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If I want to continue with PT sessions after my pain is gone, can I do so?

Yes, once you have completed your therapy sessions, your therapist will review your at-home continuing therapy program.  You will also have the option to return at a later time, to update or progress your at-home therapy program if you choose to do so!

We can also consult with you about your gym workouts to  determine what equipment may be most beneficial, and what exercises would be helpful in your continued recovery.  If you use a fitness professional or personal trainer as part of your fitness routine, we can establish an appointment to collaborate with them about your continued fitness and training regime, once you have completed your physical therapy sessions. 

When will I notice pain relief?

Each patient’s diagnosis is different, so together with your referring physician, our therapist will develop a plan of care that is right for you.  Often you will have a reduction in pain within a visit or two, but still require additional visits to resolve the real cause of your problem, and then achieve full recovery. 

Your plan of care and number of visits will be determined during your first visit and explained to you by our physical therapist.

Will my treatments be uncomfortable?

Good communication with our therapist will help minimize any discomfort. We want you on your way to quick pain relief and back to normal activities.

Physical therapy is not meant to hurt, but to relieve pain! There is a chance, however, as you restore your mobility that your pain levels will fluctuate. You might experience some temporary soreness from using muscles that are weakened or recovering.  It may even seem that the pain has moved!

What will my treatments look like?

With physical therapy, it’s important to know that the overall goal is to restore pain-free mobility and fully function and to prevent the injury or pain from recurring.

Our physical therapists evaluate your movement patterns, identify the cause of your pain, create a plan, and work with you to manage or eliminate it.

Physical therapists are trained medical experts when it comes to movement, musculoskeletal and neurological conditions. They work closely with physicians to make sure that your treatment plan is as efficient and effective as possible.