What to Expect From a Physical Therapy Visit

Physical therapy at Graham Physical Therapy is individualized, collaborative, and uncrushed. Every visit is one-on-one, and your goals guide the plan from start to finish.

Your First visit

Your initial session is focused on understanding your body, your symptoms, and what matters most to you.

• We’ll start with a detailed conversation, including:

  • Your questions, concerns, and goals

  • Your medical history and current symptoms

  • Daily activities, work, and movement patterns that may be contributing

  • A personalized treatment plan

  • Recommended visit frequency

  • Initial home exercises, when appropriate

Next, we’ll complete a comprehensive evaluation, which may include:

• Observation of posture and movement

• Assessment of joints, muscles, nerves, and fascia

• Evaluation of strength, mobility, coordination, and pain patterns

• Whole-body assessment as needed

  • Including spine, hips, ribs, and extremities

Treatment during the visit may include:

• Hands-on manual therapy such as

  • Joint and soft tissue mobilization

  • Fascial mobilization

• Trigger pint dry needling, when appropraite

• Guided, individualized exercise

• Education to help you understand your symptoms and how to work with your body

Session length: Approximately one hour

You’ll leave with: A clear understanding of what we’re addressing and why

Follow-up Visits

Each visit builds on progress made in prior sessions.

You can expect:

• One-on-one treatment with the same physical therapist

• Ongoing assessment and progression of care

• Continued discussion and education

• Approximately one hour per session

You’ll always leave knowing:

• What we did each visit and why

• Any changes made to your treatment or plan.

Your Final Visit

When you’re ready for discharge, the focus shifts to independence and confidence.

You will leave with:

• A clear plan to manage symptoms on your own

• Strategies to reduce the risk of symptoms returning

• Tools to support long-term movement and function

Important Notes

• Every visit is tailored to your body, symptoms, and goals

• Only one patient is scheduled per hour so your care is never rushed

• Your input and questions are essential parts of the process