Your First Visit
Your First Appointment: What to Expect and How to Prepare
We’re dedicated to making your first appointment seamless and focused on helping you recover so you can get back to the things you love.
Scheduling your first appointment is the first step toward recovery, and we’re excited to support you every step of the way.
Our specialized Physical Therapist is excited to meet you and create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your unique needs and goals, ensuring we address your pain effectively.
Your First Appointment:
Here’s how to make your first visit as smooth as possible:
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Your physical therapist will contact you to schedule a time window for when they expect to arrive at your home.
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Save time by completing your new patient paperwork online before your your therapist arrives, ensuring a quicker and more efficient check-in process.
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Your first appointment will take about an hour, giving us the time to thoroughly understand your needs and start building your recovery plan.
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Wear comfortable clothing that allows for easy movement so you can fully engage in any assessments or exercises.
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Prepare a list of medications for documentation and any braces, crutches, or splints you may need during the evaluation.
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What should you expect at your first physical therapy visit?During your first visit, your therapist will discuss your symptoms, injury, health history, and recovery goals. A thorough evaluation will assess posture, muscle strength, flexibility, joint mobility, and soft tissue health. Based on the results, your therapist will create a personalized treatment plan and at-home exercise program, guiding you through each exercise to ensure proper technique.
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What do I need to wear for my initial appointment?Wear comfy, loose-fitting clothes and a pair of rubber-soled sneakers—something that lets you move around easily and comfortably!
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Should I bring any X-rays and MRI reports with me?Yes! Please bring any X-rays, MRI reports, or medical records to your first visit for a more accurate evaluation. Also, bring your therapy prescription, if you have one, and be ready to complete some basic paperwork.
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Who do I contact for billing and insurance questions?Feel free to reach out to us at 646-727-0420 or via email at InspireCorePT@gmail.com —one of our dedicated billing specialists will be happy to assist you.