Physiotherapy: Frequently Asked Questions

Through assessment, diagnosis and the planned treatment of injuries, physiotherapists help you prevent injuries and/or get back on your feet again after an accident takes place.

Back pain is the most common complaint of patients who find their way to physical therapy. As we age, we settle into less ideal posture, and experience the weakening of muscles. Through this process, especially if one leads a sedentary lifestyle, back pain can occur. The short answer to this is, yes, physical therapy can alleviate back pain!

This varies from patient to patient. Acute (sudden and often non-recurring) injuries require fewer treatments for recovery than chronic illnesses. In the case of a chronic illness, physiotherapy may be a permanent part of your life.

Loose-fitting clothing is the best option. If you have chronic pain in a large area, please wear whatever makes you most comfortable. If you have acute pain in a specific smaller spot, make sure you allow for mobility in that area, and make it easy for your therapist to access it. For example, if you have a shoulder injury, a tank top or other sleeveless shirt will be most beneficial to your therapy.

Patients do not need a referral to benefit from our treatment. You are welcome to do your own research regarding which therapists to choose. However, your insurance company may require a form or doctor's note, so it's best to check with them before making any final decisions.

Physical therapy can help in every aspect of life, at every stage of your life. If you are looking to stay mobile and prevent injuries, we're here to educate and assist you. If you have been hurt in an accident we can help you recover. If you experience chronic pain, we can make you feel like your best possible self. Physical therapy is one of the greatest ways to keep your body functioning at its highest level.

It is a common misconception that physiotherapy is intended only for athletes and those suffering from activity-based injuries. Physiotherapy is applicable to anyone, at any stage in their life. In fact, those in a sedentary lifestyle can reap immense rewards from physiotherapy in the form of fitness and prevention of chronic illnesses such as arthritis.

We most certainly do. One of the afflictions patients come to a physiotherapist for most often is whiplash. Whether you've decided on your own to seek help from a physiotherapist, or a doctor recommended you attend rehabilitation, physical therapy is key in the treatment of motor vehicle accident injuries.