FAQ

Physiotherapy is a regulated health profession dedicated to: 

• Getting you moving better

• Decreasing or managing your pain

• Promoting fitness, health and wellness.  

• Physiotherapists have a University degree and  study anatomy, physiology, pathology, diagnostic methods, treatment techniques

• for more information contact the Canadian Physiotherapy Association

• or the College of Physical Therapists of Alberta

The professional guidance of a Physiotherapist will help you improve your health and fitness in a safe manner. You should consult with your doctor to ensure that you are not restricted in activities allowed and to know if you have any health limitations or recommendations with exercising.

While a physician's referral is Not required to access Physiotherapy, your doctor's clearance is recommended.

Physio-Active is Private physiotherapy and thus Not covered by Alberta Health.

Payment can be made by cheque to Tonia Wood or cash or e-transfer (tonia@physio-active.ca), and you will be provided with a receipt for Physiotherapy Services that you may be able to submit to your health insurer, depending on your coverage.

With Physio-Active, you can arrange for a  physiotherapy assessment for your tendonitis, and discuss treatment options.  Then, if acupuncture is deemed an appropriate modality option for you and you consent to try it, you can have one or two needles as a trial to test your response.  Remember, that even after you have consented to try acupuncture, you can still decide to discontinue the treatment at any time! It is entirely your choice to consent to acupuncture, and discontinue whenever you want, even if the treatment has just begun. Alternative treatment can be offered instead, like acupressure, manual therapy, stretching or exercise.