• What can I expect during my first visit?

You will undergo a comprehensive evaluation by a physical therapist, including a subjective assessment regarding your current problem area(s), current medications (if extensive, it will be beneficial to bring a copy including dosage), past medical history and an idea of what YOUR goals are. Please wear or bring comfortable clothing as your objective exam will involve active participation and movement. A plan of care will be developed and implemented that day, typically in the form of a written home exercise program as appropriate. Your therapist will determine your return visit frequency, in conjunction with your referring physician’s prescription. Your initial visit will be approximately one hour in duration.

• When will I get better?

There are many factors contributing to you success here at Powhatan Physical Therapy, including concurrent medical issues and medications, past medical history, current activity level, as well as your compliance with your individualized, written home exercise program. You may expect some soreness as you start your rehab, so please communicate closely with your therapist to ensure maximum effectiveness and safety.

• Does my insurance cover this? What if I “can’t afford” the copay/coinsurance?

We ask that each patient fulfill his/her responsibility to confirm out-patient physical therapy benefits, and we will re-confirm from our end as well. We choose to be flexible and sensitive to each individual’s financial situation, and pledge to work with you when it comes to payment plans and options.

• Why should I choose Powhatan PT?

The owner, Gregg Tobey, PT, has over 26 years of experience in practice, with a cumulative total of 62 years of clinical experience for all therapists. The team here at Powhatan Physical Therapy is a close-knit group, maintaining a profesional but relaxed and fun environment to facilitate your rehab experience. We also emphasize the importance of continuing education and staff development; hands-on seminars and home-study courses endorsed by the American Physical Therapy Association serve as our means of “staying up” with the changing world of health care delivery.