Have you heard about Telehealth therapy?
In view of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has caused the closing of many health-care centers, we as medical practitioners are working tirelessly to provide the best quality care to our patients while limiting the transmission of this illness.
Telehealth has arisen as an excellent way for people to continue seeking medical services while being in the privacy and safety of their own homes. Through delivering treatment online rather than in person, we will keep both our patients and PT services comfortable and stable.
For more information on our telehealth services and how they may benefit you, feel free to call us at (480) 921-9000, 480-597-4241 schedule a telehealth appointment with our website chatbot, OR click here to schedule your virtual appointment!
What is Telehealth?
Telehealth is a way for medical professionals, such as doctors and physical therapists, to provide patients with great treatment even though they are attending the session from a remote place, such as their home.
At Orthopedic Sports Therapy, our telehealth services offer a live appointment where you can meet with our physical therapist about your problem, have a full evaluation and develop a treatment plan.
Telehealth programs can be accessed by smartphone or other device, allowing you to complete physical therapy sessions from the convenience of your own home. You’ll also be able to track your results and see how you’re doing as your therapy progresses.
At any point, you can also message one of our physical therapists to ask questions or get advice about your condition.
Is Telehealth safe?
In addition to allowing for the practice of social distancing, as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, telehealth also has other benefits for patients.
As stated by the American Physical Therapy Association, just a few of these include:
- “Patients typically in clinical or hospital settings could be managed from their homes
- Telehealth can facilitate consultation between providers or in clinical education
- Quicker screening, assessment, and referrals can improve care coordination within collaborative delivery models such as accountable care organizations or patient-centered medical homes”
What issues and conditions can Telehealth therapy treat?
There are tons of conditions that Telehealth therapy can help to treat. Some of the most common ones are:
- Back pain
- Arthritis pain
- Post-surgical rehab
- Headaches/migraines
- Injury rehab
- Fibromyalgia, Parkinson’s Disease, and other chronic conditions
- Sports medicine/athletic training
- Respiratory issues
If your condition is not listed above, feel free to contact our office to find out if telehealth physical therapy is a good fit for you.
Ready to get started?
The worst seems to be behind us in this pandemic, however, we don’t know what lies ahead.
At Orthopedic Sports Therapy in Ahwatukee, Biltmore and Tempe, AZ, we want you to know that we are here for you no matter what. We genuinely care about the health of every one of our patients, which is why we believe telehealth services are a great option for the time being.
We still want to be able to serve our patients in the best ways possible. It allows patients to continue personalized PT plans, in order to maintain and build on their progress.
To learn more about how you can set up our telehealth services on your smartphone or computer, give us a call today at (480) 921-9000.
Stay calm and stay healthy. We are here to help you stay on track with your physical therapy program.