FAQ’s

Yes, if an individual's dizziness is coming from an inner ear problem. Your physical therapist is able to do a few simple procedures to help decrease or in many cases eliminate the dizziness.

Yes, we utilize the McKenzie Method to determine which movement/exercise will help decrease symptoms.  We also use several manual techniques including Traction and Functional Dry Needling.  All with the end goal of you being pain-free!

During your first visit, your physical therapist will perform an initial evaluation and set up a plan of care.  The therapist will use the information gathered to set up your goals for therapy.  Before leaving you and your therapist will decide on your frequency and duration for therapy. You will then schedule your future visits with the front desk staff.

No, Oklahoma is a direct access state. Therefore a physician’s order is not needed to begin physical therapy. If physical therapy is required after 30 days a note will be sent to your primary physician informing your physician of your physical therapy needs and request to continue.  Some insurance companies require a physician’s referral and or signed plan of care in these cases our office staff will send a plan of care to be signed by your primary physician after your initial evaluation.

Yes, most major insurance companies and Medicare have physical therapy benefits.  However, each Insurance plan has its own coverage and benefits for physical therapy.  Most generally you will have a copay or coinsurance as well as deductible obligations.  

On your first appointment, you will need to bring your physician referral (if you have one), insurance card or cards, method of payment for copay/coinsurance or deductible if applicable, If desired a change of clothing. 

Physical therapy typically involves exercise and active range of motion activities as well as modalities that require gels or cream applications.  It is best to wear comfortable clothes that allow therapist easy access to the area of treatment. Comfortable and stable footwear is also important.

Treatments are individualized but typically sessions last from 30 minutes to 1 hour.

The number of visits will be dependent on several things: 

• Your diagnosis
• The severity of your impairments
• Your past medical history
• Your goals

Treatments could range from 1 visit to several depending on your individual needs and desired outcome.

Your initial visit will be with the lead Physical Therapist.  The following visits will be in combination with your Physical Therapist and/or Physical Therapist Assistant.