Virtual Wellness
Physical Therapy in Wasilla, AlaskaStay healthy during this time of uncertainty. Our therapists will conduct a virtual consult for clients that are remaining at home. We will use both VIDEO and AUDIO so that we can have a two way communication during these physical therapy visits.
Northern Edge Physical Therapy has a diverse client base with many clients in a compromised health status or living remotely. There may be extreme situations (i.e. national disasters/crisis) which may prevent some clients from accessing clinical care. In order to provide safe and effective care for all clients, telehealth must adhere to the following guidelines:
Telehealth Requirements:
- Signed consent (available on-line via northernedgept.com)
- Secure telecommunication or approved alternate methods during crisis
- Video storage or real-time to assess and guide movement / exercise
Virtual Wellness
A licensed provider (PT/ATC) will conduct a free telehealth session with clients who have failed to schedule appointments or cancelled all future appointments.
- Clients are encouraged to schedule an insurance covered Evisit or telehealth visit
- Review of current situation and client’s condition to determine if on-site clinical care is safe and necessary
- Provide wellness-guided instruction based upon the Wellness SAFE
- Document and schedule future sessions via MINDBODY
Evisits
A licensed provider (PT) will conduct a billable virtual session with Medicare clients who have a current physician referral to physical therapy if they failed to schedule appointments or cancelled future appointments.
- Clients will be advised of CMS guidelines for Evisits
- Physical Therapist will perform exam and treatment in accordance with CMS telehealth guidelines and complete documentation/billing via Clinicient
Telehealth
A licensed provider (PT) will conduct a billable telehealth session with insured clients who have a current physician referral to physical therapy if they failed to schedule appointments or cancelled future appointments.
- Clients will be advised of their respective insurance coverage for Telehealth
- Physical Therapist will perform exam and treatment
- Documentation and billing will be completed via Clinicient
Exercise Design
Designing Exercise and Activity programs requires the following:
Progressive tissue loading (Warm-up, Activate, Mobility, Strength, Balance, Functional)
Adhere to Protocol if post-surgical
Respect Precautions & Contra-indications
Know the Problem / Treat the Imbalance (Weakness, Instability, Stiffness)
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“I can do things I haven’t been able to do in years. Like lay on my back. Sit in a recliner. All without pain. This place saved my life rescued me from my pain and was very educational.”
Tess Burton
Wasilla
“I went in for a free screening and learned so much. Thanks Northern Edge Physical Therapy!”
Ross Johnston
Anchorage
“In the first appointment, I found some pain relief. I completed the program that he suggested and made a total recovery.”
Roxann Benbow
Wasilla
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Dan Gallagher PT
Palmer
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Brett Bakner
Wasilla