Frequently Asked Questions

How long does a typical therapy session last?
A typical therapy session lasts between 45 minutes to an hour.

How many visits will it take me to get better?
This is dependant on the diagnosis but the average number of patients visits at Temple Physical Therapy is 10.8.

What insurances do you accept?
We accept all major insurances, please call for more information

How do you communicate with my doctor?
Every thirty days we will fax over a progress note to your doctor informing them on the progress you are making in therapy.

What will I be doing during a therapy session?
A typical therapy session will consist of a combination of manual therapy from your physical therapist along with a set of therapeutic exercise specifically made for your injury

What should I wear to a therapy session?
Comfortable cloths that you are willing to work out in would be the most appropriate. It is recommended to wear sneakers along with shorts/sweatpants/wind pants and a tee shirt or long sleeve shirt.

How often should I be coming to therapy?
This is dependant on what your doctor prescribes you but typically a patient will be coming 2-3 times per week.

Why do I have to do exercise at therapy?
Exercise is an important part of the rehabilitation process. Exercise is done to increase you range of motion and strength allowing the injury to heal and also increase your chances of not re injuring that area.

What should I do if I cannot make it to an appointment?
You can call our office any time before your appointment time to cancel and reschedule for a different time or a different date.

When is your clinic open?
See each offices’ hours on our Contact Information page.