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spine / pelvic / orthopedics / jackson, mississippi

Welcome to Mississippi Physical Therapy in Ridgeland, MS

Your journey to wellness begins the moment you walk through our doors.

At Mississippi Physical Therapy, we believe you shouldn’t have to go one more day accepting your pain or the limitations it puts on your life. Starting with your very first visit, our licensed and skilled therapists develop a hands-on, personalized treatment plan to accelerate your path to a pain-free life.

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01: We Find The Source Of Your Pain

We identify the core problem or pathology and help you understand why it’s causing you pain, and the limitations it can cause if left untreated.

02: We Embrace Your Goals For Getting Better

We get to know your personal reasons for getting your life back to normal. Then, from that day forward, your goals are our goals.

03: Your Personalized “Life Without Pain” Plan

We give you a personalized plan, combining our leading edge treatments, therapeutic exercises, and more.

Our Approach

You’re not just another patient here. You’re a unique person with specific reasons to get back to a life without pain, living without limits. Our goal is to get you there faster with a proven, three-step process that we put into motion on your very first visit:

 

  • We Find the Source of Your Pain: We identify the core problem or pathology and help you understand why it’s causing you pain, and the limitations it can cause if left untreated.

  • We Embrace Your Goals for Getting Better: We get to know your personal reasons for getting your life back to normal. Then, from that day forward, your goals are our goals.

  • Your Personalized “Life Without Pain” Plan: We give you a personalized plan, combining our leading-edge treatments, therapeutic exercises, and more.

Experience and expertise to serve you better.

Every therapist at MS Physical Therapy is licensed and certified in their area of expertise. We’re also lifelong learners. That means we never stop continuing our education in order to give you the best possible care. We’d like to help you do the same!

We Specialize in Manual Therapy for:

Manual Therapy for:

  • Low Back
  • Neck
  • Hip
  • Knee
  • Ankle/Foot
  • Shoulder/Elbow
  • TMJ

Our treatment areas include:

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YOU DESERVE A LIFE WITHOUT PAIN. AS A NEW PATIENT, HERE IS WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT ON YOUR FIRST VISIT:

Additional Questions? We Can Help!

I have more questions regarding my care, pain treatment, or upcoming visit. Where do I go to get my questions answered?

Frequently Asked Questions

Standard Physical Therapy:

  • Focus: Standard physical therapy, often referred to as “physiotherapy,” uses a broad range of techniques, exercises, and modalities to address a variety of physical conditions, injuries, and impairments.
  • Techniques: Physical therapists use exercises, stretches, and functional movements to improve strength, flexibility, balance, and mobility. They also employ modalities like heat, cold, ultrasound, and electrical stimulation.
  • Scope: Standard physical therapy is a comprehensive approach that addresses a wide range of conditions, including orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and more. It often includes education, therapeutic exercises, and functional training.

Manual Therapy:

  • Focus: Manual therapy is a specialized approach that primarily focuses on hands-on techniques and interventions to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal conditions, particularly joint and soft tissue dysfunction.
  • Techniques: Manual therapists use a variety of manual techniques such as joint mobilization, joint manipulation, soft tissue mobilization, and myofascial release. These hands-on methods aim to improve joint mobility, reduce pain, and restore proper function.
  • Scope: Manual therapy is typically employed for conditions related to musculoskeletal dysfunction, such as joint pain, muscle tightness, and restricted movement. It is often used in conjunction with other physical therapy techniques.
In summary: standard physical therapy encompasses a broader range of therapeutic approaches and is suitable for a wide array of physical conditions. Manual therapy, on the other hand, is a more specialized approach that relies primarily on hands-on techniques to address musculoskeletal issues. Often, a combination of both standard physical therapy and manual therapy may be used to provide the most effective and comprehensive treatment for an individual’s specific needs.

In Mississippi, you will need a referral for physical therapy treatment. You may acquire this from several sources including:

  • Any physician
  • Nurse Practitioner
  • Physician’s Assistant
  • Dentist
  • Chiropractor

At MS Physical Therapy, we are in network with the following insurances:

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Tricare

Yes. If you are a member of one of the above insurance companies, manual physical therapy you will receive at MS Physical Therapy is a standard covered service.

At MS Physical Therapy, we are in network with the following insurances:

If you are not a member of one of our in network insurances, we have affordable cash pay options available competitive to the market, including dry needling.

At MS Physical Therapy, we are in network with the following insurances:

If you are not a member of one of our in network insurances, we have affordable cash pay options available competitive to the market, including dry needling.

