By Dr. Michael E. Polykama, PT, DPT, CSCS Many patients ask if they need a prescription or referral before starting physical therapy. The simple answer in most cases is: No. New Jersey state law allows for “direct access” for patients to seek care from a licensed physical therapist at an outpatient rehabilitation provider such as […]
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, in addition to Physical Therapy Month. Physical therapists play an important role in treating women who have experienced breast cancer-related surgery. Receiving a diagnosis of breast cancer may mean a breast biopsy, lymph node biopsy or removal, lumpectomy, mastectomy, breast reconstruction or radiation therapy. Any of these treatments […]
