Physical Therapists in Lillington, NC
Movement specialists for injury recovery, post-surgical rehab, and chronic pain.
36 verified providers in Lillington
Finding a physical therapist in Lillington, NC
Lillington is the Harnett County seat and the central point of a primary-care-heavy market that stretches into Buies Creek and Anderson Creek. Central Carolina Hospital in nearby Sanford handles most inpatient care, while specialty referrals frequently run south to Fayetteville or north to the Raleigh-Cary corridor.
What does a physical therapist do?
Physical therapists (PTs) evaluate and treat movement problems caused by injury, surgery, chronic conditions, or aging. Visits typically combine a physical exam, hands-on techniques (mobilisation, soft-tissue work), supervised exercise, and a take-home program. PTs are licensed independent providers with doctoral-level training (DPT) and often work alongside physicians, surgeons, and chiropractors.
Common reasons to see a PT: recovery after orthopedic surgery, sports injuries, chronic back or neck pain, vertigo and balance issues, post-stroke rehab, pelvic floor concerns, and fall prevention. Many practices sub-specialise (sports, orthopaedic, neurologic, pelvic health, paediatric), and matching the specialty to your concern improves outcomes.
Direct access vs. referral
Every U.S. state now allows some form of direct access to physical therapy, meaning you can usually start with a PT without a physician referral. The details vary — some states have time limits or require a referral for ongoing care — and your insurance plan may have its own referral rules even if your state doesn't. The [American Physical Therapy Association maintains a state-by-state map](https://www.apta.org/your-career/careers-in-physical-therapy/direct-access).
If your insurance requires a referral, get one from your primary-care provider before booking. If not, you can typically schedule an initial evaluation directly. The PT will let you know if a physician's input is needed before continuing care.
Physical Therapists in Lillington, NC
TERRI FRANCES DICKSON, LPTA
Terri Frances Dickson, LPTA, is a physical therapy provider based in Lillington, NC. She works with patients to support mobility and physical function through therapeutic rehabilitation.
SUSAN M ALVELO, pta
Susan M Alvelo is a physical therapy assistant based in Lillington, NC. She works to help patients achieve their rehabilitation goals through therapeutic exercise and treatment techniques.
SIOBHAN ALLEN, PTA
Siobhan Allen is a physical therapy assistant in Lillington, NC. She works with patients to support their rehabilitation and recovery goals through hands-on care and therapeutic techniques.
SHARON BOYD TAUNTON, PTA
Sharon Boyd Taunton is a physical therapy assistant in Lillington, NC. She works with patients to support their physical rehabilitation and recovery goals.
RITA ALEXANDER
Rita Alexander is a physical therapist serving patients in Lillington, NC. She works with individuals to support mobility, strength, and functional recovery through personalized treatment plans.
REBECCA KIRK, PTA
Rebecca Kirk is a physical therapy assistant in Lillington, NC. She works with patients to support their mobility and rehabilitation goals through hands-on therapeutic techniques.
MORGAN RAE HAMMONDS, PTA
Morgan Rae Hammonds is a physical therapy assistant serving patients in Lillington, NC. With a credential as a PTA, Hammonds provides physical therapy support to help patients with mobility and rehabilitation needs.
LORI SHUFORD, PTA
Lori Shuford is a physical therapy assistant serving the Lillington, NC area. With credentials as a PTA, Shuford works with patients on mobility and rehabilitation goals.
LINDSEY STRICKLAND, PTA
Lindsey Strickland is a physical therapy assistant in Lillington, NC. She works with patients to support their recovery and mobility goals through evidence-based physical therapy techniques.
KRISTINE ELIZABETH PETREY, PTA
Kristine Elizabeth Petrey is a physical therapy assistant serving patients in Lillington, NC. With her PTA credential, she works with clients to support their rehabilitation and movement goals.
JOLEEN PATRICE NICOSIA, PTA
Joleen Patrice Nicosia is a physical therapy assistant serving patients in Lillington, NC. She works with clients to support their rehabilitation and mobility goals through therapeutic exercise and treatment techniques.
HEATHER MAYER, PTA
Heather Mayer, PTA, provides physical therapy services in Lillington, NC. She works with patients to support mobility and function through evidence-based treatment approaches.
ELIZABETH STRANGE
Elizabeth Strange is a physical therapist serving patients in Lillington, NC. She works with clients to support mobility and functional recovery through personalized therapeutic care.
DONNA HELLOWELL
Donna Hellowell is a physical therapist serving Lillington, NC. She works with patients to support mobility, strength, and functional recovery through personalized physical therapy care.
CHRISTINA WILLIAMS
Christina Williams is a physical therapist providing care in Lillington, NC. She works with patients to help improve mobility and function through therapeutic exercise and treatment techniques.
CHRISTINA DUKE, PTA
Christina Duke is a physical therapy assistant providing care in Lillington, NC. With her PTA credential, she works with patients to support their rehabilitation and mobility goals.
