Morning Preparation:

• Arrive at the office and review the schedule for the day. The front desk team has a chart prepared for each patient, following the same process as the podiatrists in the office.

• Check patient charts and review notes from previous sessions.

• Prepare treatment rooms and necessary equipment for the day's treatments. With a designated PT area/office, preparation is simple and streamlined.

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Morning Patient Assessments and Treatment Sessions:

• Conduct initial assessments with scheduled patients to evaluate their condition, range of motion, and strength.

• Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings.

• Begin treatment sessions, which may include therapeutic exercises/activity, manual therapy techniques, all based on the PT’s judgment.

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Lunch Break:

• PTs have the autonomy to decide when they prefer to take lunch.

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Collaboration with Podiatrists and Care Team Throughout the Day:

• Consult with podiatrists regarding treatment plans and patient progress.

• Provide updates on patient status and collaborate on comprehensive care plans.

• Podiatrist or Medical Assistant may request your input and feedback during a Podiatry patient’s visit.

• Access to team discussion for on-site radiography findings and pre/post-surgical cases.

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Afternoon Patient Assessments and Treatment Sessions:

• Resume treatment sessions with scheduled patients.

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Documentation, Follow-Up, and Administrative Tasks:

• Complete documentation of patient evaluations, progress notes, and treatment plans. Our focus on a body area allows for documentation to be streamlined and compact. 

• Develop discharge plans for patients who are progressing well and provide recommendations for ongoing care.

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End of Day Wrap-Up:

• Finalize any remaining team consults and documentation.

• Tidy up treatment rooms and workspace. 

• Review the schedule for the following day and prepare for upcoming appointments.

 

Common Diagnoses Treated:

• Achilles Tendon Surgeries: Ruptures, bone spurs

• Ankle Sprains/Strains

• Peroneal and Posterior Tibial Tendon Repair

• Tendonitis: Peroneal, Tibialis, Achilles

• Plantar Fasciitis

• Ankle Impingements

• Shin Splints

• Stress Fractures

• Balance Impairments

• Ankle Instabilities