Various hours are available at our Somerset, NJ clinic.  We have evening and Saturday hours for your convenience.

Physical therapy is typically covered by most insurance companies.  Our office can verify your insurance coverage and can give you the details regarding treatment.  We work with all major insurance companies, but please remember that every plan is different and you may want to call your insurance company to get a better understanding of your coverage.

Physical therapists in New Jersey have “Direct Access” meaning you do not need a doctor’s prescription – but we like to work closely with your healthcare provider. “Direct Access” also means you, the patient, can choose where you go for therapy.  Medicare, Workers Comp and auto insurance patients require a prescription from a doctor or other healthcare professional.

Please bring your referral for physical therapy from your doctor and your insurance information.  If you are covered by Workers Compensation or auto insurance, please bring your claim information and your case manager’s contact information.  If you have engaged an attorney, please bring the contact information.

We have all the necessary paperwork available on the website.  You can simply download the forms, and fill them out at your convenience.  Please bring them to your first appointment along with your other information.

Loose-fitting, comfortable clothing is recommended.  Please wear sneakers or comfortable shoes designed for movement.  You may want to wear or bring shorts if we are treating an ankle or knee.

The therapist will obtain a history and do an examination.  This will consist of reviewing your condition and performing relevant tests and measurements.  The therapist will often begin treatment and will formulate a plan of care for you.

For most people, physical therapy offers pain relief.  Your therapist will provide you with the appropriate exercises not only for pain relief but to recover from your injuries and move toward reducing your limitations.  Some therapy techniques can be painful, but it is important to communicate with you physical therapist about this.  In most cases, the therapist can adapt the program to limit discomfort.

Your first visit will take longer than those that follow.  For your initial visit, you should allot at least an hour.  Subsequent visits will take 45 minutes to an hour.

Physical Therapists are licensed healthcare professionals who are experts in musculoskeletal dysfunctions.  Therapists are trained to analyze movement and mechanics.  From this assessment, the therapist will design a program of exercise and manual techniques to accelerate the recovery process.