In many cases, yes. Texas Direct Access allows patients to begin physical therapy without a physician’s referral. Limitations do apply and insurance requirements vary. Call us at (281) 325-0188 and our team will help you assess your options.
Yes, you are still able to attend physical therapy without insurance. You may pay out of pocket, or you can finance your sessions using Care Credit. If you are interested in financing your recovery, contact our front office staff for more information or you can click here to learn more about CareCredit. Make sure to also discuss this with your therapist so they can adjust the frequency of therapy visits to better suit your financial needs.
Our goal for our patients is to be able to complete a full hour treatment, but therapy sessions can be modified depending on patient tolerance, diagnosis, and other therapy needs.
Our offices do not provide traditional massage therapy nor lymphatic massages, but therapists do utilize manual therapy, when required, for certain conditions.
No, our First Colony Aquatic and Rehabilitation Center offices and Sports Therapy only provide Physical Therapy. We do not offer occupational, speech, or behavioral therapy.
Water-based exercise utilizes buoyancy to reduce stress on joints making it ideal for patients recovering from surgery, managing chronic pain, or living with limited mobility. Aquatic therapy is also recommended for those who experience difficulty tolerating land based therapy. In addition, our pools are heated to 93 degrees F to further create a therapeutic effect on our patient’s bodies.
Yes, both Houston Methodist and Memorial Hermann Sugar Land hospitals are near Sports Therapy and First Colony Aquatic and Rehabilitation Center in Sugar Land. Oak Bend Hospital is near our Rosenberg location.
Yes, at Sports Therapy, our lead therapist speaks Vietnamese. At First Colony Aquatic and Rehabilitation Center in Sugar Land we have therapists that are fluent in Vietnamese. And at our Rosenberg clinic, we have therapists that speak Spanish and Vietnamese.
On average, we are able to schedule our new patients for an evaluation within 2-3 days of receiving all the necessary paperwork.
No. We don’t keep long waitlists for new patients. Outside of holiday weeks or unexpected therapist absences, wait times for a first visit are rarely longer than five business days.
Yes. With three physical therapy clinics across Sugar Land and Rosenberg, we can often get you in even faster if you’re willing to visit one of our other nearby locations for your initial evaluation. After that first visit, you can continue your care at whichever clinic is most convenient for you.
Let our front desk know your situation when you call. Starting physical therapy soon after surgery or injury can make a real difference in your recovery, and our team will work to get you in promptly so you can begin restoring mobility and get back to the life you love.
Physical therapy is a medical, hands-on approach to relieving pain and restoring function. Physical therapists are medical experts in musculoskeletal and neurological conditions and work closely with physicians. Our physical therapists evaluate your movement patterns, identify the cause of your pain, and work to eliminate it.
While every patient’s condition and pain is unique, your physical therapist will use a variety of gentle hands-on techniques, exercises, and equipment to relieve pain quickly and restore your function to optimum levels. The overall goal is to restore pain-free mobility and function and to prevent the injury or pain from recurring.
Working with you and your doctor, we can discuss your options and help determine if physical therapy will be the right choice for you. Contact us today to discuss your current condition and even set up a free consultation if you choose.
As a patient you have the right to receive physical therapy at any place you choose. At First Colony Aquatic and Rehabilitation Center, you will receive the highest quality care while achieving the results you need. We pride ourselves on providing a positive, encouraging environment with well-trained, friendly staff. We are confident in our ability to help you reach your goals and live a pain-free life.
Our scheduling is easy and we offer a convenient location and appointment times for you. We have morning and evening appointments available to meet the demands of your busy schedule. Call us today or request an appointment.
Please have your prescription and insurance card available when you call. This will allow us to verify your insurance benefits and provide you with an estimate of coverage.
To bring on your first visit:
- A prescription (if needed) for physical therapy from your referring physician, ARNP, or PA.
- Insurance information (we will make a copy of your card).
- Print out the patient forms, fill them out, and bring them with you.
- In case of an automobile accident or worker’s compensation claim, also bring any case manager or insurance adjuster contact names, phone numbers, and claim number.
- Please arrive 15 minutes early to complete any remaining paperwork, so you can maximize your time in your evaluation.
- Please wear comfortable clothing that allows easy access to your problem areas.
Physical therapy is not meant to hurt, but to relieve pain. However, as you restore your mobility, pain levels, at times can fluctuate. You might experience some temporary soreness from using muscles that are weakened or recovering. This is a normal response to therapy treatment. Good communication with your therapist will help minimize any discomfort. We want you on your way to quick pain relief and back to normal activities.
Yes, in most cases it does. Our office will be happy to assist in contacting your insurance company and determining your coverage based on your individual policy. For more information, visit our insurance plan page and please do not hesitate to contact our office. We do offer different payment options for your convenience.
If you do not have health insurance, then try financing your recovery. First Colony Aquatic and Rehabilitation accepts financing through CareCredit®. When visiting our facility, feel free to ask about this service and we will be able to assist you. Click here to learn more about CareCredit®.
We accept cash, check, debit card, and credit card. We are happy to discuss payment plan options as well. It is our policy that payment is made at the time of service. Your insurance benefits will be determined prior to your first visit
Dress comfortably with clothes that allow easy access for the therapist to examine your problem areas. For treatments, loose-fitting clothes that are comfortable for gentle exercises and supportive sneakers are often good choices to wear. Please keep in mind the area that is being treated, for example don’t wear a turtle neck if coming in with a neck problem.
Each patient’s diagnosis is different, so together with your referring physician, your therapist will develop a plan of care that is right for you
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