Physical Therapy
Physical therapy improves muscular function, increases flexibility, and reduces risk of re-injury.
Physical Therapy treats conditions such as chronic or acute pain, soft tissue injuries, arthritis, physical impairments and gait disorders typically of musculoskeletal and neurological origins. This treatment improves physical functions through physical examination, diagnosis, prognosis, physical intervention, rehabilitation and patient education.
WHAT IS physical Therapy?
A physical therapist is a movement specialist who has been trained to evaluate mobility concerns with walking, running, jumping, bending, stretching, and other forms of physical exercise. Physical therapy (PT) focuses on three degrees of treatment: pain alleviation, strengthening, and functional integration.
Benefits
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Pain relief
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Improved mobility, muscle function, and flexibility
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Injury prevention
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Functional improvement
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Stress relief
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Improved core strength
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Reduced risk of re-injury
COMMONly treated conditions
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Muscle and joint pain
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Post-surgical rehabilitation
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Chronic Pain
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Lymphedema management
RELATED Treatments & CONDITIONS
Chronic Pain
Shoulder Pain
Pre/Post-Surgical
WHAT TO EXPECT
When To Arrive
On average, a patient’s first visit lasts about one hour. We ask that patients arrive 15 minutes early to sign-in and complete paperwork.
What To Bring
On your first visit, you’ll need to bring your physician referral or prescription (if needed), your insurance card, your primary registration forms, your ID or driver’s license and your co-payment (as applicable).
Your First Visit
Our office managers will help you through completing the registration and insurance process, then you will begin your evaluation with a therapist. It is helpful to know your key past medical history, previous treatments, current medications, and any symptoms you may be experiencing. Your movement, strength, coordination, and other factors will be evaluated before our therapist discusses with you their recommendation and prepares a personalized treatment plan.
Treatment Plan
Evaluation findings will be shared with your referring physician or preferred medical expert, and the office managers will help you plan your series of visits based on the quantity and frequency determined by your therapist. Your subsequent visits will focus on treatment that is based on your diagnosis and individualized goals.