Motion Stability

At Motion Stability, we believe that physical therapy should not be performed in a group environment. When pain and injuries are present, the patient deserves individualized, private services provided by a skilled clinician such as a Physical Therapist. We provide a comprehensive evaluation to determine all the factors that contribute to the patient's injury and provide an appropriate treatment plan to restore the patient back to their functional or sporting goals.

Physical Therapists perform a variety of interventions, including manual therapy, neuromuscular re-education and therapeutic exercise. At Motion Stability, all treatments are performed by the Physical Therapist; we do not employ assistants, aides or technicians. Exercises are supervised and individualized for the patient as it pertains to their condition and goals for therapy. Each patient is also instructed in a home exercise program, to complement what is performed in the clinic, as well as instruction in proper posture and body mechanics.

Please be sure to bring your completed patient forms, any referral or script from your doctor or other health practitioner (if available), your insurance card, driver's license, and method of payment. Please arrive 20 minutes ahead of time to make sure all forms and necessary paperwork are completed. Changing facilities, lockers, and showers are available.

Generally, it is a good idea to wear loose and comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely. If the condition for which you are being treated involves a specific region of the body, it is preferred that that area be as accessible as possible. If you have been given or are currently using any assistive devices, including orthotics, please bring them with you as well. Motion Stability has lockers available for use to store all of your personal items during your session. Please ask the receptionist for instructions and availability. We do have private areas in which you can change in and out of your therapy clothing if you are going to/coming from work, etc. We also have a shower if you need to clean up after your physical therapy.

During your first visit, we will talk to you about your history and ask you questions relating to your injury or problem including what your symptoms are and what makes you feel better or worse. We will ask about previous injuries, other current or past medical conditions, as well as your daily activities such as work, sports and hobbies in order to determine factors related to your problem. We will also review any special tests (x-rays, CT scans, etc.) that you have had.

We will then do a physical assessment and biomechanical exam to assess your movement and problem areas. Along with your history, this will help us determine the cause of your pain and dysfunction and how to treat it most cost effectively and efficiently. We will then discuss our findings and begin our treatment plan directed at achieving your identified goals for therapy.

Your session may involve various forms of treatment based on your individual needs. Treatments may include, but are not limited to manual therapy, intramuscular manual therapy, neurodynamics, modalities, and specific exercise and functional movement progressions. All interventions all aimed to reduce your pain and dysfunction and restore you to your functional and sporting goals.

Georgia state law allows the patient to receive a physical therapy examination without a referral from a doctor. There are some instances where a referral is not necessary. These include the patient who is returning to physical therapy within 60 days of discharge from prior physical therapy, and those who are interested in fitness and wellness programs. Should you not have a referral, we are happy to refer to one of the numerous physicians with whom we work so that you may obtain one. Some insurance companies will not reimburse physical therapy services without a referral. For further questions please contact our office at (404) 254-4193.

Each therapy session is 55 minutes in length. Since this time is specifically reserved for you, please arrive a few minutes ahead of schedule to change and prepare for your session. You will find that we do our best to run on time and we respect that your time is as valuable as ours.