Frequently Asked Questions

Physical therapy is often misunderstood as a specific treatment or modality. Many people think it involves a combination of massage, exercises, taping or cupping, and finishing with a hot or ice pack. Many insurance-based clinics operate this way to handle a high patient volume, resulting in a hands-off approach. While you might spend an hour or more at the clinic, your actual time with other physical therapist is often just 15-30 minutes. However, when you look at what the provider is billing your insurance, you'll notice they are charging for more time than you spent with the therapist. We're here to change that perception and redefine the role of physical therapy for you. Physical therapy, or physiotherapy as it's known worldwide, is not a mere service but a healthcare discipline specializing in the rehabilitation of the neuromusculoskeletal system. A physical therapist (PT) is highly trained in movement science to examine, evaluate, and treat individuals who are injured, looking to reduce their risk of injury, or seeking to improve their functional capacity. Each PT may have a different approach, but they should use their clinical judgment to create an individualized treatment plan tailored to your specific impairments and limitations. This shouldn't resemble a factory of patients lying on tables with ice packs; instead, it should foster a healthy relationship where providers offer their best care, and patients are satisfied and improving! For triathletes and swimmers, you want a provider who understands your sport, the training capacity you are required to perform, and the physical, mental and emotional demands that are required for performance optimization. As our patient, you will receive in-depth technique analyses of your stroke as well as a holistic approach to your health and performance.