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Straight answers about physical therapy, dry needling and recovery — from Dr. Austin Foguth, PT, DPT in Stow, Ohio.
Straight answers about physical therapy
Honest, practical answers to the questions people actually ask before booking — written by a doctor of physical therapy, not a marketing department.
What is Cash-Based Physical Therapy?
An honest look at what out-of-network physical therapy costs, how superbills work, and if going out-of-network is best for you.
Do I Need a Referral for Physical Therapy in Ohio?
Ohio is a direct access state — you can see a physical therapist without a doctor’s referral. Here’s what that means and the one limit worth knowing.
Dry Needling vs. Acupuncture: What’s Actually the Difference?
Both use thin needles. That’s where the similarity ends. A physical therapist explains the difference in training, theory and what each is actually for.
Does Dry Needling Hurt? What to Expect During and After Treatment
You may be surprised that dry needling is much more comfortable than anticipated. You may feel a brief ache, a localized muscle twitch, or a quick “tap”. Your physical therapist should guide you through the whole treatment.
STart your road to recovery
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