Direct Access for Physical Therapy

Why Wait For A Referral?

Get the Therapy You Need.

Get direct access to physical therapy. No physician referral required.

Whether you are an athlete, have a neurological condition or just want to participate in everyday activities, working with a physical therapist can relieve pain and increase mobility so you can get back to feeling like yourself.

At Memorial Hermann, we can help you find the right therapy or rehabilitation for your condition or illness. With direct access you can seek and receive an evaluation and treatment from a physical therapist, for a limited timeframe, without the need to see another health care provider first.

Read our frequently asked questions to learn more about direct access to physical therapy.

We treat a wide array of conditions including:

  • Arthritis
  • Back Pain
  • Balance
  • Burns
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Developmental Delays
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Deconditioning
  • Dislocations
  • Falls
  • Fractures
  • Hand Injuries
  • Headaches
  • Incontinence
  • Joint Pain
  • Lymphedema
  • Osteoporosis
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Pelvic Pain
  • Post COVID-19
  • Spinal Cord Injury
  • Sports Injuries
  • Stroke
  • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
  • Vertigo
  • Vestibular Dysfunction
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Are you experiencing pain or recovering from an injury?


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Take the physical therapy assessment to see if you could benefit from physical therapy.

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Jeff Faber

Physical Therapy: Your Questions Answered


Jeff Faber

Jeff Faber, Physical Therapist at Memorial Hermann Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, answers commonly asked questions like, "do I need a doctor's referral for physical therapy?", "what kinds of cond...

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Direct Access

Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation


Direct Access

Our Physical Therapists focus on providing quality care for patients with common injuries, chronic pain or those recovering from surgery to get them back on the road to recovery.

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From a sprained ankle to a life-altering injury, we provide the therapy services you need. Learn more about which Memorial Hermann facility may work best for your therapy needs below.

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Rockets Sports Medicine Institute


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The Rockets Sports Medicine Institute offers clinical expertise of recovery and endurance training designed to help athletes improve their performance, recover from injury and prevent future injuries.

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TIRR & Katy Rehabilitation


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TIRR Memorial Hermann and the Memorial Hermann Rehabilitation Network offers rehabilitation for patients who have experienced a neurological disorder due to a life altering injury or illness.

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Ready for Relief?

If you’re interested in finding relief through physical or occupational therapy, the therapists at Memorial Hermann are here to help. Request an initial evaluation appointment by filling out the form below or calling (713) 521-0020 or (888) 301-8477.

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If you need more immediate assistance, please call us at (713) 521-0020.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.