You’re dealing with joint pain that makes getting around harder than it used to be. Maybe you’ve already fallen once, and now there’s that nagging worry every time you stand up or walk to the bathroom. Or your doctor mentioned physical therapy after surgery, but the thought of driving to an office twice a week feels impossible.
Here’s what changes when you work with a physical therapist who comes to you. Your balance improves because we’re training you in the actual environment where you live—your kitchen, your hallway, your bathroom. Research shows balance exercise supervised by a physical therapist reduces fall rates by 23%. That’s not just a statistic. That’s fewer trips to the emergency room, less fear, and more confidence doing the things you need to do.
You get stronger without the stress of transportation. Therapeutic exercise and resistance training happen in your living room, tailored to your specific limitations and goals. Most people notice real improvement within four to six weeks. That means less pain, better mobility, and the ability to stay in your own home longer.
We’ve been providing in-home physical therapy across Long Island for over a decade. We’re licensed, we accept Medicare and most commercial insurance, and we show up when we say we will.
Kings Park has a significant population of older adults who need physical therapy but can’t easily get to a clinic. We built our practice around that reality. Our therapists are trained specifically in home-based care—fall prevention, gait training, stroke rehabilitation, and post-surgery recovery in environments where people actually live.
You’re not a number here. We treat a manageable caseload so your therapist has time to adjust your program as you progress, answer your questions, and coordinate with your doctor when needed.
You call or your doctor refers you. We verify your insurance coverage—usually Medicare or a commercial plan—and schedule your first visit at a time that works for you.
Your physical therapist comes to your home and does a full evaluation. They’ll assess your strength, balance, range of motion, and any pain or mobility issues. They’ll also look at your home environment to identify fall risks and movement challenges specific to your space. This takes about an hour.
From there, you’ll start a personalized treatment plan. That might include balance and proprioceptive training to reduce fall risk, gait training to improve how you walk, therapeutic exercise to build strength, or neuromuscular re-education if you’re recovering from a stroke or neurological condition. Sessions typically happen two to three times per week, depending on your needs and what insurance covers.
Your therapist tracks your progress and adjusts the program as you improve. Most people see meaningful results in eight to twelve weeks, though some conditions require longer. When you’ve hit your goals—better balance, less pain, more independence—you’re done. No long-term contracts, no upselling.
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Fall prevention is the most requested service in Kings Park, and for good reason. One in four adults over 65 falls each year, and a past fall doubles your chances of falling again. We use evidence-based balance training and proprioceptive exercises that challenge your stability in a controlled way, building confidence and reducing risk.
If you’re recovering from joint replacement, a fracture, or another surgery, we provide pre and post surgery rehabilitation. That includes range of motion work, strength training, and functional exercises designed to get you back to normal activity faster. You’ll also get gait training if your walking pattern needs correction—common after hip or knee surgery.
For stroke survivors or people with Parkinson’s, MS, or other neurological conditions, we offer stroke rehabilitation and neurological rehabilitation. This involves neuromuscular re-education to retrain your brain and body to work together, plus occupational therapy support when needed for daily tasks like dressing, cooking, or bathing.
Chronic joint pain from arthritis or old injuries responds well to therapeutic exercise and resistance training. We’re not just managing symptoms—we’re rebuilding strength and mobility so you need less pain medication. Studies show physical therapy can reduce opioid use by 87%, which matters if you’re trying to avoid or get off pain meds.
Yes. Medicare Part B covers physical therapy in your home if your doctor orders it and you meet the homebound requirement. Homebound doesn’t mean you can never leave your house—it means leaving requires considerable effort due to illness, injury, or disability.
You’ll pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount after you’ve met your Part B deductible. Most supplemental insurance plans cover that 20%. If you have a Medicare Advantage plan, coverage works similarly, though you may need to stay in-network.
We verify your coverage before the first visit so there are no surprises. If you’re not sure whether you qualify as homebound or what your plan covers, call us and we’ll walk through it with you.
Most people notice improvement in four to six weeks if they’re consistent with sessions and home exercises. Maximum benefit usually comes after eight to twelve weeks of regular participation.
That timeline assumes you’re doing therapy two to three times per week and practicing the exercises your therapist assigns between visits. Balance training works by repeatedly challenging your stability in safe, progressive ways. Your nervous system adapts, your muscles get stronger, and your confidence builds.
If you’ve had a serious fall or injury, recovery may take longer. Stroke rehabilitation and neurological conditions often require several months of work. Your therapist will give you a realistic timeline based on your specific situation during the initial evaluation.
Physical therapy focuses on movement—strength, balance, walking, and pain reduction. Your physical therapist works on exercises and activities that improve how your body moves and functions. That includes fall prevention, gait training, therapeutic exercise, and injury rehabilitation.
Occupational therapy focuses on daily living tasks—getting dressed, cooking, bathing, and other activities you need to do to live independently. Your occupational therapist might work on fine motor skills, adaptive techniques, or home modifications to make tasks easier and safer.
Many people need both, especially after a stroke, major surgery, or significant injury. We coordinate between physical and occupational therapy when that’s the case, so you’re getting comprehensive care without duplication or confusion about who’s doing what.
Yes. That’s exactly who benefits most from in-home physical therapy. If you have severe mobility limitations, getting to a clinic is difficult or impossible. We come to you and work with whatever level of function you have right now.
Your therapist will start with exercises you can do sitting or lying down if standing isn’t safe yet. As you get stronger, we progress to standing exercises with support, then balance training, then gait training. Everything is adapted to your current ability and your home setup.
We also assess your home for safety and recommend modifications if needed—grab bars, removing tripping hazards, better lighting. The goal is to improve your mobility while making your environment safer so you can move around with less risk.
Without insurance, in-home physical therapy typically costs between $150 and $250 per session, depending on the length and complexity of treatment. An initial evaluation usually runs higher, around $200 to $300, because it takes longer.
Most people don’t pay out of pocket because Medicare and commercial insurance cover home-based physical therapy when it’s medically necessary. If you don’t have insurance or your plan doesn’t cover it, we can discuss payment options and give you a clear cost estimate upfront.
It’s worth comparing that cost to the alternative. A single fall can result in an emergency room visit, hospital stay, and potential surgery—easily $20,000 or more. Economic studies show that choosing physical therapy for fall prevention saves over $2,000 when you factor in medical costs, lost time, and reduced quality of life. Prevention is almost always cheaper than treatment after something goes wrong.
Your therapist will arrive at the scheduled time, introduce themselves, and verify your insurance information. Then they’ll sit down with you to discuss your medical history, current symptoms, medications, and what you’re hoping to achieve through therapy.
Next comes the physical evaluation. Your therapist will assess your strength, flexibility, balance, posture, and how you move. They’ll watch you walk, stand up from a chair, and perform other functional movements. They’ll also check your home for fall hazards and environmental factors that might affect your safety or recovery.
The whole visit takes about an hour. Before they leave, your therapist will explain what they found, outline a treatment plan, and give you a realistic timeline for improvement. They’ll also assign a few exercises to start working on before the next session. You’ll know exactly what to expect going forward—no guessing, no confusion.
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