercise programs.
Jaislie Bernard
Physical Therapy Assistant
Central Penn College graduate with pediatric and veteran care experience. Emphasizes patient education for strengthening techniques. Passionate about enabling patients to maintain active lifestyles through targeted rehabilitation exercises and functional training programs.
Alicia Duncan
Business Manager
Family and Consumer Science graduate from Winthrop University. Medical field professional since 2004. Manages operations since 2014. Ensures smooth administrative functions while maintaining patient care quality standards through effective practice management.
Questions
What physical therapy services do you offer?
We provide manual therapy, McKenzie Method treatment, industrial rehab, pre/post-surgical care, and functional capacity evaluations for orthopedic and sports injuries.
Do I need a referral to start therapy?
No referral is required in South Carolina for direct access to physical therapy services. We'll coordinate with your physician if needed.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept most major insurance plans including Medicare, Medicaid, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, and workers' compensation programs.
What makes your clinic different from others?
Our certified McKenzie Method specialists deliver results in fewer visits with evidence-based mechanical diagnosis and personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
Are evening or weekend appointments available?
We offer flexible scheduling with weekday hours from 7:15AM-5:45PM, though weekend appointments are currently unavailable at our Summerville location.
