What do I need to bring on my first appointment?
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Please bring your physicians signed prescription for therapy and any forms you printed from the website completely filled out, as well as your insurance card and picture ID.
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What should I wear?
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Please wear comfortable clothing. Most people prefer gym attire.
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How long will my appointment be?
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Most sessions last about an hour. Your first appointment may take some additional time.
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Do you take my insurance?
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Select Physical Therapy is contracted with many managed care companies. Click here for a list of them. We also can treat patients as out of network if your insurance company allows it. Just give us a call and we will check for you.
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What are the clinic hours?
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Our clinics hours vary. Most offer appointments as early as 7:00 am and as late as 6:00pm. We have also been known to work through a lunch hour in order to accommodate our patients' needs.
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I have a question about a bill, who can I speak to about it?
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Our front office representatives can answer most billing questions, however if they cannot, they will give you the direct line to our billing office and the name of a representative who can help you.
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How long will it take for me to get better?
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It depends on the tissue/structure involved, however most patients start to notice a difference in 1-2 weeks.
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What is Physical Therapy?
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Physical therapy is treatment that encompasses specific techniques which have proven to increase physical abilities, function and quality of life, for conditions caused by disease or injury. Techniques include exercise, heat, or electrical stimulus. A physical therapist provides these treatments and will also provide education, instruction, and support for recovery.
The purpose of physical therapy is to decrease pain and regain functional abilities and normal activities. Physical therapy can reduce pain in the soft tissues (such as the muscles, ligaments, and tendons), improve function, and build muscle strength. A physical therapist will design a program specific to a person's normal level of activity, physical fitness, and severity of pain.
Physical therapy techniques may include:
- Stretching, to reduce stress on joints.
- Manual therapy, to improve or maintain range of motion.
- Heat therapy, to improve blood circulation to the muscles and other soft tissues.
- Ice therapy, to reduce swelling and relieve pain.
- Exercise, to strengthen muscles.
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