What is neurological physical therapy?
Neurological physical therapy treats movement, balance, and functional problems caused by conditions that affect the brain, spinal cord, or nervous system. It is a specialized area of physical therapy, not a general approach applied to a neurological diagnosis.
At Get Set Physical Therapy, your therapist evaluates how your specific condition affects the way you move, and builds a treatment plan around your diagnosis, your disease progression, and your functional goals. Neurological rehabilitation works with the brain's ability to adapt and reorganize, using structured, repetitive training to help you regain function or slow further decline.
Conditions we treat with neurological physical therapy
We treat neurological conditions that affect movement, balance, coordination, and daily function:
Parkinson's disease: rigidity, bradykinesia, tremor, balance impairment, and freezing of gait. Our therapists use LSVT BIG, an amplitude-based training protocol that retrains bigger, more deliberate movements to counter the progressive smallness Parkinson's causes.
Stroke recovery: hemiparesis, balance deficits, gait abnormalities, and loss of functional independence. For older stroke patients, our geriatric physical therapy program addresses age-related factors alongside neurological recovery.
Multiple sclerosis: fatigue management, coordination and strength loss, and mobility changes during flare-ups and disease progression
Balance and vestibular disorders: vertigo, dizziness, vestibular dysfunction, and fall risk assessment and training
Additional neurological conditions: headaches and migraines (cervicogenic and tension-type), traumatic brain injury, and peripheral neuropathy
If your condition is not listed here, call us at 469-314-1369. There is a good chance we treat it.
Your neurological physical therapy options at Get Set PT
Your program combines neurological assessment, condition-specific protocols, and specialized modalities matched to your diagnosis and functional goals:
Neurological assessment: evaluation of movement, balance, coordination, strength, gait, and functional ability specific to your diagnosis
LSVT BIG therapy: amplitude-based training for Parkinson's disease that uses intensive, high-effort exercises to retrain larger movements across everyday tasks
Gait and balance training: structured programs to improve walking pattern, steadiness, and confidence on stairs and uneven surfaces
Neuromuscular re-education: retraining movement patterns and motor control affected by neurological damage
Dry needling: trigger point release for muscle tension and spasticity that restrict movement
Medical massage therapy: targeted soft tissue work coordinated with your PT plan for chronic tension and circulation
Home exercise programs: structured plans for the days you are not in the clinic, so progress does not stall between sessions
Your therapist adjusts the mix of techniques and exercise intensity as your condition responds to treatment.
Call 469-314-1369 to schedule your evaluation.
Why patients choose Get Set Physical Therapy
Get Set Physical Therapy is not a high-volume clinic. Here is what that means for neurological patients.
1-on-1 care every visit: you work directly with your physical therapist for the full session. We do not hand you off to aides or technicians. For neurological conditions, this consistency matters. Your therapist tracks how your condition is responding, notices changes session to session, and adjusts your program in real time rather than reviewing notes someone else wrote.
A clear treatment philosophy: we focus on helping you recover and maintain function through movement, hands-on therapy, and education. Our approach avoids opioids, injections, and surgery whenever possible.
An experienced team: Dr. Howie Barrett founded Get Set PT to provide care that stays with one therapist throughout your treatment. Our physical therapy team works across musculoskeletal, neurological, geriatric, and pediatric therapy.
Readers' Choice award winner: Get Set PT earned the 2026 Rockwall Living Magazine Readers' Choice award for Physical Therapist.
"The Best! The most caring group of professionals you will ever meet. Dr. Howie listens. He not only develops an effective therapy plan, he considers the patient's personal goals and structures a program targeted at best outcomes. If you need physical therapy, this is the place to go."
Schedule neurological physical therapy in Rockwall
Get Set Physical Therapy & Wellness is located at 1205 N Goliad Street, Rockwall, TX 75087. We are open Monday through Friday, with early morning appointments starting at 7:30 AM.
Your first visit includes a full evaluation of your neurological function, movement quality, and goals, plus your initial treatment plan. Most patients attend 2 to 3 sessions per week, though frequency depends on your diagnosis and how you respond to treatment.
Call 469-314-1369 or reach us at physicaltherapy@getsetpt.com to get started.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I book neurological physical therapy at Get Set PT?
Call 469-314-1369 or visit our contact page to request an appointment. Texas has direct access, which means you can see a physical therapist without a doctor's referral for up to 30 consecutive calendar days. Some insurance plans still require a referral for coverage, so we check your specific plan before your first visit.
What is the difference between neurological PT and regular physical therapy?
Neurological physical therapy accounts for how your brain and nervous system affect your movement, not only the muscles and joints. Your therapist factors in your specific diagnosis, disease progression, and neurological symptoms when designing your treatment. Protocols like LSVT BIG for Parkinson's are specialized to neurological conditions and are not part of general PT.
Can physical therapy help with Parkinson's disease?
Yes. Physical therapy is one of the primary non-medication interventions for Parkinson's disease. LSVT BIG, an amplitude-based training protocol, has evidence supporting its effectiveness in reducing motor impairment in people with mild Parkinson's disease. Ongoing therapy also helps manage balance impairment and reduce fall risk as the disease progresses.
How soon will I see improvement from neurological physical therapy?
It depends on your diagnosis and starting point. Some patients notice improved balance, strength, or movement quality within the first few weeks. Chronic or progressive conditions like Parkinson's and MS involve longer timelines, with goals focused on maintaining function and slowing decline. Your therapist sets measurable benchmarks during the evaluation so you can track progress.
Does insurance cover neurological physical therapy?
Most insurance plans cover physical therapy, including neurological rehabilitation. Coverage, copays, and session limits vary by plan. We contact your insurance before your first visit and provide a breakdown of your expected per-visit cost. Call 469-314-1369 to check your coverage.
Our Location
OUR ADDRESS
Get Set Physical Therapy & Wellness
1205 N Goliad Street
Rockwall, TX 75087
Email: physicaltherapy@getsetpt.com
Tel: 469-314-1369
Fax: 214-276-1844
OUR HOURS
Monday and Thursday
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday and Wednesday
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
7:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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