• What types of conditions does Walton PT rehab?

• Do you take my insurance?

• Do I need a doctor’s referral to see you?

• What should I bring to my first appointment?

• What should I expect at my therapy appointments?

• What should I wear to physical therapy appointments

• What can I do as a patient to help assure the best possible outcome?

• Can I choose to work with a specific physical therapist?

• Do you have shower and locker facilities at the clinic?

• How long do physical therapy treatment sessions last?

• Will physical therapy help me heal faster after surgery?

• What do the various credentials mean?

• Why should I choose Walton Physical Therapy?

 

• What types of conditions does Walton PT rehab?

Walton Physical Therapy therapists treat all types of orthopedic injuries and surgeries. If there are any special circumstances or questions, please feel free to contact the team at the front desk.

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• Do you take my insurance?

Walton Physical Therapy participates in many health insurance networks to make our services as accessible and affordable as possible.  Below is a current list of insurance networks in which we participate.

 

Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)

MODA

Pacific Source 

TriCare

Medicare 

Cigna

First Choice Health

Managed Health Care NW

Great West ​

United Health Care

Aetna

Please note if your insurance is not listed above we encourage you to call the clinic and we will contact your insurance and inquire about your coverage.  We can also discuss various cash pay options as well.  

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• Do I need a doctor’s referral to see you?

In most cases NO.  For those patients with Medicare, Work Comp and patients seeking care after an auto accident are the exception.  

 

• What should I bring to my first appointment?

Please bring your health insurance card, any physical therapy prescription from your referring physician and any recent X-Ray, MRI or other diagnostic studies that pertain to your injury. During the initial evaluation, your physical therapist will perform a full review of your history and assess any range of motion restrictions or muscle strength impairments apparent.

 

• What should I expect at my therapy appointments?

Your first visit will include an initial evaluation and then a treatment. Depending on your needs, your treatment may consist of a variety of hands-on joint and soft tissue techniques, ultrasound, electronic stimulation, heat/cold therapy, exercise, resistance training, and stretching. Treatments are designed to increase motion and strength, reduce pain, restore function. Patients are often assigned an active exercise program at home or in the gym, and are educated in ways to speed recovery and prevent recurrence of the problem.

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• What should I wear to physical therapy appointments

It is best to wear clothing and shoes that are appropriate for exercise. The clothing should either expose the area (i.e. wear shorts if you are being seen for a knee problem) or be loose fitting to easily expose the area that is being treated. You may be asked to put on a gown depending on where your pain or problem is located.  You’ll have full access to Bay Club Portland while undergoing treatment, so locker rooms are available to change or shower before/after appointments.

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• What can I do as a patient to help assure the best possible outcome?

I physical therapy, your physical therapist acts much like the role of a coach.  He or she give you guidance, and you do the work.  To be most successful, you need to comply with your in-clinic therapy schedule; follow through on your home exercise programs, and communicate often and completely with your therapist regarding any problems or concerns you may experience.  We ask you to be open to suggestions regarding exercise, lifestyle changes and adjustments or modifications of your daily activities.

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• Can I choose to work with a specific physical therapist?

In certain instances, physicians or former patients may refer a patient to a specific therapist. In most cases, though, the administrative team at Walton Physical Therapy  pairs patients with a therapist based on the specific rehabilitation needs of the patient and scheduling availability.

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• Do you have shower and locker facilities at the clinic?

Yes.  Our clinic is located within Bay Club Portland and all patients have full use of the Bay Club Portland facilities during treatment, including access to the locker room and showers.  Towels, shampoo, soap, hair dryers, etc. are also provided.

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• How long do physical therapy treatment sessions last?

Physical therapy sessions generally last between an hour and an hour and a half.  The frequency and number of sessions will vary based on your needs.  A referring physician will often specify both frequency and the total number of visits when prescribing treatment, and your insurance may have set limits on treatment sessions.  We will develop a treatment plan to address your needs and integrate with your schedule.

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• Will physical therapy help me heal faster after surgery?

Yes.  Physical Therapy can help reduce swelling, increase active and passive range of motion and increase strength and endurance after surgery. Physical therapy increases the functioning of the involved muscles, bones and other soft tissues much more quickly and effectively than just staying at homes after surgery.

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• What do the various credentials mean?

  • PT - Licensed Physical Therapist

  • DPT - Doctorate of Physical Therapy

  • CSCS -  Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist

  • ATC - Certified Athletic Trainer

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• Why should I choose Walton Physical Therapy?

Because we are a different, better kind of physical therapy clinic.  Read our guide on Why Choose Walton to learn more.