CANDACE WRIGHT, PTA
Candace Wright is a physical therapy assistant in Lillington, NC. She provides support and treatment as part of the physical therapy team. Wright works to help patients with their rehabilitation and recovery needs.
ASHLEY RAYBUCK, PTA
Ashley Raybuck, PTA, is a physical therapy provider in Lillington, NC. She works with patients to support mobility and rehabilitation goals through evidence-based treatment approaches.
ASHLEY NICOLE WOOD, PTA
Ashley Nicole Wood is a physical therapy assistant in Lillington, NC. She provides patient care in the physical therapy specialty.
YAEL SHARON, PT
Yael Sharon is a physical therapist serving the Lillington, NC area. PT Sharon works with patients to support mobility and physical function through therapeutic treatment.
WILLIAM DAVID DUKES, DPT
William David Dukes, DPT, is a physical therapist serving the Lillington, NC area. He works with patients to support mobility and function through evidence-based physical therapy care.
WENDY L STOKES, PT
Wendy L Stokes is a physical therapist serving patients in Lillington, NC. She works with clients to support mobility and function through rehabilitative care.
SARA SANTINA MORRISON, PT
Sara Santina Morrison, PT, provides physical therapy services in Lillington, NC. She works with patients to support their rehabilitation and movement goals.
PROGRESSIVE REHAB CARE, LLC
Progressive Rehab Care, LLC provides physical therapy services to patients in Lillington, NC. The practice focuses on helping individuals restore function and mobility through rehabilitation care.
MERCEDES DELGADO910, PT
Mercedes Delgado is a physical therapist serving the Lillington, NC area. She works with patients to support mobility and function through therapeutic exercise and treatment.
MARY ELLEN MERRY, PT
Mary Ellen Merry is a physical therapist serving the Lillington, NC area. She works with patients to support mobility and function through physical therapy care.
MARY ANN RUTZ, DPT
Mary Ann Rutz, DPT, provides physical therapy services in Lillington, NC. She works with patients to support their mobility and recovery goals through individualized treatment approaches.
LILLINGTON PHYSICAL THERAPY
Lillington Physical Therapy provides physical therapy services in Lillington, NC. The practice focuses on helping patients with their rehabilitation and mobility needs.
LAURA FANG, PT
Laura Fang, PT, is a physical therapist serving patients in Lillington, NC. She works with patients to support mobility and function through physical therapy treatment.
KYLE CARUOLO, DPT
Kyle Caruolo, DPT, is a physical therapist providing care in Lillington, NC. He works with patients to address mobility and function through therapeutic exercise and hands-on treatment.
KIMBERLY DAWN LEAIRD, PT
Kimberly Dawn Leaird is a physical therapist providing care in Lillington, NC. She works with patients to address mobility and function through therapeutic exercise and treatment planning.
JUSTIN ROBERT KOZLOWSKI, PT DPT
Justin Robert Kozlowski is a physical therapist with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree serving the Lillington, NC area. He works with patients to address mobility and function through therapeutic exercise and treatment techniques.
EVOLAB PHYSICAL THERAPY LLC
EVOLAB Physical Therapy LLC offers physical therapy services in Lillington, NC. The practice is dedicated to helping patients with their rehabilitation and movement health needs.
AVERY CELESTE SPENCER, PT
Avery Celeste Spencer is a physical therapist practicing in Lillington, NC. Spencer provides physical therapy services to help patients improve mobility and function. For more information about scheduling an appointment, please contact the office directly.
ANNEMARIE STRICKLAND, PT
Annemarie Strickland is a physical therapist providing care in Lillington, NC. She works with patients to support mobility and function through personalized treatment approaches.
ANDREA CAHOON, DPT
Andrea Cahoon, DPT, is a physical therapist serving patients in Lillington, NC. She works with individuals seeking to improve mobility and manage pain through therapeutic exercise and treatment.
Frequently asked
How many physical therapists are listed in Lillington, NC?
Our directory currently lists 36 NPI-verified physical therapists in Lillington, NC. This count updates as new providers are approved, so the number reflects current inventory rather than a static snapshot.
How long is a course of physical therapy?
Most plans of care run six to twelve visits over four to eight weeks, though some conditions need more and some need less. A PT should set goals at your first visit and re-evaluate progress every few weeks. If you're not improving, the plan should change or you should be referred elsewhere.
Is physical therapy covered by insurance?
Most commercial plans, Medicare, and many Medicaid plans cover medically necessary PT, typically with a copay and an annual visit cap. Maintenance visits and prevention-only programs are less often covered. Confirm the visit cap and any required referrals with your insurer before starting.
What should I bring to my first visit?
Bring any relevant imaging or test results, a list of your medications, and clothing you can move in (or comfortable workout clothes you can change into). The first visit is mostly evaluation: exam, history, goal-setting, and a starter exercise program. Hands-on treatment usually begins at the same visit.
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