FAQs

The short answer is no!

Direct Access refers to your legal right to be treated by a physical therapist without a prescription or referral, so if you don’t have a prescription for physical therapy, there is nothing to worry about!

All fifty states and the District of Columbia have ruled enabling patients “Direct Access” to physical therapy services and programs. You can contact a physical therapist without a physician’s prescription or referral.

According to “The Patient’s Bill of Rights” law, you can decide what physical therapy clinic you choose for your care.

Although a lot of physicians recommend a physical therapy clinic they may prefer, you are under no obligation to go to that clinic. No medical practitioner, insurance company or other entity can insist you attend a physical therapy clinic. The choice is yours to make!

Your basic patient rights include these:

The right to information about quality: You can look up information about medical practitioners’ credentials, statistics regarding hospitals and clinics, and what your health plan covers in easy-to-understand language.

The right to choose a healthcare provider: Besides your primary healthcare provider, this also covers specialists, including physical therapists.

The right to emergency services: You can’t be denied treatment in an emergency.

The right to make decisions: It’s up to you to decide which course of treatment you want to follow.

The right to respect: You must be treated with respect regardless of sex, age, race, national origin, sexual orientation, or disability.

The right to confidentiality: Your health information is private and cannot be released without your consent.

The right to complain: All providers (insurance, physicians, clinics and hospitals, etc.) must have a grievance procedure.

All fifty states and the District of Columbia have made a ruling enabling patients “Direct Access” to physical therapy services and programs. This means you can contact a physical therapist directly without a physician’s prescription or referral.

Scheduling an appointment at Bridge Physical Therapy in South Ogden, UT or Ogden Athletic Club is easier than ever! Our scheduling is easy, and we offer a convenient location and appointment times. We have morning and evening appointments available to meet the demands of your busy schedule.

Call us today at 801-317-1618 or click here to request an appointment.

Physical therapists primarily measure your impairments and your functional limitations.

Impairments include:

Pain
Weakness
Loss of motion
Paresthesias (numbness, tingling, pins, needles, etc.)

Functional limitations include:

• Lying
  • Sleep
  • Rolling over
  • Getting up out of bed
• Sitting
  • Moving from standing to sitting
  • Moving from sitting to standing
• Standing
• Walking
  • Level ground
  • Stairs
  • Uneven ground
• Running
• etc

Tracking your impairments and functional abilities gives physical therapists objective information to compare with initial measurements. In addition, your reports and personal experiences help to validate your improvements and clue your therapist to regressions and/or lack of progress.

The bottom line is that you should notice improvements in how you feel and function throughout therapy. If you are not following an anticipated path of progress, your therapist will reassess the situation or make recommendations for further testing or treatments.

Although every patient is different, the initial session usually lasts 1 hour to an hour and 15 minutes. After that, each session will vary depending on your condition and progress; most often, it will last 45-60 minutes.

Your unique needs will determine the length of time, which our therapist will discuss with you. In addition, the frequency of your weekly appointments will be determined by you and your physical therapist.

It is common for your therapist to want to see you more often in the early stages of your care to assess your progress and confirm your treatment plan. You’ll probably see your therapist twice a week initially and then make your appointments more spaced out as you proceed through treatment.

Our clinic will never turn a patient away for this reason!

If you do not have insurance, that’s okay. For patients who do not have insurance, we offer cash-based options due at the time of service.

Please contact our South Ogden, UT or Ogden Athletic Club clinic and speak to our front desk about costs and setting up payment plans.

There are a few things we ask all patients to bring with them on their first visit to our office.

• Please go online and fill out our forms, print out the patient forms, complete them, and bring them with you for your initial evaluation. If you cannot do this or do not have access to a printer/computer, please allow extra time to fill these out upon arrival.
• Please arrive at least 15 minutes early to complete any remaining paperwork so that you can maximize your time in your evaluation.
• Please wear comfortable clothing that allows easy access to your problem areas and for you to move around.
• If you intend to use insurance, please bring your insurance information so we can make a copy of your card for our records.
• Please bring any referrals, prescriptions, and test results from your referring physician, Nurse Practitioner, or physician assistant.
• In case of an automobile accident or worker’s compensation claim, bring any case manager or insurance adjuster’s contact names, phone numbers, and claim number.

Please have your prescription and insurance card available when you call our office. This will allow us to verify your insurance benefits and provide you with an estimate of coverage.

Physical therapists are movement experts who can improve your quality of life through hands-on care, patient education, and prescribed movement-based exercises.

Physical therapists are dedicated to helping you improve and restore your movement and function, manage pain and reduce the symptoms of many chronic conditions and diseases. Their expertise lies in examining the whole person and designing therapeutic interventions to help you recover from and prevent injury.

Our physical therapists assess and treat many sorts of pain and injuries. Our team consists of movement professionals with the knowledge and experience to identify and treat any musculoskeletal ailment.

We play a crucial role in preventing, reversing, and controlling old and new injuries. We determine the severity of your injuries using objective measurements and tailor your treatment accordingly. Every program is tailored to your specific requirements.

Where can I find a physical therapist?

Our South Ogden, UT or Ogden Athletic Club physical therapy clinic takes pride in providing a positive, encouraging environment with well-trained, friendly staff. We are confident in our ability to assist you in achieving your goals.

