You shouldn’t have to choose between getting the care you need and staying comfortable at home. That’s the reality for a lot of people in East Shoreham—especially if driving isn’t easy anymore, if balance is already an issue, or if getting in and out of a car feels risky.
In-home physical therapy changes that. Your therapist comes to you, works with you in the space where you actually live, and builds a plan around what you need to do every day—not just what looks good on paper.
The goal isn’t just pain relief. It’s keeping you steady on your feet, confident in your movement, and able to do what matters without second-guessing every step. Fall prevention isn’t about fear. It’s about training your body to respond when it needs to. Balance work, gait training, strength exercises—it all happens where it counts.
With over 26% of the Shoreham area population aged 65 or older, falls aren’t rare. But they’re also not inevitable. Exercise-based programs can cut fall rates by nearly a quarter, and when done consistently at higher intensity, that number climbs past 40%. You don’t need a gym. You need the right guidance in the right environment.
We’ve been providing in-home physical therapy and occupational therapy across Long Island for over a decade. We’re not a corporate chain. We’re a local team with deep ties to Physical Therapy Associates of Smithtown and Speonk Physical Therapy—clinics that have been around since 2000 and 2004.
What that means for you is continuity. Licensed professionals who know the area, understand Medicare coverage inside and out, and show up consistently. Our therapists don’t rotate every week. You get the same person, the same plan, and the same level of care every time.
East Shoreham families trust us because we treat people the way we’d want our own parents treated. No rushing. No upselling. Just solid therapy that helps you get back to normal—or as close as possible.
It starts with a phone call. We’ll ask about your condition, your mobility, your insurance, and what’s making daily life harder than it should be. If you’re on Medicare, we’ll verify coverage before the first visit so there are no surprises.
Your therapist shows up at your home at the scheduled time. First visit is an evaluation—how you move, where it hurts, what you can and can’t do, and what your goals are. Maybe it’s walking to the mailbox again. Maybe it’s getting up from a chair without using your arms. Maybe it’s just feeling stable enough to shower without fear.
From there, we build a treatment plan. That usually means two to three visits a week for several weeks, depending on your condition and what your doctor ordered. Each session is about 45 minutes to an hour. You’ll do therapeutic exercises, work on balance and proprioceptive training, practice gait mechanics, and build strength in the muscles that matter most for your daily routine.
Everything is customized. If you’ve had a stroke, we focus on neurological rehabilitation and neuromuscular re-education. If you’re recovering from surgery, we guide you through pre and post surgery rehabilitation protocols. If joint pain is the issue, we address it with resistance and strength training that doesn’t make things worse.
You’re not just going through the motions. You’re retraining your body to work the way it’s supposed to.
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Every plan is different, but most include some combination of fall prevention training, balance exercises, gait work, joint pain treatment, and functional strengthening. If you’ve had a neurological event like a stroke, we incorporate rehabilitation techniques that help you regain coordination and control.
For older adults in East Shoreham—where the median age in the broader area is nearly 48—fall risk is real. One in four people over 65 falls each year. Many of those falls lead to fractures, hospital stays, loss of independence, and a steep decline in quality of life. The right therapy can reduce that risk significantly.
We also work with people recovering from surgery, dealing with chronic joint issues, or managing conditions that affect movement and stability. Occupational therapy is available when the goal is relearning daily tasks—dressing, cooking, bathing—things that used to be automatic.
Because we come to your home, we see the real obstacles. Stairs. Rugs. Bathroom layout. Furniture placement. We don’t just treat your body in isolation. We help you navigate the environment you live in every day, which is where most injuries actually happen.
Medicare covers outpatient physical therapy and occupational therapy when it’s medically necessary and prescribed by your doctor. Most people in East Shoreham have strong insurance coverage—nearly 98% are insured, with a good portion on Medicare or employee plans. We handle the billing and verification so you can focus on getting better.
Yes. Medicare Part B covers outpatient physical therapy and occupational therapy in your home when it’s ordered by a doctor and considered medically necessary. That includes treatment for conditions like stroke recovery, joint pain, post-surgery rehabilitation, fall risk, balance issues, and neurological conditions.
