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If I Want To Continue With Physical Therapy Sessions After My Pain Is Gone, Can I Do So?

Yes, once you have completed your therapy sessions, your Doctor of Physical Therapy will provide you with an at-home continuing therapy program. We can work with you on determining if equipment may be beneficial, and what exercises would be helpful in your continued recovery.

When Will I Notice Pain Relief?

Each patient’s diagnosis is different, so together with your referring physician, our Doctor of Physical Therapy will develop a plan of care that is right for you.

Your plan of care and number of visits will be determined during your first visit and explained to you by our Doctor of Physical Therapy.

Does Physical Therapy Hurt?

Physical therapy is not meant to hurt, but to relieve pain! There is a chance, however, as you restore your mobility that your pain levels will fluctuate. Good communication with our Doctor of Physical Therapy will help minimize any discomfort. Like you, we also want you on your way to full pain relief and back to normal activities as soon as possible.

You might experience some temporary soreness from using muscles that are weakened or recovering.

What Will My Treatments Look Like?

With physical therapy, it is important to know that the overall goal is to restore pain-free mobility and function and to prevent an injury or pain from recurring. Our Doctors of Physical Therapy evaluate your movement patterns, identify the cause of your pain, and work to manage or eliminate it.

Physical therapy is a medical, hands-on approach to relieving pain and restoring function. While every patient’s condition and pain are unique, our Doctor of Physical Therapy will use a variety of gentle hands-on techniques, exercises, and equipment to relieve pain quickly and restore your function to optimum levels.

How Long Should I Plan On My Physical Therapy Appointment Lasting?

Although all patients are different, typically, the first session lasts for 1 hour 15 minutes. Each session after that may be 45-60 minutes.

The amount of time will be based on your specific needs, and our Doctor of Physical Therapy will discuss this with you. You will most likely see your Doctor of Physical Therapy once or twice per week, to begin with, and as you progress through treatment, your sessions will be more spread out.

What If You Don’t Accept My Insurance/I Don’t Have Insurance?

For patients who do not have insurance, we offer a self-pay rate, due at the time of service.

Insurance Information

In most cases, insurance will cover a good portion, if not all, of your treatment costs. We understand navigating insurance can be confusing, so Harter Physical Therapy will be happy to assist in contacting your insurance company and determining your coverage based on your policy.

For more information, visit our insurance plan page, and please do not hesitate to contact our physical therapy office. We do offer different payment options for your convenience.

How Do I Pay For Treatment?

We accept cash, check, debit card, and credit card. We are happy to discuss payment plan options as well. It is our policy that payment is made at the time of service.

Your insurance benefits will be determined before your first visit, and you will be informed of what, if any, payment is necessary on your appointment date.

Can I Find Pain Relief With Physical Therapy?

You sure can! Everyone can benefit from physical therapy. By working with you and your doctor, we can discuss your options and help determine if physical therapy will be the right choice for you. Call us today at (316) 550-6132 to discuss your current condition or click here to request an appointment now.

How Should I Prepare For My First Appointment?

Please have your prescription (if applicable) and insurance card handy when you call to book your first appointment. This will enable us to confirm your insurance benefits and provide you with an estimate of coverage.

To bring/keep in mind on your first visit:

• Please arrive 20 minutes early to complete any remaining paperwork, so you can maximize your time in your evaluation.
• Please wear comfortable clothing that allows easy access to your problem areas.