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Spinal Decompression Therapy in Pawley's Island, SC

Could you imagine going through life every day with near-debilitating, chronic back pain? Back pain is one of the most common ailments in America - it's estimated that 8% of all adults, or 16 million people, suffer from chronic back pain in the U.S. every year. If you've never experienced a back injury or pain, be thankful. Chronic back pain affects every aspect of a person's life, from participating in sports to limitations with everyday activities, like cooking dinner. In fact, many people with chronic back pain can't even make a reliable living and put food on the table. Almost 83 million workdays are lost every year due to choric back pain.

Spinal Decompression Therapy Pawley's Island, SC

The inability to work and provide isn't just a physical issue - it can become an emotional one too. Many people suffering from chronic back pain also suffer from depression and anxiety. Unfortunately, in the past, chronic back pain sufferers wanting to avoid addictive medications and invasive surgeries had few viable relief options. However, if you're suffering from a chronic back issue like sciatica, a pinched nerve, or a bulging disc, pain relief may be closer than you think.

Modern chiropractic care and, more specifically, a spinal decompression chiropractor in Pawley's Island, SC, may be the long-term solution you need for chronic back pain.

A common misconception is that chiropractors only adjust your back and neck when, in fact, they treat the whole body with all-natural treatments. Here at Elite Healthcare, our doctors focus on your overall health, not just pain. We want to find and address the underlying causes of your symptoms. If you're unfamiliar with an integrative approach to medicine, this strategy may seem new. Our chiropractic care is less about putting a band-aid on the problem and more about finding a natural, long-term solution to your pain.

Fortunately, our experienced chiropractors provide the best in natural pain relief. Prescription and over-the-counter pain medications mask the symptoms you're experiencing versus getting to the cause of your pain. Pain is often the result of your spine being out of alignment, which leads to nerve issues. Once your spine is back in alignment, the nerves function correctly again.

Because our chiropractic center offers a combination of different therapies and non-surgical treatments, we provide a comprehensive approach to healing. Depending on the extent of your back problems, spinal decompression therapy may be the answer to your chronic pain problems.

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Non-Invasive Treatment for Back Pain

Invasive procedures, like back surgeries, often leave the patient racked with pain, long recovery times, and complications. Sometimes, the surgery doesn't work as intended, leaving the patient responsible for a therapy that didn't work correctly. As a non-invasive treatment, spinal decompression therapy can treat back and neck pain without needles, incisions, or harmful manipulations of the spine.

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Long-Term, Significant Pain Relief

Getting back pain relief from surgery is far from guaranteed. However, because spinal decompression targets the underlying causes of your back pain, it's a much more effective long-term treatment. Spinal decompression is not a quick fix. When coupled with positive lifestyle changes like losing weight, you can maximize the pain-relieving benefits of spinal decompression.

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Little-to-No Recovery Time

Surgery of the back and spine requires the patient to be bedridden and uncomfortable for days and even weeks. Recovering from back surgery is no easy feat and often requires strong pain medications to help. Sometimes, back surgeries don't go as planned, causing complications and worse scenarios. Spinal decompression, on the other hand, is very effective and doesn't require much recovery time at all. Once your spinal decompression session is over, you'll probably be able to drive yourself home from our office.

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No Addictive Medications

One of the least talked about issues with back pain medications is that they only treat the pain, not the underlying causes. For many patients, relying on meds to relieve back pain fosters dependency on pain pills. Pain pill addiction is a very serious issue in the U.S., often leading patients down a dark path. With spinal decompression, you won't have to worry about taking pills for pain relief. That's because the root causes of your back pain are addressed, not just the symptoms.

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Cost-Conscious Treatment

If you were to look at the cost of surgery and subsequent years of prescription medication, you might be shocked. When compared to spinal decompression, surgery is a much more expensive treatment to consider. You've got to take the cost of surgery into account, but also the fact that you'll be forced to take time off work. By choosing spinal decompression therapy, you're choosing a safe, non-surgical treatment that doesn't require any time off work.

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Spinal decompression relieves pressure on disrupted discs, causing them to retract back into place. This revolutionary treatment also lets oxygen, fluids, and nutrients re-enter your spinal discs, which provides additional healing.

