You’re dealing with limited mobility, chronic pain, or recovering from surgery or stroke. Getting to a clinic adds another layer of difficulty you don’t need right now.
In-home physical therapy removes that barrier entirely. Your therapist comes to you, works with you one-on-one in your own space, and builds a treatment plan around your home environment—the place where you actually need to function.
That means fall prevention training happens in your hallway, not a generic clinic. Gait training uses your stairs and doorways. Balance exercises account for your actual flooring and furniture layout. You’re not just getting stronger in theory—you’re regaining independence in the space where it matters most.
Research shows home-based rehabilitation produces greater functional gains compared to standard outpatient care, with patients achieving independence faster. You skip the exhausting commute, avoid exposure to illness in waiting rooms, and get the same quality care without leaving home.
We operate across Long Island, including established locations in Smithtown and Speonk. We work with the Jericho community—a population where nearly one in five residents is over 64, and where maintaining independence at home isn’t just preferred, it’s essential.
Our therapists are licensed professionals who specialize in neurological rehabilitation, stroke recovery, fall prevention, and post-surgical care. We accept Medicare and most major insurance plans, and we handle the paperwork so you can focus on recovery.
What sets us apart is straightforward: you get the same therapist each visit, treatment happens in your home, and your family can be involved in the process. No rotating staff, no generic programs, no guessing whether your insurance will cover it.
First, we verify your insurance coverage and schedule an initial evaluation at your home. During that first visit, your physical therapist assesses your mobility, strength, balance, and any pain or limitations you’re experiencing. They’ll also evaluate your home environment to identify fall risks or obstacles affecting your daily function.
From there, you get a personalized treatment plan. If you’re recovering from a stroke, that might include neuromuscular re-education and gait training. If you’re dealing with joint pain or post-surgery rehab, expect therapeutic exercise and resistance training tailored to your tolerance and goals. If fall prevention is the priority, your therapist will work on balance and proprioceptive training using your actual living space.
Sessions typically happen two to three times per week, depending on your needs and insurance authorization. Your therapist tracks your progress, adjusts the plan as you improve, and communicates with your physician as needed. Family members are welcome—and encouraged—to participate so they understand how to support your recovery between visits.
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You’re getting licensed physical therapy that covers the full spectrum of rehabilitation needs. That includes stroke rehabilitation and neurological recovery, pre and post surgery rehabilitation, injury rehabilitation, fall prevention and balance training, gait training to improve walking safety and endurance, joint pain treatment, therapeutic exercise programs, resistance and strength training, and neuromuscular re-education.
For Jericho residents—especially those in the 65-plus demographic that makes up nearly 20% of the local population—fall prevention is critical. One in four older adults falls each year, and those falls are the leading cause of injury-related death in this age group. Our therapists use evidence-based interventions that have been shown to reduce fall rates by 23%, focusing on strength, balance, and functional mobility in your actual home environment.
If you’re recovering from a stroke, you’re working with therapists trained in neurological rehabilitation. Studies show that physical therapy improves motor function, reduces long-term disability, and can even support structural brain remodeling during recovery. Treatment is personalized based on where you are in your recovery—not a one-size-fits-all protocol.
Occupational therapy and occupational rehabilitation services are also available when needed, helping you regain the ability to perform daily tasks like dressing, cooking, and bathing. Everything is coordinated under one roof, with your goals driving the plan.
Yes, Medicare Part B covers in-home physical therapy when it’s deemed medically necessary by your doctor. That typically means you’re homebound or have significant difficulty leaving your home due to illness, injury, or a medical condition.
To qualify as homebound, you don’t have to be bedridden—you just need to require considerable effort or assistance to leave home. If you’re recovering from surgery, managing stroke-related mobility issues, or at high risk for falls, you likely meet the criteria.
Medicare covers 80% of the approved amount after you’ve met your Part B deductible. You’re responsible for the remaining 20%, though supplemental insurance often covers that portion. We verify your coverage before starting treatment and handle prior authorizations, so you know what to expect. There are therapy caps in place, but exceptions exist for medically necessary care, and your therapist will work with your physician to document ongoing need if you require extended treatment.
It depends entirely on the severity of the stroke and how much function was affected. Some people see significant improvement within three to six months. Others need ongoing therapy for a year or longer.
The most rapid gains typically happen in the first three months post-stroke, which is why early intervention matters. Your brain is most receptive to relearning movement patterns during this window, and consistent therapy can accelerate recovery. That said, improvement doesn’t stop at three months—neuroplasticity continues, and people can regain function well into the first year and beyond with continued effort.
