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What is Physiotherapy ?

Physiotherapy

All You Need To Know About Physiotherapy. 

What is physiotherapy? 

Physiotherapy is a healthcare profession dedicated to improving quality of life by decreasing pain and restoring optimal movement and function. 

The healthcare professionals who provide physiotherapy services are called physiotherapists. They are highly trained individuals and are skilled at identifying and treating various injuries and diseases and pre-and post-surgical rehabilitation. 

Whatever your needs are, you can see a physiotherapist at any time. Because physiotherapists are direct-access practitioners, you do not require a referral from your doctor to see us. 

What do Physiotherapists treat? 

Physiotherapists are trained in various aspects of health and wellness and offer various rehabilitation services such as: 

  • Preventing and treating clients with conditions and injuries that involve muscles, ligaments, tendons, joints, nerves and bones. Physiotherapists frequently treat some common issues: back and neck pain, disc-related conditions, sciatica, headaches, rotator cuff strains, carpal tunnel, tendinitis, arthritis, sprained ankles, knee ligament injuries, and many others.
  • Managing neurological and vestibular disorders like concussions, vertigo, neuronitis, labyrinthitis, or Meniere’s disease that may cause dizziness, headaches, nausea, balance deficits, double vision, nystagmus, and poor eye tracking.
  • Providing rehabilitation in people who have suffered spinal cord damage or people with neurological diseases such as stroke, Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis.
  • Providing rehabilitation and support for people suffering from diseases and injuries that affect the heart and lungs, like heart attacks or COPD.
  • Helping patients get back to normal after surgeries like joint replacements, ligament repairs, fractures and amputations.
  • Addressing women’s health concerns like pregnancy and birth, post-partum care, incontinence and pelvic floor dysfunction. 
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What treatment techniques do physiotherapists use? 

Physiotherapists employ a combination of techniques, depending on the nature of the injury and the problem they are treating. The most common physiotherapy techniques are:

  • Exercise: Using specific exercises and stretches to target muscle imbalances, weakness, poor movement patterns, poor range of motion and functional deficits.
  • Manual therapy: Mobilizing joints and employing soft tissue techniques to reduce pain and muscle spasm, improve circulation and range of motion.
  • Intramuscular stimulation (IMS): IMS (also known as dry needling) is the practice of inserting acupuncture needles into the affected muscles in order to reduce pain, muscle spasm and tension to restore optimal movement. Electrical stimulation may also be used in combination in some instances.
  • Virtual reality: Using virtual reality headsets to assess neurological and vestibular disorders by precisely tracking and monitoring eye movement during various complex tasks to create the most precise and effective treatment plan for you. These high-tech devices can then use this information to create individualized rehabilitation programs that get you to perform various tasks and games to help improve your symptoms.
  • Electrical muscle/ nerve stimulation (EMS/NMES): Using precise electrical currents to help suppress and block pain signals, increase muscle activation, and improve muscle strength or endurance.
  • Bracing, taping, splinting: Use of various assistive, supportive and protective devices and equipment to improve pain, function, or to protect the area from further harm. 

What should I expect from my first physiotherapy appointment?  

Your first physiotherapy appointment will be an initial assessment. At Advantage Sport Medicine and Physiotherapy, you and your therapist will have a dedicated 60 minutes of one-on-one time to perform a detailed subjective history and objective examination. 

In the subjective history, your physiotherapist will ask specific questions to get a better understanding of your past medical history and your experiences with your injury or disease/ condition. 

The objective assessment involves having the therapist observe your movement and your limitations and perform a series of active and passive tests to identify potential causes of your symptoms. These tests may temporarily irritate your injury even further, but this may be necessary for your physiotherapist to isolate the cause of your issues. 

By conducting a thorough assessment, your physiotherapist can gather as much information as possible before making a diagnosis and creating an individualized treatment plan, just for you. 

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What should I expect in my follow-up? 

Your next appointments at Advantage Sport Medicine and Physiotherapy will be 30 minutes of one-on-one time with your physiotherapist where you can discuss any issues or progress that have come up since your previous session. Your therapist will also reassess some of the tests from the initial assessment to objectively measure any progress you have made. Your therapist may also employ different treatment techniques as well as progress your treatment plan if appropriate. 

Why See Us? 

Our unique clinic based in Edmonton and St. Albert offers multi-disciplinary services and a top-tier group of therapists to help you achieve your goals. At Advantage Sport Medicine and Physiotherapy, our dedicated team of physiotherapists, athletic therapists, kinesiologists, strength and conditioning coaches, and sports medicine physicians will help you develop a tailored rehabilitation plan.