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The Smart Choice for Chiropractor Spinal Decompression in Pawley's Island, SC

At Elite Healthcare Physical Medicine, we practice an integrated approach to pain relief and chiropractic care. Our goal is to restore your spine to its proper alignment, which speeds up your recovery time and prevents additional injuries. If chronic back pain has taken over your life, it's time to visit our chiropractic office for a thorough evaluation.

Ask yourself this: Have you been suffering from headaches and sleepless nights due to muscle strain? Is your ability to work and put food on the table compromised due to a pinched nerve? No amount of over-the-counter pain medication can provide a long-term fix for such an issue. Thankfully, our chiropractors have years of experience providing relief to patients just like yourself.

After a comprehensive exam, our doctor will create an individualized treatment plan tailored to your body. That way, we can address the full scope of your symptoms by correcting any root causes of your back pain.

From minor chiropractic adjustments to spinal decompression treatment, we'll find the solution that your back and body need to heal correctly. If you're ready to get back on the road to better health, we're here to help every step of the way. Contact our Elite Healthcare Physical Medicine today to get started.

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Georgetown County doesn't want golf courses to become subdivisions. There's a plan to protect them.

PAWLEYS ISLAND — Robin Agnew can’t imagine living anywhere but on a golf course.The open green space is what first attracted her and her husband to the Litchfield Country Club 30 years ago. Today, she's the president of the neighborhood's property owners association and still enjoys playing the course and admiring the view from her home.But Agnew worries about what could happen if the course closed.Unlike other Waccamaw Neck courses...

PAWLEYS ISLAND — Robin Agnew can’t imagine living anywhere but on a golf course.

The open green space is what first attracted her and her husband to the Litchfield Country Club 30 years ago. Today, she's the president of the neighborhood's property owners association and still enjoys playing the course and admiring the view from her home.

But Agnew worries about what could happen if the course closed.

Unlike other Waccamaw Neck courses, it's not part of the surrounding neighborhood. And the property's zoning allows residential development, meaning that if the course ever shuts down, four units per acre could be built on that land.

“That just did not appeal to me at all,” Agnew said.

The Founders Club in Pawleys Island is in the same position.

While neither golf course has plans to close, the county intends to update the zoning for the courses as a preventative measure.

“There's just concerns from constituents in my district about what could potentially come if something were to happen,” County Councilwoman Stella Mercado said.

That scenario has played out in other parts of the state, including Fort Mill, Blythewood and in neighboring Horry County. When courses shut down, it's sparked conflicts between residents and developers as neighbors opposed building on the defunct courses.

In North Charleston, a 10-year battle with neighbors and developers ensued with the Kings Grand golf course closed. In the end, 80 acres were reserved for a marsh park with a walking trail and paddle craft launch and 90 acres were slated for development.

The land-use element of the county’s comprehensive plan states that any new development of the Litchfield Country Club and Founders Club courses should maintain a low overall density that preserves a significant portion of the green space.

It also designates the golf courses as conservation agriculture districts. That zoning is used for areas that include land critical to the health of watersheds and waterways, public recreation facilities or specific protected features in neighborhood developments, Georgetown County Planning Director Holly Richardson said.

The county has plans to update its zoning ordinance and map to reflect the information stated in the land-use element. It could take between 12 and 18 months, and some council members are looking for a quicker solution.

“The sooner, the better,” County Councilman Bob Anderson said.

At a recent council meeting, Richardson presented a plan for rezoning the courses.

The properties could be rezoned under an existing district, but there aren’t any that align with the county's vision for the land, she said.

Some of the existing districts would allow for uses the county doesn’t want to see on the golf course properties, and others were created for rural districts that include language not relevant to the Waccamaw Neck.

Another option is to create a zoning district that would preserve greenspace and nearby wetlands and protect residential properties in the case of a course closure, Richardson said.

That would still allow for the land to be used for a golf course, public facilities, parks, open space and recreational facilities. There would also be limited conditional uses. For example, a clubhouse could be converted into a subdivision amenity, and there could possibly be commercial development along land fronting U.S. Highway 17, she said.

The proposed zoning district could potentially allow for some single-family residential development, but it would be limited. Richardson said one idea is to limit development to one house for every five acres.

"There seems to be a big concern about density, and so this will decrease density," Mercado said of rezoning the courses.

The county also recently addressed overcrowding on the Waccamaw Neck by approving an ordinance that limits apartment-style housing in general residential districts to five units per acre.

