Physiotherapy is an effective treatment for fractures and dislocations. Fracture are a result of excessive force applied to a bone resulting in complete or incomplete breaks. Dislocations are product of a one bone being dislodged from another from its usual position causing a separation. Physiotherapy administered in a timely fashion can reduce pain, symptoms, and return to baseline status.
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Fractures and dislocations are considered medical emergencies. Immediate treatment post fracture involves immobilization or fracture repair via surgery. A joint dislocation requires reducing the joint back to its neutral position. Once the medical emergency has been stabilized, physiotherapy is vital for return to baseline function.
Physiotherapy treatments include:
A skilled physiotherapist is an integral member of your road to recovery post fracture, dislocation, or surgery. It is important to be proactive in your care, so that the physiotherapy can quickly get you back to your activities of daily living.
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Our physiotherapy services are not covered by provincial healthcare plans like OHIP, MSP, or RAMQ, but they are affordable and reimbursable by most private insurance providers, including Cowan, Great-West Life, Desjardins, iA Financial Group, and Standard Life.
Appointments are 45 minutes.
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Licensed physiotherapist
Personalized treatment plan
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No hidden fees
Appointments are 30-40 minutes.
Online session
Licensed physiotherapist
Personalized treatment plan
Insurance receipts provided
No hidden fees