Will my insurance pay for treatment. What would I have to pay each visit?

Most insurance plans cover outpatient therapy. Usually, there is a deductible and/or a co-payment for each visit.  We do not collect the co-payments at the time of your visit, they are billed to you by your insurance company.

Do I need to be referred by my doctor?

All treatment, except for the Back to Golf program, requires a physician referral.

What information do I need to bring with me to my first visit?

On your initial visit, please bring doctors orders for physical therapy, any applicable insurance referrals or referral numbers, your insurance card, and any other appropriate billing information.

What should I wear?

All exams are private. Loose-fitting, comfortable clothing is recommended. You may want to wear or bring shorts if we are treating an ankle or knee.

How long is each visit?

The first visit, the initial evaluation, takes about one hour. Each follow-up visit will take about 30 to 45 minutes.

What should I expect during my initial visit?

To initiate a program of therapy, the therapist examines the patient. This includes obtaining a patient history, performing relevant systems reviews, and selecting and administering specific tests and measurements to obtain data.

In addition to the evaluation, what else will be involved in my treatment?

Therapists may use one or a combination of the following interventions to achieve treatment goals:

• Therapeutic exercises (including aerobic conditioning)
• Functional training in self care and home management
• Manual therapy techniques (soft tissue and joint mobilization)
• Physical agents, mechanical and/or thermal modalities
• Electrotherapeutic modalities
• Educational and/or application of assistive, adaptive, and protective devices and equipment

How many times a week and for how many weeks will I have to come?

Frequency and duration of treatment will be determined by your physician or after the initial evaluation by your therapist. The typical frequency is 2-3 times per week.

What is a physical therapist?

Physical Therapists are licensed health care professionals who are experts in musculoskeletal dysfunctions.  Therapists are trained to analyze movement and identify abnormal mechanics.  From this assessment, a physical therapist will treat a dysfunction with manual skills. That will accelerate the recovery process. 

What is an occupational therapist?

The occupational therapist is a trained and licensed health care professional who can make a complete evaluation of the impact of the disease on the activities of the patient at home and in work situations. The therapist also considers hobbies and recreational activities when making their assessment.

What is a physical therapist assistant?

Physical therapist assistants, or PTAs, are skilled health care providers who work under the supervision of physical therapists. Duties of the PTA include assisting the physical therapist in implementing treatment programs, training patients in exercises and activities of daily living, conducting treatments, and reporting to the physical therapist on the patient responses. In addition to direct patient care, the physical therapist assistant may also perform such functions as patient transport, and clinic or equipment preparation and maintenance.

Do you provide any special services for women?

Physical therapy can be effective treatment for pre natal / post partum pain and dysfunction, post gynecological surgery, incontinenece / pelvic floor weakness and pelvic pain.  Therapy for these conditions often consists of strengthening exercises and muscle stimulation.  Joyner Therapy Clinics have specialized therapist and specific equipment to provide these treatments.  For more information or to schedule an appointment please contact us 

How will I handle my problem at home?

Your therapy program will include a home program to be carried out independently. Our Therapists use patient-related instruction to educate not only the patient but also families and other care givers when necessary, about the patient's current condition, treatment plan, and future transition to home, work, or community roles.