Physical Therapy

The frequency of sessions depends on the severity of your condition and your specific treatment plan. Typically, patients attend sessions 1-3 times per week, with adjustments made based on progress and goals.

Patient education is crucial in physical therapy, helping you understand your condition, perform exercises correctly, and adopt healthy habits that support long-term recovery and well-being.

You will need a prescription for Physical Therapy from a Physician to be scheduled for PT. Once you have a prescription, contact the PT department by coming into the department after you see the doctor or call 248-377-8000 ext: 1100 to set up an appointment.

Your first visit will be your initial evaluation. It will last approximately one hour. You will also start treatment on that day, insurance pending. The following therapy appointments will last anywhere from 45-75 minutes on average.

Generally we are open from 6:00 am – 7:30 pm Monday-Thursday and until 6:00 on Friday. We have seasonal hours for Saturday mornings during football season. We do our very best to accommodate each patients schedule.

We send our initial evaluations and progress notes to the physicians for review. If we have any questions about your Physical Therapy, we have direct access to clinical findings including x-rays, physician clinical test results, and operative notes to help determine the most accurate treatment protocol. In addition, we are in direct contact with our physicians daily. We pride ourselves in having a great relationship with each physician understanding his procedures and protocols.

Please dress in exercise clothes if possible. If you have a lower extremity problem, shorts or loose pants that can be rolled up are preferred. If you are a shoulder patient, sleeveless shirts are best. For a spine problem, loose or elastic clothing is preferred. We recommend tennis shoes for all patients.

We have a full bathroom for our patient’s convenience and lockers to secure your personal belongings.

Your first visit will include the initial evaluation where we will review your medical history and evaluate the musculo-skeletol system pertaining to your diagnosis. Depending on your diagnosis and chief complaints, we will take measurements involving Range of Motion, Strength, Flexibility, Balance, Function, Swelling and Posture. We will then establish a treatment program based on the doctors recommendations and our clinical findings. Most treatments require hands on manual therapy, patient education, and therapeutic exercises.

Physical therapy can treat a wide range of conditions, including musculoskeletal injuries (e.g., back pain, sprains), post-surgical recovery, arthritis, sports injuries, and balance issues.

Treatment plans are personalized based on a thorough assessment of the patient’s condition, medical history, and specific goals. The plan includes exercises, manual therapy, and education tailored to the individual’s needs.

Improvement varies depending on the condition and individual factors. Some patients may notice benefits within a few sessions, while others may require several weeks or months of consistent therapy.

Yes, physical therapy can help prevent injuries by improving strength, flexibility, and coordination, and by educating patients on proper movement techniques and ergonomics.

Physical therapy should not be painful, but some discomfort may occur as you work to improve strength and mobility. Your therapist will ensure that exercises are performed safely and within your tolerance levels.

We accept most insurance. We will verify your PT coverage and give you an estimation of your insurance benefits prior to starting your first visit. We always recommend that you contact your insurance to avoid any future questions. Unfortunately, there can be out of pocket expenses not covered by your health care insurance. Consider Physical Therapy is a great investment in your general health and well-being. Now accepting all Blue Cross Blue Shield and Medicare patients in our Physical Therapy department! Please call to schedule an appointment with one of our amazing staff members.