You have the right to seek physical therapy at any facility of your choosing. You will receive the highest quality care while achieving the desired results at Bridge Physical Therapy.

Your physical therapist will do a thorough evaluation that consists of a detailed history and comprehensive physical examination when you come for your initial session at Bridge Physical Therapy. The initial evaluation establishes the severity of your injury or illness and helps establish the source of your symptoms and the factors contributing to your condition.

Physical therapists routinely collaborate with physicians to provide confirmation or potential contradictions to a diagnosis to ensure that your diagnosis is correct and that your treatment plan is appropriate.

According to “The Patient’s Bill of Rights” law, you can decide what physical therapy clinic you choose for your care.

Although a lot of physicians recommend a physical therapy clinic they may prefer, you are under no obligation to go to that clinic. No medical practitioner, insurance company, or other entity can insist you attend a physical therapy clinic. The choice is yours to make!

Also, thanks to Direct Access laws, you do not need to wait for a physician to send you to the clinic of your choice.

Direct access means, by law, you have access to physical therapy services, including evaluations and treatments. Every state, the District of Columbia, and the US Virgin Islands allow for evaluation and some form of treatment without a physician referral.

To put it another way, you can choose which clinic you want!

The short answer is no!

Individuals can go immediately to a physical therapy clinic of their choosing and receive the treatment they need, thanks to Direct Access regulations.

Direct Access allows you to see a physical therapist without needing a prescription or referral from a doctor. Patients in all fifty states and the District of Columbia now have “direct access” to physical therapy treatments and programs.

We understand that dealing with insurance can be complicated; therefore, Bridge Physical Therapy would gladly assist you and answer your questions. It is important to contact your insurance carrier to determine your coverage depending on your specific policy.

For more information, please see our insurance page, and do not hesitate to contact our South Ogden, UT or Ogden Athletic Club physical therapy clinic with your questions. We provide a range of payment options for your convenience.

Our clinic will never turn a patient away!

We offer cash-based options for patients who do not have insurance, which must be paid at the time of service. Please get in touch with our South Ogden, UT or Ogden Athletic Club clinic and inquire about rates and payment options with our front desk.

Our clinic will never turn a patient away!

We recommend you contact your insurance carrier to determine your coverage, copayments/coinsurance, and overall plan to be sure you understand your requirements.

Our staff will assess your insurance benefits and notify you of your payments at each visit.

We accept the following methods of payment:

• Cach
• Cheque
• Debit card
• Credit card

We also offer payment options depending on the individual’s circumstance and can provide more information upon request.

Our policy is to collect money at the time of service.

Scheduling an appointment at Bridge Physical Therapy in South Ogden, UT or Ogden Athletic Club has never been easier or more convenient.

We have morning and evening appointments available to meet the demands of your busy schedule.

Our scheduling is easy, and we offer a convenient location and appointment times. Call us today at 801-317-1618 or click here to request an appointment.

Loose-fitting clothes that are comfortable to move in and provide easy access to the area of your symptoms. We also advise you to wear comfortable shoes or sneakers.

We will begin with a comprehensive evaluation at your first visit that typically lasts around 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes. Your follow-up visits usually go anywhere from 45 to 60 minutes.

Your specific needs will determine the number of visits and the duration of your plan of care. We recommend attending more frequently in the early stages of your therapy to ensure you progress, as you and your therapist have discussed.

You’ll generally see your therapist twice or even three times a week at first, with fewer weekly visits and greater space between meetings as you progress through treatment.

We believe in individualized treatment regimens for each and every patient at Bridge Physical Therapy. When you come to our clinic, we will put you through a series of tests to determine the source of your injury or functional difficulties.

Your physical therapist may inquire about your medical history and request that you do particular movements or tests so they can observe the quality of your movement patterns and identify any problems firsthand.

Your therapist will then create a treatment plan that is unique to you. Such methods include joint mobilization exercises, manual therapy, and therapeutic exercise to improve your strength.

You certainly can!

Physical therapists are highly skilled at assessing the whole person. This means we look to identify all the factors related to your condition. We understand the interconnectedness of the body and how a problem in one area may be the symptom pointing to the source of the problem in an entirely different location.

We are also skilled at identifying whether or not you are dealing with “a” problem or there are multiple issues impacting you and your function.

Everyone can benefit from physical therapy, but that doesn’t necessarily mean physical therapy alone is all you need. We believe in collaborating with other healthcare professionals and working with you while working with another practitioner to help you get the results you deserve.

We can discuss your options and help you decide if physical therapy is right for you. Contact us today to learn more about how PT can help you and make an appointment with one of our dedicated staff members.

Physical therapy is meant to alleviate pain rather than exacerbate it. However, your pain levels may fluctuate. Our therapists will clearly define what “normal” pain is and what is not normal. Some situations require exercises or actions that can elicit a pain response to facilitate improvements in your overall condition.

As a result of using weakened or recuperating muscles, you may suffer some momentary discomfort. Or for some, restoring range of motion after surgery can be painful due to the nature of the condition. Unfortunately, it may be critical to your recovery to experience a temporary increase in your pain. Although it may sound inappropriate, there are times when the increased pain early on can prevent more severe pain in the future.

