FAQs
Important things to know so you can get the most out of your Physical Therapy
Do I need a referral for PT?
No! in the state of Colorado, no referral is needed to see a Physical Therapist. You are always welcome to contact your primary care physician first, but it’s not necessary.
What conditions do you treat?
We primarily treat orthopedic conditions from head to toe. We also can do preventative or recovery sessions for those who want to feel their best. We also offer wellness PT sessions which are holistic in nature and focus on overall well-being.
If you are unsure contact Team Summit Physio & Performance for a FREE discovery call to see if you are good fit. Continue reading to learn more.
How to prepare for your initial evaluation
Step 1: Register your account with PtEverywhere
When you schedule your initial evaluation, you will receive a confirmation email from from Summit Physio. In that email are simple instructions for setting up your PtEverywhere account, which is our patient portal. Please do that so you can move to step 2. Your registration link is active for 7 days after scheduling the appointment, so create your account after you have booked your appointment. If you don’t see a confirmation email in your inbox, please check your spam folder or contact Summit Physio & Performance for help. Contact us if your registration link has expired.
Step 2: Fill out your new client forms
Once you set up your PtEverywhere account, log on and fill out the patient intake documents, under the “Documents” tab. Please do this prior to the day of your appointment so your provider can best serve you. Please enter in your credit card, or HSA/FDA information within your intake, we require this as a company policy.
Once you have an initial evaluation scheduled, please follow the steps below to prepare for your appointment
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What to expect in your initial evaluation
What happens in the initial evaluation?
During you initial evaluation, your physical therapist will map out your symptoms on a body chart, take a detailed medical history & conduct subjective exam. An individualized evaluation will be performed to determine the root cause of your symptoms or problems. This will include things like a range of motion assessment, flexibility assessment, strength assessment, special testing, and functional testing.
Will I receive treatment during the initial evaluation?
Your physical therapist will typically perform a trial treatment in order to start the healing process on the first day. This may include dry needling, myofascial decompression (cup therapy), soft tissue work, joint manipulation or mobilization or a combination of several interventions. You will always receive a personalized home exercise program by the end of the session.
What should I wear?
Please wear comfortable athletic clothes to your appointment. You need to be able to move your body and your PT needs access to your torso, arms and lower body. Ideal attire is athletic shorts and a sports bra for those who need it.
What next?
After your first appointment, you will have a better understanding of what may be contributing to your pain, mobility, problem, or performance issue. You will leave with a customized home exercise program through Medbridge. You will have the best results if you follow the plan your physical therapist gives you.
After you initial evaluation
How do I access my home exercise program?
After your first appointment, you will have a better understanding of what may be contributing to your pain, mobility, problem, or performance issue. You will leave with a customized home exercise program through Medbridge. Your physical therapist will send you a text and email with instructions to set up your account through the app Medbridge Go. You also will recieve an printout or PDF of your program. Let us know if you have trouble accessing your account. You will have the best results if you follow the plan your physical therapist gives you.
Your Physical Therapist will determine the optimal number of sessions to help you achieve your goals. Your PT can schedule your follow up sessions in clinic or click the button on the left to self schedule.
Schedule your follow up sessions
