Physical Therapy at Home in the Rio Grande Valley

Physical therapy is one of the most effective ways to restore mobility, reduce pain, and prevent falls after injury, surgery, or illness. At Professional Rehab Services, our physical therapists deliver this care where it has the greatest impact — in the patient's own home. This is not a compromise; it is an advantage. Home-based physical therapy allows our PTs to design exercise programs around the specific environment the patient lives in every day.

Consider a patient recovering from a total knee replacement. In a clinic, they might practice walking on a smooth, level floor. At home, our physical therapist works with them on the actual surfaces they encounter daily — the carpeted bedroom, the tiled bathroom, the concrete driveway, the uneven sidewalk. They practice the real transfers: getting in and out of their specific bed, their particular recliner, their car. This functional, real-world training translates directly into safer, more confident independence.

Fall prevention is a major focus of our physical therapy program. Falls are the leading cause of injury-related death among adults over 65, and the Rio Grande Valley's older adult population is particularly vulnerable. Our PTs conduct thorough balance assessments, design progressive strengthening and balance programs, and train patients on safe movement strategies. They also evaluate the home for fall hazards and recommend specific modifications.

For patients recovering from stroke or other neurological events, our physical therapists address the motor impairments that limit walking, standing, and functional movement. Using evidence-based neurological rehabilitation techniques, we help patients rebuild motor pathways, improve coordination, and regain as much independence as possible.

Deconditioning — the loss of strength, endurance, and function that occurs after prolonged bed rest, hospitalization, or illness — is another common reason patients are referred for home physical therapy. Our PTs develop graduated exercise programs that safely rebuild the patient's physical capacity, reducing the risk of re-hospitalization.

All of our physical therapists in the Rio Grande Valley are bilingual, providing therapy in English and Spanish. We believe that clear communication between therapist and patient is essential for safety and for getting the most out of every session. Instructions for home exercise programs are provided in the patient's preferred language.

We accept Medicare, Medicaid, Blue Cross, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Humana, and most insurance plans. A physician referral is required. Contact us to schedule a free in-home evaluation, or have your doctor send the referral directly.