Q&As
What makes Root to Rise Physical Therapy different?
Root to Rise Physical Therapy provides one-on-one, individualized care focused on identifying and addressing the underlying contributors to your pain or movement limitations. Every treatment is tailored to your body’s unique needs, with ongoing assessment and hands-on care that evolves as you progress.
Do I need a referral to start physical therapy?
No. Root to Rise Physical Therapy is a cash-based practice, so a physician referral is not required to schedule an appointment.
What happens during my first visit?
Your first visit includes a conversation about your health history, goals, and what brings you in. From there, treatment begins right away with a hands-on assessment and individualized care. Rather than a lengthy evaluation, we continually assess how your body responds throughout each session, allowing your treatment to evolve with you.
How long are appointments?
Appointments are typically 60 minutes and are always one-on-one. This dedicated time allows for hands-on treatment, ongoing assessment, education, and individualized care without feeling rushed.
What conditions do you treat?
We help individuals experiencing orthopedic injuries, chronic pain, headaches, TMJ dysfunction, dizziness, nerve related pain, sports injuries, post-surgical recovery, pelvic floor dysfunction, movement limitations, and many other musculoskeletal conditions.
Do you offer dry needling?
Yes. Dry needling is used when clinically appropriate as part of a comprehensive treatment plan to reduce pain, release muscle tension, improve movement, and support nervous system regulation.
Will I receive hands-on treatment?
Yes. Hands-on treatment is a cornerstone of care at Root to Rise Physical Therapy. Your sessions may include manual therapy, joint mobilization or manipulation, myofascial release, dry needling, instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM), cupping, and other techniques based on what your body needs that day.
What if I’ve tried physical therapy?
Many of our patients come to us after previous treatments haven’t provided lasting relief. Our approach focuses on understanding the underlying contributors to your symptoms and adapting treatment throughout your recovery rather than following a standard protocol.
Do you accept insurance?
To provide the highest level of individualized care, Root to Rise Physical Therapy is a cash-based practice. This allows us to spend the time your care deserves and tailor treatment to your needs rather than insurance guidelines. We do not bill insurance or provide documentation for insurance reimbursement.
What does “finding the root cause” mean?
Pain is often influenced by factors beyond the area where you feel symptoms. At Root to Rise Physical Therapy, we look at how your joints, muscles, movement patterns, nervous system, and daily activities work together. By identifying the underlying contributors, we create a treatment plan that supports lasting improvement rather than simply managing symptoms.
How many visits will I need?
Every person heals differently, so there is no one-size-fits-all treatment plan. Your progress is reassessed at each visit, and together we’ll determine the frequency and duration of care based on your goals and how your body responds.