Your therapist will assess your motor function, balance, coordination, and endurance during the initial evaluation, then build a plan based on your specific deficits and goals. Some patients start with three sessions per week and taper down as they improve. Others maintain twice-weekly sessions for several months. Progress is tracked continuously, and the plan adjusts as you recover. The goal isn’t just to get you moving again—it’s to restore as much independence as possible so you can manage daily activities safely at home.
Balance training is one component of fall prevention, but fall prevention therapy is more comprehensive. Balance exercises focus on improving your ability to maintain stability during movement—things like standing on one leg, weight shifting, or walking on uneven surfaces.
Fall prevention therapy includes balance work, but it also addresses strength, gait mechanics, environmental hazards, and functional mobility. Your therapist will assess your home for trip hazards like loose rugs or poor lighting, recommend modifications, and train you to navigate your actual living space safely. They’ll work on lower body strength since weak legs are a major fall risk. They’ll analyze your walking pattern to identify issues like shuffling or poor foot clearance that increase fall likelihood.
Research involving nearly 13,000 participants shows that exercise interventions—particularly those combining balance and strength training—reduce fall rates by 23%. But the exercise has to be specific, progressive, and practiced consistently. In-home therapy has the advantage of training you in the environment where you’re most at risk, using your stairs, your bathroom layout, and your furniture as part of the program. That’s more effective than generic balance drills in a clinic.
Absolutely, and we encourage it when appropriate. Family involvement improves outcomes because your loved ones learn how to support your recovery between sessions.
If you’re working on gait training, your spouse or adult child can learn how to assist you safely without creating dependence. If fall prevention is the focus, they’ll understand what environmental changes to make and how to spot risky movement patterns. If you’re recovering from surgery or stroke, they can help reinforce exercises and provide the right level of assistance—not too much, not too little.
There’s also an emotional component. Recovery can feel isolating, especially if mobility limitations have reduced your social interaction. Having family present during therapy keeps them connected to your progress and helps them understand what you’re working through. Your therapist will communicate clearly about what family members can do to help and what they should avoid, so everyone’s on the same page. That said, if you prefer privacy during certain exercises or assessments, that’s completely fine too. It’s your treatment, and we’ll structure it however you’re most comfortable.
The first visit is an evaluation, not a full treatment session, though your therapist may do some light exercises depending on your condition. Expect it to last about 60 minutes.
Your therapist will start by reviewing your medical history, current medications, and the specific issue that prompted the referral—whether that’s post-surgical rehab, stroke recovery, chronic pain, or fall risk. They’ll ask about your daily routine, what activities are difficult, and what your goals are. Be specific here: “I want to walk to the mailbox without my walker” is more useful than “I want to get stronger.”
Next comes the physical assessment. Your therapist will evaluate your range of motion, strength, balance, coordination, and any pain or swelling. If you’ve had a stroke, they’ll assess motor control and functional movement patterns. If you’re dealing with joint pain, they’ll test how that pain limits your movement. They’ll also observe how you move around your home—how you get up from a chair, navigate stairs, or walk down a hallway.
Finally, they’ll identify environmental risks. Loose rugs, poor lighting, clutter, lack of grab bars—anything that could contribute to falls or hinder your mobility. You’ll leave the first visit with a clear treatment plan, a schedule for ongoing sessions, and usually some exercises to start practicing before the next visit.
For many conditions, in-home therapy is actually more effective than outpatient clinic-based care. Research shows that home rehabilitation produces greater functional gains and higher rates of independence, particularly for stroke recovery and fall prevention.
The reason is straightforward: you’re training in the environment where you need to function. If your goal is to move safely around your house, doing exercises in a clinic doesn’t translate as directly as practicing in your actual hallway, bathroom, or kitchen. Your therapist can address real obstacles—your specific stairs, your shower setup, the layout of your bedroom—and build solutions that work for your space.
There’s also the convenience factor, which affects adherence. If getting to a clinic is exhausting or requires coordinating transportation, you’re more likely to skip sessions. When your therapist comes to you, that barrier disappears, and consistency improves. Consistent therapy leads to better outcomes.
That said, some conditions benefit from clinic-based equipment, especially if you need specialized machines for certain exercises. Your therapist will be upfront if that’s the case. But for the majority of rehabilitation needs—stroke recovery, post-surgical rehab, fall prevention, gait training, joint pain treatment—in-home therapy delivers equal or superior results with far less hassle.
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