what is physiotherapy?
Physiotherapy is assessment and treatment to assist in the restoration, maintenance and optimization of clients’ mobility, function, and overall well being. Physiotherapists help to get you back to life which may include work, sport or school needs. Physiotherapy is an active recovery process that may include other methods to help optimize pain and function such as manual therapy and/or acupuncture.
What can I expect at my first physiotherapy appointment?
You will have a one-on-one session with your therapist where they will learn about you and your needs. Overall this may include:
- A thorough medical history review
- Assessment of your condition and diagnoses
- A treatment plan with individualized goals set with your therapist
- An exercise plan to help get you back to functioning
Orthopaedic Injuries and/or conditions:
In-person or virtual one-to-one physiotherapy following musculoskeletal injuries or dysfunction. For example, neck pain and back pain.
Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT)
In-person or virtual one-to-one physiotherapy for those experiencing vestibular disorders that may include dizziness, vertigo, gaze instability, imbalance and/or falls.
Concussion Rehabilitation
In-person or virtual one-to-one physiotherapy following concussion or mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI).
how can physiotherapy be accessed?
in-person
In-clinic treatments that may include acupuncture, manual therapy, and/or exercise as required.
virtual
Online video appointments available to ALL Ontario residents and also covered by private health insurance companies.
Combination
In-person and virtual appointments mixed to suit your busy lifestyle and needs.