As you know, some patients love to go to PT, others don’t. I’ll recommend PT/OT if a patient needs your expertise, coaching, instruction and manual therapies to correct their problem or build strength and endurance postop. I’m available for a call, 271-4272, or at ssiegrist@knowyourbones.com.
Although the prescription lists the intended protocol, we’re counting on your clinical judgement regarding the most appropriate therapy. Of course, patients must be instructed in home exercises, adaptive use and long-term maintenance of their gains.
Visit the NYS WCB website for info about the Medical Treatment Guidelines
Please fax a progress note to our office in time for the patient’s follow up visit so I know how they’re progressing as well as your prognosis and plan for future treatment.
If you recommend a TENS unit, brace, or other DME: Please fax a letter that lists specifics, or a completed order form, for me to sign and return to you.
My office maintains a database where all the area PT/OT practices are located, and their special expertise. We usually recommend one that’s convenient to patients’ home or work, or if there’s one that they prefer.
Please keep us informed about your special services and interests.
