Head, Neck, Jaw and Voice - Advance Physical Therapy

Debra K. Albrecht, specialist in head and neck pain, grew her interest in this area from her own lifelong passion for dance and performing arts.

With over 30 years of clinical experience as a physical therapist, Debra is skilled in evaluation and treatment of spinal dysfunction, head and neck pain, temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD), headaches, orofacial pain, and voice disorders. She utilizes manual therapy techniques, including joint mobilization, visceral and myofascial release to compliment work on postural retraining and functional strengthening.

Early in her career, Debra had the tremendous opportunity to study extensively with the renowned Dr. Mariano Rocabado, DPT, CCTT, a specialist in treatment of the head and neck pain and related TMD. She continued to expand her expertise with course work through The Institute of Physical Art. It was during this period that she began to recognize the importance of visceral myofascial treatment for improving respiratory function, posture, lumbopelvic alignment, and temporomandibular joint function.

Her focus on the biomechanical relationship of head, neck and TMJ, especially in application to voice and airway dysfunctions were enhanced as a Speech/Voice Therapy and Otolaryngology team member for patients following vocal cord surgery. She especially enjoys treating singing performing artists.

Testimonial

Teletherapy is great!

— Madeline Young, Chapel Hill

Due to Covid-19, like everyone else, I had to stop my PT appointments. After several months, APT informed me that Medicare was now going to pay for Teletherapy. I immediately “signed up” and am so thankful I did. The sessions are actually the same as in person. My therapist, Molly Miller, is excellent and uses Teletherapy as well as in-clinic appointments (only when necessary).

She can accurately assess and diagnose using Teletherapy just as in person. Teletherapy is so easy and convenient – no driving to appointment parking, waiting for your appointment time. Teletherapy is great – try it, you’ll like it!