You stop planning your day around pain. You walk to the bathroom without holding the wall. You get up from a chair without needing someone’s arm.
That’s what physical therapy actually does when it’s done right. Not just exercises on a sheet of paper, but real improvement you can feel in how you move through your day.
For Roosevelt residents dealing with limited mobility, getting to a clinic isn’t just inconvenient. It’s often impossible. A 34-minute average commute becomes a major barrier when you’re already unsteady on your feet or recovering from surgery. In-home physical therapy removes that obstacle entirely. Your therapist comes to you, works with your actual living space, and helps you function better in the environment where you actually live.
The results show up fast. Most patients see measurable pain reduction within weeks. Balance improves. Fall risk drops by about 25% with proper gait training and strengthening work. And for many, the need for walkers or other assistive devices decreases as strength and confidence return.
We’ve provided in-home physical and occupational therapy across Long Island for over a decade. We’re licensed, Medicare-certified, and we accept nearly all commercial insurance plans.
Our therapists work exclusively with homebound patients in Roosevelt and surrounding Nassau County communities. We understand the specific challenges facing Roosevelt’s aging population, where 20% of older adults face mobility limitations and falls remain the leading cause of injury-related deaths for seniors.
Every therapist on our team is licensed, background-checked, and trained in geriatric care. We don’t rotate staff randomly. You get consistency, which matters when someone is working with you in your home and learning how your body responds to treatment.
First visit starts with evaluation. Your physical therapist assesses your current mobility, strength, balance, and any pain or limitations you’re experiencing. They also look at your home environment to identify fall risks and movement challenges specific to your space.
From there, they build a treatment plan. This isn’t generic. It’s based on your specific condition, whether that’s stroke rehabilitation, post-surgery recovery, joint pain management, or fall prevention. The plan includes therapeutic exercises, strength training, gait training if needed, and neuromuscular re-education to retrain movement patterns.
Sessions typically happen 2-3 times per week, depending on your needs and what Medicare or your insurance covers. Each visit lasts about an hour. Your therapist guides you through exercises, adjusts techniques based on your progress, and gives you work to do between sessions.
Progress gets tracked and reported to your doctor. As you improve, the intensity increases. The goal isn’t endless therapy. It’s getting you functional, independent, and stable enough to maintain gains on your own.
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You get a licensed physical therapist who specializes in geriatric care and home-based treatment. All equipment needed for your sessions comes with them. No gym required.
Treatment covers the full spectrum of physical rehabilitation. That includes fall prevention and balance training, which is critical for Roosevelt’s senior population where falls cause more emergency room visits than any other injury. Proprioceptive training helps you sense where your body is in space. Gait training corrects walking patterns that increase fall risk.
For stroke survivors and neurological conditions, we provide specialized neuro rehab focused on regaining function and independence. Post-surgery patients get targeted rehabilitation to restore range of motion and strength. Joint pain treatment addresses arthritis, chronic pain, and mobility restrictions without relying solely on medication.
Resistance and strength training rebuilds muscle lost during periods of inactivity or illness. Therapeutic exercise improves endurance and functional movement. And occupational therapy services help with daily activities like dressing, bathing, and household tasks when physical limitations make these challenging.
Everything is Medicare-covered when medically necessary, and we handle the insurance paperwork. You focus on getting better. We handle the rest.
You qualify if you’re homebound, meaning leaving your home requires considerable effort due to illness, injury, or disability. Medicare defines this as needing assistance from another person or assistive device to leave home, or if leaving home is medically contraindicated.
Common qualifying conditions include recent surgery, stroke, severe arthritis, balance disorders, chronic pain, neurological conditions, or general weakness that makes traveling to a clinic unsafe or extremely difficult. You don’t need to be completely bedridden. Many patients can leave home for medical appointments or religious services and still qualify.
Your doctor needs to certify that you’re homebound and that physical therapy is medically necessary. We coordinate with your physician to ensure all documentation is in order. Most Medicare and commercial insurance plans cover home-based physical therapy when these criteria are met, often with little to no out-of-pocket cost.
