Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to common questions about physical therapy in Portsmouth, NH at CJ Physical Therapy & Pilates.
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Our FREE Discovery Sessions are designed for people who want to get some help for a particular problem – like back, neck, knee, hip, or shoulder pain – but they aren’t completely sure what their best options are, or if we’re the right people for the job. Our Discovery Sessions take care of this for you… it’s a chance for you to come meet us, get all your questions answered, and determine if we’re a good fit for what you need – completely FREE of charge. It’s a no-pressure, no-obligation appointment with a movement and musculoskeletal expert, and there’s no prescription or referral required. If you’d like to “discover”what’s causing your problem first, BEFORE you invest any more of your time or money on treatments that just aren’t working, then Request a Discovery Session.
Discovery Sessions – no paperwork is necessary. Please arrive 5-10 min early and just come prepared with all of your questions for our specialist!
All Pilates sessions (Private, and Group sessions) – please arrive 5-10 min early to complete a brief consent and waiver form. Wear comfortable, loose, or stretchy clothing that you can easily move in. If you plan to wear shorts, it’s best that they be fitted and/or you wear fitted biker shorts underneath.
First Physical Therapy session – please check your email for intake paperwork and other information about what to expect. Please print and bring with you your completed intake forms. Please also wear loose, comfortable clothing that you can easily move in and that easily exposes your problem area.
**FOR ALL SESSIONS – bring your calendar! Our schedules fill up very quickly and you’ll want to secure your future spots with us right away. Most of our clients book out several weeks in advance so they can get their best days and times. You can also bring a preferred credit card to keep on file if you wish. As a convenience to you, we will automatically charge your card for future sessions so you don’t have to bring your wallet each time.
CJPT and Pilates is considered an out-of-network provider with most insurance companies. While insurance is not processed directly, many of our clients do submit their own claims to their insurance – and CJPT & Pilates will provide all documentation necessary to do so upon request. Additionally, all of our physical therapy services can be paid for with funds from Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, or you can set up interest-free payment plans with us directly. For more information about your specific insurance or to inquire about our rates and availability, please call our office: 603-380-7902.
For more information, and to learn why more and more people are choosing to go out of network for their physical therapy – CLICK HERE.
YES!! This is actually what we are known for. If you want to work with us – the best thing to do is request a FREE Discovery Session. We’ll make sure you’re a good fit for what we do and that we can help you – BEFORE you invest any time or money with us.
Nope! In the State of NH, patients do NOT need an MD prescription to receive physical therapy treatment. If you are planning to file for insurance reimbursement, it is possible your insurance company will require you obtain an MD prescription. However, one is not necessary to receive physical therapy treatment from us.
The McKenzie method is something we’re known for and specialize in here at CJ Physical Therapy & Pilates. Our therapists are CERTIFIED, not just trained in the method, which makes a huge difference. The McKenzie Method is a whole-body system of assessing and treating musculoskeletal pain or injury that emphasizes patient empowerment and self-treatment. We can use this system of diagnosis and treatment for acute, subacute and chronic conditions of the spine and extremities, and you do NOT need a doctor’s prescription or an MRI first. In fact, this system is so reliable and accurate – when done my a certified practitioner – that we will know right away if we need to refer you out or send you to a doctor. This system is science-based and backed by years of research, and it’s designed to give patients control of their pain and empower them to get back to the things they love to do – instead of having to spend time in the doctor’s office.
