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Lymphatic drainage
Q: What should I wear for physical therapy treatment?
A: You should wear comfortable workout clothes and shoes that you will be able to move freely in. It is important that you wear loose-fitting clothing to enable the therapist to examine and treat the injured area. Please bring shorts if you have a lower extremity injury or a spine condition. Bring or wear any sport- or work-specific shoes.
Lateral epicondylitis
Shoulder Injuries
rotator cuff strain, Impingement Syndrome, separations, dislocations/fractures, total shoulder replacements, "frozen" shoulders, post surgical procedures, biceps tendonitis and ruptures.
Lumbar
Neck Pain
herniated discs, headaches, whiplash, cervical fusions, spondylolysis, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.
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Q: Do I get to choose my physical therapist?
A: Yes! You have the right. Just as you would choose your doctor, based on word-of-mouth from friends or family, you can choose your physical therapist. Once decided on West Physical Therapy, PC, it is your option to select your personal physical therapist from any of those in our group. The therapist you choose will manage the great majority of your care. Your therapist will meet with you and direct you in your care and determine if other practitioner's input may also assist you in your healing.
weight training
Q: Am I eligible for physical therapy?
A: Anyone is eligible for physical therapy and can benefit from it. Physical therapy is typically covered by insurance. We are in-network providers with Medicare, Blue Cross Blue Shield and other insurance plans. As a service to you, before your first visit, we will verify your insurance benefits and will get a quote for you. Although this information is obtained from your insurance company, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Personal training
Q: Will I hurt after therapy?
A: Most patients feel better after therapy; however, with some conditions some discomfort may be felt. This discomfort is usually short lasting and can be relieved with ice or rest. Any discomfort or concern can be discussed immediately with your therapist by phone and should be, at least, discussed at your next visit with your physical therapist.
Therapy
Hip Problems
total hip replacements, fractures, strains/sprains, Piriformis Syndrome, bursitis.
Cervical
Neurologic Conditions
Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease
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Knee Problems
osteoarthritis, cartilage tears, anterior/posterior cruciate reconstructions (ACL/PCL), arthroscopic procedures, collateral ligament sprains, Patellar Femoral Pain Syndrome, patellar subluxations/dislocations, Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITB), total knee replacements, Osgood-Schlatters, patellar tendonitis.
Lateral epicondylitis
Sprain
swiss ball
Q: What do physical therapists do?
A: Physical therapists provide health care services to individuals who have impairments, functional limitations, disabilities or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease or other causes. Physical therapists assist people in attaining their physical goals and controlling symptoms. Physical therapists are professionally educated at the college or university level and are required to be licensed in the state in which they practice.
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