Agnew said she’s grateful the county is moving forward with a zoning change to protect the golf courses.

"Green space is wonderful, and there’s a lot of wildlife there," she said. "And it's just undisturbed in the middle of a very busy Highway 17 corridor … so I want to keep the density down."

She’d prefer to keep the course as a recreational green space such as a park in the event of a closure. Ideally, there wouldn’t be any houses built on it at all, she said. But she said one house for every five acres is a good compromise.

“I could live with that,” she said.

10 Best Beach Towns in South Carolina, According to Locals

Discover Charleston-area favorites and lesser-known oceanfront communities.The South Carolina coast is full of laid-back beach towns with wide stretches of sand, palm-lined bike paths, quaint boardwalks, and restaurants cooking up fresh-caught Lowcountry fare. I’ve spent much of my life frequenting the Palmetto State’s beach towns—visiting Kiawah Island every year and even living in Charleston for a period. Using my own experience and the expertise of a few locals, we narrowed down the list to the 10 best beach towns...

Discover Charleston-area favorites and lesser-known oceanfront communities.

The South Carolina coast is full of laid-back beach towns with wide stretches of sand, palm-lined bike paths, quaint boardwalks, and restaurants cooking up fresh-caught Lowcountry fare. I’ve spent much of my life frequenting the Palmetto State’s beach towns—visiting Kiawah Island every year and even living in Charleston for a period. Using my own experience and the expertise of a few locals, we narrowed down the list to the 10 best beach towns in South Carolina. See if your favorite made the cut below.

Isle of Palms

I’ve spent countless days on Isle of Palms, a small barrier island about 15 miles from downtown Charleston. It's one of the more family-friendly beach destinations in the area, and many visitors opt to stay at Wild Dunes Resort or rent a roomy oceanfront home. No matter where you are on the island, though, its leisurely pace, wide beach, and classic small-town vibes will entice visitors of all ages. One of my favorite things to do on “IOP,” as the locals call it, is to grab dinner at Islander 71 and watch the boats come in and out of the marina. I’d also recommend checking out the live music schedule at The Windjammer—or picking up a frosé (frozen rosé) to-go from The Co-Op.

Kiawah Island

In South Carolina, a beach town should evoke a nostalgic mix of humidity, salt water, and the distinctly earthy smell of pluff mud emanating from the salt marshes. Kiawah Island meets all of these criteria—and then some. A majority of the island functions as a gated private community, accessible only to residents, their guests, and those with reservations. However, there are a couple of areas open to the public if you want to do a day trip, namely Kiawah Beachwalker Park and the shopping center Freshfields Village. At the latter, you can load up on all your vacation essentials: groceries, beach reads, bathing suits, and more.

Myrtle Beach

Myrtle Beach may technically be a city, but it has all of the trappings of your classic beach town. There’s a bustling boardwalk, golf courses, go-karts, souvenir shopping, and, of course, a number of public beaches. “I’ve always been drawn to the nostalgia that you can find on Myrtle Beach,” says Betsy Fuller, owner of A Maker’s Post, a gift shop on Sullivan's Island. “One of my favorite movies, 'Shag,' is set there, and whenever I watch it, I daydream about going back to visit the beach town in the 1950s.”

While it might be synonymous with spring break crowds and families on summer vacation, this is a destination that always delivers beach fun—whether you’re hoping to spend the day by the water or keeping your schedule full from sunup to sundown.

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Pawleys Island

Relaxation is paramount when you’re visiting Pawleys Island, a barrier island beach town located between Myrtle Beach and Charleston. This is the type of place where time slows down, you’re encouraged to log off and enjoy the natural splendor of South Carolina’s coast. Spend your days crabbing, surfing (if the waves permit), fishing, golfing, or dining on classic Lowcountry staples like okra soup or shrimp and grits; just don’t forget to save time for the art of doing absolutely nothing. For a particularly romantic getaway, book a room at The Pelican Inn, an eight-bedroom bed-and-breakfast with a charming wraparound porch.

Folly Beach

"As someone who lives 10 minutes from Folly Beach, I certainly feel like I'm on vacation where I live,” says Katie Hirsch, the former director and chief curator of the Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art. One of the closest beach towns to Charleston, it’s a great option for a day trip if you’re visiting the Holy City; just be sure to arrive on the earlier side if you want to beat the crowds and have an easier time parking. Plus, “if you're an early riser,” says Hirsch, you might want to “try finding shark teeth during a morning beach walk.” She also recommends grabbing some food at local favorite Jack of Cups Saloon for “unexpected bites inspired by Asian cuisine.”

