An Annual PT Exam Can Prevent Problems and Improve Overall Health

Annual physical therapy (PT) exams aren’t as common as a yearly physical or a regular checkup with the dentist. However, research shows that moving well is important, so an annual check to find small changes in strength, balance, coordination or range of motion makes sense.

An annual PT exam is quick and easy. They usually include a history of your injuries, a complete health history and a review of your movement goals – do you want to run a marathon or just get on and off the floor easier when you play with your grandkids? Your physical therapist will then assess your strength, balance, coordination, flexibility and more. What happens next depends