Moose Lake: (218) 485-2020, Cromwell: (218) 644-0910

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Moose Lake: (218) 485-2020, Cromwell: (218) 644-0910


  • Home
  • Meet Our Team
  • Physical Therapy Services
  • Massage Therapy
  • Contact Us
  • Paperwork
    • New patient paperwork
  • Online Bill Pay
  • Events
  • Blog
  • Functional Dry Needling
    • Dry Needling

What To Expect On Your First Visit

Below we have outlined a general idea of what to expect on your first visit. However, each visit is individualized to each patient/client and may vary based on your specific needs. 

Scheduling your PT Evaluation

  • Typically, once we receive a referral from your doctor, we will call you to set up your initial visit. 
  • No referral? No problem! A referral is not always needed (Minnesota has Direct Access to Physical Therapy). If you would like to schedule an appointment, please give us a call! (218) 485-2020. 
  • Some insurances do require a referral, and we are happy to help you obtain that if needed when you call! 
  • If you have been referred to a different PT clinic, but would like do your therapy with us, we can also help with this process. It is always your choice where you go to Physical Therapy! 

Being Prepared for Your First Visit

  • You will need to bring your photo ID, current health insurance cards. 
  • If you are collaborating with Workers Compensation or Auto Insurance, please bring that information along also. 
  • Dress in clothing that is easy to move around in and wear appropriate shoes.  
  • If you use an assistive device, please bring it along. 

Physical Therapy Evaluation

Your Initial evaluation with the physical therapist will last about 1 hour. You will have the opportunity to talk with your PT about your symptoms, diagnosis, your health history and how your symptoms interfere with your daily life, work and recreational activities. Then, your PT will examine your physical function by looking at your mobility, strength, and may perform different movement tests to look at the function of different muscles, ligaments, joints, nerves, and more. Based on this information, your PT will make an assessment and discuss the findings with you. Together, you will develop goals and a treatment plan that is individualized for you. The remainder of your appointment will be spent on "PT treatment" which may mean helping to reduce pain, teach exercises, or use a variety of modalities and/or manual therapy (hands on treatment). 

Moving Forward

Once you determine a plan, you will schedule follow up visits. Follow up visits are typically 30-40 mins 1-2x per week for 4-12 weeks depending on your diagnosis. As you progress, some people attend therapy less often as they become more independent in their home exercise program. 

Physical Therapy can help...

Spine

Improved Function

Upper Body

Neck/Back Pain

Nerve Pain /Radiculopathy

Sciatica/ Piriformis syndrome 

Pre/Post surgical rehab 

Scoliosis 

Spinal Stenosis

SIJ dysfunction

Degenerative Disc Disease 

Headaches 

Core stability/strengthening 

Muscle Spasms 

And MORE


Upper Body

Improved Function

Upper Body

Pain in the neck, shoulders, elbows, wrist/hand. 

Tennis elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome 

Rotator cuff injury

Shoulder Impingement 

Frozen Shoulder 

Thoracic outlet syndrome 

Pre/Post Surgical rehab 

Other Fractures, Sprains, Strains, Tendonitis, Bursitis, and MORE


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Improved Function

Improved Function

Improved Function

Balance and falls 

Vertigo/Dizziness

General Strength/Conditioning 

Walking/Gait training

Difficulty due to arthritis 

Return to sport

Management of chronic pain 

Diabetes 

Fibromyalgia 

Cardiovascular health 

And MORE

Neurological

Women's Health/Pelvic Health

Improved Function

Impairments following a stroke

Nerve Pain/Chronic pain 

Concussion Rehab

TBI

Impairments due to neurological conditions (Parkinson's Disease, CP, MS, etc.) 

And MORE


Lower Body

Women's Health/Pelvic Health

Women's Health/Pelvic Health

Pain in the pelvis, hips, knees, ankles/feet. 

Balance and falls 

Total Knee/Total Hip joint replacements 

Ligament Injuries (ACL, MLC, etc.) 

Plantar Fasciitis 

Patellofemoral pain (PFP) 

Ankle sprains

ITB syndrome 

Amputation rehab 

Other Fractures, Sprains, Strains

Tendonitis, Busitis, and MORE


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Women's Health/Pelvic Health

Women's Health/Pelvic Health

Women's Health/Pelvic Health

Urinary incontinence, urgency, frequency

Fecal incontinence, urgency, Constipation

Pelvic pain diagnoses (ie. 

Abdominal pain 

Scar tissue 

Pelvic organ prolapse 

Diastasis Rectus Abdominis 

Pregnancy and post partum wellness 

Birth Prep

Cancer Rehab 

and MORE

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