Hilton Head Island

"Hilton Head Island is one of the best places to escape to if you want to be near a beach town but want a different environment from Charleston,” explains Hirsch. “It has modern touches but still keeps its Southern charm, appealing to both tourists and locals alike.”

The historic island is known for its golf courses and bike trails, but offers a wide variety of things to do. Gullah heritage tours, boat rides, paddleboarding, and birding are all itinerary contenders, and Hirsch also says the destination has “some of the best thrift stores.” If that’s up your alley, save an afternoon for exploring the goods at The Bargain Box, My Sister’s Closet, and The Church Mouse.

Sullivan’s Island

Sullivan’s Island continues to be a favorite South Carolina beach town—especially for Charlestonians. “The beach is very relaxed, and the marsh views are second to none,” says Fuller. “If you’re visiting, I’d recommend taking a long beach walk [and exiting] at Station 22.5, so you can head into ‘town,’ aka Middle Street, to do a little shopping.” This part of Sullivan’s Island is popular for its various eateries; there’s everything from Mexican and barbecue to burgers and seafood. Fuller recommends getting a table at High Thyme or The Obstinate Daughter, then grabbing a nightcap at Dunleavy’s Pub.

12 Best Beach Towns on the East Coast, According to Locals

Beaufort

The second-oldest city in South Carolina, Beaufort is often compared to Charleston; it’s historic, beautiful, and filled with oak trees and amazing architecture. Its proximity to the water is also a perk. Like Charleston, you’ll have to drive a bit out of the main hub to get to the beach. If you don’t mind parking your beach chair by Battery Creek, rather than the Atlantic Ocean, make your way to the Sands Beach on the southern end of Port Royal. The beach is free to the public, and there’s plenty to keep the whole family entertained, including a boardwalk, an observation tower, and shark-teeth-hunting opportunities. For a true oceanfront spot, you’ll need to drive half an hour to Hunting Island State Park, where five miles of beautiful beaches live alongside marshes, a saltwater lagoon, and maritime forests.

Murrells Inlet

Murrells Inlet, or the “Seafood Capital of South Carolina,” makes this list for a few reasons. For starters, the historic fishing village has a feature known as MarshWalk. Spanning a half-mile along a natural saltwater estuary, the wooden boardwalk is home to several restaurants, including Bovine’s, Wahoo’s Fish House, and The Claw House. Head five minutes down the road and you'll arrive at the far-from-crowded Huntington Beach State Park, where you can find three miles of pristine sands to lie on. If you have some time, stop by Brookgreen Gardens, a 9,127 site that also includes a zoo and sculpture garden.

Edisto Beach

Located on Edisto Island, Edisto Beach isn’t your typical, buzzy beach town—and that’s the beauty of it. There are no stoplights, high rises, or chain restaurants on the island, and the town wholeheartedly embraces the magic of slow living. Visitors can explore the 4.5 miles of coastline, take a dip in the ocean, and search for shells, shark teeth, and other fossils that may wash up on shore. Biking, kayaking, and dolphin tours are also popular vacation activities. But if there’s absolutely one thing you can’t miss while visiting Edisto Beach, it's the glorious sunsets. Bring a blanket to Edisto Beach State Park, sit back, and enjoy the show.

A Pawleys Island doctor is part of $1.9 million medical fraud settlement

PAWLEYS ISLAND — A Pawleys Island doctor and his practices have agreed to pay $400,000 to resolve allegations of medical fraud spanning from May 2016 to November 2021.Dr. Gerald Congdon and his practices, Coastal Urgent Care LLC and Coastal Wellness Cente...

PAWLEYS ISLAND — A Pawleys Island doctor and his practices have agreed to pay $400,000 to resolve allegations of medical fraud spanning from May 2016 to November 2021.

Dr. Gerald Congdon and his practices, Coastal Urgent Care LLC and Coastal Wellness Center LLC, allegedly referred patients to a laboratory in Anderson in exchange for thousands of dollars, the U.S. Department of Justice announced March 6.

They disguised the funds as office space rental and phlebotomy payments, according to a news release from the DOJ.