Rest assured that we will do whatever we can to minimize your pain and avoid increasing it during your time in physical therapy. Communication with our therapist will help to reduce any discomfort you may feel during your physical therapy treatments.

We want you to be pain-free and back to your normal activities as soon as possible and will do what we can to prepare you for any discomfort you may experience.

Physical therapists are highly trained professionals who specialize in musculoskeletal and neurological conditions. Physical therapists are part of a healthcare team that routinely collaborates with physicians, surgeons, and other medical practitioners.

We also work in conjunction with other healthcare professionals like chiropractors, massage therapists, and acupuncturists to ensure your treatment plan is as effective and efficient as possible.

Physical therapists are movement experts with advanced training and education in musculoskeletal disorders and diseases. Physical therapists provide a hands-on approach to pain relief and function restoration.

Physical therapy aims to restore pain-free mobility and function while preventing the injury or pain from recurring. Physical therapists offer a full spectrum of care from prevention to intervention. Our physical therapists assess your movement patterns, determine the source of your pain, and work with you to manage or eliminate it.

While each patient’s condition and pain are unique, our physical therapist at Bridge Physical Therapy will use a variety of targeted manual therapy techniques, exercises, modalities, and equipment to relieve pain and restore function quickly.

As you go through your rehabilitation activities, you should see a considerable improvement in your discomfort and overall function.

An effective way to measure your improvement and progress is to keep track of your pain and mobility levels as you proceed through your physical therapy program.

Tracking your impairments and functional abilities gives physical therapists objective information to compare with initial measurements. In addition, your reports and personal experiences help to validate your improvements and clue your therapist to regressions and/or lack of progress.

The bottom line is that you should notice improvements in how you feel and function throughout therapy. If you are not following an anticipated path of progress, your therapist will reassess the situation or make recommendations for further testing or treatments.

At Bridge Physical Therapy, we understand that our bodies become more susceptible to certain health risks as we age. Degeneration of our bodies is a normal, natural experience we will all face. There is no way to avoid all the changes associated with age, but staying active and taking care of your health are the most effective ways to minimize or delay the risk of health conditions related to aging.

For example, age-related changes in strength, joint mobility, tissue flexibility, coordination, and ability to react will impact our balance and increase the risk of falls. At our South Ogden, UT or Ogden Athletic Club clinic, we will work with you to investigate your medical history, determine what factors may be contributing to your fall risk, and work with you to restore your function and reduce your risks.

Aging also affects your healing times and your body’s ability to tolerate changes to your activity levels. Staying active is the key to maintaining your health and function.

If you are looking for physical therapists who understand how to navigate the effects of aging, our team at Bridge Physical Therapy can help!

Call our office today for more information.

Although there are typical stages of healing, the reality is that everyone is different, and so is their ability to heal.

At Bridge Physical Therapy, you will have a personalized treatment plan created based on your individual needs and goals. Throughout your recovery process, our team will provide constant feedback and allow refinement of your program to ensure it provides optimal results.

The most common reasons for delayed recovery are trying to do too much too soon or not doing enough. Finding the balance is where physical therapists thrive. We use concrete physiological benchmarks and your individual treatment response to refine your program and maximize your results in the shortest time possible.

If you have any questions or concerns about the length of your treatment plan, do not hesitate to ask your physical therapist. We are here to help you by providing clarity throughout this process. We will keep you updated on your progress throughout each session.

Physical therapists are trained to treat all types of musculoskeletal conditions. Most physical therapy clinics are geared towards specific subcategories of physical therapy.

You can be confident that our well-trained therapists will assess and treat your condition. For example, pediatric physical therapists often work exclusively with younger patients. In comparison, orthopedic outpatient physical therapists will work with all age categories and conditions.

If we feel another therapist or healthcare provider would better serve you, we will provide suggestions for people we know and trust.

Our physical therapists have received years of university-level education in anatomy, physiology, kinesiology (the study of joint movement), neurology, and many other medical sciences. Our physical therapists are all state-licensed and have graduated from accredited physical therapy programs.

You can rest assured that you are in capable hands!

Because each patient’s diagnosis is unique, our therapist will work with you and any other medical or healthcare practitioner to ensure you get the best possible results.

Our goal is to identify all the factors contributing to your condition. We will conduct a comprehensive evaluation and thorough history to gather this information and then design a treatment plan that is right for you.

For some people, relief is felt on day one; for others, there is a journey to relief filled with ups and downs. It isn’t easy to know which person you will be until we meet with you and examine your specific situation.

Our team is highly trained and skilled at treating all types of musculoskeletal pain and injuries. We will provide guidelines to help you understand your condition and what to expect from therapy. Part of these guidelines will include the likely duration of your situation and expected progress broken down into realistic timetables.

Our team is here to support you and answer your questions throughout the process!

Yes, after you have finished your therapy sessions, you can continue to see your physical therapist. There are several different ways to do this, for example:

• Your therapist will see you to review and progress your at-home therapy program.
• You can schedule a re-evaluation after a month to ensure you are still doing well and modify your home program as needed.
• You can arrange to see your therapist at regular intervals (i.e., every six months) for a consultation to assess your progress, ensure you are not regressing, and deal with anything new that may have started.

