For onset 6-12 weeks ago, what is the recommended visit frequency?

• A. 3x a week
• B. 2x a week
• C. 1x a week
• D. 1x every 4 weeks

Answer: (B)

Visit frequency is determined by the healing stage of the condition. When onset is 6–12 weeks ago, the case is in a subacute phase where inflammation is resolving and tissues are recovering, so the therapy dose should be moderate. Seeing the patient twice a week provides enough clinical input to drive gains in strength, mobility, and function while still giving time for a home exercise program to work and for progress to be monitored and adjusted. Too frequent visits (like three times weekly) are often reserved for the initial acute phase with active inflammation, and too infrequent visits (like once weekly or monthly) may not sustain momentum in the subacute phase. Therefore, twice per week best matches the needs of subacute rehabilitation.