You deserve to move better

Physical therapy clinics in two Riverside locations.

Experience the West Coast Spine difference. We’re Professional and Highly Trained. At WCS, our physical therapists are highly educated, licensed health care professionals who are dedicated to helping their patients get results.

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The focus is on you

No aides, no assistants, no double booking, no exceptions.

No Doctor's Prescription Necessary

Contrary to popular belief, you don’t need a doctor’s prescription to see a physical or occupational therapist. Save time and refer yourself to West Coat Spine, Riversides’ top physical therapy clinics.

Dress comfortably with clothes that allow easy access for the therapist to examine your problem areas. For example, wear a loose-fitting shirt instead of a tight button-down shirt if you are coming in for your neck and/or shoulder. If you have a knee or hip injury, wear loose fitting pants or shorts. You are welcome to bring a change of clothes with you. We have extra gym shorts and t-shirts in our office if your clothing is not appropriate for treatment.

Physical therapists have years of university level training in anatomy, physiology, kinesiology (study of joint movement), neurology, and many of the other medical sciences. Our physical therapists have graduated from accredited physical therapy programs and are state licensed. Depending on the university, the physical therapy program is either a masters or doctorate level degree. Rest assured, your therapist is well trained to evaluate and treat your condition.

Overall, no. All of our therapists have experience treating a wide array of orthopedic and neurological dysfunctions, as well as post-surgical cases. Common issues that we see frequently in our office and which all of our therapists are equipped to treat include: low back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain, knee pain, tennis elbow, hip & IT band pain, sciatica, ankle & foot pain, deconditioning, gait & balance, post-stroke, and sports injuries. All therapists can treat post-surgical patients. The only specialty services which require a specific physical therapist are pelvic therapy, trigger point dry needling, vestibular (vertigo) therapy, and the LSVT-BIG program for Parkinson’s Disease.

We require 24-hour notice for cancelled appointments. If you no-show or cancel an appointment with less than 24-hour notice, you are responsible for a $50 late cancellation fee per half hour scheduled. The fee cannot be billed to insurance. If you are trying to contact us after hours or on the weekends to cancel or reschedule, you may leave a voicemail and you will not be assessed the late fee if you call with at least 24-hour notice. If a patient no-shows or late cancels three times, we reserve the right to discontinue treatment. Patients who are more than 15 minutes late to their appointment will be charged a cancellation fee and be required to reschedule their appointment.

Physical therapy is a medical, hands-on approach to relieving pain and restoring function. Physical therapists are medical experts in musculoskeletal and neurological conditions and work closely with physicians. Our physical therapists evaluate your movement patterns, identify the cause of your pain, and work to eliminate it.

While every patient’s condition and pain is unique, your physical therapist will use a variety of gentle hands-on techniques, exercises, and equipment to relieve pain quickly and restore your function to optimum levels. The overall goal is to restore pain-free mobility and function and to prevent the injury or pain from recurring.

Please have your prescription and insurance card available when you call. This will allow us to verify your insurance benefits and provide you with an estimate of coverage.

To bring on your first visit:

A prescription (if needed) for physical therapy from your referring physician, ARNP, or PA.
Insurance information (we will make a copy of your card).
Print out the patient forms, fill them out, and bring them with you.
In case of an automobile accident or worker’s compensation claim, also bring any case manager or insurance adjuster contact names, phone numbers, and claim number.
Please arrive 15 minutes early to complete any remaining paperwork, so you can maximize your time in your evaluation.
Please wear comfortable clothing that allows easy access to your problem areas.

Physical therapy is not meant to hurt, but to relieve pain. However, as you restore your mobility, pain levels, at times can fluctuate. You might experience some temporary soreness from using muscles that are weakened or recovering. This is a normal response to therapy treatment. Good communication with your therapist will help minimize any discomfort. We want you on your way to quick pain relief and back to normal activities.

Most insurances do not require a referral. We are happy to obtain a quote of your benefits, but also encourage you to call your insurance to determine if a physical therapy referral is required. If a referral is required for your insurance, you may bring in a referral (aka script/order) for physical therapy to your first appointment or have your doctor fax it directly to our office at 951-653-4480. We are happy to provide recommendations for doctors if needed!