 

Contact us today to book your appointment

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Jul 6

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Behind the scenes with ASM South pistol squat challenge!

And the winner is…. KOJI!

How many can you do?!
Remember to listen to your body when attempting the above.

Hey @advantagesportmedstalbert show us what you got! #yeg #yegphysio #yegphysicaltherapy #yeglift #yeghealthandwellness #yeghealth #yegathlete #edmontonlife #edmontonathlete #stalbert #stalbertphysio #stalbertfitness #physicaltherapy #physio #edmonton

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Jul 4

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Mobility Monday!

It’s time to kick off the week and get moving. Put your hip mobility to the test with this week’s mobility challenge above.

Don’t forget to listen to your body when attempting the above. #yeg #yegphysio #yegphysicaltherapy #yeglift #yeghealthandwellness #yeghealth #yegathlete #edmontonlife #edmontonathlete #stalbert #stalbertphysio #stalbertfitness #physicaltherapy #physio #edmonton

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Jul 1

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As we come to the end of Athletic Therapist Month, check out the video above to learn more about what athletic therapists do and how they can help you.

Looking to get back into sport? Call us to book in for to an athletic therapy appointment! ☎️ #yeg #yegphysio #yegphysicaltherapy #yeglift #yeghealthandwellness #yeghealth #yegathlete #edmontonlife #edmontonathlete #stalbert #stalbertphysio #stalbertfitness #physicaltherapy #physio #edmonton #yegAT #yegathletictherapy #athletictherapist #hypopressives

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Jun 30

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‼️In case you missed it ‼️

Welcome to pelvic floor 101, our live introduction to pelvic floor physiotherapy! Kimberly went live to talk the what, who, when, and hows of pelvic floor physiotherapy. She covers common symptoms and conditions that may benefit from working with a pelvic health PT, as well as, what to expect at an assessment.. and more!

Head to the link in our bio to learn more or to book your assessment today!

#yeg #yegphysio #yegphysicaltherapy #yeglift #yeghealthandwellness #yeghealth #yegathlete #edmontonlife #edmontonathlete #stalbert #stalbertphysio #stalbertfitness #physicaltherapy #physio #edmonton
#pevichealth #pelvicfloor #pelvicfloorphysicaltherapy #pelvicfloorexercises

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Jun 28

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💥 Instagram Live Q&A coming soon! 💥

Join Kimberly Dice, our pelvic health physiotherapist, on our instagram live Wednesday as she introduces you to pelvic floor physiotherapy and answers any questions you may have! 

Feeling curious about pelvic health physiotherapy but having some questions? 

Join us here on Wednesday, June 29th, at 730 pm to learn and ask more!  #yeg #yegphysio #yegphysicaltherapy #yeglift #yeghealthandwellness #yeghealth #yegathlete #edmontonlife #edmontonathlete #stalbert #stalbertphysio #stalbertfitness #physicaltherapy #physio #edmonton
#pevichealth #pelvicfloor #pelvicfloorphysicaltherapy #pelvicfloorexercises

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Jun 27

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Happy Monday!

Looking for a whole body stability and mobility challenge to get the week going?
Try our challenge above!

Objective: Try to keep you foot firmly planted on the wall throughout the entire movement! 

Remember to listen to your body when attempting the above! #yeg #yegphysio #yegphysicaltherapy #yeglift #yeghealthandwellness #yeghealth #yegathlete #edmontonlife #edmontonathlete #stalbert #stalbertphysio #stalbertfitness #physicaltherapy #physio #edmonton

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Jun 23

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💭 Feeling curious about pelvic health physiotherapy but having some questions? 
💭 What is pelvic health? 
💭 What symptoms can it help me address? 
💭 Is pelvic floor physiotherapy right for me? 
💭 Think pelvic floor physiotherapy may help a friend or family member?

Join Kimberly Dice, our pelvic health physiotherapist, right here on our instagram live next Wednesday as she introduces you to pelvic floor physiotherapy and answers any questions you may have! 

Join us here on Wednesday, June 29th, at 730 pm to learn and ask more!  #yeg #yegphysio #yegphysicaltherapy #yeglift #yeghealthandwellness #yeghealth #yegathlete #edmontonlife #edmontonathlete #stalbert #stalbertphysio #stalbertfitness #physicaltherapy #physio #edmonton
#pevichealth #pelvicfloor #pelvicfloorphysicaltherapy #pelvicfloorexercises

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Jun 22

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PELVIC HEALTH Q&A COMING SOON!

A lot of people suffer from pelvic health conditions and it is time to reduce the stigma. 

At Advantage Sport Medicine and Physio, we want to increase your self-esteem to be able to do social and physical activities that are meaningful to you!

