Balance to the Human System for Optimal Function
The Mission
Physical Therapy in an environment that values and respects the patient's time and commitment. Current healthcare trends limit the attention and care people deserve to increase patient volume and profitability. I founded Tao of Physical Therapy to provide quality, evidence-informed and results-driven treatment. It is a place where your care is truly yours, and not divided. Physical therapy and wellness services are tailored to you, regardless of complexity and body region.
Tao of Physical Therapy is a solo-practice located in Columbia, SC, the heart of the Midlands and the state capital. Large state parks, the beautiful riverwalk, and Lake Murray become gathering grounds for physical outdoor activities and a thriving exercise and wellness culture. I am here to help maintain your active lifestyle, and if an injury has gotten in between you and your life, my goal is to have you ready to take on the world as soon as possible!
The "Tao" in Tao of Physical Therapy means "the way." It is a commonly used phrase in East Asian art and literature rooted in Taoism. Martial Arts adopted the term, because through repetitive practice, "the way" will be revealed. I use this approach in therapy. Progress is made through repetition with intention and intensity. During the time we have together, you will learn how powerful you are rather than broken or dysfunctional, and leave the office with the tools to maintain that feeling.
My goal is to have you ready to take on the world as soon as possible.
I value my own commitment to help you achieve goals and the opportunity to learn and grow together.
Services are rendered on a Fee-For-Service model, allowing for a holistic practice for maximum outcomes, removing barriers to care, ensuring the relationship is with you and not your insurance company. We can only restore balance by addressing the entire human system with current, evidence-informed interventions and technology. I do not believe that this is a new or alternative approach to Physical Therapy, but it is one that is honest to its core values-- the "way." Welcome to Tao of Physical Therapy.
Gilbert Tam, PT, DPT, NCS, CSCS (Founder)
Obstacles That You Will Overcome:
Neck and back pain
Hip and leg pain
Stiffness of joints
Tennis/Golfer's elbow
Shoulder impingement
Balance issues
Plantarfasciitis/Achilles Tendinitis
Chronic pain
Headaches
TMJ/Jaw pain
Sciatica/Nerve pain
Weakness
Post-operative rehabilitation
Return to sports
Dizziness/Vertigo/Vestibular issues
Hypermobility syndrome/EDS and POTS
Falling
And More
Continue to navigate to the Services tab to learn more about what services are offered at Tao of Physical Therapy
