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Therapeutic Techniques
Hand Therapy: A Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) requires thousands of hours of training and at least 5 years of clinical experience. They must also pass an examination administered by the Hand Therapy Certification Commission. These professionals not only work with hands, but also treat other upper limb conditions. Some of the conditions treated by a CHT are: wrist (radial) fractures, post immobilization stiffness, injuries to the small joints of the fingers (Jammed finger), Mallet finger, trigger finger, post operative: Carpal Tunnel Release, 1st CMC arthroplasty, tendon repair. CHT's also fabricate custom thermoplastic splints (braces) to protect and also to enhance movement.
Manual/Manipulative Therapy: Manual therapy includes a wide variety of techniques, using the hands, to regain range of motion in a stiff joint, whether it is a peripheral joint or in the spine. All of our physiotherapists have extensive post-graduate manual therapy skills.
Acupuncture: Acupuncture involves the insertion of fine, sterile, single use needles in specific points on the body. It is used for pain relief, swelling resolution and improving mobility. Several of our Physiotherapists are trained in this Westernized traditional Chinese treatment method.
Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation: Gunn IMS is a “westernized” form of acupuncture used by physiotherapists to stimulate trigger points in tight, hypertonic muscles. “Dry needling” creates a strong reflex to help restore normal muscle tone, stimulate healing and reduce pain. For more information go to www.istop.org. IMS is the insertion of of fine, sterile, single use needles.
Pelvic Health Physiotherapy: Pelvic floor dysfunction does not discriminate; everybody has a pelvic floor and pelvic health is for both men and women. Many musculoskeletal complaints may be related to pelvic floor dysfunction. Some complaints related to pelvic floor dysfunction may include; low back pain, hip pain, pain with sex or incontinence/bladder urgency. While symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction may be common, they are not normal. Please call us for more information if you feel that Pelvic Health Physiotherapy might help your quality of life.
Soft Tissue Techniques: Physiotherapists use a wide range of techniques to decrease pain, improve muscle extensibility and reduce swelling. Active tissue massage techniques can be helpful for resolving chronic conditions such as tendonitis, shin splints and plantar fasciitis.
Graston Technique: Those trained in the Graston Technique treat soft tissue injuries using specialized stainless steel instruments. With these instruments, a clinician can decrease inflammation and reduce scar tissue, facilitating a quicker recovery from injury.
Therapeutic Exercise: Exercise is critical to the improvement of flexibility, strength, endurance, coordination and balance. Physiotherapists are exercise experts and provide individualized exercise programs to restore optimum function. Our physiotherapists are trained to diagnose and treat muscle imbalances that are often the cause of painful conditions or may result from acute injuries.
Modalities: Some Physiotherapists use a wide variety of therapeutic “machines” to reduce pain and swelling. These modalities can also stimulate soft tissue healing and improve muscle activation.
Custom Orthotics: Orthotics are designed to support the foot in a neutral position to improve function and maximize performance. They are not only beneficial in treating problems of the feet but can also improve the alignment of the knees, hips and back. Orthotic fitting includes a gait analysis, examination of the foot and leg biomechanics and evaluation of symptoms. A mould is taken of the foot with the ankle and arch in neutral. The orthotics are manufactured locally using the most up-to-date materials. Custom orthotics are covered by most insurance companies with a physician’s prescription or under your wellness program at work.
Manual/Manipulative Therapy: Manual therapy includes a wide variety of techniques, using the hands, to regain range of motion in a stiff joint, whether it is a peripheral joint or in the spine. All of our physiotherapists have extensive post-graduate manual therapy skills.
Acupuncture: Acupuncture involves the insertion of fine, sterile, single use needles in specific points on the body. It is used for pain relief, swelling resolution and improving mobility. Several of our Physiotherapists are trained in this Westernized traditional Chinese treatment method.
Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation: Gunn IMS is a “westernized” form of acupuncture used by physiotherapists to stimulate trigger points in tight, hypertonic muscles. “Dry needling” creates a strong reflex to help restore normal muscle tone, stimulate healing and reduce pain. For more information go to www.istop.org. IMS is the insertion of of fine, sterile, single use needles.
Pelvic Health Physiotherapy: Pelvic floor dysfunction does not discriminate; everybody has a pelvic floor and pelvic health is for both men and women. Many musculoskeletal complaints may be related to pelvic floor dysfunction. Some complaints related to pelvic floor dysfunction may include; low back pain, hip pain, pain with sex or incontinence/bladder urgency. While symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction may be common, they are not normal. Please call us for more information if you feel that Pelvic Health Physiotherapy might help your quality of life.