Most patients notice improvements within 2-4 weeks of consistent treatment. Pain levels typically decrease first. Then you’ll see gains in strength, balance, and how far you can walk without fatigue.
The total treatment length depends on your condition and goals. Post-surgery rehab might run 6-8 weeks. Stroke recovery often requires several months. Fall prevention and balance training usually shows measurable results within 8-12 weeks. Chronic conditions may need ongoing maintenance after initial intensive therapy.
Research shows 79% of physical therapy patients report significant pain reduction after treatment. Balance improvements that reduce fall risk by 25% typically occur within 10-12 weeks of targeted gait and proprioceptive training. Your therapist tracks progress at every visit and adjusts the plan as you improve. You’re not locked into a predetermined timeline. Treatment continues as long as you’re making functional gains.
Physical therapy focuses on mobility, strength, balance, and pain management. Your physical therapist works on getting you walking better, reducing fall risk, building strength, and improving how your body moves. Think: getting up from a chair, climbing stairs, walking without assistance.
Occupational therapy focuses on daily living activities and fine motor skills. Your occupational therapist helps with dressing, bathing, cooking, and other tasks you need to do to live independently. They might work on hand strength for opening jars, coordination for buttoning shirts, or adaptive techniques for getting in and out of the shower safely.
Many Roosevelt patients benefit from both, especially after stroke or major surgery. The therapies complement each other. PT gets you moving. OT gets you functioning. We provide both services in your home, often coordinating treatment plans between therapists when you need comprehensive rehabilitation. Medicare covers both when medically necessary, and having them delivered at home means you’re practicing these skills in the actual environment where you need to use them.
Yes, Medicare Part B covers home-based physical therapy when you’re homebound and your doctor certifies it’s medically necessary. You’ll pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount after you meet your Part B deductible. For most patients, this means minimal out-of-pocket costs.
Medicare doesn’t limit the number of covered sessions based on arbitrary caps. Coverage continues as long as you’re showing improvement and therapy remains medically necessary. Your therapist documents progress and submits reports to Medicare justifying continued treatment.
We accept Medicare assignment, meaning we accept Medicare’s approved amount as full payment. We also work with nearly all commercial insurance plans, Medicare Advantage plans, and supplemental policies. Before starting treatment, we verify your coverage and explain any costs you’ll be responsible for. No surprises. Most Roosevelt patients find their insurance covers the full cost of home physical therapy, making it more affordable than clinic-based care when you factor in transportation costs and time.
Most patients start with 2-3 visits per week. That frequency gives you enough hands-on guidance to make progress while leaving time between sessions for your body to adapt and recover.
Session frequency depends on your condition and treatment goals. Acute post-surgery rehab might require 3 visits weekly initially, then taper to twice weekly as you improve. Stroke rehabilitation often maintains 2-3 sessions per week for several months. Fall prevention and balance training typically runs twice weekly for 8-12 weeks.
Each session lasts about 45-60 minutes. Your therapist arrives at a scheduled time that works with your routine. As you progress and become more independent with exercises, visit frequency may decrease to once weekly or shift to a maintenance schedule. The plan adjusts based on your improvement and what your insurance authorizes. You’re never locked into a rigid schedule that doesn’t match your needs or progress.
Your therapist arrives at your scheduled time, introduces themselves, and reviews your medical history and current concerns. They’ll ask about your pain levels, what movements are difficult, any recent falls, and what you want to be able to do that you can’t do now.
Then comes the physical evaluation. Your therapist assesses your strength, range of motion, balance, and how you move. They’ll watch you walk, stand from a chair, and perform basic movements. They also evaluate your home for fall risks like loose rugs, poor lighting, or furniture placement that creates obstacles.
After evaluation, they explain what they found and outline a treatment plan. You’ll do some initial exercises during this first visit so they can teach proper form and see how your body responds. Before leaving, they’ll give you exercises to practice before the next session and answer any questions. The first visit usually takes about an hour. You’ll have a clear understanding of what therapy will involve and what improvements you can expect.
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