Telehealth is in full swing.
Here’s how it works and why we’re doing it.
The Radius Physical + Sports Rehab Team of Providers wishes to announce they are available to support new and existing patients with the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal aches/pains/injuries, in the comfort and safety of their own homes, over the internet via Telehealth appointments. Radius’ health care professionals can achieve tremendous treatment progress through such virtual visits, which are increasingly being accepted by insurance carriers. And, electing this treatment modality can help lessen the burden on primary care MDs, and Urgent Care and Emergency Room personnel who are fighting Covid-19 right now.
At Radius we understand that the Covid-19 virus has created an unprecedented challenge to our health care system. At the same time however, we appreciate that individuals still suffer from other, often very painful conditions, injuries and musculoskeletal symptoms. If you are enduring such a condition, the Radius team is available to help you identify, treat, and recover from it, safely and effectively.
How it Works
Schedule through phone, email, or online form submission.
New Patients will receive online medical history and current condition paperwork. It’s all electronic, so no need to print off or send back - it uploads straight to your provider when you click ‘save’.
Follow the link through your email to attend the session. Check out our tips below on how to prepare for your appointment, and what to expect.
What to Expect
New Patient Functional Exam
Medical History
Your provider will review your medical history with you, including all factors that may be contributing to your condition. This baseline understanding of where you've been helps uncover indications and contraindications toward rendering a diagnosis.
Orthopedic/Neuromuscular Tests + Functional Movement Analysis
Every injury or pain condition is different. In order for your provider to pinpoint the origin of your pain (not always right where it hurts!), he/she performs relevant orthopedic tests which rule in or rule out the root cause. This portion of the exam is often active, rather than sedentary (like medical history discussion).
Diagnosis + Report of Findings
We are all about education. Once an accurate diagnosis is rendered, we share our findings with you - in easily understood terms. It's helpful to understand why pain may have come about, and what types of repetitive movements or sustained postures exacerbate the condition.
Rehabilitation at 1st Visit
We don't like to waste time - yours or ours. If you are a candidate for care, based on your diagnosis, we will proceed with rehabilitation right away to get you on your way to full recovery.
Existing Patient Follow Up Visit
Check In
Your provider will begin by getting on the same page. He/she may ask how you’re doing and how your current symptoms are present and improving. This is a great opportunity to ask clinical questions, and get them answered.
Active Rehabilitation
Your provider will walk you through customized exercises and stretches relevant to your injury or condition in real time to ensure you’re performing them properly. To fit your progress, you’ll be prescribed new rehab to work on during and after the visit. In addition to assisting the tissue in healing properly, the rehab program addresses imbalances and weaknesses identified in the diagnostic exam. Retraining the neuromuscular connection (muscle memory) serves to alleviate symptoms and prevent the same condition from arising down the road.
Follow Up
After your visit we’ll email you a summary of the rehab covered and newly prescribed, along with descriptions. Feel free to reply to the email with any questions.
Tips to Prepare For Your Session
FAQs
What if I don’t have the rehab equipment I might need?
We are currently offering curb side pick up for: Lacrosse Balls, Long Resistance Bands (varying in strength), Door Anchors for Resistance Tube Bands, Back Supports, Foam Rollers and more. Please drop us a line via phone or email to request your items and pick up time. We collect payment over the phone, or through a credit card on file.
How much does it cost?
Telehealth is increasingly being accepted by insurance carriers. With any scheduled appointment, we are happy to verify your coverage when you fill out your plan information here. Outside of insurance, New Patient Examinations will be about 50 minutes in duration and are priced at $99 (regularly $150 in-clinic). Established patient appointments will be about 20-25 minutes in duration and are priced at $59 (regularly $110 in-clinic). Payment is collected at time of service, our regular 24 hour cancellation policy applies.