North County Water and Sports Therapy - March 2021

Eliminate pain! Get back to life sooner with less time away from work and the things you love with physical therapy. Research has demonstrated early access to physical therapy reduces the need for surgery, opioid medication, extra doctor visits, and injections. This research is strong enough to convince two large U.S. insurance companies (Tricare and United Health Care) to waive the out-of-pocket patient responsibility cost (copay and deductible) for some, if not all, therapy sessions for individuals with low back pain. HOW DOES PHYSICAL THERAPY HELP? 1. Our therapists are experts in back pain. As body movement specialists, they will evaluate and explain what is going on with your back, helping you make the best decision for your health in addressing your back pain. 2. Our therapists educate you on ways to protect the area and keep you moving while recovering from a back injury. 3. Our therapists provide individualized treatment plans, guiding you back to the activities you love to do. FAQ 1. Do I need a physician prescription or referral? No: In the state of California, you are allowed Direct Access to physical therapy services. That means you can seek safe, quality physical therapy without the delay of first seeing your physician for a referral. DO YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW HAVE BACK PAIN?

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2. Do I have to come into the clinic for treatment? No: At North County Water and Sports Therapy Center, we offer virtual, real-time video visits, referred to as telehealth, so you do not have to put off treatment. This is a good alternative if you have difficulty traveling to our clinic or are quarantined due to COVID-19. 3. How does the therapist know nothing really bad is going on? Our Doctors of Physical Therapy screen for signs and symptoms considered ì red flags.î If any concerns arise, your therapist will discuss recommendations and communicate with your physician, guiding you to the most appropriate treatment.

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BE IN LESS PAIN TOMORROW. CALL OUR OFFICE TODAY AT 858-675-1133 TO GET STARTED.

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