First Visit Expectations
1. In order to receive physical therapy, you need to obtain a prescription from a health care provider.
This provider may also suggest a specific rehabilitation company or provide you with a list of physical therapists in your area. In some cases, your insurance company will guide you to the "in network" providers that are included in your insurance plan. But the final decision as to where you receive rehabilitation care is up to you.
Be sure to let your health care provider or insurance company know that the Advanced Wellness Centre is your first choice when it comes to rehabilitation. We participate in many insurance plans; however, if we are not in your network, look into whether your plan has out-of-network benefits that will allow you to receive our first-rate services with some level of benefit.
Physical therapy is valuable in the treatment of many diagnoses, so it's always a good idea to ask your health care provider to prescribe physical therapy before other methods such as prescription medication. If you are unsure whether or not physical therapy can help you, contact a representative or physical therapist at the Advanced Wellness Centre as we are always happy to answer any further questions or concerns you may have.
2. Please download, print out, and complete our New Patient Form and bring it with you to your first visit.
3. Wear comfortable clothing.
The physical therapist will need to expose and examine the body part (knee, shoulder, back, etc.) you are being seen for. Please wear appropriate clothing that will allow this. For all visits, wear comfortable, loose fitting clothing suitable for exercise.
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