Is it worth driving from Ocean Springs to GT Physical Therapy?

Many Ocean Springs patients think so. GT Physical Therapy is at 1408 Ingalls Ave in Pascagoula — about 25 minutes via US-90 or I-10. Patients make the drive for 1-on-1 care with the same Doctor of Physical Therapy every visit, plus advanced dry needling and shockwave therapy.

Do I need a referral for physical therapy in Mississippi?

No referral is needed in most cases. Mississippi allows direct access to physical therapy. Ocean Springs residents can call 228-471-5047 and schedule directly — often within the same week.

Does GT PT accept Medicare for Ocean Springs patients?

Yes. GT Physical Therapy accepts Medicare. We work with most major insurance plans and will verify your benefits before your first visit so you know your coverage and any out-of-pocket costs upfront.

Serving Ocean Springs · Pascagoula · Jackson County

Physical Therapy for Ocean Springs, MS Residents — Care Worth the Drive

Ocean Springs has plenty of clinics — but not this model of care. At GT PT in Pascagoula, you see the same Doctor of Physical Therapy every visit, with advanced dry needling and shockwave therapy. Accepting new Ocean Springs patients now.

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Why Ocean Springs Patients Make the Drive to GT PT

One doctor, one patient, every visit — with advanced dry needling and shockwave therapy you won't find at most Gulf Coast clinics. That's why patients pass a dozen closer options to get here.

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~25 Minutes from Ocean Springs — US-90 or I-10

GT Physical Therapy is located at 1408 Ingalls Ave in Pascagoula. From Ocean Springs, take US-90 East through Gautier, or I-10 East to Highway 613 — about 25 minutes door to door from downtown Ocean Springs, less from the east side.

Most area chain clinics schedule you with a different tech each visit and rotate you through group exercises. At GT PT, you see the same Doctor of Physical Therapy — Dr. Austin Baskin, DPT — every single appointment. He knows your history, tracks your progress, and adjusts your treatment based on how your body responds.

GT Physical Therapy clinic interior — serving Ocean Springs and Pascagoula MS

What We Treat

Ocean Springs residents come to us for a wide range of conditions — from acute injuries to chronic pain that hasn't responded to other treatment.

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Back & Neck Pain

Manual therapy and targeted exercises to resolve the underlying cause — not just mask it with heat packs.

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Knee Pain & Knee OA

Specialized dry needling and manual therapy for knee osteoarthritis, ACL rehab, and chronic knee pain.

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Shoulder Pain

Rotator cuff injuries, frozen shoulder, impingement — hands-on care to restore full range of motion.

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Dry Needling

Advanced trigger point dry needling with e-stim. Especially effective for chronic pain and tendinopathies.

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Shockwave Therapy

Extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) for plantar fasciitis, tendinopathy, and stubborn chronic pain.

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Post-Surgical Rehab

Structured recovery after joint replacement, ACL surgery, spinal surgery, and more.

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TMJ Treatment

Jaw pain, clicking, locking, and TMJ headaches. One of the only dedicated TMJ PT programs on the Gulf Coast.

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Workers' Comp Injuries

Work injury rehab with direct adjuster coordination. Getting you back to work safely and documented properly.

Why Ocean Springs Patients Choose GT PT Over Chains

What makes a 25-minute drive worth it.

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1-on-1 With Your DPT — Every Visit

You work directly with Dr. Austin Baskin every single appointment. No techs, no rotating staff. He knows your body, your history, and your goals from session one.

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Root Cause Treatment

We don't hand you a resistance band and put you on a bike. Every session is a hands-on assessment and treatment targeting the actual source of your problem.

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Advanced Dry Needling Specialist

Dr. Baskin holds a formal Cert DN credential. The only advanced dry needling program in Pascagoula — and one of the few in Jackson County.

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Same-Week Scheduling

Most new Ocean Springs patients are scheduled within the same week. No 3-week wait list. Call Monday, come in Wednesday.

Austin Baskin PT DPT with patient at GT Physical Therapy Pascagoula — serving Ocean Springs MS

Dr. Austin Baskin explaining 3D anatomy using iPad at GT Physical Therapy Pascagoula MS

Insurance & Payment — No Surprises

We verify your benefits before your first visit. Know your cost before you drive from Ocean Springs.

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Medicare

Accepted. We explain your coverage and out-of-pocket costs upfront.

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Major Insurance

We work with most major plans. Call to verify your specific benefits.

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Workers' Comp

Work injuries accepted. Direct adjuster coordination.

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Cash Pay

Transparent rates. Know your cost before your first appointment.

What Patients Say

5.0 stars on Google — from real patients across Jackson County.

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"I had an amazing experience. Austin was welcoming, professional, and genuinely invested in my recovery. He took the time to assess my condition, explain the treatment plan clearly, and answer all my questions. I started noticing improvement much sooner than expected."

Tommy L. — Google Review

★★★★★

"Austin has been patient and kind with all the explaining behind each step of my treatment. He listens when I ask crazy questions. He even sends me home with tutorial videos for exercises. GT Physical Therapy is changing my life for the good!"

Janna S. — Google Review

★★★★★

"Best physical therapist I've ever been to. Austin is very knowledgeable and very gentle and he knows exactly what your body needs. He can help all types of physical problems."

David — Google Review

FAQs for Ocean Springs Patients

Is it worth driving from Ocean Springs to GT PT?

Our Ocean Springs patients say yes. GT PT is at 1408 Ingalls Ave in Pascagoula — roughly 25 minutes via US-90 or I-10. If you've been through the rotating-tech routine at closer clinics without results, the drive to see the same DPT every visit usually pays for itself in fewer total visits.

Do I need a doctor's referral from an Ocean Springs physician?

No referral is needed in most cases. Mississippi is a direct access state for physical therapy. You can call us directly at 228-471-5047 and we'll get you scheduled — often within the same week. No physician visit required first.

Do you accept Medicare for Ocean Springs patients?

Yes. We accept Medicare and will verify your specific benefits before your first visit so you know exactly what you'll owe, if anything. No surprise bills after the fact.

What's the difference between GT PT and clinics in Ocean Springs?

Most physical therapy clinics in the area operate with rotating staff and group-style treatment. At GT PT, you see the same Doctor of Physical Therapy — Dr. Austin Baskin, DPT — every single visit. He performs hands-on treatment, tracks your progress session to session, and adjusts your plan based on how you respond. We also offer advanced dry needling and shockwave therapy that most area clinics don't have.

What hours are you open — can I come before or after work?

We're open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Early morning appointments work well for patients who need to come in before their workday begins. Call us at 228-471-5047 and we'll find a time that fits your schedule.

Book Your Appointment — Ocean Springs Patients Welcome

Same-week appointments available for Ocean Springs residents. Medicare, major insurance, and workers' comp accepted. Call to verify your benefits.

228-471-5047

GT Physical Therapy · 1408 Ingalls Ave, Pascagoula, MS 39567 · ~25 min from Ocean Springs · Mon–Fri 8am–5pm

Location & Directions from Ocean Springs

GT Physical Therapy

Address: 1408 Ingalls Ave, Pascagoula, MS 39567

Phone: 228-471-5047

Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

From Ocean Springs: US-90 East or I-10 East to Hwy 613, approx. 25 min

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Also Serving

Pascagoula · Gautier · Moss Point · Vancleave · All of Jackson County, MS

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