You’re not looking for therapy just to check a box. You want to walk without worrying about falling. You want to get up from a chair without wincing. You want to feel steady on your feet when you’re reaching for something or walking to the mailbox.
That’s what in-home physical therapy is built for. A licensed physical therapist comes to your home, evaluates how you move in your actual environment, and designs a treatment plan around your goals. Not generic exercises. Not one-size-fits-all. Just focused work on balance training, gait training, strength, and mobility—the things that actually matter in your daily life.
Research shows that physical therapy after a fall diagnosis can lower your fall risk by 86%. That’s not a small number. And for people over 65 in Nassau County, where more than a third of adults fall each year, that kind of reduction changes everything. You stay independent longer. You avoid the ER. You keep doing the things you care about without fear holding you back.
We’ve been serving Long Island for over a decade. We’re not new to this. We know Nassau County, we know the communities we work in, and we know what it takes to deliver real results in someone’s home.
Our therapists are licensed, experienced, and trained in fall prevention, neurological rehabilitation, stroke recovery, joint pain treatment, and post-surgery rehab. We accept Medicare and most commercial insurance, so you’re not navigating billing confusion on your own.
Malverne Park Oaks is a tight-knit community where people value quality and trust. That’s exactly what we’re built on. Every patient gets a personalized treatment plan, regular communication, and a therapist who shows up on time and treats you with respect. No runaround. No surprises.
First, we schedule an initial evaluation at your home. A licensed physical therapist will assess your mobility, strength, balance, and any pain or limitations you’re dealing with. They’ll also look at your home environment—stairs, rugs, furniture layout—to spot any fall risks or obstacles that might be getting in your way.
From there, your therapist builds a treatment plan based on what you need. That might include therapeutic exercise, resistance and strength training, balance and proprioceptive training, gait training, or neuromuscular re-education. Everything is tailored to your condition, your goals, and your pace.
Sessions happen in your home, on a schedule that works for you. Your therapist tracks your progress, adjusts the plan as you improve, and keeps your doctor in the loop. You’re not left guessing whether it’s working—you’ll see and feel the difference. And because it’s all happening at home, there’s no commute, no waiting room, and no wasted time.
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You get a full evaluation, a personalized treatment plan, and ongoing therapy sessions with a licensed physical therapist. That includes fall prevention programs, balance training, gait training, joint pain treatment, therapeutic exercise, and strength training. If you’re recovering from surgery, a stroke, or managing a neurological condition, we handle that too.
For Malverne Park Oaks residents, this matters. With 100% of the community having health coverage and a median age of 40.5, families here are often managing care for aging parents or dealing with their own mobility concerns. Nassau County has around 300,000 residents over 60, and many of them face the same challenge: staying independent without risking a fall or injury.
In-home therapy removes the transportation barrier. It removes the stress of getting to an appointment when you’re already in pain. And it gives your therapist a real look at how you move in your own space, which leads to better, more practical care. We also coordinate with occupational therapy when needed, so you’re getting comprehensive support—not just isolated treatment.
Yes. Medicare Part B covers outpatient physical therapy when it’s medically necessary and prescribed by your doctor. That includes in-home physical therapy if you have difficulty leaving your home due to mobility issues, pain, or other health conditions.
You’ll need a referral or prescription from your physician, and your therapist will document your progress to keep Medicare informed. Most sessions are covered after you meet your deductible, and you’ll typically pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount. We handle the billing and work directly with Medicare, so you’re not stuck managing paperwork on your own.
If you’re on a Medicare Advantage plan or have supplemental insurance, coverage may vary slightly. We accept nearly all commercial insurances as well, and we’ll verify your benefits before your first session so there are no surprises.
We treat a wide range of conditions, including fall risk and balance issues, joint pain, arthritis, post-surgical rehabilitation, stroke recovery, neurological conditions like Parkinson’s or MS, and general mobility limitations. If you’re recovering from a hip or knee replacement, dealing with chronic pain, or just noticing that walking and moving aren’t as easy as they used to be, in-home physical therapy can help.
A lot of our patients in Nassau County are managing multiple conditions at once. Maybe you’ve had a fall and you’re afraid it’ll happen again. Maybe you’re recovering from surgery but getting to a clinic feels overwhelming. Maybe you’ve been told you need therapy, but transportation is a barrier.
That’s exactly who this service is for. Your physical therapist will evaluate your specific situation, design a plan that addresses your biggest concerns, and work with you in your own home where you’re most comfortable. The goal is always the same: help you move better, feel stronger, and stay independent.
It depends on your condition and goals. Some people see improvement in a few weeks. Others need a few months of consistent therapy to regain strength, balance, and confidence. Your therapist will give you a clearer timeline after your initial evaluation.
What matters more than the timeline is consistency. Physical therapy works when you show up, do the exercises, and follow the plan. Your therapist will track your progress at every session and adjust the treatment as you improve. If something isn’t working, they’ll change it. If you’re progressing faster than expected, they’ll advance the plan.
For fall prevention specifically, research shows that patients who start therapy within three months of a fall diagnosis have significantly lower fall rates. So if you’ve recently had a fall or you’re noticing balance issues, starting sooner gives you better outcomes. The same goes for post-surgery rehab—early intervention leads to faster, more complete recovery.
Physical therapy focuses on movement—strength, balance, mobility, and pain management. Occupational therapy focuses on daily activities—getting dressed, cooking, bathing, and other tasks that help you live independently. Both are important, and sometimes you need both.
A physical therapist will work on exercises to improve your gait, build strength, reduce fall risk, and help you move more easily. An occupational therapist will help you adapt your home environment, teach you safer ways to do everyday tasks, and recommend tools or modifications that make life easier.
We offer both services, and we coordinate care when it makes sense. If you’re recovering from a stroke, for example, you might need physical therapy to regain mobility and occupational therapy to relearn daily tasks. If you’re dealing with arthritis, physical therapy can reduce pain and improve joint function, while occupational therapy can show you how to open jars, use utensils, or get in and out of the shower more safely.
Yes, in most cases. Medicare and most insurance plans require a prescription or referral from your doctor before starting physical therapy. That’s a quick step—your doctor just needs to write an order stating that physical therapy is medically necessary.
If you don’t have a referral yet, call your primary care doctor and let them know you’re interested in in-home physical therapy. They’ll review your medical history, confirm that it’s appropriate for your condition, and send over the prescription. Once we have that, we can schedule your evaluation and get started.
In New York, physical therapists are licensed to evaluate and treat patients, but insurance reimbursement almost always requires that doctor’s order upfront. We’ll walk you through the process and make sure everything is in place before your first session. If there’s any confusion about what’s needed, we’ll contact your doctor’s office directly and handle it.
If leaving your home is difficult, painful, or risky, in-home physical therapy is worth considering. If you’ve fallen recently or you’re afraid of falling, it’s worth considering. If you’re recovering from surgery and transportation is a barrier, it’s worth considering.
The biggest advantage of in-home therapy is that your therapist sees how you actually move in your own environment. They can spot hazards, assess your daily routines, and design a treatment plan that fits your real life—not a clinic setting. That leads to better outcomes, especially for fall prevention and mobility issues.
You also avoid the stress and physical strain of getting to appointments. For many people in Malverne Park Oaks, especially those over 60 or managing chronic conditions, that makes all the difference. You get the same high-quality care, the same licensed professionals, and the same insurance coverage—just without the commute. If that sounds like what you need, it probably is.
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