Starting Physical Therapy in Vero Beach
If you've been referred to physical therapy — or are considering it — you might be wondering what actually happens during your first visit. At Longevity Rehab Center, we've been helping patients in Vero Beach and Indian River County recover and move better since 1997. Here's exactly what to expect.
Your Initial Evaluation
Your first appointment at one of our Vero Beach clinics is an evaluation, not a treatment session. Your licensed physical therapist will spend time getting to know your medical history, your current symptoms, and your goals. This typically takes 45–60 minutes and includes:
- Health history review — current medications, prior surgeries, and relevant diagnoses
- Pain assessment — where it hurts, when it hurts, and what makes it better or worse
- Functional movement testing — how you walk, bend, reach, and move
- Strength and range of motion testing — to identify deficits
- Neurological screening — reflexes, sensation, and nerve function when relevant
Your Personalized Treatment Plan
Based on your evaluation, your therapist will design a personalized treatment plan. This plan will outline your diagnosis, your short and long-term goals, how many visits per week we recommend, and the types of interventions we'll use — which may include manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, dry needling, electrical stimulation, or aquatic therapy at our West Vero Beach location.
What to Bring to Your First Visit
- Your insurance card and photo ID
- Your doctor's referral or prescription (if required by your insurance)
- A list of current medications
- Completed new patient paperwork (available on our website)
- Comfortable clothing that allows access to the area being treated
Insurance & Payment
Longevity Rehab Center accepts Medicare and is in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield and most major insurance plans. Call us at (772) 978-9750 before your first visit and we'll verify your benefits so there are no surprises.
Our Vero Beach Locations
We have two Vero Beach clinics for your convenience:
- East Vero Beach — 1515 Indian River Blvd, Suite A135, Vero Beach, FL 32960
- West Vero Beach — 9055 Americana Rd, Suite 20, Vero Beach, FL 32966 (also offers Aquatic Therapy)
Ready to Get Started?
Call us at (772) 978-9750 or stop by any of our four locations in Vero Beach, Sebastian, or Wabasso. Our team is ready to help you move better and live longer.