Institute for Rehabilitation and Research

Preparing for Your Visit

Please call in advance to schedule your first appointment. Your clinician will do a thorough evaluation and recommend a treatment plan during your first appointment.

Physician Services

For your first appointment:

  • Arrive at least 15 minutes early; you will need time to complete medical history forms.
  • be prepared to describe your condition and pain level

You should bring:

If available, please bring:

  • MRI, x-ray, and any other reports related to your condition
  • information about prior treatments

Your clinician will advise you on what you should do and bring for subsequent appointments.

Centers for Rehab Services

When you come for your first appointment at CRS:

  • Arrive at least 30 minutes early; you will need time to complete medical history forms.
  • be prepared to describe your condition and pain level
  • wear loose-fitting and comfortable clothing
  • wear comfortable shoes

You will need to bring:

  • your prescription for therapy services
  • current insurance information
  • a list of all medications you are taking
  • a list of questions or concerns to discuss with your therapist

If available, bring: 

  • MRI, x-ray, and any other reports related to your condition
  •  information about prior therapy treatments, including the number of sessions and the dates of the treatments
  • any assistive devices you use

Our staff will advise you on what you should do and bring for subsequent appointments.