We can also arrange to meet you at your gym to work with you on determining what equipment and exercises would be beneficial in your continued recovery.

A chiropractor is a licensed healthcare professional focused on diagnosing and treating neuromuscular and musculoskeletal disorders. Most chiropractors emphasize the body’s ability to heal itself and perform manual adjustments (aka manipulations) of the spine and, at times, the extremities.

Spinal adjustments aim to help you manage back and neck pain and keep your spine in proper alignment.

In the United States, you must complete a Doctor of Chiropractic degree, pass a national exam, and obtain a state-specific license before becoming a chiropractor.

Chiropractic therapy is commonly recognized as a safe, non-invasive method of treating neuromuscular and musculoskeletal disorders.

No health treatment is without danger. Chiropractic therapy is no exception. There have been reported (isolated) incidents that reflect the practitioner, not the profession.

As with all types of manual therapy performed by healthcare and medical practitioners, patients may experience moderate pain, stiffness, or discomfort after a session. Any concerns you may have should be expressed and resolved to your satisfaction.

Although some people experience minor discomfort or soreness following spinal manipulation, these symptoms typically subside within 24 hours. The popularity of chiropractic care reflects positive outcomes, where most patients leave their chiropractor’s clinic feeling better!

The typical course of treatment is to resolve a particular injury or condition. You will likely have to visit your chiropractor’s office multiple times before resolving your issue. It is a common practice, although not mandatory, to continue maintenance care that is decided by the individual’s specific situation and your chiropractor’s clinical judgment.

Chiropractic care is different from a medical doctor’s course of treatment, which typically involves a predetermined plan that is carried out at home (i.e., taking a course of antibiotics once a day for a couple of weeks).

A chiropractor may provide therapeutic, preventive, or maintenance care within a certain number of visits over a predetermined period of time. If you have questions about how long your treatment will last, do not hesitate to ask your chiropractor for their estimate.

When you adjust (aka manipulate) a joint, a change of pressure within your joints causes gas bubbles to pop, this release of pressure is the noise you hear when “cracking” your back.

There is usually little to no discomfort involved in this process.

Chiropractors commonly treat conditions of the spine. Whether you have pain, injuries, or spine disorders, a chiropractor can help you find relief and restore your function.

Chiropractic care emphasizes the importance of the body healing itself. Most chiropractors can help you with nutritional guidance and recommendations about what type of exercises are best suited for your specific condition.

Massage therapists hold a state license to practice massage in the United States and are typically known as LMTs. In contrast, the Canadian counterparts are registered massage therapists or RMTs.

A licensed massage therapist completes training and examinations to obtain their licenses. Licensing requirements vary by state, but LMTs must complete training and pass an exam to get licensed.

Massage therapists work with people of all ages and all types of conditions. Some emphasize preventative massage to avoid injury and pain, while others focus on the relaxation benefits of massage.

The manual techniques used vary from therapist to therapist. There are gentle and deep tissue techniques and alternative medicine techniques that emphasize the energy fields in the body.

Licensed massage therapists have advanced training and experience, allowing them to provide care to alleviate pain, improve tissue mobility, increase circulation, or improve function.

“Medical” massages are aimed more at helping people struggling with medical disorders and illnesses. The goal is to help reduce pain and stress, especially for patients with cancer, diseases, or who are in hospice.

A massage session usually lasts between 60 and 90 minutes, but you can reap the benefits of massage in as little as 20- 30 minutes.

Your massage therapist may ask you to fill out a health history questionnaire. Following that, your therapist will ask you a series of broad questions to determine what areas need to be addressed and whether any conditions need to be treated. This will aid them in deciding if/what type of massage is right for you.

Your massage experience will depend on what condition you are being treated for and on the expert advice of your massage therapist. You may experience a traditional massage to relax the muscles on the surface or a deep tissue massage to target the muscles, fascia, and other tissues located deeper in the body.

You should always and only undress to your comfort level.

Most people keep their underwear on for a full-body massage, but if you are comfortable, it is acceptable to undress completely.

In private, your massage therapist can help you undress and ensure you are comfortable on the table.

Most people leave their sessions feeling very at ease and relaxed. Many individuals report that their aches and pains have lessened in severity or gone away entirely after their massage.

If you had a deep tissue massage, you might be a little sore the following day. This is nothing to worry about. A hot shower or a soak in the tub can help relieve any muscle soreness you may experience.

Children with difficulty gathering and interpreting sensory inputs may have sensory processing issues. Some possible examples include:

• Difficulty with balance and coordination
• Screaming
• Being aggressive when wanting attention
• Jumping up and down frequently

Another sign may be shutting down or avoiding contact with certain textures, sounds or lights. They may also avoid or look for activities that prevent them from paying attention in school.

A speech therapist, also known as a Speech-language pathologist (SLP), treats many cognitive and communicative function deficiencies and swallowing problems.

Speech therapists help individuals with communication challenges, both in how they speak and how they understand communication. SLPs also work with chewing and swallowing concerns, articulation, auditory processing, and social skills.

At Bridge Physical Therapy in South Ogden, UT, our highly trained therapists can assist individuals in improving their speaking and listening abilities, whether it is to retrain cognitive skills like remembering and finding words, raising the loudness and/or quality of their voice to help you be more social and communicate better.

