Incorrect! During the initial assessment at Back in Motion the physical therapist will screen for red flags that would warrant imaging studies. When indicated, the treating physician will be contacted to discuss any concerns.

Therapy interventions will be based on physical limitations as loss of motion and tightness, not on a MRI! Diagnostic imaging can be used to test a hypothesis. When a patient does not respond favorably to the intervention provided (usually after four or five visits) the referring physician will be contacted, who would make the decision if imaging studies or other assessment tools will be indicated at that time.