Meet Brittany McGeary of Grow Physical Therapy

Today we’d like to introduce you to Brittany McGeary.

Hi Brittany, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today.
Working with children has always been my passion, and I am so lucky to be doing that today! I attended Wichita State University to obtain my Doctorate in Physical Therapy to specialize in pediatrics. Right after graduating, I worked part-time at a local school district. I loved working there, and it provided a lot of free time to brainstorm additional ways I could serve the pediatric population in Wichita. I stumbled upon several pediatric physical therapy accounts on Instagram and instantly knew it was what I wanted to do! Starting a business as a fresh new grad during COVID-19 was off my radar, but here we are today! I own Grow Physical Therapy, a pediatric practice specializing in torticollis, plagiocephaly, and developmental delay. Balancing working at the school, part-time in home health, and owning Grow has been quite the balance over the past two years. I am now down to two jobs and working on “growing” grow to my only job!

Can you talk to us about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned? Looking back, would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
Building Grow Physical Therapy has been an ongoing challenge. Even though I have taken continuing education courses and have a wonderful support system, I struggle with imposter syndrome – fear of failure, comparison, and self-doubt. As a physical therapist who provides a service, I have this sense of perfectionism and worry that what I provide is insufficient. I struggle with it frequently, but I am happy to report that it is improving! My patients and their families have been incredible, the progress made in visits is evident, and I continue to improve my skills daily. I am sharing this as I know I am not the only one who deals with imposter syndrome, and I hope that by discussing it, we realize that we aren’t alone.

Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next, you can tell us more about your business.
Grow Physical Therapy is a pediatric physical therapy practice specializing in Torticollis, plagiocephaly, and developmental delay. Visits are provided in an office or the comfort of your home! Grow’s purpose is to spread awareness about Torticollis and plagiocephaly, advocate for early referral and intervention, and provide conservative treatment and education to parents.

A head tilt and neck characterize Torticollis turned to one side. Plagiocephaly, also known as flat head syndrome, is flatness on the back of one side of the head. Commonly, these two occur together. Some causes and risk factors include – positioning in the womb, birth trauma, prematurity, and asymmetrical tightness/tension in the body. Grow provides a comprehensive physical therapy program that addresses stretching and strengthening, parent education, environment adaptations, and strategic sleep positioning. We utilize strategic sleep positioning that conservatively corrects the head shape and, depending on severity, prevents babies from needing a helmet.

It is important not to wait and see when it comes to treatment. My website and Instagram go into further details of what to look for, so please check it out! The biggest takeaway – early intervention is the key!

Are any books, apps, podcasts, or blogs that help you do your best?
I love listening to the podcasts Kwik Brain with Jim Kwik and The Mindvalley Show with Vishen.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.growphysicaltherapy.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growphysicaltherapy/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/growphysicaltherapy

Image Credits
Beck and Roam Photography