What is Physical Therapy?
Physical therapy involves the diagnosis, treatment and management of movement dysfunction and enhancement of physical and functional abilities. Physical therapy includes the examination, evaluation, prognosis and intervention provided by a physical therapist.
Treatment is directed toward the restoration, maintenance and promotion of optimal physical function, fitness and wellness. It includes the prevention of the onset, symptoms and progression of impairments, functional limitations and disabilities that may result from diseases, disorders, conditions, or injuries.

What to expect as a Patient
In a quiet and comfortable environment, you will work together with your physical therapist. All our sessions, including the initial evaluation require a minimum of one hour. During the initial evaluation, you will discuss your symptoms and desired outcome and your physical therapist will perform a hands-on evaluation. Based on your goals, the requests of your referring physician and the results of the evaluation, you and your physical therapist will agree upon a treatment plan together.

 

Quality Treatment.

• Licensed physical therapists with continued Postgraduate Degree training.
• One on One treatment only.
• One hour treatment sessions.
• Treatments designed to fit your individual and personal needs.
• All our therapists are accustomed to treating patients who have not responded to previous treatment or other care.
• The most up to date and progressive treatments to fit your needs for pain, coordination, retraining motor patterns, balance, endurance, speed and strength.

Treatments and Techniques.

Massage: Swedish, Cross Friction, Acupressure, Lymphdrainage, Shiatsu, MFR.
Soft Tissue Mobilization: contract/relax, strain/counter strain, myofascial release, stretching, neurovascular mobilization.
Joint Mobilization: European, Australian and North American philosophies.
Exercise Prescription/Progression: Home and clinical exercise programs are based on a functional and dynamic approach, which have immediate carry over to your sports and activities of daily living. For our professional and high level athletes, we provide full gym access within their rehabilitation.
Education: Risk factors, Static/Dynamic Postural, Biomechanical and Prevention.
Supplies: All your supplies can be directly acquired through our clinic. Some supplies are complimentary.
Ergonomic Evaluation at your work site: As part of your treatment it might be necessary to optimize your work environment. On-site evaluation can be performed, with immediate recommendations and suggestions for workstation adaptations.
Orthotics: Custom fitted orthotics for work-related or sports activities.

 

Modalities:

Thermal Ultrsound- Continuous sound waves absorbed by the body that can reduce or control pain & muscle spasms, increase circulation and soft tissue flexibility.

Nonthermal Ultrasound- Pulsed sound waves absorbed by the body to facilitate/accelerate tissue healing, and promote the imflammatory process.

Phonophoresis- Localized transcutaneous delivery of medication into the body through the skin by using ultrasound.

Interferential Electric Stimulation- Two independent channels of electrical current crossing each other to create deep pain relief.

Transcutaneous Electric Nerve Stimulation (TENS)- Mild electical current in low frequencies applied to relieve stiffness and pain.

Neuromuscular Electric Stimulation/Russain Stimulation- Medium to high electric currents used to activate specific muscle groups.

Microcurrent Electric Stimulation- Low level current used to relieve pain, increase wound healing and regeneration of tissue.

Iontophoresis- Localized transcutaneous delivery of medication into the body through the skin by using electric current.

Infared Therapy- Infared light effecting cells to increase energy, new tissue production, immune response, wound healing and decrease pain.

Biofeedback/Surface EMG- Measures muscle activity both at rest and while contracting through electrodes placed on the skin.

Kinesio Tape- Elastic, latex-free tape lasting 3-5 days that may re-educate the nueromuscular system, reduce pain, promote healing, promote lymph flow and decrease swelling.

Moist Heat- Increases blood flow, soft tissue flexibility, tissue length, relaxes muscles and decreases joint stiffness.

Paraffin- Used for heating distal extremities, and irregular surfaces.

Ice - Controls inflammation, pain & edema, reduces muscle spasticity.

Ice Massage- Direct localized application of ice to the skin for 8-10 minutes to decrease pain and inflammation.

 

Insurance Coverage
Most insurance companies require a physician referral or prescription to cover services. Please check with your insurance company to determine your physical therapy benefits and need for referral or prescription. Almost all insurance plans have physical therapy coverage. We are preferred providers for Aetna, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, CIGNA, Nylcare Ethix, First Choice, Medicare, Medicaid, Premera, Regence, RegenceCare, Self-Insured and State Labor & Industries and Uniform Medical. We accept new patients and all motor vehicle accidents.
For Other Insurance Companies, Please Contact Our Office.