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About the Dream of Headway PT

Meet the Owner!

Casey Roy, PT, DPT - Migraine and Headache Specialist

Casey Roy, PT, DPT (She/Her)

Doctor of Physical Therapy
US Navy Veteran

 

Dr. Casey Roy, founder and owner of Headway Physical Therapy, is a North Carolina native with a life-long passion of serving others. After graduating with her Bachelors of Science in Human Biology from NC State University in 2013, Casey joined the US Navy as a Surface Warfare Officer, serving on active duty for five years, with a goal of returning home one day to study to become a Doctor of Physical Therapy. Casey saw her dream come to fruition, and she attended Duke University's School of Medicine and simultaneously gave three more years of service to our country by being a part of the Navy Selected Reserve until she was medically discharged as a Lieutenant in 2023. While at Duke, Casey was honored to be named the Helen Kaiser Scholarship Awardee for her dedication to service, social responsibility, and commitment to ensuring that diverse and underserved population's needs are met.  Casey first knew she wanted to be a physical therapist when working at a fitness gym while receiving her undergraduate education. At the time her brother, Nathan, was serving in the Navy as a construction electrician. He fell from a 30 foot tall pole due to a faulty harness and landed on his back. Somehow, Nathan didn't have any fractures or serious injuries, but he did have pain. His doctors gave him opioid medication, and he spent the next ten years of his life addicted to pills. Fortunately, unlike many others who have gone through what Nathan experienced, he has found a way to manage his addiction, and he is currently pill-free! The American Physical Therapy Association is a big proponent of reducing the number of opioid prescriptions to prevent people from having to go through what Casey and her family had to go through. Knowing the field of physical therapy was dedicated to this cause, Casey knew she wanted to dedicate her life to that field. Casey's interest in treating chronic conditions, particularly neck pain and migraines, come from her own personal connection to these conditions. Like her patients, Casey suffers from chronic migraines, and understands, first hand, the incapacitating nature of the disorder. Casey utilizes a shared decision making model with her patients to establish unique plans of care that address not only the physical deficits, but also the bio-psycho-social issues that may contribute to worsening symptoms. Casey believes physical therapy offers a strong alternative or concurrent treatment option to traditional medication based migraine and pain management. As someone who has gone through several trials of medications to help with her migraines, Casey knows that waiting for relief can be brutal. Migraines are a chronic condition and can't be "cured" but physical therapy has been proven to help reduce the frequency and intensity of migraines.  Casey graduated her program at Duke in 2023 and has since dedicated her time to learning more about pain science and the best evidence based treatment practices for neck pain, cervicogenic headaches (headaches that originate from the musculoskeletal system), and migraines. Casey is currently being mentored by several senior therapist who have also dedicated their practices to both cervicothoracic pain conditions and neurologic conditions. She has begun the long process of obtaining her neurologic clinical specialist (NCS) certification and has plans to be a life-long learner, researching and participating in advanced education for the treatment of chronic conditions.  In her free time, Casey enjoys riding her motorcycle, writing non-fiction novels, singing and playing guitar, volunteering for LGBTQ+ initiatives, traveling, and learning new vegan recipes from her partner, Ali. Casey lives in the Five Points neighborhood in Raleigh, and is a big proponent of supporting local shops, cafes, bars, and restaurants!

Compassion – Education – Social Responsibility

The Mission

Headway Physical Therapy specializes in helping people who suffer from neck pain, vestibular hypofunction, migraines, and headaches to get ahead of their healthcare concerns using a shared decision-making model that ensures each person receives a personalized plan of care to help reduce or eliminate their symptoms.

The Vision

Headway Physical Therapy’s vision is to provide premium care to as many people as possible, making it our duty to break down barriers, while ensuring every patient is always treated with individualized one-on-one care by an expert Physical Therapist specialized to utilize a biopsychosocial and shared decision-making model to maximize patient outcomes.

Our Philosophy

Each patient deserves one-on-one individualized care with their physical therapist, and every person deserves to receive care. Headway PT’s philosophy will always be to do what it takes to care for patients regardless of their socioeconomic background, access to transportation, or other factors that may otherwise act as a barrier to care. Headway PT will aim to use the most recent evidence-based practice guidelines to always ensure the best outcomes for all those who trust us to help improve their lives.

We Believe in Supporting Local Small Businesses!

The Raleigh-Durham community is a vibrant and growing area with a unique blend of culture, innovation, and Southern hospitality. Supporting locally owned and operated businesses plays a crucial role in preserving the character and diversity of the region. Local businesses not only provide personalized products and services but also contribute to the economic stability of the community by keeping money circulating within the area. They create jobs for local residents, support other small businesses, and foster a sense of pride and belonging that strengthens community ties.

In addition, locally owned businesses are more likely to give back to the community, whether through sponsorships of local events, collaborations with nonprofits, or involvement in community initiatives. By supporting these businesses, residents help maintain the area's distinct identity, ensuring that Raleigh-Durham continues to thrive both economically and culturally. Investing in local businesses fosters a sense of shared responsibility and connection, making the community stronger and more resilient in the face of change.

One way Headway PT encourages the support of other local business is by providing "easter egg" discounts at local cafe's, restaurants, art studios, and more! The "easter eggs" are designed as a business card with a special code on them that give you a 15% discount off any service offered at Headway PT. Headway PT hopes that by providing these discounts, it will encourage our patients and other community members to support other small business in the area!

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