Rehabilitation and Sports Therapy

Physical and Occupational Therapy services are available at our Downtown, Longwood, Sandlake, and Oviedo offices. Our rehabilitation clinics are equipped to manage all orthopaedic conditions and are staffed with licensed professionals to provide the highest quality of patient care. Our therapy offices are conveniently located within the clinic locations. Therefore we are able to provide our patients with continuity of care - physician, therapist, and patient communication.

Locations and Hours of Operation: 

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Physical and Occupational Therapy Information:

Goal of rehabilitation:
Physical or Occupational therapy may be ordered by one of our orthopaedic surgeons as part of your continued care. The goal of therapy is to restore a patient back to their previous function. A patient may need therapy to regain the ability to walk or do activities of daily living. Some patients need skilled therapy to get back work or their favorite recreational activities. Some patients need specialized strengthening and agility training to return to sports. Each treatment program is tailored to meet the specific goals of our patients.

What to expect at therapy:
Initially, you will be evaluated by a physical therapist or occupational therapist to identify specific limitations and problems. This will allow us to establish goals and individualize your plan of care. Your therapist will explain the required treatment and expected outcomes along with what your therapy sessions will entail.

The evaluation and subsequent treatments may include a wide variety of therapeutic interventions.  For example, modalities such as: ultrasound, electrical stimulation, hot/cold therapy, paraffin, iontophoriesis, and traction are used to treat pain, swelling and tissue dysfunction. Manual techniques such as soft tissue mobilization, joint mobilization and passive range of motion are used to treat pain, range of motion deficits, and musculoskeletal problems. Therapeutic exercise and activities work on strength, balance, agility and coordination to restore optimal function.   

Length of Therapy Sessions:
You can expect your average physical therapy session to last from 45 to 90 minutes depending on the complexity of your diagnosis and therapy intervention.

Proper Clothing for Physical Therapy:
Comfortable, loose fitting clothes are appropriate.  Athletic shoes are recommended. 

Insurance Coverage:
Most insurance companies cover physical therapy services in full or after deductibles and co-pays are met.  As a courtesy, we will call your insurance company to verify your benefits or obtain authorization prior to your therapy evaluation.  We also work directly with patients who need special payment arrangements.  If you have any questions, please call our rehabilitation department.