Physical rehabilitation is about restoring functioning and quality of life, but the specifics will be different for everyone. Goal setting is one of the most important parts of the physical rehabilitation process and is what guides the interventions that your therapist chooses, as well as how you measure your progress over the clinical course. During your first visit, your physical, occupational, and/or speech therapist will complete an evaluation which should include setting goals for therapy. These will include time-bound, measurable, as well as short-term and long-term goals. Your rehabilitation goals should be individualized to your own preferences and goals for your recovery and life.