Do I need a prescription for physical therapy? What kinds of services and treatments can I expect? What should I expect to take place on my first visit? What should I bring to my first visit? What time should I arrive for my first visit? How long is each session? Where does the treatment take place? Will I see the same physical therapist each visit? Are all your therapists licensed? What insurance do you accept? What are your office hours?
	DO I NEED A PRESCRIPTION FOR PHYSICAL THERAPY? Thanks to recent direct access legislation passed in New York, we can treat you immediately without a prescription or referral from a physician. You are entitled to 10 visits or a 30-day period of treatment, whichever occurs first. If further treatment is needed, then a referral from a physician is necessary. Also, some insurance companies may require a prescription for reimbursement of services. When we verify your insurance coverage, we will check with your provider to find out if a prescription is necessary and let you know. Top of Page
	WHAT KINDS OF SERVICES AND TREATMENTS CAN I EXPECT? A physical therapist will take your health history, observe your posture and movement, and evaluate problem areas. Treatment may include, but is not limited to the following: manual therapy cold laser therapy active release technique (ART) therapeutic exercise application of therapeutic techniques such as ultrasound and electrical stimulation, moist heat and ice training for activities of daily living individualized home exercise program core strengthening patient education Top of Page

	WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT TO TAKE PLACE ON MY FIRST VISIT? An initial evaluation will be performed by a Physical Therapist and lasts approximately 1 hour. A thorough review of your medical history leading up to the injury will be discussed. The therapist will then assess your posture, joint mobility, range of motion, strength, muscle integrity and flexibility. After your evaluation is completed, some portion of the treatment plan will be started on your first visit. There is always ample time to answer any questions you may have regarding your condition. At the end of your visit, you will be asked to schedule follow-up appointments based on your needs and availability. Top of Page

	Top of Page	WHAT SHOULD I BRING TO MY FIRST VISIT? It depends on the nature of your injury, however, we suggest that you bring comfortable workout attire, including sneakers. Shorts are recommended for knee, ankle, or foot conditions. Women should wear a sports bra for neck or shoulder conditions. We also provide t-shirts, shorts and medical gowns to allow exposure to the neck or low back. You should also bring your prescription from your physician and your insurance card/information.
	WHAT TIME SHOULD I ARRIVE FOR MY FIRST VISIT? We recommended that you arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment in order to complete all the necessary paperwork. If you would like to fill out the paperwork before you arrive, please click here to download the forms. Top of Page
	HOW LONG IS EACH SESSION? Again, it depends on the nature of your treatment, but a typical session may run for approximately 1 hour. Top of Page

	WHERE DOES THE TREATMENT TAKE PLACE? We provide private treatment rooms and space on our exercise floor. Top of Page WILL I SEE THE SAME PHYSICAL THERAPIST EACH VISIT? Yes. The primary physical therapist that performs the initial evaluation will see you every visit. Physical therapy aides may assist the physical therapist with administering exercise programs to help you reach your treatment goals. Top of Page
	ARE ALL YOUR THERAPISTS LICENSED? All our physical therapists and massage therapists are licensed by New York State. Top of Page
	WHAT INSURANCE DO YOU ACCEPT? We work with most major medical insurance providers. Please see our insurance page for details. Top of Page
	WHAT ARE YOUR OFFICE HOURS? Monday - Friday, 8am-8pm. Saturday appointments are also available. Top of Page