PHYSICAL THERAPY & HAND REHABILITATION
your choice for evidence based rehabilitation
At Intermountain Physical Therapy & Hand Rehabilitation, our number one priority is the patient. We strive to provide individualized treatment with hands-on, compassionate care. We do not rush our patients or our clinicians. Rather, we perform comprehensive evaluations and encourage patient input for treatment planning and goal setting.
Our philosophy is to provide the highest quality therapy through personalized care and education. We support creative and individualized intervention. Our personalized approach ensures patient comprehension and will enhance proper treatment progression to secure the best outcome for our patients. In order for full return to an active and healthy lifestyle, the patient must be involved and educated in the recovery process.
We accept most insurance including Medicare & Work Comp.
We currently have locations in Nampa & Meridian. Feel free to call any of our locations to schedule an appointment today!
HIGHLY TRAINED STAFF
personalized care & education
Our highly trained staff treats every patient as if he or she is a family member or personal friend. We realize that as a consumer, you have a choice as to where you receive your rehabilitation care. We would be grateful for the opportunity to assist in your recovery.
Chris Peterson, MSPT, OCS, COMT, Clinic Director – Meridian
Chris received his bachelors of science degree at Utah State University. He received his master of science degree in physical therapy from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center in 1996. Chris has a diverse background treating a variety of orthopedic injuries and muscle imbalances. After extensive training, he was certified by the International Academy of Orthopedic Medicine for manual therapy of the spine in 2008, and manual therapy of the lower extremity in 2014. He became a board certified clinical specialist in orthopaedic physical therapy in 2011. He and his wife Kim enjoy watching their 2 daughters compete in soccer and basketball. They also enjoy most outdoor activities including running, skiing, and camping.
Mark Reed, MPT, Clinic Director – Nampa
Mark is a 1994 graduate in physical therapy from Idaho State University. He has been the Director of the Nampa Intermountain Physical Therapy & Hand Rehabilitation clinic since 2005. Since becoming a Physical Therapist in 1994, Mark has continuously enhanced his education with a focus on manual therapy, orthopedics, sports injury rehabilitation and vestibular rehab. He enjoys spending time with his wife, Brenda, and two children camping, fishing, bike riding and skiing.
Services
Additional programs are available. Contact us for information on additional or specialty programs you may need.
- Strains/Sprains
- Neck & Head Aches
- Low Back/Spine Conditions
- Arthritis/DJD
- Tendonitis
- Surgical Repairs/Reconstruction
- Manual Therapy
- Injury Assessment, Treatment, Education & Prevention
- Knee, Shoulder, Foot and Ankle Rehab
- Overhead Athlete (Throwing Injuries)
- Personal Training
- Endurance TrainingEndurance Training
- Work Rehabilitation
- Functional Capacity Evaluations
- Post-Offer Employment Testing
- Work Conditioning/Hardening
- Industrial Consultation
- Ergonomic Analysis
- Splinting
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome/Sprains, Strains and Fractures
- Static and Dynamic Splint Fabrication
- Flexor/Extensor Tendon Repair Rehab
- Elbow & Hand Surgical Repairs/Reconstruction
- Wound Care
- Balance/Fall Prevention
- Cancer Related Fatigue Program
- Vestibular Rehabilitation
- Women’s Health
- TMJ Dysfunction
- Osteoarthritis
FAQ
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Yes. The choice of where you receive therapy is always yours. While the majority of our patients come to us by physician referral/recommendation, many clients request to see us due to our strong clinical reputation in the community.
No. Idaho is a direct access state and we welcome self-referrals. However, some insurance policies require a physician’s referral. Please call our friendly office staff and they can help to determine if a referral is required by your insurance.
We participate in the majority of major health insurance plans including Medicare and Worker’s Compensation. Please contact us prior to your first visit to see if we participate with your specific health plan.
As a service to our patients, we will gladly file claims with your insurance company on your behalf. In order to appropriately submit these claims, we will need to obtain a copy of your insurance identification card to ensure that we have the necessary information.
Your therapist will conduct an evaluation of your condition lasting between 60-90 minutes. The evaluation is necessary to create a program designed specifically to address your needs for a maximum recovery.
– Referral slip from your medical doctor
– Your medical insurance card
– Your ID
– If you are getting therapy as a result of a worker’s compensation claim or an automobile accident, you will also need to bring your claim information, including claim number.
Please arrive 15 minutes early on your first visit to fill out any necessary paperwork.
We recommend comfortable clothing such as sweatpants or shorts, a T-shirt or tank-top and sneakers.
Each visit will last 60 – 90 minutes on average. Times vary due to the treatment and exercises being performed.
The regularity of your visits will be determined after your initial evaluation, but most patients have 3 visits each week scheduled.