Answers to the questions we hear most often. If something isn’t covered here, feel free to contact us.
No referral required. Physical therapists in most states can evaluate and treat patients through direct access without a physician’s referral. Beyond the initial visit, if a referral is required, we can help you understand what documentation you may need.
A free, 15–20 minute conversation. No intake forms, no commitment. We’ll talk through what you’re dealing with, what your performance and daily life looks like, and whether PerformWell is the right fit. If we’re not the right match for what you need, we’ll say so and point you somewhere useful.
Any relevant imaging (MRI, X-ray reports), a list of current medications, and your insurance card if you’d like a superbill. Wear or bring clothes you can move in — an initial evaluation usually includes movement assessment. Dancers: bring a dance bag.
For performers and athletes, please bring in your shoes, skates, instruments or other equipment you use regularly for your training to assist with the evaluation.
Yes. PerformWell works with performing artists and athletes at every level — pre-professional students, recreational performers, community theatre participants, and adult returners to art and sport. What matters is that your training matters to you and you want care that understands that.
Insurance contracts limit how many patients a PT can see per hour and how much time each visit can receive. Being out-of-network removes those constraints. Your session belongs entirely to you — no aide time, no shared slots, no treatment decisions driven by billing codes. It allows Dr. Schuyten to maintain a caseload where they know each patient’s full situation, not just their diagnosis.
This depends on what you’re dealing with and where you are in your performance season. Acute injuries often benefit from more frequent visits early; maintenance and performance optimization work might be once a week or less. Dr. Schuyten will give you a realistic picture at your first appointment — not a fixed package designed to maximize visit count.
For many conditions, yes. Virtual PT works well for movement analysis, therapeutic exercise instruction, postural correction, education, and return-to-activity planning. It’s less suitable for conditions requiring hands-on manual therapy. We’ll be honest on your consultation call whether virtual is a good fit for your specific situation.
Dance companies, performing arts conservatories, university dance and theatre programs, pre-professional training programs, secondary schools, studios, rinks, gyms, production companies, music programs, and sports organizations. The common thread is that performing artists and athletes are central to the organization’s work.