You’re not looking for someone to hand you a printout of exercises and send you on your way. You need a physical therapist who shows up, pays attention, and actually helps you get back to the things that matter—walking without fear, cooking dinner without pain, or just feeling steady on your feet again.
That’s what in-home physical therapy does. It removes the barrier of getting to a clinic when you’re already dealing with limited mobility, post-surgery fatigue, or balance issues. You get one-on-one attention in your own environment, where your therapist can see how you actually move through your day.
For older adults in West Hills—where nearly 21% of residents are over 65—fall prevention and balance training aren’t just buzzwords. They’re the difference between staying independent and needing help with everything. Gait training, strength work, and neurological rehabilitation all happen in the place where you’ll actually use those skills: your home.
Recovery isn’t about checking boxes. It’s about regaining confidence, reducing pain, and getting back to your routine without someone rushing you out the door after 20 minutes.
We’ve been providing in-home physical therapy across Long Island for over 14 years. That means we’ve worked with hundreds of patients who’ve dealt with stroke recovery, joint pain, post-surgical rehab, and the kind of mobility challenges that come with aging in a community like West Hills.
We’re not a corporate chain. We’re licensed therapists who accept Medicare and most commercial insurance, and we treat every patient like they’re part of the family—not because it sounds nice, but because that’s how we operate. You’ll work with the same therapist throughout your care, so there’s continuity and trust, not a rotating door of strangers.
West Hills has one of the highest median household incomes on Long Island, and with that comes access to quality healthcare. We’re here to make sure that access includes therapy you can actually get to—or better yet, therapy that comes to you.
It starts with a phone call. We’ll verify your insurance, talk through what’s going on, and schedule your first session at a time that works for you. No waiting rooms. No intake paperwork while you’re standing at a counter.
Your therapist comes to your home and does a full evaluation. They’ll ask about your pain, your goals, your limitations, and what you’re hoping to get back to. Then they’ll assess your strength, balance, range of motion, and movement patterns in the actual environment where you live.
From there, you’ll get a personalized treatment plan. That might include therapeutic exercise, resistance and strength training, balance work, joint mobilization, or neuromuscular re-education depending on what you need. Each session builds on the last, and your therapist adjusts the plan as you improve.
You’re not locked into a rigid schedule. If you’re recovering from surgery, we might see you multiple times a week at first, then taper as you get stronger. If you’re working on fall prevention or managing a chronic condition, we’ll find a rhythm that keeps you progressing without overwhelming your calendar.
Sessions typically last 45 minutes to an hour. You’ll get hands-on treatment, guided exercise, and homework you can actually do. And because we accept Medicare and most insurance, cost doesn’t have to be a barrier.
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We specialize in the kind of therapy that keeps people independent. That includes fall prevention programs—critical in a town where over a third of adults are between 45 and 64, and another 21% are 65 or older. Falls are one of the leading causes of injury in this age group, and balance training, gait training, and proprioceptive work can significantly reduce that risk.
If you’ve had a stroke, we offer neurological rehabilitation that focuses on regaining movement, coordination, and function. Stroke recovery takes time, and doing it at home means your therapist can help you relearn daily tasks in the context where you’ll actually perform them.
Post-surgery rehab is another core service. Whether it’s a knee replacement, hip surgery, or spinal procedure, we’ll guide you through pre- and post-op care so you heal correctly and avoid complications. We also treat joint pain, sports injuries, and chronic conditions that limit your mobility or quality of life.
Occupational therapy is available as well, often in coordination with physical therapy. That means we can address both your movement and your ability to perform everyday activities—dressing, cooking, bathing—so your recovery is comprehensive, not piecemeal.
And because 97% of West Hills residents have health coverage, and 16.4% are on Medicare, we make sure our services are accessible. We handle the insurance verification, and we’re transparent about what’s covered before we start.
Yes. Medicare Part B covers outpatient physical therapy when it’s medically necessary and provided by a licensed therapist. That includes in-home therapy if your doctor orders it and you meet the criteria—typically meaning you have difficulty leaving your home due to illness, injury, or disability.
