Physiotherapy and You

What is Physiotherapy?

Physiotherapy is a recognized health care discipline that specializes in the assessment, treatment and maintenance of the human body's movement and function.

Physiotherapists integrate the use of many therapeutic modalities with their expertise in exercise and movement rehabilitation to create the optimal plan to meet your therapeutic goals.

Kanata Orthopaedic Physiotherapy Clinic specializes in providing physiotherapeutic interventions and exercise programs to people of all ages presenting with any type of orthopaedic condition - which are those conditions related to bone, muscle and joint problems.

What can I expect at my first physiotherapy visit?

On your initial visit, your physiotherapist will assess your specific condition. A detailed history of your injury will be taken and a full musculoskeletal examination will be performed. A clinical diagnosis will then be established to identify and appropriately treat your condition. Based on your assessment, individual goals will be created with you, and a specific physiotherapeutic treatment plan will be initiated.

Your rehabilitation will include one-on-one manual treatments by your therapist aimed at alleviating pain and increasing movement. Your therapist may also use various modalities, including electrotherapy, ultrasound, laser and acupuncture to speed your recovery and decrease pain. Your therapist will also prescribe a specific exercise program to improve your strength, flexibility or function as needed. This program will be closely monitored and progressed by your therapist.

Should you require other services, such as massage therapy or custom orthotics assessments to further aid in your recovery, they are also offered on-site at Kanata Orthopaedic Physiotherapy Clinic.