Below
are some questions that we are commonly asked. If
your question is not answered here, please feel free
to contact us.
Where are you located?
We are located on the SE corner of Broadway and the
Loop 101/Price Road. See
map.
What is “functional” physical therapy and
"sports conditioning/training"?
“Function” is simply a way to align our biomechanical
evaluation and treatment methods to the specific demands
that are being placed on your body. The demands for
an elite swimmer are much different than a baseball
player and the demands on a computer software engineer
are vastly different than a construction worker, so
the plan of care for each person should be individually
prescribed and not based on a set “protocol” simply
dictated by your diagnosis or symptom presentation.
More about training & conditioning
and physical therapy.
What are Orthotics?
The biomechanical orthotic
is a device which is custom made from a cast of your
foot. The device is an insert, which is placed in
your shoes and alters the position and motion of your
feet when you stand and walk. Special angles or “posts”
are often placed in the front and back of the device
to help control abnormal motion and encourage normal
motion.
The key to the function of the device is how well
we design the shape and angle of the “posts”. In some
cases, we can use the device to normalize the function
of your knees, hips, or low back. Since all the joints
of the lower limbs work together during walking, squatting,
and running, we call this relationship a CHAIN REACTION.
Our goal is to use the orthotic to help improve the
function of the “chain reaction”.
We have three options:
Our therapists can help to determine what type of
orthotic will best meet your needs as well as recommend
the most appropriate shoe through a referral to a
well respected shoe store. See
more information on orthotics.
How
important is doing a “home exercise program” with
concurrently attending physical therapy sessions?
It is very important and is the essence of the service
we provide. Our main intention is to equip our patients
with the necessary “tools” and “knowledge” to avoid
further visits to us. To assist you, we provide pictures
or video of the most appropriate program for you.
“My insurance has strict limits on how many
physical therapy visits I’m allowed each year, so
what types of options do I have when my insurance
benefits are maxed?”
A large percentage of our practice is performed on
a “cash pay” basis and we will work with you specifically
by providing a thorough “home exercise program” with
appropriate “upgrades” to allow you to do much of
the work on your own. See
more information on insurance.
