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What do I need to wear for my initial appointment? Should I bring any X-rays and MRI reports with me? What types of treatments do you perform? The first step to successful rehabilitation and recovery is a complete evaluation. The Physical Therapist’s evaluation will include an examination of your muscles, test of your joints, and assessment of your injury or condition. At this time, education about your condition and an initial plan of care will be given. Next comes hands on manual therapy. A Physical Therapist’s hands can mobilize tissue and joints to allow for a speedier, more complete recovery. You can also expect your therapist to prescribe a personalized exercise regime to be done in the clinic and at home. These exercises will help to restore your strength and function. The key to your complete and sustainable recovery is a team approach: the therapist, the assistant and you. Do I always see the same therapist? How long does each session last? How often will I come? Physical Therapy sessions typically last an hour. Treatment plans usually are from 6-12 weeks with periodic re-evaluations and regular follow-up visits with your doctor. Do I need a prescription from my doctor to see you? The State of Texas has Direct Access - a way for you to see a physical therapist for 10 business days without a physician referral; however, you will need to obtain a physician referral to continue past the 10 days. Please be advised that some insurance companies require a phyisican referral and do not recognize Direct Access. There are three things to consider based on your situation. First, you can call for a 15-minute free screening. Your therapist will provide a brief assessment and tell you if Physical Therapy is right for you. At that same time our office staff will let you know if your insurance will cover the treatments. Second, if your health insurance policy requires a referral from your primary care physician for outside services, like Physical Therapy, request that referral prior to treatment to avoid personal responsibility for incurred charges. Third, if you are receiving physician’s care for the same condition, you should request the referral before seeing us. What do I need to bring to my first appointment? Please bring your insurance card, driver’s license, the medical doctor’s referral or prescription, your calendar, and payment for your co-pay or deductible. Please download, complete and bring the intake forms found on this site. They can be time consuming, but they are necessary. Please wear comfortable clothing that allows us to expose the body part we are examining. It is best if you bring shorts if we are examining your back or lower extremities. Finally, we ask that you come fifteen minutes early to so the front desk and your therapist can review your paperwork. Will I have to do anything at home? Absolutely!! One of our primary responsibilities is to teach you what you need to do at home to manage your condition. And not just at home! Think of how much time you spend at work. Exercise works! Your prescribed home exercises are designed to keep you moving forward. Why use ProActive Clinics? ProActive Clinics offers hands on Physical Therapy, and a highly- skilled manual approach to treating painful tissue and joints. Our approach gets our patients moving faster and ensures a more complete, sustainable recovery. Both the owner and our therapists have a passion for getting the BEST RESULTS for the people we serve! In addition, ProActive Clinics offers several convenient locations in Southeast Houston. We are locally owned and take virtually all insurances with few exceptions. What can Physical Therapy do for me? If you hurt, we can help. The expertise of a Physical Therapist can help in many ways. Physical Therapists apply research and proven techniques to help effectively prevent and treat a variety of injuries and chronic conditions. Your therapist will educate you about your condition and teach you how to manage and overcome it. A path to your recovery will be skillfully mapped out. Your Physical Therapist will prescribe exercises that are specific to the nature and severity of your condition. This will help to restore your strength, mobility and relieve pain. Your therapist can help you move forward with your life! |