new patient FAQ
PHYSIO CARE OWEN SOUND IS ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS
Owen Sound Physiotherapists Accepting New Patients.
Thank you for choosing Physio Care to address your health concerns.
Please browse our frequently asked questions to find answers to your questions. If you require further assistance please do contact us.
What is Physiotherapy?
Physiotherapy is the treatment to restore, maintain, and make the most of a patient’s mobility, function, and well-being. Physiotherapists study the science of movement. They learn how to pinpoint an injury’s root causes and help you through physical rehabilitation and injury prevention. Physiotherapists get you involved in your own recovery. Think about getting physiotherapy if you have an injury or chronic pain that affects how you function every day.
Why should I consider physiotherapy?
We help you to achieve the strength, mobility and agility to accomplish your functional and recreational goals, whatever they may be. Some ideas might include:
- Resolving that nagging Hip/back/knee/neck/shoulder pain that doesn’t seem to be going away on its own.
- Regaining movement, function and strength after injury/surgery.
- Getting in to an active lifestyle and staying injury free.
- Addressing the physical complications of breast cancer and achieving good quality of life.
- Managing the swelling and related mobility complications with Lymphedema.
- Addressing pelvic health issues related to pregnancy or surgery and restore confidence and mobility.
- Achieving pain relief and learning to decrease the incidence of injury/aches/pain and get the most out of your life.
There are many reasons to incorporate physiotherapy into your active lifestyle and these summarize some of them.
What should I expect in my first visit?
Your initial 1 on 1 visit with your physiotherapist will typically last about 45 mins – 1hour. We will start with listening carefully to understand the underlying problems and how it is affecting you. There can be one defining injury or a surgery or sometimes there can be multiple causative factors, whatever the case may be, it is really important to understand the causative factors to address the overall problem effectively. We will review your relevant medical history and any test reports (MRI, CT scan, ultrasound, X-Ray) that you bring along. We can request your family doctor to send the medical imaging results to us if we need it.
We will then do a physical assessment of your injury/problem area through a variety of assessment including strength, joint range of motion, muscle flexibility, movement patterns, limb girth measurements, internal assessment for pelvic health physio to name a few.
Your physio will then discuss with you on the underlying problems, the contributing factors and the personalized treatment plan to address the relevant concerns.
After explaining the treatment options and obtaining the informed consent your physio may start your treatment during the initial visit itself or wait until the follow up visit depending on the time available.
Your treatment plan could include, manual therapy, electro therapy modalities such as ultrasound, LASER, acupuncture/ dry needling, K-taping/bracing, customized specific exercises program and education on ergonomic strategies.
How can I prepare for my first appointment?
Ahead of your first appointment, you may want to complete the intake form that we will email you. In the event you are not able to complete the intake form please arrive 15 minutes early to complete it at the clinic.
Please wear suitable clothing during your appointment; with your permission, any areas to be examined should be accessible to your therapist. Bring any relevant imaging (x-rays, MRI, ultrasound, etc.) or notes from your doctor.
And finally: breathe. You’ve got this (and we’ve got you).
Do I need a doctor’s referral to get physiotherapy?
No, you do not need a doctor’s referral for physiotherapy in Ontario. We are primary health care providers and thus a referral is not necessary. However, your extended health insurance provider may require a doctor’s prescription in order to reimburse you. If you are not sure, we suggest that you may want to clarify this with your insurance provider.
Can you share your physiotherapy findings and treatment plan with my doctor and other health care professionals involved in my care?
Absolutely yes. We strongly believe in a team approach and we encourage communication with the health care professionals involved in your care. We all have our unique skill set and knowledge and the way we approach things that ultimately benefits you in accomplishing the best quality of care. With your permission we will gladly communicate and provide the members of your health care team with the relevant assessment and treatment information. Please do let us know if you would like us to do it.
Is my visit covered by OHIP?
We do not provide OHIP funded physiotherapy, please refer to the college of physiotherapists for a list of designated OHIP funded clinic in Ontario.
Do you offer direct billing?
Yes we do offer direct billing through Telus health.
If you prefer, we can also provide you with an invoice and you could submit the invoice to your insurance company and get reimbursed.
Do you take WSIB (Workplace safety and insurance board)?
At present we do not service WSIB claims.
Do you take MVA (Motor vehicle accident claims)?
Yes we do treat people who need physiotherapy following a motor vehicle accident injury. Please follow this link to learn more about our services following an injury sustained through a motor vehicle accident.
Motor vehicle accident physiotherapy
Injuries and conditions, we treat.
How do I schedule an appointment?
There are 4 easy ways to book an appointment.
Call us: Please call 519-373-4464.
Email: send an email to physiocareowensound@gmail.com
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519.373.4464
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226.256.8356
Email
physiocareowensound@gmail.com
Address
Unit #5
810 10th Street West
Owen Sound
N4K 3S1
