3 physical therapy services patients will expect you to offer going forward
The field of physical therapy is one of the fastest-growing sectors in health care. Experts suggest that this boom in physical therapy is due to more patients seeking out nonsurgical options for their care, as well as an increase in the average age of patients. There are now an estimated 38,800 physical therapy clinics in […]
Think physical therapy is a waste of time? Here are 5 potential PT benefits that may change your mind
As physical therapists, we hear all of the bad things people say about our profession: Physical therapy is a scam! Physical therapy is a waste of time! Physical therapy doesn’t even help! None of those things are true. We’ve seen firsthand how physical therapy can help people recover from injuries, manage pain and improve their […]
3 financial indicators to look at if you’re wondering how much your outpatient physical therapy practice is worth
The physical therapy industry is a highly fragmented one that is made up of mostly small, regional practices. You may be considering a partnership for your physical therapy practice, and you want to assess how much your outpatient physical therapy practice is really worth. You don’t want to undersell the business you have worked hard […]
3 common steps to expect when selling your physical therapy practice
You could be selling your physical therapy practice for a variety of reasons. Whether it be because you are seeking further resources for your practice, or because you want to move on to a new project, there is a spectrum of circumstances that motivate sellers and buyers in the industry. If you’re looking into selling, […]
The Alliance Partnership Process
Partnership through acquisition for any practice owner is not an easy decision but partnering with the right organization like Alliance Physical Therapy Partners, can help with the transition process every step of the way. We understand the importance of establishing a relationship with practice owners and building a solid foundation from the start. The […]
3 challenges you may face when building a physical therapy franchise on your own
If you’re looking to build a physical therapy franchise on your own, this decision can be very beneficial for your practice. Many people decide to build a franchise for many reasons, including brand freedom and more focus on caring for patients. 3 challenges of building a PT franchise with no support Building a physical therapy […]
4 cervicogenic headache exercises you’ll want to know about when your head starts pounding
A cervicogenic headache is throbbing pain that most often starts at the base of the skull, where your neck meets your head. The headache usually becomes worse, spreading from the neck into the back and sides of the head. Cervicogenic headache pain is usually felt on one side of the head, but can also spread […]
Why would your podiatrist send you to physical therapy for plantar fasciitis?
Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of chronic heel pain. It occurs when the plantar fascia, a band of tissue that stretches from the heel bone to the base of the toes, becomes damaged, torn or inflamed due to stress. This causes pain in the heels and arches of the feet while […]
The top 3 reasons people go looking for physiotherapy near them
Physiotherapy is the professional treatment of injury, disease and deformity, by trained health care providers. Physiotherapists employ a variety of methods including manual manipulation and exercise to treat a plethora of different health conditions. It can be used to deal with existing conditions and as a preventive means of care. An interesting fact that not […]
Top 3 changes your physical therapy clinic could be facing over the next decade
The physical therapy industry is one that is constantly evolving with time. Industry standards and regulations are always changing. If you’re a physical therapy practice owner, you’re probably well aware of this. It can be difficult to know exactly what changes your PT clinic will face over the years, but here are a few different […]
4 challenges your administrative team may face in 2022 due to the No Surprises Act
The No Surprises Act is a new bill designed to help protect patients from unexpected costs related to their health care. It applies to patients who are paying for their care without insurance. The majority of the bill focuses on emergency situations. But the No Surprises Act affects health care providers of all kinds, including […]
4 steps PT practices need to take to produce good faith estimates
Physical therapy is a necessary step for the recovery of many patients. As such, most private insurers, workers’ compensation insurance, Medicare and Medicaid will cover the costs of physical therapy, leaving patients responsible for only a small copay. In some cases, patients may pay nothing at all out of pocket. But what about patients who […]