Physiotherapy Brampton ON

No. Physiotherapists are considered primary health care practitioners, so a referral from a doctor is not necessary. However, if you have coverage for physiotherapy treatment through an extended health benefits plan, the insurance company may require a doctor's referral.

Basically, there is a lot of overlap between the two professions. Both Doctor's Choice Rehab chiropractors and Doctor's Choice Rehab physiotherapists treat problems associated with the joints, muscles, and nerves to decrease pain and increase movement and return you to full function.

The main difference between a Physio and chiropractor is traditionally chiropractors focus more on the function of the spine and pelvis and its alignment and effect on the nervous system through the use of manipulation, whereas a Physio will focus more on the muscles using mobilizations and exercises. Some physiotherapists will also manipulate the spine, but unlike Chiropractic it is fair to say this is not their primary treatment technique.

The biggest difference is in their approach to treatment and their philosophy to care. As an example; if a patient suffering from low back pain or neck pain, a Chiropractor would use gentle manipulation and soft tissue techniques (trigger point therapy, deep tissue massage) to help promote healing of the body. Traditionally, physiotherapists are less hands-on with their treatment of back pain, using more exercise-based approaches.

At Doctor's Choice Rehab our clinic directors will help you in determining which course of treatment will give you the best results in the shortest possible time.