physical therapy
What we do
Northbound’s approach to care involves working with the mind and body to restore movement, improve pain, and target function.
We help you improve body awareness through movement and hands on treatment and help you improve posture and muscle tone via the nervous system.
Patients who love our approach have an interest in their mind-body connection and want simple strategies they can stick to make positive shifts in how they feel and what they can do.
Service can be delivered in your home within the Grand Traverse Region, online, or at Table Health in the Grand Traverse Commons.
coverage
Northbound does not participate with commercial insurance, Medicare, or Medicaid.
If you have insurance benefits we encourage you to use them if that is best for you! Some plans have you pay out of pocket for physical therapy before any benefits kick. Some clients with insurance choose to pay with their HSA.
If you have Medicare, you will need to use a participating provider, but we are happy to see you afterwards for a seniors wellness service!
If you have out-of-network benefits with your commercial or Medicare Advantage plan you can request a superbill to submit to your insurance for requesting reimbursement.
Common treatment areas
BACK PAIN
knee pain
shoulder, Elbow
& Wrist pain
Foot & Ankle pain
neck pain
Balance
hip pain
recovery
the process
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Call or email for a brief consultation to ensure we’re a good fit. Intake forms are online for simple collection of your information. No clip boards necessary. Paper options available upon request.
Because of the level of service we provide we do not participate with insurance, but we do accept HSA/FSA payment or can provide you a superbill upon request for submission to insurance out of network.
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Your PT will visit you at home, review your symptoms, assess your motion, and determine the root causes of your issue. Even if you prefer virtual visits, an initial in-person visit is preferred, though not required.
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Learn the specific strategies to address your problem including exercises and expected follow-up appointments.
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Start feeling better and enjoying what you love to do. Continued communication with your therapist about how well you feel you are reaching your goals and what else may need to be addressed.
HOW
EDUCATION
After assessing your posture and motion, your therapist will provide you with education about your problem, posture, and ergonomics, and what to do about it.
Exercise
Movement is usually key to improvement as reducing pain is often about restoring balance between muscle groups. Your therapist will teach you how to perform exercises correctly and why each is important.
HANDS ON
We utilize manual therapy techniques such as joint mobilizations, soft tissue massage, myofascial release, and other techniques as appropriate.