Congdon said the lab did sublease office space from him.

“I don’t know what happened there, but two years ago I was contacted by the Department of Justice and they said that they didn’t want doctors leasing their office space to lab companies,” he said. “And they demanded the money back.”

Congdon and his practices are part of a $1.9 million settlement involving several other physicians and companies who allegedly received money in exchange for ordering tests at the Anderson laboratory.

They’re accused of committing kickback schemes, which involve receiving remuneration (money, gifts or other incentives), in exchange for referring items or services covered by Medicare and other federally funded healthcare programs.

Kickback laws aim to ensure medical providers make decisions based on their patients’ best interests and not financial incentives.

Dr. Gbenga Aluko of Charlotte and Dr. Anup Banerjee of Gastonia and their medical practices have agreed to pay to settle allegations similar to those Congdon faces.

Additionally, Omar Hussain of South Miami and his health care marketing company Curis Healthcare have agreed to pay nearly $818,000 for arranging Medicare and TRICARE referrals to the Anderson lab from April 2020 to August 2021.

They will also pay $240,000 in conjunction with the Chicago-based Saeed Medical Group.

The kickback schemes allegedly violated federal law and led to false or fraudulent laboratory testing claims being sent to Medicare and TRICARE.

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of South Carolina, the Civil Division’s Commercial Litigation Branch, the Fraud Section, the FBI and other federal agencies collaborated to pursue the settlements.

“The public puts immense trust in medical professionals, and disdain for the rule of law damages that trust and erodes their credibility,” Special Agent in Charge Steve Jensen of the FBI Columbia Field Office said in a statement. “These settlements should serve as a reminder that the FBI and its partners are committed to holding medical practitioners accountable for kickbacks.”

Women's Golfers Begin Spring Campaign at Pawleys Island Beach Bash

GANNON GOLDEN KNIGHTS at PAWLEYS ISLAND BEACH BASH DATE/TIME: Wednesday, March 12, 8:30 a.m. / Thursday, March 13, 8:30 a.m. (36 holes stroke play) GOLF COURSE: The Founders Club | Pawleys Island, S.C. LIVE RESULTSERIE, Pa. &ndash...

GANNON GOLDEN KNIGHTS at PAWLEYS ISLAND BEACH BASH DATE/TIME: Wednesday, March 12, 8:30 a.m. / Thursday, March 13, 8:30 a.m. (36 holes stroke play) GOLF COURSE: The Founders Club | Pawleys Island, S.C. LIVE RESULTS

ERIE, Pa. – The Gannon women's golf team will make its spring debut on Wednesday, March 12 and Thursday, March 13 competing in the Pawleys Island Beach Bash in Pawleys Island, S.C.

Head coach Scott Stano's team will be one of nine teams teeing it up in the 36-hole event. The field includes Gannon, Fairmont State, Franklin Pierce, Mars Hill, New Haven, Ohio Dominican, University of Indianapolis, UNC Pembroke, and Ursuline. Each team will play six golfers with the top four scores counting.

Stano assembled a very demanding schedule for the lady linksters and as the fall went on they continued to grow. The six-match fall season ended with a first place showing in the Michael Corbett Fall Classic, followed by a third place showing at the Panther Invitational and a second place finish at the Kentucky Wesleyan Invitational.

The Gannon lineup is led by senior Ditte Petersen (Dianalund, Denmark/Sorø Akademi Skole). The native of Denmark is the two-time defending PSAC champion and repeated as the PSAC Women's Golf Athlete of the Year. She posted an average of 75.7 in 13 rounds in the fall.

Andrea Martinez (Tarragona, Spain/Col·legi Vedruna Sagrat Cor), a two-time first team All-PSAC performer, averaged 78.2 over 13 rounds while Alexandria LeCureux (Clarkston, Mich./Clarkston) had a solid beginning to her freshman season, averaging 77.8 in 13 rounds.

Cloe Mateo (Sabadell, Spain/Montcau la Mola) was a first team All-PSAC selection and the Freshman of the Year last season. She had a 77.6 average in 11 rounds in the fall.

Gannon Lineup

INDIVIDUALS: Gunnhildur Gunnarsdottir (85.4 in 11 rds.), Samantha Turk (Euclid, Ohio/Villa Angela-St. Joseph) (88.3 avg. in 7 rds.)

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