Physical Therapy in San Ramon, CA

Yes, you can! In California, direct access laws allow you to see a licensed physical therapist without a doctor’s referral. This means you can start your treatment right away, addressing pain, injuries, or mobility concerns without waiting for a physician’s approval. At our clinic in San Ramon, we’re here to provide expert care tailored to your needs. If your condition requires further medical attention, we’ll help coordinate with a physician to ensure you receive the comprehensive care you deserve.

You should dress in comfortable, loose clothing that allows you to move easily and doesn’t restrict circulation. Depending on your condition, your physical therapist may also recommend special shoes or a brace. You should also bring any paperwork related to your medical history, including x-rays, ultrasounds, and doctor’s notes.

Yes! Make sure you arrive for your session well-rested so that you can give it your full attention and energy. It is also helpful if you keep track of how much pain medication (if any) you take prior to the appointment so that the physical therapist can adjust the intensity of treatment accordingly.

• Follow up sessions are generally about 50 minutes to accommodate transition time for cleaning and abiding by CDC guidelines for COVID precautions.
• Evaluations are about 60 minutes but can take a little bit longer.
• We do offer 30 minute sessions as well but those are generally planned for our seasoned patients who are requiring minimal tuneups.

Yes! Your physical therapist may provide specific exercise recommendations for you to try in between visits, which will help speed up your recovery and progress faster toward reaching your goals. It’s important to follow these carefully and always check with your PT before starting a new exercise program if you have any questions or concerns.

Your physical therapist should be available to answer any questions or concerns you may have about your treatment plan before and after each visit. You can also contact the clinic directly for further assistance. We want you to get the most out of every session!

Physical Therapy is a service covered by most insurances but it depends on the contract you specifically have with your insurance company. Please give us a call at (925) 222-5446 to discuss how you can get Physical Therapy covered by your insurance.

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The frequency of visits will depend on your individual goals and condition, but typically it is recommended that patients attend 2-3 times per week for a minimum of 4-6 weeks in order to maximize results. Your therapist will provide more details during your initial appointment.

Every person’s situation is unique; therefore the amount of time needed to reach goals varies. With commitment and dedication from both you and your physical therapist, you can expect to start seeing results within a few weeks. The more positive lifestyle changes you make, the faster your progress will be!

Yes! Your physical therapist should be available to discuss any concerns or questions you have regarding your condition or treatment plan. Don’t hesitate to bring up any issues that may arise during the course of therapy.

If at any time during your physical therapy session you experience increased pain, it’s important to let your therapist know so they can adjust the intensity or technique as necessary. Your therapist will work with you to make sure that treatment is comfortable and effective for you

Your physical therapist should be able to provide guidance on when it is appropriate to stop attending physical therapy sessions based on your progress, goals, and overall health status. It’s important to listen to your therapist and continue with treatment until they feel you are ready to move on.

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At Ironhorse Physical Therapy & Pilates, we provide the following:

• Physical Therapy Evaluation and Treatment;
• Manual Therapy: Soft tissue massage, Joint mobilization, Active Release Technique (ART), Myofascial Release, IASTM utilizing The Edge Tool (similar to Graston), Myofascial Decompression/Cupping;
• Pilates, Kettlebells and TRX personal training, duet and small group training (2-3 people);
• Sports Performance Enhancement;
• Injury Assessment and Prevention;
• Running Gait Analysis and Re-training;
• Restore Your Core after Pregnancy & Childbirth Workshop;
• The Bulletproof Runner Workshop.

We are located at 6101 Bollinger Canyon Rd, ste 110, San Ramon, CA 94583. Please use google maps for directions, once you trun R onto Bishop Ranch 1, you’ll see the fountains and we are in the building just to the right of the fountains in suite 101