We accept Medicare and handle the verification process for you. Most patients with Medicare pay a copay or coinsurance after their deductible is met, but the majority of your treatment cost is covered. We’ll walk you through what to expect before your first visit so there are no surprises.
If you have a Medicare Advantage plan or a supplemental plan, coverage can vary slightly, but we work with nearly all commercial insurances as well. The key is that you don’t have to figure this out on your own—we do the legwork and keep you informed.
It depends on what you’re recovering from and what your goals are. If you just had surgery, you might need therapy two to three times per week for the first few weeks, then scale back as you improve. If you’re working on balance, fall prevention, or managing a chronic condition, once or twice a week might be enough.
Your therapist will recommend a schedule based on your evaluation, and it’s not set in stone. As you get stronger or more mobile, frequency can decrease. If you hit a plateau or have a setback, we can increase sessions temporarily.
The goal isn’t to keep you in therapy forever. It’s to get you functional, confident, and independent again. Most patients see significant improvement within four to eight weeks, but that timeline varies. We’ll be honest with you about what’s realistic and adjust the plan as you progress.
We treat a wide range of conditions, but the most common in West Hills are related to aging, surgery, and neurological issues. That includes stroke rehabilitation, where we help you regain movement and coordination after a cerebrovascular event. We also work with patients recovering from joint replacements, spinal surgeries, fractures, and other orthopedic procedures.
Fall prevention is a major focus, especially for older adults. We use balance training, gait training, and strength work to reduce fall risk and improve confidence. If you’ve already fallen and are dealing with the aftermath—whether that’s a fracture, fear of falling again, or general weakness—we address that too.
We also treat chronic joint pain, arthritis, sports injuries, and conditions like Parkinson’s or multiple sclerosis that affect movement and function. If you’re dealing with limited mobility, pain, or weakness that’s keeping you from doing what you want to do, there’s a good chance we can help.
Physical therapy focuses on movement—strength, balance, flexibility, and pain reduction. If you’re having trouble walking, standing, or moving without pain, that’s where a physical therapist comes in. We work on the mechanics of how your body moves and help you rebuild function after injury, surgery, or illness.
Occupational therapy focuses on daily activities—dressing, bathing, cooking, and other tasks that make up your routine. An occupational therapist helps you adapt to limitations or relearn skills so you can live as independently as possible. They might recommend assistive devices, teach energy conservation techniques, or work on fine motor skills.
In many cases, you benefit from both. If you’ve had a stroke, for example, you might need physical therapy to regain leg strength and balance, and occupational therapy to relearn how to use your arm for daily tasks. We coordinate both services so your care is comprehensive and nothing falls through the cracks.
Most sessions last between 45 minutes and an hour. That gives your therapist enough time to do hands-on treatment, guide you through exercises, assess your progress, and answer any questions you have. It’s not rushed.
The structure of each session depends on what you’re working on. You might start with some manual therapy or joint mobilization to reduce pain and improve range of motion. Then you’ll move into therapeutic exercises—strength training, balance work, gait training, or whatever your plan calls for. Your therapist will also give you exercises to do between sessions so you keep progressing.
Some patients need shorter sessions early on if they fatigue easily, and that’s fine. We adjust based on your tolerance and energy level. The goal is to challenge you enough to make progress without overdoing it and causing a setback.
It depends on your insurance. Medicare and most insurance plans require a physician’s order for physical therapy, which means your doctor needs to refer you or approve the treatment. That’s usually a quick process—your doctor writes a prescription for PT, and we take it from there.
Some states allow direct access to physical therapy, meaning you can see a therapist without a referral, but insurance coverage is a different story. Even if you’re legally allowed to start therapy without a doctor’s order, your insurance might not pay for it unless there’s a referral on file.
We’ll help you figure out what’s required for your specific situation. If you need a referral, we can coordinate with your doctor’s office to get it. If you’re paying out of pocket, you have more flexibility. Either way, we make the process as simple as possible so you can start treatment without unnecessary delays.
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