physical therapist examining a mans knee

Physical Therapy

Improve muscle function, gain flexibility, find pain relief, relieve stress, and reduce the risk of re-injury over time with physical therapy.

What is physical therapy?

Physical therapy (PT), also known as physiotherapy, uses evidence-based assessments, exercise techniques, joint mobilization, and health education to treat conditions such as chronic or acute pain, soft tissue injuries, arthritis, physical impairments, and gait disorders typically of musculoskeletal, and neurological origins. Physical therapy improves your physical functions through examination, diagnosis, prognosis, physical intervention, rehabilitation and patient education.

Benefits of physical therapy

There are many benefits to specialized physical therapy, including:

  • Improved strength and endurance
  • Greater flexibility
  • Pain relief
  • Stress relief
  • A better understanding of your condition
  • A stronger core
  • Less stress on joints
  • Relief without medication or surgery
  • Taking an active role in your recovery
  • Reduced risk of re-injury
male physical therapist helping female patient stretch out her foot

What to expect

Your first physical therapy appointment is about creating a personalized treatment plan based on your health history, diagnosis, and goals. Here’s what you can expect at your first physical therapy appointment:

Your first appointment will last about an hour. Please arrive 15 minutes early.

If applicable, bring your physician referral or prescription, insurance card, paperwork, ID, and co-payment.

At your appointment, we’ll do an initial evaluation and discuss your care plan.

*Services are not available at every location. Visit our Locations page for more details.

Physical therapy insurance & payment options

We work with most major insurance providers. Although coverage will vary from plan to plan, many physical therapy, occupational therapy and speciality therapy programs are covered under insurance. Learn more about our insurance coverage and self-pay options for physical therapy.