What is a Physical Therapist and what do they do?
Physical therapist are highly trained, licensed and degreed healthcare professionals that help patients reduce muscle and joint pain; and help to restore mobility, function and range of motion through specific treatment plans. Physical therapist treat all areas and joints of the body including, neck, back, shoulders, knees, hips wrist, ankles and elbows
1. Pain Relief Without Medication
Physical therapists help reduce or eliminate pain using targeted exercises, manual therapy, and modalities—often avoiding the need for pain medications or invasive procedures.
2. Recovery After Injury
Whether it’s a sprain, strain, fracture, or sports injury, PT restores strength, movement, and function so people can return to daily activities safely.
3. Post-Surgery Rehabilitation
After surgeries like joint replacements, rotator cuff repair, or spinal procedures, PT is essential for regaining mobility, strength, and independence.
4. Prevention of Future Injuries
PT identifies movement dysfunctions, muscle imbalances, or mobility limits and then corrects them to reduce the risk of re-injury.
5. Improved Mobility and Flexibility
Physical therapy helps people move better—whether they struggle with walking, bending, balance, or general stiffness.
6. Management of Chronic Conditions
7. Better Balance & Fall Prevention
Therapists assess balance issues and build strength and stability to reduce fall risks, especially important for older adults.
8. Improved Posture and Body Mechanics
PT helps correct poor posture, movement patterns, and ergonomic issues that cause pain or limit physical performance.
9. Enhanced Athletic Performance
Physical therapists create personalized strength and conditioning programs to optimize performance and reduce injury risk for athletes.
10. Restoring Independence
From getting dressed to walking up stairs to returning to work, PT helps people regain the ability to perform everyday activities.
11. Managing Age-Related Issues
As people age, PT helps with joint pain, osteoporosis, balance issues, and reduced mobility—keeping individuals active and safe.
Your first visit is considered an evaluation. During your evaluation our physical therapist will discuss and review your . . . .
Afterwards our physical therapist will conduct a physical assessment/evaluation which may consist of:
Come dress in light clothing if possible. The area/joint being treated should be assessable. So if your shoulder is being treated wear a tank top or t-shirt. If knees, try to wear shorts. under your pants.
Yes. We are in-network with IBX
If you are under CBH's IBX EPO/PPO health insurance plan your co-pay will be $15 per session.
Complete the our secure online Physical Therapy Interest Form. Once you complete someone from our office will call you to verify your benefits and schedule your initial evaluation.
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