Athletico Physical Therapy Increases Access to PT

Pain and injuries are never planned, but taking the first step toward recovery is now more convenient than ever. Athletico Physical Therapy has launched a new service where clinicians can quickly connect online with patients through telehealth technology for a virtual free assessment.

A virtual free assessment is a one-on-one conversation with a licensed healthcare professional, similar to the free assessments that are performed in-clinic. Only this time, they are performed through a secure online video chat and on a device such as a desktop, laptop, smartphone or tablet. This gives patients the flexibility to seek professional help at a time and place most convenient for them, whether it is in the morning, their lunch break, or after work.

Typically, assessments will last 30 minutes, with an Athletico healthcare expert discussing the patient’s bone, joint or muscle complaint, assessing movement and strength impairments, and providing recommendations on next steps for recovery. If you’d like to schedule a virtual free assessment, you can do so online at: www.athletico.com/VirtualFreeAssessment. Here are a few situations in which a virtual free assessment may be for you:

• Seasonal pain occurs – Many people are less active during the winter months, and lack of exercise and a sedentary lifestyle are among the most common causes of back pain. Athletico healthcare professionals can assess any discomfort and provide you with more information regarding recovery.
• Everyday tasks become challenging – Whether you are experiencing wrist pain while typing or having trouble using the can opener when cooking, sudden or gradual discomfort during everyday tasks is a warning sign that you should consider getting checked out by a professional.
• A nagging injury won’t go away – Are you a runner who is experiencing knee or ankle pain? If soreness from a sport or exercise lasts longer than one week, it may be time to make an appointment to ensure the injury is healing properly.

Athletico is among the first in the outpatient physical therapy space to offer virtual appointments through a live internet video feed. This is another example of the ways in which Athletico is increasing access to physical therapy services, such as welcoming patients in many states including in Iowa through “direct access,” which lets patients seek physical therapy treatment without a doctor’s prescription and offering early morning, evening and weekend appointments.

Whether you have lingering pain, general soreness, or any sudden or gradual discomfort, getting an assessment is fast, free, convenient and just a few clicks away.