HEALTH INSURANCE: NOT THE ONLY OPTION?

In the world of medicine, there is no topic more frustrating, aggravating, and confusing as health insurance.  Every insurance company has more than one plan option and this information is rarely laid out in a way that is easy to understand.  Knowing what plan you have and what is actually covered is the first step … Read more

CHOOSE YOUR OWN PHYSICAL THERAPIST

So you just received a Physical Therapy referral from your healthcare provider. There is a lot of misinformation out there on just how much you, as the patient, may dictate where and what providers you see.  A prescription for Physical Therapy is just like a prescription for anti-inflammatories, you can fill it wherever you choose.  … Read more

PRE-OPERATIVE PHYSICAL THERAPY

Pre-operative PTPhysical Therapy is often only considered after an orthopedic surgery. However, there is mounting evidence pointing to the benefit of pre-operative Physical Therapy. In the case of an impending total knee replacement, recent studies have shown as little as 1 or 2 visits decrease post-operative care by 29%, or a cost savings to the … Read more

HOW TO AVOID OFFICE INJURIES: THE SLOW BURN, NOT THE FAST FALL

When most people think of injuries, something traumatic or sudden comes to mind. However, in our Physical Therapy practice we see just as many patients with work related conditions as we do from construction sites. Most people do not view their work at their desk and computer as putting the same level of strain on … Read more