Physical Therapy

Benefits of physical therapy

Orthopedic physical therapy focuses on diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal injuries and conditions, from joint pain and muscle strains to post-surgical rehabilitation. Through targeted exercises, manual therapy, and personalized treatment plans, it can reduce pain, restore strength and mobility, and improve overall function. Many patients find that consistent orthopedic physical therapy helps them avoid or delay surgery, while still allowing them to return to daily activities and the sports or hobbies they love safely and efficiently.

What your service

will be like

During your orthopedic physical therapy sessions, you’ll work one-on-one with a licensed therapist who tailors each treatment to your specific needs. Expect a mix of guided exercises, hands-on manual therapy, and personalized strategies designed to reduce pain, restore mobility, and build strength. Your therapist will track your progress closely, adjusting your plan as you improve, so you can safely return to the activities and hobbies you enjoy. Many patients find this consistent, individualized approach helps them recover faster and avoid unnecessary surgery.

Why choose Rausch PT
& Wellness?

Rausch PT & Wellness provides a unique, holistic approach to healing. With in-house wellness services including Rx Massage, StretchFix assisted stretching, and Rx Chiro, our expert team collaborates to create a plan tailored specifically to you. Whether your plan involves physical therapy alone or a combination of our services, every member of our staff works together behind the scenes to help you reach your goals efficiently and effectively.

Premium physical
therapy

Step into a physical therapy experience like never before, where expert care, cutting-edge innovations, and hands-on treatment come together for a truly unique experience.

Enjoy 45- or 60-minute one-on-one sessions with a dedicated physical therapist, including targeted exercises and advanced modalities to accelerate healing, training, and overall wellness. This exclusive, VIP-level care is ideal for those looking to enhance their overall wellness, recover from surgery with expert manual therapy, or achieve lasting pain relief and improved mobility through personalized treatment plans.

Exclusive Care, Exclusive Results

Work directly with your physical therapist for a full hour in extended one-on-one sessions designed specifically for your goals. While we always provide a VIP experience, this upgraded level of care goes beyond what your insurance typically offers—giving you even more dedicated time, focused attention, and personalized treatment. With extended, focused time entirely dedicated to you, experience noticeable improvements with each visit.

Experience the Power
of Premium PT

Explore how this unique experience offers more than traditional care by offering you longer sessions, hands-on guidance, and customized plans that are tailored specifically to your needs. Use your insurance to cover part of the Premium PT costs or explore self-pay options to experience a new level of healing and recovery.

Learn how to prepare for your first appointment

  • A detailed discussion about your recent or chronic injury
    A complete examination and evaluation of the injured area, which will include specific tissue testing, gait analysis, functional screening, biomechanical analysis, etc.
  • Your physical therapist will then relay your findings to you and do her/his best to explain their treatment plan in detail.
  • Following the evaluation, your physical therapist and aide will begin treatment to the injured area and take you through an individualized exercise program.
  • Following your appointment, you will be given a specific home exercise program via Limberhealth.com.
  • All physical therapy visits will be about 60 minutes long: 30 minutes spent with your physical therapist and 30 minutes spent with a physical therapy aide. For an extended period of care with your physical therapist, please explore premium physical therapy options.
  • Referral or prescription (if required by your doctor or insurance) Insurance card and any necessary authorization paperwork
  • Photo ID for registration
  • Medical records related to your injury or condition (X-rays, MRI, surgical notes, etc.)
  • List of current medications (including dosage and frequency)
  • Comfortable clothing that allows easy movement and access to the injured area (e.g., shorts for knee therapy, tank top for shoulder therapy)
  • Athletic shoes or supportive footwear for exercise-based therapy
  • Questions or goals you’d like to discuss with your therapist (e.g., pain relief, returning to sports, improving mobility)
  • Notebook or phone to jot down home exercise instructions
  • Water bottle to stay hydrated during exercises

Our accepted insurance carriers

We believe everyone deserves access to quality orthopedic care, that’s why
Rausch Physical Therapy accepts the following major insurance plans for all
physical therapy services.

Laguna Niguel, Dana Point, Mission Viejo, and Fort Fitness

PPO Providers