What to Expect at Your Physical Therapy Sessions

At Repsher Physical Therapy, your care begins with a thorough evaluation during your first visit. One of our licensed physical therapists will take the time to discuss your medical history, current symptoms, past surgeries or injuries, and daily activity levels. This conversation helps us understand how your condition affects your life and sets the foundation for your treatment plan.

📝 Initial Assessment
We’ll perform a series of physical tests to evaluate your:

• Range of motion – how far and comfortably your joints can move

• Muscle strength – using resistance and functional tasks

• Flexibility and posture – to identify areas of tension or imbalance

• Balance and coordination – especially important for patients with fall risks or neurological conditions

• Functional movement patterns – such as walking, bending, squatting, or lifting

These findings allow us to create a personalized Plan of Care (POC) tailored to your goals—whether it's returning to sport, recovering after surgery, improving mobility, or reducing chronic pain.

💼 What Treatment Looks Like
Each session typically lasts 45–60 minutes. Depending on your condition and stage of recovery, it may include:

• Manual Therapy – Hands-on techniques like joint mobilization, soft tissue massage, and stretching to reduce pain and improve mobility.

• Therapeutic Exercises – Guided strengthening, flexibility, and endurance activities to support your recovery.

• Neuromuscular Re-education – Exercises and drills that retrain movement patterns, improve stability, and enhance motor control.

• Modalities – When appropriate, we may use tools such as electrical stimulation, ultrasound, or heat/cold therapy to manage symptoms.

• Patient Education – You’ll learn techniques for body mechanics, posture, ergonomics, and home exercises to continue progress between sessions.

🤝 Ongoing Support
We’ll monitor your progress throughout your course of care, adjusting the plan as needed. Our goal is to help you restore function, prevent future injury, and return confidently to your regular activities—whether that’s work, recreation, or daily living.