Soft Tissue Techniques: Physiotherapists use a wide range of techniques to decrease pain, improve muscle extensibility and reduce swelling. Active tissue massage techniques can be helpful for resolving chronic conditions such as tendonitis, shin splints and plantar fasciitis.
Graston Technique: Those trained in the Graston Technique treat soft tissue injuries using specialized stainless steel instruments. With these instruments, a clinician can decrease inflammation and reduce scar tissue, facilitating a quicker recovery from injury.
Therapeutic Exercise: Exercise is critical to the improvement of flexibility, strength, endurance, coordination and balance. Physiotherapists are exercise experts and provide individualized exercise programs to restore optimum function. Our physiotherapists are trained to diagnose and treat muscle imbalances that are often the cause of painful conditions or may result from acute injuries.
Modalities: Some Physiotherapists use a wide variety of therapeutic “machines” to reduce pain and swelling. These modalities can also stimulate soft tissue healing and improve muscle activation.
Custom Orthotics: Orthotics are designed to support the foot in a neutral position to improve function and maximize performance. They are not only beneficial in treating problems of the feet but can also improve the alignment of the knees, hips and back. Orthotic fitting includes a gait analysis, examination of the foot and leg biomechanics and evaluation of symptoms. A mould is taken of the foot with the ankle and arch in neutral. The orthotics are manufactured locally using the most up-to-date materials. Custom orthotics are covered by most insurance companies with a physician’s prescription or under your wellness program at work.
Alberta Health Services Outpatient & Community Physiotherapy
AHS offers funded physiotherapy sessions for Albertans with specific physical concerns to help improve their function, better understand their condition and learn about what they can do to be healthy and independent. These services cover concerns including:
- Recent fractures or orthopedic surgeries (e.g. bones and joints)
- Recent Hip or knee replacements through group interventions available at select clinics or one-on-one
Accessing AHS - funded physiotherapy
Albertans DO NOT need a referral from a physician or healthcare professional to access AHS funded physiotherapy.
For fractures and orthopedic surgeries:
Alberta Health Services funded visits CANNOT be booked online do to the extra functional outcomes forms and extra information required prior to booking. Please call us at (403) 239-3304 to book an assessment and follow up treatment sessions where applicable.
NOTE: Physiotherapy care following fractures or orthopedic surgeries must be started within 12 weeks of the fracture or surgery. Physiotherapy clinics must have AHS approval if care needs to start later than 12 weeks if your situation meets certain criteria.
For general joint or muscle conditions or injuries:
Call the Rehabilitation Advice Line for general advice prior to booking an assessment at our clinic. Low-income Albertans may be eligible for virtual or in-person services.
Call 1-833-379-0563 (available Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or visit ahs.ca/ral for more information.
Albertans can also choose to pay privately or use third-party benefits to access the physiotherapy service provider of their choice, outside of the AHS contracts and outpatient services.
AHS offers funded physiotherapy sessions for Albertans with specific physical concerns to help improve their function, better understand their condition and learn about what they can do to be healthy and independent. These services cover concerns including:
- Recent fractures or orthopedic surgeries (e.g. bones and joints)
- Recent Hip or knee replacements through group interventions available at select clinics or one-on-one
Accessing AHS - funded physiotherapy
Albertans DO NOT need a referral from a physician or healthcare professional to access AHS funded physiotherapy.
For fractures and orthopedic surgeries:
Alberta Health Services funded visits CANNOT be booked online do to the extra functional outcomes forms and extra information required prior to booking. Please call us at (403) 239-3304 to book an assessment and follow up treatment sessions where applicable.
NOTE: Physiotherapy care following fractures or orthopedic surgeries must be started within 12 weeks of the fracture or surgery. Physiotherapy clinics must have AHS approval if care needs to start later than 12 weeks if your situation meets certain criteria.
For general joint or muscle conditions or injuries:
Call the Rehabilitation Advice Line for general advice prior to booking an assessment at our clinic. Low-income Albertans may be eligible for virtual or in-person services.
Call 1-833-379-0563 (available Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or visit ahs.ca/ral for more information.
Albertans can also choose to pay privately or use third-party benefits to access the physiotherapy service provider of their choice, outside of the AHS contracts and outpatient services.
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The Edge Sport Physical Therapy Inc. |
Contact Info
Phone: 403-239-3304 Fax: 403-239-1302 |
Address
#279, 5005 Dalhousie Drive NW Calgary AB T3A 5R8 |