Speech therapy is used to improve chewing and swallowing to preserve the pleasures of eating after a brain injury, stroke, or brain tumor, or in conjunction with degenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease.

Speech-language pathologists (SLPs), also known as speech therapists, are uniquely trained and qualified to examine and treat individuals of all ages suffering from speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing impairments.

Speech therapy can treat childhood speech disorders or adult speech impairments affecting swallowing, cognitive, and/or communication function.

Often the conditions treated by SLPs are caused by conditions such as:

• Stroke
• Brain injuries (i.e., repetitive or traumatic injuries)
• Tumors
• Developmental problems or other congenital disabilities
• Lack of oxygen to the brain from injury, disease or birth-related
• Degenerative neurological disorders (i.e., Alzheimer’s, other forms of dementia, and Parkinson’s)

Speech therapists help patients improve their speaking by improving the loudness or quality of their voice. Improve listening skills and retrain cognitive skills like remembering and searching for words.

Speech therapy is used to improve chewing and swallowing to preserve the pleasures of eating.

Speech therapy can treat various conditions that prevent people from communicating clearly and comfortably and chewing and swallowing to assist with eating.

Some of the conditions that speech therapy treats include:

• Changes in the quality and strength of voice
• Difficulty understanding written and spoken language
• Muscle weakness or rigidity
• Changes in memory, attention, orientation
• Difficulty expressing thoughts or identifying everyday objects or people
• Any chewing/swallowing problems or difficulties

Speech therapists can treat several other conditions, so do not feel like we cannot help you because you do not see your diagnosis on this list.
Call our clinic to schedule an appointment for a comprehensive assessment and personalized treatment!

Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) examine and treat individuals of all ages suffering from speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing impairments.

Signs that a speech therapist’s touch could help improve your speech and language skills are as follows:

• Changes in the strength and quality of voice
• Changes in memory, attention, orientation
• Difficulty understanding written and spoken language
• Difficulty expressing thoughts or identifying everyday objects or people
• Any chewing/swallowing problems or changes
• Muscle weakness or rigidity affecting speech, eating, or swallowing

Often the conditions treated by speech-language pathologists are caused by conditions such as:

• Stroke or any injury to the brain resulting in a lack of oxygen
• Brain injuries (i.e., repetitive or traumatic injuries)
• Tumors
• Degenerative neurological disorders (i.e., Alzheimer’s, other forms of dementia, and Parkinson’s)

Speech therapists help patients improve their speaking by improving the loudness or quality of their voice. Improve listening skills and retrain cognitive skills like remembering and searching for words.

Speech therapy is used to improve chewing and swallowing to preserve the pleasures of eating.

The best way to know if a speech therapist in South Ogden, UT could help you is to request a comprehensive evaluation at our clinic so that we can assess your abilities and struggles.

At Bridge Physical Therapy, we provide many types of pediatric therapies to help you or your child. We work with children of all ages to ensure they receive the best care.

Pediatric speech therapists help children with communication challenges, both in speaking and understanding communication. Several of our patients experience developmental delays and struggle to fulfill speech and language milestones, making it challenging for them to engage with others, learn, explore, and play.

Your child’s speech, language, and motor abilities will progress in a friendly and welcoming environment at Bridge Physical Therapy in South Ogden, UT or Ogden Athletic Club. Our therapist’s ultimate goal is to build a personalized therapy plan for your or your child’s communication issues.

At Bridge Physical Therapy, our speech therapists help people improve their morale by teaching them how to communicate, eat, and swallow effectively.

Our therapists will be able to assess existing speaking abilities and use neurological and speech exercises to aid with a variety of speech/language issues. We will use this information to develop a treatment plan that includes specific activities and exercises to address them.

Speech therapy aims to improve and build on your speaking and communication skills while maintaining a friendly and welcoming environment to ensure you make real progress.

Absolutely!

If you still want to continue monitoring your speech and language skills, a speech therapist at Bridge Physical Therapy in South Ogden, UT or Ogden Athletic Club would be happy to continue seeing you regularly for appointments.

Pediatric speech therapists help children with communication challenges in speaking and understanding communication. Pediatric therapists also help children with eating and swallowing difficulties.

We will assess your child’s individual needs. Our treatments include expressive and receptive language skills, problem-solving and reasoning, social skills, sign language, and augmentative communication.

Our speech-language pathologists can help children develop their capacity to communicate effectively using both verbal and nonverbal language. We also work on their ability to tolerate sensory stimulation at mealtime and play.

If you have noticed your child is struggling to communicate with you, your family members, their peers, or teachers, contact Bridge Physical Therapy in South Ogden, UT or Ogden Athletic Club, our pediatric speech therapist will work with your child to develop their skills in a safe and happy environment!

Request an appointment at our South Ogden, UT or Ogden Athletic Club clinic today to learn more about how pediatric speech therapy can help your child grow and become more confident in their speaking abilities.

There are some common indicators to look out for if you are wondering if your child could benefit from speech therapy.:

Here are some of the signs that might indicate that your child needs speech therapy.

