Do I need a referral for physical therapy?

Under Minnesota's direct access law, you may begin physical therapy without a physician referral for up to 90 days. Medicare patients require a referral.

What insurance plans do you accept?

We accept most major insurance plans including Medicare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Humana, Medica, UCare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna, Workers Compensation, and Auto Insurance. Contact us to verify your specific coverage.

How long are physical therapy sessions?

Initial evaluations are 60 minutes. Follow-up treatment sessions are typically 60 minutes and provide one-on-one care with your dedicated therapist.

What conditions do you treat?

We treat a wide range of conditions including orthopedic injuries, sports injuries, post-surgical rehabilitation, chronic pain, neurological conditions, women's health issues, balance disorders, and pediatric conditions.

How many physical therapy sessions will I need?

The number of sessions varies based on your condition, goals, and response to treatment. Most patients attend 2-3 sessions per week for 4-8 weeks before transitioning to a home exercise program.

Physical Therapy after Carpal Tunnel Surgery

Carpal tunnel syndrome is an often painful condition that develops over time. Treatment options begin conservatively, but surgery may be required in severe cases. In these situations, it’s important to involve a physical therapist. In this physical therapy education article, we are going to talk about some of the benefits of a physical therapy routine after carpal tunnel surgery.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome & Surgery

As we’ve discussed previously, carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition in which the nerves that run through the carpal tunnel in the wrist get pinched. This is a repetitive stress injury that typically develops over years of repetitive motion (such as typing at a keyboard). As the condition develops, patients can experience pain, as well as numbness and loss of mobility in their hands and fingers.

Treating carpal tunnel typically begins with non-surgical options such as bracing, pain medications, and injections. When conservative treatment options fail to adequately relieve symptoms, carpal tunnel surgery may be considered. This procedure helps free up the pinched nerves in the carpal tunnel and prevent further nerve damage.

Post-Op Physical Therapy

After carpal tunnel surgery it’s important to get started with a post-op physical therapy program. Your body will need time to heal from the surgical trauma and get accustomed to the changes brought on by surgery. Physical therapy can help speed up the recovery process, reduce your pain, and increase your mobility after a procedure.

Physical Therapy Clinics in Minneapolis

At OrthoRehab Specialists, our Minneapolis physical therapists have nearly three decades of experience treating patients for a wide range of injuries and conditions. Our experience has allowed us to develop relationships with more than 600 local doctors and surgeons, who continue to entrust us with the rehabilitation care of their patients. Even if you don’t have a referral or prescription, you can still make an appointment with us through direct access. Contact us today at one of our clinics – located in Edina and Minneapolis – to get started with one of our Minnesota physical therapists.