Direct Access means it’s your move! As a patient, you have the opportunity to seek the care that you need, now. Direct Access to physical therapy means that you can receive an evaluation and treatment from a Physical Therapist without a physician’s referral or prescription.
What does Direct Access to physical therapy mean for you?
- Immediate evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for your musculoskeletal pain, discomfort or injury by your Physical Therapist without the unnecessary delay caused by visiting another healthcare professional.
- Immediate consultation with your Physical Therapist to determine if therapy is needed or if further examination by another healthcare professional is recommended.
- Quicker return to work, play, and living due to receiving treatment without delay.
- Freedom to choose a Physical Therapist as you would your MD, DO, Chiropractor, Dentist, or another healthcare professional.
- Continuity of care as you return to your Physical Therapist of choice for all your musculoskeletal needs including general wellness, relief from injury and injury prevention.
What injuries/concerns can your Physical Therapist treat?
- Headaches, neck and back pain
- Joint pain (shoulder, knee, hip, foot, ankle)
- Any injury due to a fall or trauma
- Poor posture
- Jaw pain/TMJD
- Rheumatoid and Osteoarthritis
- Osteoporosis
- Premature aging and decreased muscle tone
- Urinary incontinence/pelvic pain
- Decreased ability to walk
- Decreased mobility or range of motion
- Poor balance/fear of falling
- Chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia
- Pain/decreased mobility/decreased strength due to obesity
- Fatigue/poor endurance due to pulmonary dysfunction
- Poor endurance due t
o cancer and related treatments
Does insurance pay for Direct Access physical therapy?
Most third-party insurance companies will cover your Direct Access physical therapy visits. Our team will check your benefits and explain your coverage during your evaluation visit.
