If you have been injured in an accident, or have pain from arthritis or other condition, your doctor may recommend physical therapy (PT). Physical therapists will help relieve your pain and restore movement in your body. If you’ve never seen a physical therapist before, here is an idea of what to expect. Whether
physical therapy is your whole treatment plan or will be part of a plan involving medication or surgery, your physical therapist will discuss your treatment goals and come up with a schedule and plan. Your first visit includes an evaluation by your physical therapist. He or she will review your medical records and any notes from the doctor who referred you. If you have any questions about your diagnosis or how PT may affect your injury, ask now. The evaluation also includes hands-on
examination, with the therapist exploring your range of motion and noting what hurts and how much by your indication. This helps them adjust treatment specifically to your level of pain and mobility, as each patient is different. You will need to show your PT how strong you are. Your first visit will include exercises and gentle resistance to indicate whether there has been any atrophy in the muscles due to an
injury and which muscles and tendons need to be strengthened. You will also be tested for balance. Some injuries, including neurological ones, can affect your balance. This is extremely dangerous as it can cause falls. Physical therapists can treat balance and vertigo issues, helping you restore your equilibrium. If you are having a pre-op visit, the PT will discuss the procedure with you and what you can expect during recovery. He or she can explain which muscles are affected and how
therapy will speed your healing. You will also find out which exercises you can do at home to participate in your recovery and improve treatment outcomes. Physical therapy is an effective treatment for orthopedic and neurological conditions, that can help in a variety of situations. Doctors will prescribe physical therapy to help recover from an injury, for either pre- or post-op strengthening, or for helping to prevent future injury. Patients in the Austin, Texas area can see the certified physical therapists at Endeavor Rehab Center. Call (512) 284-7192 or request an appointment online today. Posted on April 7th, 2022 4/7/22
Cayla Hoof, PT, DPTYour First Physical Therapy AppointmentWhen you arrive at one of our physical therapy clinics, you can expect to be greeted by a beautiful fish tank and the smiling faces of our staff working at the front desk. Our front desk team is there to assist with all the initial paperwork, benefit updates, and further scheduling needs. After completing the initial paperwork, which can also be mailed and completed before your first appointment, you will meet your physical therapist (PT).  Mequon Physical Therapy is one of our 6 off-site clinics. At this time, you’ll discuss the reason that brings you to therapy, including painful areas, tasks/activities that may be difficult to perform, and goals that you would like to achieve while in our care. Your PT will also ask you questions about your medical history and current healthcare needs. Once the therapist has a good understanding of what brings you to therapy, they will conduct a thorough investigation of the body part affected by your condition or injury. Most commonly, this will include an assessment of how you walk, your joint mobility, strength, soft tissue restrictions, flexibility, balance, and functional activities. After determining functional limitations and impairments, your therapist will provide you with proper education on what may be happening with your body. They will also begin to tell you what interventions will help you achieve your goals, such as relieving pain, optimizing your recovery from an injury or surgery, or simply returning to “normal.” Your Personalized Physical ProgramMake an appointment with one of our skilled physical therapists today. Physical therapy interventions can vary from manual treatment, such as massage or joint mobilization, exercise, and different modalities, including the application of a cold or hot pack. A more complete list of our physical therapy services can be found on our website. At OHOW, our PTs work closely with the doctor who has sent you to therapy for your ailment. This could include your primary care physician, internist, or orthopedic surgeon. Each doctor is different and may have a specific protocol (depending on your surgery/injury) or intervention recommended to better your recovery. Your doctor’s recovery recommendations are the starting point for your personalized plan for your physical therapy treatment. Your personalized physical therapy plan will commonly include therapeutic exercise to build your strength, flexibility, and endurance. To minimize your pain and swelling, your physical therapy team will apply their expert problem-solving skills to find what works best for you. Before you leave your first session, your physical therapist will ensure that you understand your new exercises and give pictures to complete them at home on your own. Each following session is geared towards your specific needs and your recovery. Typically, a session will start with discussing how things are going and how your body is feeling. Next, your physical therapist will check in on how your home exercise program is working. They may add new exercises or try a new manual technique throughout the treatment sessions. On average, each session lasts about 45 minutes. Plan to attend therapy about two times per week for four to six weeks and to work one-on-one with your therapist for the entire time. Along the path to recovery, you and your therapist will work together to monitor your progress and goals – and to optimize your recovery. Make an appointment with one of our talented physical therapists today. To take a virtual tour of one of our physical therapy clinics, visit our YouTube channel. What do you wear to a PT appointment?Wear Loose-Fitting Clothing
Loose-fitting tank tops, long-sleeve or short-sleeve shirts, etc. make physical therapy appointments easier for both you and your physical therapist. You want to be able to move the clothing around without any discomfort.
Does physical therapy hurt at first?Will It Hurt? Physical therapy shouldn't hurt, and it will be safe. But because you'll use parts of your body that are injured or have chronic pain, physical therapy can be challenging, even hard. For example, you may feel sore after stretching or deep tissue massage.
How long does physical therapy take for one session?Apart from the frequency, each session may last between 30 and 60 minutes in length. While two to three visits in a week may appear to be too much, especially if you have just sustained an injury or undergone surgery, it is important to understand why regular visits are necessary.
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What to expect at first physical therapy appointment
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