• Your child has a stutter
• Your toddler only says a small number of words and has difficulty articulating certain sounds
• Your child is quiet in social situations
• Your child does not babble and is over the age of 6 months
• Your child is over one year of age and has not produced any words
• Your child does not respond when spoken to or doesn’t understand simple statements
• Your child is around three or older and does not make the sounds m, n, ng, p, f, h, and w.
• Your child is slow to respond or answer questions
• Your child does not appear to speak as well as peers
• Your child does not seem to understand what is being said to them
• Your child exhibits frustration when unable to communicate needs and wants
• Your child has difficulty putting thoughts together to express ideas
• Your child has difficulty planning and sequencing actions or tasks

Pediatric speech therapists are skilled at helping kids with their expressive and receptive language, problem-solving and reasoning, social skills, sign language, and augmentative communication skills.

Our therapists also work with very young children and can help develop their pre-speech and eating abilities and their swallowing and oral-motor development.

At Bridge Physical Therapy in South Ogden, UT or Ogden Athletic Club, your child will be able to make continuous progress toward their goals and ultimately realize their potential, all while having fun!

Speech sound disorder is an umbrella term that refers to any difficulty or combination of problems with perception, motor production, or mental representation of the sounds in speech and combinations of sounds that comprise words(i.e., phonological representation).

Most children have errors when they learn to utter new words, and every sound has an age range for when they should make it correctly. If these mistakes in speech continue past a particular age, it is called a speech sound disorder.

Pediatric speech therapists utilize neurological and speech assessments to help identify a wide array of speech/language difficulties and create a treatment plan with specific exercises to improve them.

Our therapists can help your child learn to communicate, chew and swallow properly, and help improve their overall morale. Pediatric speech therapy aims to challenge your kid while maintaining a friendly, welcoming atmosphere that encourages them to improve their skills.

It’s important to remember that all children grow at different rates. What is normal for one child during speech therapy may not be the norm for another child.

• Your child’s time in speech therapy will be measured by the child’s progress in the following categories:
• They increased their ability to interact with their therapist, family members, peers, or teachers.
• How comfortable they are when speaking and listening to others
• How well they grasp the speech exercises and concepts they’re being taught.

Some children attend speech therapy for a few months, some for a few years, and others visit a speech therapist throughout their childhood. Your Bridge Physical Therapy therapist will work with parents, educators, and physicians to decide how long your child should stay in speech therapy.

Absolutely!

We want you to be there during their session! Our therapists at Bridge Physical Therapy understand the value of parents and how important their support is for optimal results.

Attending sessions also allows you to observe some of the techniques, exercises, and activities we use to help your child so that you can use them in continuing to improve at home, if necessary.

Speech therapy can significantly improve your child’s stuttering!

Most kids who begin stuttering before age five will typically stop without speech therapy. But if your child’s stuttering happens often, gets worse, or occurs with body and/or facial movements, seeking help is a good idea.

Several things, including the following, determine treatment for stuttering:

• Your child’s age
• The amount of stuttering they have
• How others react to their stuttering problem
• How your child reacts to their stuttering and speech

Your child’s speech therapist at Bridge Physical Therapy in South Ogden, UT or Ogden Athletic Club will work one-on-one to help them improve their speaking skills and reduce any anxiety they may have in social situations, including school.

A child’s ability to appropriately create sounds when speaking is known as articulation. This differs from phonological problems, which occur when a youngster can generate the correct sounds but arranges them incorrectly. Failure to produce sounds is known as an articulation disorder.

If your child has an articulation disorder, they may struggle to make sounds or construct specific speech sounds (i.e., an “s” may sound like a “th”) -“thpoon” instead of “spoon,” or they may have a lisp when they talk.

A child with an articulation disorder will be unable to create specific sounds, and so they’ll compensate with other sounds (i.e., the word “rabbit” will become “wabbit”).

Speech therapy at [sie-name] in South Ogden, UT or Ogden Athletic Club can help children with these disorders. After your initial consultation with your therapist, we will tailor our treatment plan to your child’s specific articulation issues.

The interventions included in your child’s plan may include the following:

• Advanced oral-motor treatments
• Neuromuscular reeducation
• Functional computer retraining
• Intensive voice programs
• Traditional speech therapy techniques

Receptive-expressive language disorders are a type of language processing disorder. This neurological condition makes it difficult for a person to express themselves or, in some cases, to make sense of what is said to them.

Individuals with expressive language disorders struggle to produce language, including speaking in grammatically correct sentences or translating thoughts into proper words.

People with receptive language impairments may misinterpret information, even simple instructions, or fail to realize when someone speaks to them.

Receptive-expressive language disorders are a type of language processing disorder. This neurological condition makes it difficult for a person to express themselves or, in some cases, to make sense of what is said to them.

Pediatric physical therapists work with children from birth to age 21 and their families to assist each child in reaching their maximum potential to function independently and to promote active participation in home, school, and community environments.

Physical therapists are movement experts. They work with kids with developmental disabilities to help them develop, restore, and improve mobility. Pediatric physical therapy at Bridge Physical Therapy in South Ogden, UT or Ogden Athletic Club can help improve a child’s quality of life through hands-on care, patient education, and prescribed movement.

