1. Paperwork

To better get to know you, your history, your pain, and your problem, there are forms we will have you fill out. Insurance requires forms that you will have to fill out for the duration of your treatment to show your progression. Our team will also review your insurance benefits with you at your first appointment, so there shouldn’t be any surprises.

2. Find the Root Cause of your Pain

Your Physical Therapist will determine the root cause of your pain. For example, some patients come in with shoulder pain, but the pain is actually stemming from the neck. We want to be sure we are treating the underlying cause to help alleviate your pain and get you on your path to healing!

3. Measurements

Depending on your injury or disorder depends on how they will take measurements. There are a variety of measurements, but the most common are strength and range of motion. These numbers help us gauge your starting point and see the progression from there.

4. Goals

During your initial evaluation, we want to hear your goals to know what we are working towards. Our team also sets some goals, but your goals are important to us too!

5. Discuss the Value of Therapy

To reach your maximum level of improvement, it’s important that you attend all the appointments your doctor prescribed unless your therapist agrees that you are discharged from therapy. When you miss an appointment, it is important to reschedule it within the week to follow your prescription, just like with any medication. Your Physical Therapist will also give you exercises to complete at home, walk you through how to complete them, and give you the tools to succeed!

6. Become Part of the Premier Family

You are officially part of the Premier Family. Our Front Desk Coordinator will give you a folder with some helpful information and a Premier Physical Therapy shirt that will get you entered into our weekly drawing for a $20 gift card!