Join Kimberly Dice, our pelvic health physiotherapist, right here on our instagram live next Wednesday, June 29 at 7:30pm as she introduces you to pelvic floor physiotherapy and answers any questions you may have! 

 #yeg #yegphysio #yegphysicaltherapy #yeglift #yeghealthandwellness #yeghealth #yegathlete #edmontonlife #edmontonathlete #stalbert #stalbertphysio #stalbertfitness #physicaltherapy #physio #edmonton
#pevichealth #pelvicfloor #pelvicfloorphysicaltherapy #pelvicfloorexercises

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Jun 20

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Mobility Monday! 🏋️‍♂️🏋️‍♀️

Looking for a shoulder mobility challenge? 
Try our mobility challenge of the week! #yeg #yegphysio #yegphysicaltherapy #yeglift #yeghealthandwellness #yeghealth #yegathlete #edmontonlife #edmontonathlete #stalbert #stalbertphysio #stalbertfitness #physicaltherapy #physio #edmonton

Don’t forget to listen to your body when attempting the above.

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Jun 17

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❕NOW OFFERING PELVIC FLOOR PHYSIOTHERAPY❕

Did you know that Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy can help with:
▫️bladder and bowel leakage
▫️frequent restroom breaks 
▫️pain with intercourse
▫️pelvic prolapse 
▫️pre and post partum 

Call today to book your assessment!
📞 ASM South: 780-299-0174
📞 ASM North: 780-460-9977

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Jun 15

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Our TEAM, Your ADVANTAGE

They say it takes a team to build a village; or in this case, an athlete 👟 

Our team of physiotherapists, kinesiologists, and athletic therapists are high skilled in getting athletes   back to what they love and achieve their athletic goals.

Visit our team today at Advantage Sport Medicine to get back on track with doing the things you love

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Jun 13

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Mobility Monday has a new challenge for you!

Think you have what it takes? We challenge YOU to the mobility exercise above! 👟 

Swipe for an extra challenge and for some bloopers 🎬
❕Remember to listen to your body when attempting the above 

#yeg #yegphysio #yegphysicaltherapy #yeglift #yeghealthandwellness #yeghealth #yegathlete #edmontonlife #edmontonathlete #stalbert #stalbertphysio #stalbertfitness #physicaltherapy #physio #edmonton

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Jun 9

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✍️ NEW BLOG ALERT: 
How can physiotherapy help with my low back pain?

Low back pain is a common condition that affects a large portion of the population. Physiotherapy can play a large role in identifying the impairments that may be causing pain or that increase the likelihood of developing pain. 

At Advantage Sport Medicine, we can help you determine what the best course of action is for your condition!

See the LINK in our bio for the full blog post 🧑‍💻👩‍💻 #yeg #yegphysio #yegphysicaltherapy #yeglift #yeghealthandwellness #yeghealth #yegathlete #edmontonlife #edmontonathlete #stalbert #stalbertphysio #stalbertfitness #physicaltherapy #physio #edmonton #student

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Jun 6

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Mobility Monday!

Calling all Monday coffee drinkers! ☕️ 
We challenge YOU to the mobility exercise above.
Remember to listen to your body when attempting the above.
Swipe right for our bloopers and more attempts! 🎬  #yeg #yegphysio #yegphysicaltherapy #yeglift #yeghealthandwellness #yeghealth #yegathlete #edmontonlife #edmontonathlete #stalbert #stalbertphysio #stalbertfitness #physicaltherapy #physio #edmonton

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Jun 1

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‼️ Fact of the day: Not all pain is the same!

It is important to be able to differentiate between pain and post activity muscle soreness. While pain should be listened to and can help guide activity tolerance, post activity muscle soreness is an indication of muscle activation and strength building. 💪 

Being able to differentiate between pain and muscle soreness is an important part of any strength training and the rehabilitation process! #yeg #yegphysio #yegphysicaltherapy #yeglift #yeghealthandwellness #yeghealth #yegathlete #edmontonlife #edmontonathlete #stalbert #stalbertphysio #stalbertfitness #physicaltherapy #physio #edmonton

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May 30

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Mobility Monday presents:
Downwards Dog 🐶 

While commonly used as a yoga position, downwards dog is an excellent way to actively improve thoracic extension!

Not as flexible as Finnegan? Swipe to see the human version of the exercise and our  modified version against the wall! #yeg #yegphysio #yegphysicaltherapy #yeglift #yeghealthandwellness #yeghealth #yegathlete #edmontonlife #edmontonathlete #stalbert #stalbertphysio #stalbertfitness #physicaltherapy #physio #edmonton
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Saturday: 8am-3pm

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