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 Going to the physiotherapist (physio)

Mike falls down. He sprains his ankle. He sees his doctor. He sees a physio too.

Note: A physical therapist is the same as a physiotherapist.

Mike's first visit with the physio

Arne is a physio. He asks Mike questions. He checks Mike's ankle. Arne and Mike talk about costs. They plan more visits.

Arne helps Mike get better

Mike sees Arne 2 times a week for 3 weeks. Here are some things that Arne does.

1. Arne puts cold packson Mike's ankle.
   
   
2. Arne uses machines.
   
   
   
   
   
3. Arne uses his hands.
   
   
   
   
4. Arne shows Mike exercises. Mike does the exercises at the clinic and at home.
   
   

How to find a physio

• Talk to your doctor, family and friends.
• Go to: www.albertaphysio.org

 

• People go to university to become physiotherapists.
• Physios work in many places. For example: in clinics, hospitals and schools. They also work with sports teams.
• Anyone can go to a physio. You do not need a referral from a doctor to go to a physio.

Paying for your visit

Talk to the physiotherapist about costs.

• Sometimes you must pay for the visits. It costs about $55 to $70 per visit.
• Some health regions might pay for some visits.
• Some health plans at work pay for visits to a physio. Some plans will pay only if you have a referral from a doctor.