You shouldn’t have to choose between getting the care you need and staying comfortable at home. Transportation is hard enough when your knee hurts or your balance isn’t what it used to be. Add in Russell Gardens traffic and the stress of getting to appointments on time, and therapy starts feeling like another burden instead of a solution.
In-home physical therapy removes that friction entirely. Your therapist comes to you, works with you in the space where you actually live, and builds a treatment plan around your daily routine. That means exercises you can practice right there in your hallway, balance training using your own furniture, and gait training on the surfaces you walk on every day.
The result is faster progress because you’re training in your real environment. You’re more likely to stick with your exercises when they’re designed for your home. And you avoid the exhausting cycle of arranging rides, rushing to appointments, and spending energy on travel instead of recovery.
We’ve been providing in-home physical therapy and occupational therapy across Long Island since 2010. We’re also affiliated with Physical Therapy Associates of Smithtown, established in 2000, and Speonk Physical Therapy, established in 2004. That’s over two decades of combined experience treating patients in their homes.
Russell Gardens has one of the highest concentrations of retirees on Long Island, and we’ve built our practice around what that community actually needs. You’re not getting a one-size-fits-all approach designed for athletes or post-op patients in their thirties. You’re getting therapists who specialize in fall prevention, balance training, arthritis management, and neurological rehabilitation for older adults who want to stay in their homes safely.
We accept Medicare and nearly all commercial insurance plans. Our team is licensed, our processes are secure, and our focus is on helping you regain confidence in your movement without the hassle of clinic visits.
It starts with a phone call. We verify your insurance, confirm Medicare coverage if applicable, and schedule your first evaluation at a time that works for you. No need to arrange transportation or leave early to beat traffic.
Your physical therapist arrives at your home and conducts a full assessment. They’ll evaluate your strength, balance, range of motion, and any pain or mobility limitations you’re experiencing. This isn’t a quick check-in. It’s a thorough evaluation that looks at how you move in your actual environment, which gives us better information than watching you walk across a clinic floor.
From there, your therapist builds a personalized treatment plan. If you’re recovering from surgery, that might include therapeutic exercise and resistance training. If you’re dealing with balance issues or a history of falls, we focus on proprioceptive training and gait training. If arthritis or joint pain is limiting your movement, we use manual therapy and strength-building exercises to restore function.
Sessions typically happen one to three times per week depending on your needs and insurance coverage. Your therapist will also give you exercises to practice between visits, all designed to fit into your daily routine. Progress is tracked, treatment is adjusted as you improve, and the goal is always the same: help you move better, hurt less, and stay independent.
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Falls are the leading cause of injury for adults over 65, and Russell Gardens’ aging population faces this risk daily. Our fall prevention program includes balance training, proprioceptive exercises, and gait training designed to reduce your fall risk by improving stability and coordination. Research shows that physical therapy after diagnosis can lower fall risk by 86% when started within three months.
If you’re recovering from a stroke or managing a neurological condition like Parkinson’s, our neurological rehabilitation services focus on rebuilding strength, improving coordination, and retraining movement patterns. We also provide pre and post-surgery rehabilitation for joint replacements, fractures, and other procedures that require structured recovery.
Chronic joint pain and arthritis affect nearly half of adults over 65. Our approach combines therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and resistance training to improve mobility, reduce pain, and restore function without relying on medications that come with side effects. For those dealing with injuries or recovering from illness, we offer injury rehabilitation and occupational therapy to help you regain the ability to perform daily tasks safely and independently.
Every treatment plan is Medicare-approved when applicable, and we work directly with your insurance to minimize paperwork and out-of-pocket costs. You get the care you need without the administrative headache.
Yes. Medicare Part B covers outpatient physical therapy when it’s medically necessary and prescribed by your doctor. That includes therapy delivered in your home if you have difficulty leaving due to mobility issues, chronic conditions, or recovery needs.
To qualify, your doctor needs to certify that you’re homebound, meaning leaving your home requires considerable effort due to illness, injury, or disability. You don’t have to be completely bedridden. You just need a legitimate medical reason that makes getting to a clinic difficult or unsafe.
We’re a Medicare-certified provider. We handle the verification and billing directly with Medicare, so you’re not stuck navigating the paperwork yourself. Most patients pay a 20% coinsurance after meeting their deductible, but your specific costs depend on your plan and whether you’ve met your annual deductible.
