An important decision: Choosing your health-care providers

One of the most important decisions you make pertain to your health and choosing your medical providers. While this may include a variety of physicians and nurses, you are the most important member of your own health care team! Therefore, it is essential that you choose the most appropriate health care professionals to meet your needs and this includes choosing the right physical therapist for you.

No doubt, when you are seeking health care, being referred to medical professionals can come from trustworthy sources. Friends, family, or other medical professionals may refer you to a physical therapist that worked best for them. However, just as you have done with your doctor or your dentist, you should research and choose the best choice for you.

Many physical therapists specialize in treating specific areas of the body, such as the back, neck, knee, hand, foot/ankle or shoulder. Other specialization's may include women's health, sports injuries, pre and post surgical, osteoporosis, or one of many other areas or physical therapy. You will most likely want to find a physical therapist that not only treats your condition, but has a reputation for being the best in the treatment you need.

You will also want to find a physical therapy clinic that accepts your health insurance, bills your insurance for your physical therapy services, and offers assistance with financing. Receiving care from a participating physical therapist with these types of financial aids should minimize your financial responsibility.

While your insurance company may require you to visit your primary care physician first to obtain a prescription, it is your choice to choose the best physical therapist for YOU. Choose a physical therapist that can offer you the best quality care possible, offers the hours your need, and specializes in the treatment of your specific injury, pain, or rehabilitation.

At Pinnacle Physical Therapy, we have a staff of highly trained physical therapists with a variety of specialties ranging from back and neck treatment, shoulder and knee treatment, pre and post operative therapy, pediatric physical therapy and women's health. Our therapy team has gone above and beyond to obtain continuing education and specialization in a variety of areas.

We know you deserve the best, and that is what we strive to be! We accept all forms of insurance, including Medicare and Medicaid, we bill insurance companies for you, and we offer financing options. We offer extended business hours at two convenient locations, one in Post Falls and one in Coeur d'Alene to accommodate busy schedules. Call today to set up your initial evaluation. It's never too early or too late to start getting rid of your pain!

Information: Post Falls - (208) 777-4242, Coeur d'Alene - (208) 665-2000 or visit us at www.pinnaclephysicaltherapy.org