PHYSIOTHERAPY
Physiotherapy uses a hands-on, patient-centered approach to correct injuries or imbalances in your body with the guidance of our expert physiotherapists. At Plaza Physiotherapy Burnaby, we guarantee one on one patient treatment and care.
Our trained and experienced physiotherapists begin your visit by taking a comprehensive body assessment to learn more about your individualized needs and health goals to create a personalized plan that works best for you. Our singular attention is a key aspect setting physiotherapy apart from a standard doctor visit.
Physiotherapy incorporates the use of manual therapies, various modalities and exercise prescription to help you regain movement and get you back to feeling good. Our physiotherapists also provide you with tips and resources to help you maintain proper movement and function outside the clinic to help you live pain free.
What to expect at your session?
Your therapist will begin with a full body, comprehensive assessment. This will include a discussion of your symptoms, daily routines and health history. Additionally, your therapist with take a closer look at your posture and how you move. You may be asked to complete certain movements as part of the assessment to help identify the root cause of your discomfort or pain. Together, this information will provide a guide for your treatment plan moving forward to ensure relief of any tension or pain you are experiencing. Keep in mind, physiotherapy is not only for people who are already experiencing these situations of discomfort and pain, but also for prevention of any future injuries by strengthening the body and ensuring proper alignment.
During subsequent treatments, therapists will provide a range of methods to improve the way you move, release tension, increase range of motion and build strength. Hands on myofascial treatment, joint mobilization and manipulation will be used to decrease tension. In addition, therapists may use modalities and/or acupuncture to assist recovery. Once discomfort and tension have been decreased, our physiotherapists will walk you through personalized corrective exercises to help you control the increased range of motion as well as to strengthen your muscles for increased stabilization. Your therapist will provide description and demonstration of each exercise to ensure you are able to successfully continue these exercises at home.
Our Goals for your treatment
Our physiotherapists take a full body approach, understanding that our body is greatly connected. The aim is to not only reduce your pain and decrease tension, but also to restore balance, ensure proper posture, increase range of motion and build strength.
- Reduce Pain —Our main goal is to ensure you are no longer experiencing any form of tension or discomfort in response to joint, muscle and/or nerve pain
- Prevent Injury — Further treatment is provided to ensure strength, mobility and proper posture are maintained in order to prevent further injury
- Accelerate Recovery — Our full body approach ensures we identity and alleviate the root cause of the discomfort you are experiencing and get you back to enjoying your daily routines as quickly as possible]
Who do we treat?
We treat everyone! Whether you are covered by ICBC, extended health benefits, MSP premium assistance or are needing private care, we are here to help. Some may be seeking treatment as a result of a motor vehicle accident, sports injury or recent injury, however some may want relief from ongoing discomfort or support in preventing future injuries. Whatever the case may be our experienced professional physiotherapists can support your journey to a healthier you!
Our physiotherapists are highly trained in many areas that are not often associated with receiving physiotherapy. However, they can provide support in a variety of health related issues, including but not limited to:
- Sports Injury
- Diabetes
- Fractures
- High blood pressure
- Neck pain
- Back pain
- Chronic pain
- Vestibular disorders (dizziness)
- Osteoporosis
- Arthritis
- Rehabilitation
- Pregnancy discomfort
- Pelvic floor discomfort
Book an appointment today by clicking the link below or calling us at 604-438-9111, to find out how our experienced physiotherapists can help you reach your full wellness potential.
INITIAL ASSESSMENT – PRIVATE
45 MINUTES | $115
Initial Physiotherapy session consist of a one-on-one consultation with a full assessment of patient needs. This gives us an opportunity to create and discuss a treatment plan, including how often and number of treatment required. Goals will be created to meet the most efficient recovery and treatment will begin.
SUBSEQUENT VISIT – PRIVATE
30 MINUTES | $95
Follow up treatments are hands on and one-on-one experiences where we follow the outlined plan to meet goals to ensure fast and full recovery. Treatment will vary depending on individual cases and will include a mixture of hands on Manual Therapy, exercise movement instruction and prescription. Modalities will include ultrasound, inferential, and electromuscular stimulation and the possibility of Acupuncture. There will be education and a take home exercise program.
1 HOUR SUBSEQUENT VISIT – PRIVATE
60 MINUTES | $165
Please consult with our physiotherapists before booking our one hour sessions. These follow-up treatments are recommended for multiple areas and recommended by a physiotherapist. This is a hands on, one-on-one treatment that will follow the outlined treatment plan to meet your goals to ensure a fast and full recovery. Treatment will vary on individual cases and includes a mixture of hands on Manual Therapy, exercise movement instruction and prescription. Modalities include ultrasound, inferential, electromuscular stimulation, and possible Acupuncture. There will be education and a take home exercise program.
ICBC CLAIM
30 MINUTES | NO USER FEE
For your first visit, please ensure you have your ICBC Claim number, Adjusters name, and phone number. The initial treatment will include a diagnostic assessment and creation of a treatment plan plus education and take home exercise homework. Treatment will vary on individual cases and includes a mixture of hands on Manual Therapy, exercise movement instruction and prescription. Modalities include ultrasound, inferential, electromuscular stimulation, and possible Acupuncture.
MEDICAL SERVICE PLAN (MSP COVERAGE)
Initial 45 MINUTES | $92
30 MINUTES | $72
This treatment is for those who are covered by MSP. If you are unsure whether or not you are covered, please call our office before booking and we can find out for you. We will need to have your personal health number and birthdate in order to check.