What to expect when you come to physical therapy.

When someone is referred to physical therapy, its usually because they have had an injury, surgery, or developed a pain or problem that does not go away on it's own. If you have never been to physical therapy before, you may not know what to expect. Maybe you have heard that physical therapists are people who put patients through all kinds of "physical torture" to get them better. That is the farthest thing from the truth. Most people come to physical therapy because they are already hurting, or maybe having difficulty performing daily activities, such as after a stroke, and they just are not able to get back to a normal life.

A physical therapist's job is to help reduce or eliminate your pain and restore function. Our motto is, "helping get people back to work and play faster".

So what should you expect if you have to come for physical therapy at Wake Forest Physical Therapy?

Expect an motivating environment. Expect to see other people going through similar challenging times and conditions. You may just realize that you are not the only one in your situation and that there are people out there to help.

So, how should you be prepare to come to Wake Forest Physical Therapy?

Dress comfortably. If your doctor gave you a referral or prescription for physical therapy, bring it with you. Also, bring your ID and insurance card. You can also print and complete all the necessary forms ahead of time by visiting the "Forms" section of this website. Remember to bring them with you. On your initial visit, expect to be here for approximately an hour to an hour and a half. After you check in, you will be greeted by the physcial therapist that will be the therapist in charge of your care. He or she will evaluate your condition. What does this mean? Your physical therapist may check things like: range of motion, strength, and sensation of the involved area. We may look at how you move, walk or check your balance. The evaluation is a key part. With the findings determined in your initial evaluation, along with the information you have given us, we can develop a treatment plan and goals to get you back on your way to recovery. Each person's treatment program is individualized to their specific needs and problems and your input is very important to us.

So, if you still have questions, visit the "frequently asked questions" part of our website. You may find some additional answers to some of your other questions, or contact us via telephone at 919-570-7080 or via email at info@wakeforestpt.com. We look forward to helping you feel great.