Physical Therapy Patient Education
At your first appointment, your Physical Therapist will perform a thorough evaluation and develop a personalized rehabilitation treatment program with you that may include Patient Education.
What is Patient Education?
Patient education includes providing information about your condition and treatment options and identifying and modifying any factors or activities causing your pain. Instructing you in home pain/swelling management and a home exercise program will help you maintain gains in motion and strength.
Benefits of Patient Education:
- Improved understanding of medical condition and impairments
- Better patient understanding of how to manage self-care
- Increased adherence and compliance with recommended treatment plan
- Patients more likely to have fewer complications
- Patients provided the information they need for informed consent
What Is the First Step?
Start By Scheduling an Evaluation Appointment.
Don't Wait - Get Started Right Now!
Clinical research shows that the sooner you get started with active rehabilitation, the less likely you will need unnecessary tests, medications, or surgery.
At your evaluation appointment, you will meet with a physical therapist who will perform a thorough evaluation that includes:
- A review of your health history and your specific symptoms.
- A thorough examination that includes assessing the quality and quantity of your movements, and any factors that might put you at risk for delayed recovery or might indicate a serious health problem.
- Assessment of how you use your body at work, at home, during sports, and at leisure.
- Determination of the diagnosis and impairments that are causing your pain and establishment of a treatment plan of care.
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What Our Clients Say
Went here for right leg pain with calf spasms. Maggie Parker and her team did a great job. From the moment I walked in the door till I left, I felt welcomed. They heled with my needs and concerns, Gave me a verity of things I can continue to do at home. They always had a smile and an encouraging word. I have and will continue to recommend this group for any Physical Therapy needs. Went to the Waynesville location after knee surgery. Julie is a phenomenal physical therapist. I appreciate all the time she took with me, starting from the initial exam. I went from a bending range of 67 degrees to 130 degrees in 9 weeks, 15 visits . Of course, I was a good patient, and did do my exercises at home. While some of the exercises did get boring after a while, having Julie measure my progress every week made it all worth while. I appreciate the personal attention I was given, even while there were other patients there. Christina, Physical Therapy Assistant, was great also. Both were very friendly, made the visits pleasant, we had some great chats. Kelly, at the front desk, always greeted everyone cheerfully! I would highly recommend working with Julie!