You’ll typically be responsible for 20% of the Medicare-approved amount after you’ve met your deductible. If you have a supplemental plan, that may cover the remaining balance. We verify your coverage before starting treatment so you know what to expect.
Not all therapy providers offer in-home services, and not all accept Medicare. We do both. If you’re homebound or have difficulty getting to a clinic, in-home therapy isn’t just more convenient—it’s often more effective because we’re working with you in the environment where you actually need to function.
Fall prevention isn’t about being more careful. It’s about training your body to react correctly when your balance is challenged. Most falls happen because of weak legs, poor balance, slow reflexes, or a combination of all three.
We use multicomponent exercise programs that include progressive balance training, proprioceptive exercises, gait work, and resistance training. These aren’t generic stretches. They’re targeted movements designed to improve how your body responds to uneven surfaces, sudden shifts in weight, or unexpected obstacles.
Research shows that exercise programs reduce fall rates by about 23% on average. When those programs involve at least three hours per week of challenging balance work, the reduction can exceed 40%. We also assess your home for hazards—loose rugs, poor lighting, clutter—and recommend modifications that make your space safer. It’s a combination of stronger muscles, better reflexes, and a smarter environment.
Physical therapy focuses on movement—strength, balance, walking, pain relief, and mobility. If your issue is that you can’t walk safely, can’t climb stairs, or can’t stand up without assistance, that’s physical therapy.
Occupational therapy focuses on daily living tasks—getting dressed, cooking, bathing, using the bathroom, managing household activities. If your issue is that you can do the physical movements but struggle to apply them to real-life tasks, that’s occupational therapy.
A lot of people need both, especially after a stroke or major surgery. We offer both services in your home, and in many cases, the same therapist is trained in overlapping techniques. The goal is always the same: help you live as independently as possible. Medicare covers both when they’re medically necessary, and we coordinate with your doctor to make sure the treatment plan makes sense for your specific situation.
It depends on your condition, your goals, and how your body responds to treatment. Most people start with two to three visits per week for four to eight weeks. Some conditions improve faster. Others take longer.
If you’re recovering from surgery, your plan might be shorter and more intense upfront, then taper off as you regain function. If you’re managing a chronic condition or working on fall prevention, the timeline might be longer with a focus on building sustainable habits and strength.
Medicare doesn’t put a hard cap on the number of visits, but they do require that therapy be medically necessary and show progress. We document everything and communicate with your doctor throughout the process. If you’re improving, we keep going. If you’ve plateaued or met your goals, we transition you to a maintenance plan or discharge you with a home exercise program you can continue on your own.
Yes. You don’t have to be bedbound or completely unable to leave your house to qualify for in-home therapy. If getting to a clinic is difficult, risky, or exhausting because of your condition, in-home therapy makes sense.
Maybe you can technically get in a car, but the process wipes you out for the rest of the day. Maybe you’re unsteady and worried about falling in a parking lot. Maybe you don’t drive anymore and don’t want to burden family members multiple times a week. Those are all valid reasons to receive care at home.
Medicare and most insurance plans recognize that in-home therapy isn’t just about convenience—it’s often more effective. We can see how you move in your actual living space, address real-world challenges, and build a program that fits your routine. If your doctor orders it and your insurance covers it, we’ll come to you.
Your first visit is an evaluation. Your therapist will ask about your medical history, current symptoms, medications, and what’s been difficult for you lately. Then they’ll watch you move—how you stand, walk, sit down, get up, reach, bend, and balance.
They’ll test your strength, range of motion, and stability. They’ll ask what hurts, what you’re afraid of, and what you want to be able to do again. This isn’t a quick check-in. It usually takes 45 minutes to an hour because we’re gathering all the information we need to build a real plan.
At the end of the evaluation, your therapist will explain what they found, what they think will help, and what the treatment plan will look like. You’ll start some light exercises that same day if you’re able. Then we’ll schedule your next visits and get to work. You’ll know exactly what we’re doing and why—no guessing, no jargon, just clear communication about what comes next.
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