Frequently Asked Questions

At KFMT we take a 3 dimensional approach to trying to understand your problems by doing a detailed analysis of your complaints, using that to inform our physical examination and making sure we’re considering all aspects of your health that may be contributing to your issues. 

If you are experiencing pain or discomfort that is limiting your ability to live your life the way you want or just want to improve your movement or performance, we use our approach to find answers and help even when past attempts have been unsuccessful.

Your Initial session will be different from your follow ups. At the initial session we will ask many questions about your current issue(s), the history of these issues and your overall medical and health status. We will do a thorough physical examination, give a general overview of what we think the treatment course may look like and in most cases will do some hands on treatment and/or exercise and movement with you. We recommend arriving early and having your intake paperwork done prior to arriving so you can spend more time with the therapist, not filling out forms. 

Follow up treatments will be less evaluation and talking and more hands on work, exercise and movement that is tailored to your specific needs based on the therapist’s evaluation.  All sessions are 60 minute 1 on 1 sessions with your Physical Therapist and all PTs are Certified Functional Manual Therapists (CFMT) or will be certifying within the next 1-2 years.

Please bring any x-rays, MRI, CT reports or other documentation pertinent to your current condition and Physical Therapy Prescription (if you have one). Wear loose-fitting clothing that allows for the areas of concern to be exposed – the better we can see and feel how your body moves, the better we can care for you and get to the root of what’s causing you pain.

Visit our functional manual therapy page for a comprehensive list of what can be treated. 

KFMT Physical Therapy is an out-of-network provider for insurances that offer out-of-network services.  You may contact your insurance to find out if your plan includes out of network services and what your deductible and co insurance is. When you come to your appointment you will pay for your appointment at the time of service and if you let us know you want to submit to insurance, our medical billers will submit claims on your behalf.

For all patients you will pay for your session at the time of treatment.  If you cannot afford the full rate for Physical Therapy treatment we offer flexible rates (sliding scale) which is available to those who quality.   For more information on flexible rates, visit here to learn about the process.

Please note that appointments that are a no-show or canceled less than 24 hours prior to the appointment time will be charged the full cost of the physical therapy session.

No. According to New York State Law, you can be seen by a licensed Physical Therapist for 30 days or 10 visits before needing to consult with a doctor and obtain a prescription. Some insurances do require a doctor’s prescription initially, so if you are submitting to your insurance for out-of-network benefits, please contact them to check if this is required.

If you are uncertain if Physical Therapy or Pilates would be best for you, you have 2 options:

1.  KFMT Physical Therapy offers 30 minute free consults in which we can listen to your complaints and do a brief examination to determine what the best fit is. The consult is best if you are genuinely not sure if PT, Pilates or something else is the best fit, and is not meant as a replacement for a full Physical Therapy examination and treatment. 

1. Kinected offers BODY IQ sessions (link to Body IQ explanation on Sessions page) where your instructor can direct you toward the services that will serve your body best.