Services

Below are the services Cosi offers at her office if you are local in the area. You may call at any time during business hours to schedule an appointment.

PHYSICAL THERAPY (PT) EVALUATION

The PT evaluation is an assessment done on the first visit by a licensed physical therapist to determine the baseline mobility status of a patient as well as learn about their specific needs. After a medical history is obtained, a focused exam is performed to assess skin integrity, muscle strength, and range of motion, as well as to evaluate for the presence of contractures, and neurological deficits. At the end of the initial evaluation, a plan of care is discussed with the patient that includes goals for mobility as determined by both the PT and the patient. The PT evaluation is a one hour session.

DISCOVERY CONSULT

This is a complimentary 15-minute session that allows you, as the patient, to “interview” your prospective physical therapist. I believe that a relationship deeply rooted in trust between provider and patient is crucial for a successful outcome and that this trust begins with a frank conversation in which you are able to ask your therapist all your questions! This discovery consult also allows the therapist to get to know you and what your goals and needs are. In effect, it gives us a “jumping” point from which to develop a plan of care specifically tailored to your needs.

PHYSICAL THERAPY FOLLOW UP VISIT

After the initial PT evaluation, patients will come into the clinic between 1 and 5 times a week depending on their particular needs in order to work on their mobility goals including muscle strengthening, range of motion, transfers, gait training, skin care management, and most importantly, education in the proper use of their prosthesis and its daily use. The PT follow up visits are one hour sessions.