It depends on your condition and what your doctor recommends. Most patients start with two to three sessions per week during the initial phase of treatment when progress happens fastest. As you improve, frequency typically drops to once a week or every other week for maintenance and continued strengthening.
Each session lasts about 45 to 60 minutes. Your therapist will spend that time working directly with you on exercises, manual therapy, balance training, or whatever your treatment plan requires. They’ll also give you exercises to do between visits, which is critical for making progress.
Insurance coverage also plays a role. Medicare and most commercial plans have annual caps or visit limits, so we structure your treatment plan to maximize results within those boundaries. If you’re recovering from surgery or a serious injury, you might need more frequent visits early on. If you’re working on fall prevention or managing a chronic condition, a less intensive schedule might be appropriate.
Physical therapy focuses on improving your movement, strength, balance, and mobility. If you’re struggling to walk safely, recovering from a fall, dealing with joint pain, or rebuilding strength after surgery, that’s physical therapy. The goal is to help you move better and reduce pain.
Occupational therapy focuses on helping you perform daily activities more easily and safely. That includes things like getting dressed, preparing meals, bathing, or managing household tasks. If a stroke, injury, or chronic condition has made it harder to do the things you used to do without thinking, occupational therapy retrains those skills.
Many patients benefit from both, especially after a stroke or major surgery. Your physical therapist might work on strengthening your legs and improving your balance, while your occupational therapist helps you practice getting in and out of the shower safely or using adaptive equipment to make daily tasks easier. We provide both services in your home, and we coordinate care between therapists when needed so you’re not repeating the same information or getting conflicting advice.
It’s not just exercises. It’s targeted training designed to address the specific reasons you’re at risk of falling in the first place. Balance problems don’t happen in a vacuum. They’re usually caused by a combination of muscle weakness, reduced flexibility, poor coordination, vision changes, or neurological issues. Physical therapy identifies which factors are affecting you and builds a program to address them.
Balance training includes static exercises like holding a single-leg stance and dynamic exercises like walking heel-to-toe or practicing weight shifts. Proprioceptive training improves your body’s ability to sense where it is in space, which is critical for catching yourself if you start to lose balance. Gait training focuses on improving how you walk, including stride length, foot placement, and posture.
Research backs this up. One study found that physical therapy after a fall-risk diagnosis reduced fall rates by 86% when patients started treatment within three months. Another found that seniors who completed a structured balance program had significantly fewer falls compared to those who didn’t receive therapy. The exercises work because they’re specific, progressive, and designed around your actual limitations, not generic routines pulled from a handout.
Wear comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely. Your therapist will need to see how you walk, bend, and perform certain movements, so avoid anything too restrictive. Athletic shoes or supportive footwear are better than slippers or socks, especially if we’re working on balance or gait training.
Clear a space where you can move around safely. You don’t need a home gym. Just enough room to take a few steps, practice standing exercises, or lie down on a mat if needed. If you have any assistive devices like a walker, cane, or grab bars, keep them nearby so your therapist can see how you’re currently managing.
Have your insurance card, a list of current medications, and any relevant medical records or doctor’s notes ready. If you’ve had recent imaging like X-rays or MRIs, or if you’ve seen a specialist about your condition, bring those reports. The more information your therapist has upfront, the better they can tailor your treatment plan to what’s actually going on.
Most patients notice some improvement within the first few weeks, but the timeline depends on what you’re treating and how severe the issue is. If you’re recovering from a knee replacement, you might regain basic mobility within a month but need several more months to rebuild full strength and range of motion. If you’re working on balance after a fall, you might feel steadier within two to three weeks as your coordination improves.
Chronic conditions like arthritis or neurological issues take longer because the goal isn’t a full recovery—it’s managing symptoms and maintaining function over time. You might see pain reduction or improved mobility within a month, but ongoing therapy helps prevent decline and keeps you moving safely.
Consistency matters more than anything. Patients who stick with their prescribed exercises between sessions and show up for appointments see faster, more lasting results. Skipping sessions or ignoring home exercises slows progress significantly. Your therapist will track your improvement at each visit and adjust your plan as you get stronger, so you’re always working at the right level for where you are in your recovery.
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