Initial Evaluation

Typically, initial evaluations will last 50-70 minutes. Your therapist will spend significant time talking with you and educating you on your condition. We will also perform manual therapy and/or dry needling to help you make immediate progress. We will also prescribe therapeutic exercise to help you maintain gains following hands-on intervention. We will usually end treatment with modalities such as moist heat.

Follow-Up Visits

Typically, follow-up visits will last 45-60 minutes. This will include further investigation to your progress, hands-on intervention as well as prescribed exercise followed by modalities such as moist heat.
Most MS Physical Therapy patients will attend therapy 2-3 times per week for 4-6 weeks. However, we will do everything we can in order to help you return to your life you have always wanted to live as soon as possible.

Athletic Wear: Consider wearing loose-fitting, moisture-wicking athletic clothing, such as a T-shirt, tank top, or moisture-wicking top, along with shorts or yoga pants. These types of clothing are often ideal as they allow your therapist to easily access and evaluate the affected area and provide you with a wide range of motion.

Footwear: Choose supportive, comfortable athletic shoes with good arch support and cushioning, especially if you’re performing weight-bearing exercises. Proper footwear can help reduce the risk of injury and provide stability.

Understanding Your Insurance Coverage

At MS Physical Therapy, we understand the importance of accessing quality care without financial stress. We're committed to making your experience with us as seamless as possible, including navigating insurance coverage.

What Insurance Plans Do We Accept?

We accept a wide range of insurance plans to ensure our patients have access to the care they need. Our team is experienced in working with various insurance providers, including but not limited to:

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Tricare

If you don’t see your insurance provider listed, please reach out to our team. We may still be able to accommodate your needs.

Before your first visit, our team will help verify your insurance coverage. This process involves confirming your benefits, coverage limits, copays, deductibles, and any prior authorization requirements.
Insurance plans can be complex, and each plan may have different coverage for physical therapy services. Our team will assist in explaining your benefits, making sure you understand what is covered under your plan, and any potential out-of-pocket expenses.
In the event that we are not in-network with your insurance provider, you may still have out-of-network benefits that could apply. We can help explain these benefits and work with you to maximize your coverage.
For any services not covered by insurance or for patients without insurance, we offer flexible payment options. These can include self-pay rates, payment plans, care credit and other arrangements to ensure you receive the care you need.

Initial Evaluation

Typically, initial evaluations will last 50-70 minutes. Your therapist will spend significant time talking with you and educating you on your condition. We will also perform manual therapy and/or dry needling to help you make immediate progress. We will also prescribe therapeutic exercise to help you maintain gains following hands-on intervention. We will usually end treatment with modalities such as moist heat.

Follow-Up Visits

Typically, follow-up visits will last 45-60 minutes. This will include further investigation to your progress, hands-on intervention as well as prescribed exercise followed by modalities such as moist heat.

Overview of How Insurance Works for Physical Therapy:

Before you begin physical therapy, it’s essential to verify your insurance coverage. This can be done by contacting your insurance provider or checking your insurance plan documents. You’ll want to know what services are covered, any limitations or restrictions, and whether you need a referral or preauthorization.
In Mississippi, in order to receive physical therapy services, a referral from your physician is required. This can be from any physician (MD or DO), nurse practitioner, physician’s assistant, dentist, and chiropractor.
Most insurance plans have deductibles that you must meet before the insurance coverage kicks in. You’ll need to pay for your physical therapy services out of pocket until you reach your deductible.

After meeting your deductible, you may still be responsible for co-payments or co-insurance, which are a percentage of the cost of each visit. The amount you pay will depend on your specific insurance plan.

Insurance plans may have limits on the number of physical therapy sessions or a maximum coverage amount per year. It’s important to be aware of these limitations.
Insurance providers typically cover physical therapy when it’s deemed medically necessary to treat a specific condition or injury. Your therapist will work with your healthcare provider to provide documentation supporting the medical necessity of the treatment.
For certain types of physical therapy or extensive treatment plans, your insurance provider may require preauthorization. This means your healthcare provider must obtain approval from the insurance company before you can receive the recommended services.
The physical therapy provider will bill your insurance company directly for their services. You may receive an explanation of benefits (EOB) from your insurance company explaining what was covered and what you owe. Make sure to review these documents carefully.
If your insurance company denies coverage for physical therapy, you have the right to appeal the decision. Your healthcare provider can assist you in the appeals process.
It’s crucial to thoroughly understand your insurance coverage and communicate with both your healthcare provider and insurance company to ensure you receive the necessary physical therapy services without unexpected financial burdens. Additionally, keep records of all communications and documents related to your insurance coverage and physical therapy treatment for reference.
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