Telehealth Physical Therapy

California telehealth physical therapy involves delivering physical therapy services remotely through video conferencing or other digital platforms. This approach allows patients to connect with licensed physical therapists for evaluation, treatment, and guidance without needing to visit a clinic or hospital. Here's how it works and how it can help:

How Telehealth Physical Therapy Works

1. Initial Consultation:

   • Patients schedule a telehealth appointment through a provider's platform or app.
   • A licensed physical therapist evaluates the patient's condition through a detailed history, discussion of symptoms, and observation of movement patterns via video.

2. Treatment Plan Development:

   • Based on the evaluation, the therapist creates a personalized treatment plan, which may include exercises, stretches, and lifestyle recommendations.

3. Virtual Sessions:

   • Patients attend live sessions where therapists guide them through exercises, monitor their form, and adjust the plan as needed.
   • Some platforms may offer pre-recorded videos or app-based programs for continued self-guided practice.

4. Progress Monitoring:

   • Therapists track progress through regular virtual check-ins and make modifications to the treatment plan as necessary.

5. Technology Support:

   • Telehealth platforms often provide tools for messaging, progress tracking, and reminders to keep patients engaged in their care.

How Telehealth Physical Therapy Can Help You

1. Convenience:

   • Eliminates the need for travel, making it easier for patients with mobility challenges or busy schedules to access care.

2. Accessibility:

   • Beneficial for people in remote or underserved areas with limited access to in-person physical therapy services.

3. Continuity of Care:

   • Helps maintain consistent treatment, especially for chronic conditions or post-surgery rehabilitation, even when patients cannot visit a clinic.

4. Cost-Effectiveness:

   • Reduces expenses associated with travel and may lower healthcare costs due to fewer in-person visits.

5. Safety:

   • Allows patients to receive care from the comfort of their homes, minimizing exposure to illnesses or injuries during travel.

6. Personalized Attention:

   • Telehealth often facilitates one-on-one sessions, ensuring the therapist can focus entirely on the patient's needs.

Who Can Benefit from Telehealth Physical Therapy?

• Patients recovering from surgery or injury.
• Individuals managing conditions such as lymphedema, cancer or low back pain.
• Those looking for guidance on improving mobility, flexibility, or strength.
• People with difficulty traveling to an Outpatient Physical Therapy clinic or California clients living beyond the service area of Mobile Physical Therapy and Wellness.

At Mobile Physical Therapy and Wellness, Dr. Elizabeth Baillie PT, DPT, CLT offers Online Virtual Physical Therapy visits to California residents only. 

Virtual online telehealth visits at MPTW are easy to follow and use a fully HIPPA, GDPR and PIPEDA compliant site.

No downloads or additional app installs required. Launch from any device or browser.

You will be sent a secure link to join the appointment at your scheduled date & time.

Telehealth is not offered at this time by Mobile Physical Therapy and Wellness for clients with Medicare Part B insurance coverage.

 While telehealth physical therapy is effective for many, certain conditions may require in-person treatment. It’s essential to consult with a physical therapist to determine the most appropriate approach for your specific needs.

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