Is Virtual PT for You?
The honest answer is: maybe.
Virtual physical therapy is a powerful, personalized option for many people—but it’s not a one-size-fits-all solution. In this post, I’ll walk you through who benefits most, common concerns I hear, and how to know if this model fits your life, your goals, and your body.
Who Benefits Most from Virtual PT?
I work with a wide range of clients, but virtual care tends to work especially well for people who:
✅ Are managing persistent or chronic pain
Whether it’s back pain, joint stiffness, or pain that’s “mysterious,” virtual PT allows us to dig deeper. We explore how pain is influenced by posture, movement, habits, and stress—and develop strategies for sustainable relief.
✅ Have “graduated” from in-person PT but don’t feel done
Many clients feel lost once insurance visits run out. Virtual PT bridges the gap between clinical rehab and real-life strength, helping you stay accountable and build resilience long after discharge.
✅ Need flexibility
Busy schedule? Kids at home? Travel often? Virtual sessions mean no commute and no lost time. You get the same expert care from the comfort of your home—or even your hotel room.
✅ Prefer privacy and comfort
You’re free to move, ask questions, and express concerns without the distractions of a busy clinic.
✅ Want more than a sheet of exercises
If you’ve ever been handed a generic list and told to “just do these,” you know how impersonal that feels. My approach is highly individualized. I work with you, not just on you.
Common Concerns—Let’s Address Them
❓“Don’t I need hands-on treatment?”
Manual therapy has its place, but research shows that long-term change comes from movement, education, and consistency. Virtual PT focuses on the tools that empower you to help yourself—so you’re not dependent on someone else to feel better.
❓“What if I’m not tech-savvy?”
If you can click a Zoom link, you’re good. I’ll guide you through everything step by step—no complicated software, no stress.
❓“Can you really see what’s going on through a screen?”
Yes. I’m trained to observe movement, posture, mobility, compensation patterns, and strength in detail—even over video. In fact, seeing how you move in your home environment can tell me more than a clinic setting ever could.
Virtual PT Might Not Be a Fit If:
You need emergency care or post-operative wound management
You require in-person neurological rehab or hands-on diagnostics
You aren’t ready to actively participate in your own healing
You don’t have a private or safe space to move freely
(If this is the case, I’m happy to refer you to someone in person or work in tandem with your local provider.)
So, Is Virtual PT Right for You?
Ask yourself:
Do I want to understand my pain or movement limitations more deeply?
Do I prefer personalized support over a one-size-fits-all plan?
Do I want a provider who sees the whole picture—not just one joint or injury?
Am I ready to take an active role in how I move, feel, and heal?
If you answered yes to even a couple of these, you’re likely a great candidate.
Let’s Talk
Still not sure? That’s what discovery calls are for.
I offer a free 20-minute consultation so we can explore your goals, questions, and concerns—no pressure, no commitment. Just clarity.
📅 Click here to schedule your free call
📧 Or email me at balancedbybeth@gmail.com
Virtual care can be powerful when it meets the right person at the right time. If that’s you, I’d be honored to walk alongside you.
—Dr. Beth Teran, PT, DPT
Virtual Physical Therapist | Wellness Coach