Some of the most common conditions our therapists treat include (but are not limited to):

• Musculoskeletal injuries (fractures, strains, sprains, etc.)
• Musculoskeletal disorders, such as juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, hypotonia (lax muscle tone), and hypertonia (excessive muscle tone)
• Neurological disorders like hydrocephalus, spina bifida, muscular dystrophy, and cerebral palsy.
• Neurological injuries, including nerve damage and brain injuries
• Behavioral disorders and conditions like Autism

Physical therapy is intended to help, not hurt.

Unfortunately, some painful injuries and conditions require treatments that may cause pain. Depending on your child’s condition, they may experience temporary soreness or discomfort due to using weakened or restricted muscles or inflamed joints.

Our therapists will always do their best to minimize any discomfort your child may experience. We will also inform and educate parents about what to anticipate from treatment, specifically what is expected and what is not.

If you have concerns about your child’s treatment, do not hesitate to speak to their physical therapist. We are here to support you and answer any questions you may have.

In all 50 states, you have direct access to a physical therapist. That means you can be evaluated and treated without a doctor’s prescription or referral.

If you prefer, you can discuss your concerns and desires for your child to have physical therapy with your child’s physician.

At the initial visit with your pediatric physical therapist, your child will have a comprehensive evaluation, and the therapist will develop an individualized plan of care for them. We routinely collaborate with physicians and will provide the results of our assessment to any physician you want. Our goal is to provide the best care we can for your child. For additional information or to schedule an appointment, call our clinic today.

At the start of your child’s physical therapy program, there is a comprehensive evaluation. This is to identify the areas where therapy will be most beneficial. Based on the results of this assessment, we will tailor your child’s physical therapy treatment plan to their unique needs.

Most sessions will consist of work on mobility, strength, coordination, and balance. Other treatments address specific issues, and typically, no two sessions will be exactly the same.

Rolling, crawling, walking, and running are often part of therapy sessions. Other treatments may focus on tasks such as getting dressed, playing, and activities common for daily functioning and school participation. Throughout the session, your child will be supported and encouraged by their therapist.

Please have your prescription and insurance card available when you call to make an appointment. This will allow us to verify your insurance benefits and provide information about your coverage, including your copayments/coinsurance payments.

If you wish to save time on your first visit, please fill out our “patient forms” online or print them out and then fill them out to bring them with you to your appointment.

If you do not have time to print them ahead of time, arrive at least 25 minutes early to give yourself plenty of time to finish them before your appointment.

There are a few things we ask all patients to bring with them on their first visit to our office.

• Please have your child wear comfortable clothing that allows them to move freely and provide easy access to any areas that need to be examined by their therapist.
• All insurance information and the actual insurance card for us to make a copy of.
• Any referral/prescription, test results, or pertinent medical records for our therapists to review.

Arriving at our physical therapy clinic is similar to arriving at any medical office! Here is what you can expect.

You will register at the front desk when you arrive at our office. We’ll ask for your insurance information and any other paperwork you may have brought with you (i.e., referral, X-ray or MRI report, other medical reports)

When you initially meet with a physical therapist, you’ll be asked about your child’s developmental milestones, such as sitting up, crawling, and walking, and the age at which they were achieved. Your child’s therapist will be interested in learning about your worries or why you brought your child here.

Following these discussions, your therapist will conduct a physical assessment to observe any developmental difficulties or delays firsthand. Your therapist may also monitor your kid engaging in activities such as toy play, standing, sitting, moving, and transitioning between activities.

Following your Bridge Physical Therapy‘s observation of your child, you will collaborate to create a specific treatment plan for your child.

You may contact us at any time if you have any questions. We want to make sure you are comfortable with your child’s plan, treatments, and progress.

Bridge Physical Therapy in South Ogden, UT or Ogden Athletic Club wants to ensure the safety of our employees and other patients. If your child is feeling sick, please notify our office as soon as possible to reschedule their appointment.

Physical therapists work in various settings to help people maintain, improve, or restore mobility. It is common for people that have recently left the hospital after an injury, surgery, or medical condition (i.e., stroke) to have home therapy sessions. For some people, staying home for a physical therapy session is the best option.

Whether you cannot leave the house or desire a private PT session in your home, our therapists will travel to you and work with you to restore your normal functional mobility.

Our therapists will come equipped with everything you need so you can still receive our normal high-quality care. At Bridge Physical Therapy in South Ogden, UT or Ogden Athletic Club, we understand that some patients find it difficult to leave the house to attend physical therapy but still want cutting-edge care and the results they deserve!

Get started today. We offer at-home physical therapy services to help you regain your functionality in the comfort of your own space.

The short answer is no!

Bridge Physical Therapy is different from Home Health physical therapy. We operate as a private practice outpatient service that sees people in their homes. In contrast, home health agencies typically provide various other services and are governed by different rules.

Our home therapy is an alternative way for individuals not considered homebound to receive proven physical therapy treatments in the comfort of their own homes.

It is important to check with your insurance carrier before scheduling an appointment. Medicare Part B covers medically necessary PT services under the standard fee schedule for older adults, whether therapy is provided in the home or the clinic.

Yes and no!

Direct Access means the removal of the physician referral mandate. Now, in every state, you are allowed by law to access physical therapist services for evaluation and treatment without a physician referral.

