Physiotherapy

 What is Physiotherapy?

MédiSport Physio can help you regain a better quality of life and help you better manage pain through physiotherapy. 

Our expertise and comprehensive approach can help you regain your maximum physical abilities following an injury or pain.

What does Physiotherapy treat?

Physiotherapy can help you restore, maintain mobility through physical rehabilitation and injury prevention. We can treat: 

• Lower back and lumbar problems (pain, sprain, herniated disc, osteoarthritis)

• Cervical problems (pain, headaches, herniated discs, osteoarthritis, brachialgia, whiplash)

• Post-operative conditions (ligament reconstruction, arthroscopy, meniscectomy, knee replacement, hip replacement, rotator cuff reconstruction, herniated disc, fracture)

• Sports injuries

• Joint, muscle, tendon and/or ligament injuries and/or pain

• Concussion

• Dizziness - Vertigo

• Chronic pain

What techniques are used in Physiotherapy? 

Physiotherapists employ a variety of manual techniques to help treat patients, such as:

• Education

• Mobilizations / joint manipulations

• Mobility, strengthening and balance exercises

• Electrotherapy

• Dry needling - PPAS

• Tapping

• Manual therapy

• Soft tissue release technique

We will develop customized plan for treatment based on the nature of your injury and your needs.

Is Physiotherapy covered by Insurance?

Some insurance plans may cover the cost of physiotherapy. Please check with your insurance company to be sure. Some insurance plans may require a prescription from your doctor to cover the cost.

How can I book an appointment?

Contact us to make an appointment at our Gatineau clinic