Many people are unsure about how Physical Therapy works, and how often they need to both see a Physical Therapist and perform their at-home exercise program. People often want to know 'do I have to do this every day?' So here's what you need to...
As busy as you are every day, it's hard to put yourself first - which is why many of us suffer with health problems and chronic pain, old injury, and new injuries we try to treat at home using ice and internet searches. It's also...
As you begin to tackle projects and goals of the new year, one of those might be improving your health. For those who want to seek the expert care of a physical therapist, but have put it off expecting to need an appointment and referral...
There's nothing worse than the fear, pain, and uncertainty after injury. Many people turn to friends, family, and (of course) the all-knowing internet for answers; however, this often brings more questions than answers and causes more anxiety. Unless you're well-versed in anatomical knowledge, are you...
What Do Physical Therapists Do? You may have a vague idea of what physical therapists do, and if you've never been to see a PT it could be confusing. We tell you what physical therapists at Body One do, how they help patients, and why you...
If you've never heard of direct access, it might not be exciting (at first) but it's actually a really big deal that is about to get better! Essentially, direct access means that you have the ability to see a physical therapist for a set number...
Recently, APTA (American Physical Therapy Association) published news about a small study which showed that patients who saw a physical therapist first for primary assessment (instead of a general physician) did as well, or better, in terms of measurable recovery. Although the study, conducted in...
Many people view the physical therapist as the end point in a journey that involves their regular doctor, maybe a specialist, even a surgeon, and referrals. Sure, it can work that way. On the other hand, your physical therapist can also be the starting gate...
Did you know that you don't have to wait to see a physical therapist? Many people mistakenly believe that they first have to see a doctor, i.e., a family practitioner or orthopedic specialist, before visiting a physical therapist. In fact, thanks to direct access, you're...
Many people have misconceptions about physical therapy, and that's okay – until it's important that you receive PT and then it's necessary for you to know the basics. For you, maybe that time is now and you've been putting off making an appointment because you're...