However, some states limit how many visits and/or how long you can see a physical therapist without physician involvement. Patients with Medicare will require a prescription from their doctor or a signature on the physical therapist’s plan of care.

If you are concerned in any way, we recommend you contact your doctor first and ask for a prescription to be faxed over to us, or contact us directly, and we can secure a prescription from the doctor.

Safety is one of the most common reasons to choose physical therapy at home. For example, people immunocompromised from diseases or chemotherapy treatments may want to stay home and minimize their exposure to potential illnesses that could have serious consequences.

More recently, COVID-19 is a common reason to choose home therapy sessions.

We help older adults minimize the risk of COVID-19 and other illnesses by following CDC guidelines and universal precautions to maintain safety with our patients.

Another common reason for home therapy is traveling to a clinic for sessions with a physical therapist. Our patients don’t have to bother driving or arranging a ride to the clinic 2-3 times per week. Home therapy also helps people navigate their actual obstacles and restrictions found at home.

Our therapists are highly specialized in working with people of all ages and abilities and will provide the same level of care at home as you can get in an outpatient clinic.

In-home physical therapy helps treat a wide range of orthopedic conditions, including back and neck pain, arthritis, and balance and gait disorders. We also treat neurological conditions like Parkinson’s, MS, and stroke.

Physical therapists are highly trained movement experts specializing in treating musculoskeletal and neurological conditions. We collaborate with various healthcare practitioners to ensure your treatments are as effective as possible.

Contact Bridge Physical Therapy to learn more about what conditions we treat!

For most people, the initial evaluation will last up to 60 minutes and between 30-60 minutes for follow-up visits.

The duration of your care will also depend on your specific needs. At your initial evaluation, your therapist will discuss their assessment and clarify any questions you may have. At this time, your therapist will recommend your treatment’s estimated duration and frequency.

At the beginning of your treatment, it is common to see your therapist more frequently, and you will most likely see your therapist twice (or sometimes three times) per week to begin with. As you progress through treatment, your sessions will be more spread out.

We fill the gap for Medicare patients who are not homebound and those who would find it more convenient and beneficial to receive therapy at home instead of traveling to an outpatient facility.

Medicare Part B covers medically necessary PT services for older adults, whether therapy is provided in the home or the clinic. Our therapy treatments are specifically geared toward older adults, which is why we are the best choice for anyone on Medicare Part B.

If you have Medicare and secondary insurance, you can, in most cases, receive our in-home services and treatment with minimal out-of-pocket costs. Deductibles and copays do apply.

We recommend you contact your insurance carrier to clarify your coverage and requirements for in-home physical therapy. Our administrative team will review your insurance benefits before your first visit and can discuss what, if any, payments are required at your appointment date.

We accept cash, check, debit card, and credit card. We are happy to discuss our payment plan options as well. Call today to request an appointment if you think you might be a good candidate.

Navigating insurance can be complicated. The first step would be to contact your insurance carrier and discuss your plan directly with them.

At Bridge Physical Therapy in South Ogden, UT or Ogden Athletic Club, we will do our best to help clarify any questions you may have. We will verify your insurance coverage and let you know the details once we receive your information.

If you do not have insurance, your insurance doesn’t cover in-home therapy, or you have run out of coverage, we offer a self-pay option.

Contact our front desk to learn more about our self-pay options and rates.

Our scheduling is easy!

There are a variety of appointment times available to accommodate your busy schedule.

Call us today at 801-317-1618 or click here to request an appointment.

We provide outpatient care at our clinic in South Ogden, UT or Ogden Athletic Club. Part of our coverage includes in-home therapy. We are also allowed to provide care in an assisted living facility or a senior independent living facility.

We cannot provide services at a hospital or a long-term care nursing home.

Our therapist will work with you, your physician, and other healthcare team members to determine the best treatment plan for your specific condition. A comprehensive evaluation can determine the likely outcome of physical therapy intervention.

Our goal is to help you find relief from pain and restore your normal function as quickly as possible. Several variables influence how long it takes for you to find relief.

For example, your overall health status, the nature of your specific condition, other health issues, the severity and the duration of your condition, and your participation will all influence your outcome.

Yes, your therapist will give you an at-home continuing therapy program once you have completed your therapy sessions. We can also arrange follow-up assessments to make sure you are still doing well and to address any new issues that may have come up.

In addition, we will work with you to see if equipment or supplies (i.e., bands, weights, etc.) would be helpful in your recovery.

Speech therapy can help patients dealing with speech and language deficits and changes in social interactions. If your speaking abilities impede your ability to perform your job, or you find it challenging to make meaningful connections with others due to disruptive changes in your speech and language understanding, therapy could be the best fit for you.

At Bridge Physical Therapy, our clients offer private speech therapy sessions. Our purpose is to enable people to improve their communication skills following an injury, illness, or disease.

If someone is having any of the following difficulties, they should seek the aid of a speech therapist.

Here are a few areas Speech Therapy focuses on:

• Changes in the strength and quality of voice
• Changes in memory, attention, orientation
• Difficulty understanding written and spoken language
• Difficulty expressing thoughts or identifying everyday objects or people
• Any chewing/swallowing problems or changes
• Muscle weakness or rigidity affecting speech, eating, or swallowing