Patient Forms

At the front desk:
Provide documents – license ID, Insurance card, Physical therapy script, Copy of X-ray/ MRI, or other relevant medical documents ( in case you don’t have it faxed to our office )
With the clinical provider: Evaluation, establishing plan of care and treatment

Physical therapy is a licensed healthcare profession focused on helping individuals improve their physical function, mobility, and overall quality of life. It is commonly used to treat a wide range of conditions, including musculoskeletal injuries, neurological disorders, post-surgical recovery, and more. Here’s how physical therapy works:

• Initial Evaluation: The process begins with an initial assessment by a licensed physical therapist. During this evaluation, the therapist collects information about the patient’s medical history, current condition, and specific symptoms. They may also perform physical tests and assessments to measure strength, range of motion, balance, and mobility.
• Diagnosis and Goal Setting: Based on the evaluation, the physical therapist diagnoses the patient’s condition and collaborates with the patient to set specific treatment goals. These goals are tailored to the individual’s needs, whether it’s reducing pain, improving mobility, or enhancing function.
• Treatment Plan Development: The physical therapist designs a customized treatment plan that outlines the specific interventions and exercises to address the patient’s condition. The plan may include therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, modalities (e.g., heat, cold, ultrasound), and other techniques.
• Hands-On Treatment: Physical therapists often provide hands-on treatment through techniques such as joint mobilization, soft tissue manipulation, and stretching to improve joint and muscle function. These manual therapy techniques are used in conjunction with exercise.
• Therapeutic Exercise: Patients are typically prescribed therapeutic exercises to strengthen muscles, improve flexibility, and enhance coordination and balance. These exercises are an essential part of the rehabilitation process and are adjusted as the patient progresses.
• Pain Management: Physical therapists may use various strategies to manage pain, including modalities such as heat or cold therapy, electrical stimulation, and manual techniques to alleviate discomfort and promote healing.
• Education and Training: Patients receive education on their condition, proper body mechanics, and techniques to prevent future injuries. This may include advice on ergonomics, posture, and lifestyle modifications.
• Progress Monitoring: Throughout the course of treatment, the physical therapist continuously assesses the patient’s progress. Adjustments are made to the treatment plan as necessary to ensure the patient is moving closer to their goals.
• Home Exercise Programs: Patients are often given exercises to perform at home to complement in-clinic sessions and help maintain progress between appointments.
• Prevention and Maintenance: Once the patient reaches their treatment goals, the physical therapist may provide guidance on ongoing maintenance exercises and strategies to prevent recurrence of the condition.
• Follow-Up and Discharge: Depending on the condition, patients may have follow-up visits for monitoring or may be discharged from therapy when their goals are met. In some cases, patients may return for periodic check-ins or additional treatment if needed.

Physical therapy is a collaborative process that empowers individuals to take an active role in their recovery and long-term well-being. The treatment approach is patient-centered, and physical therapists work closely with patients to achieve the best possible outcomes.

With the clinical provider: Evaluation, establishing plan of care and treatment

• By being compliant and actively participating in your physical therapy, you are taking an active role in your recovery and well-being. This commitment can lead to faster and more successful rehabilitation outcomes, helping you regain function and improve your quality of life.
• Keep Appointments: Attend all scheduled physical therapy sessions. Regular check-ins with your physical therapist are vital for addressing pain, and mobility problems, monitoring progress, and making necessary adjustments to your plan.
• Being patient and sticking to the plan of care is the key to success, majority of the conditions can take several weeks to improve. For your appointments, we try to accommodate your timings- communication with the office and providers is important

• Direct access means you can go directly to a licensed physical therapist for evaluation and treatment of pain and other movement-related issues without supervision, orders, or prescriptions from other healthcare providers. However, some insurance plans may still require you to consult a physician first in order to be reimbursed for the services we provide. So, please check or we will check with your insurance provider when requesting an appointment with usWe accept all major commercial insurances, medicare, auto, and work-related injuries.