With there being over 26,000 licensed physiotherapists in Canada, it can seem almost impossible to find the right one for you. In your local area, you likely have a lot of options, and not all physiotherapists are created equal.
If you're trying to find a physiotherapist that will ease your pain and improve the quality of your life, you need to know the right steps to take. Fortunately, it's not too difficult.
Here's how to find a physiotherapist that will do wonders for you.
To find a physiotherapist in Ontario, the first thing you need to do is look for professionals who have a long list of happy clients behind them.
The first thing you can do is ask people you know for references, whether it's friends, family, or social media. If there's a good physiotherapist in your local area, someone is likely to recommend them, and then you have a reference point to do more digging.
Whether they've been referred to you, you should also read reviews. There are reviews available on many online platforms (Google, Yelp, Facebook, etc.), and they'll help you learn more about the physiotherapist and what the overall opinion of them is. They should have a good overall rating and you can also dive further into the one-star and five-star reviews to see what they did well and what they didn't.
Before going any further, you'll want to ensure your physiotherapist is qualified to do a great job. You need to find a chartered physiotherapist at the very least, and if they don't have their experience listed on their website, there's nothing wrong with asking.
While a new physiotherapist might have a natural talent, there's nothing that beats experience if you're truly looking for the best option out there.
Not only should you make sure you've been in the field for a while and know what they're doing, but you should also make sure they have experience with your specific problem and the results you're looking to achieve. Have a discussion with your physiotherapist, as studies have shown that the best results come from good communication between physiotherapist and patient so you can both get aligned on the methods and goals.
If you're experiencing pain that you need to get taken care of, the last thing you want is to wait a long time for the sessions to start (or have a long period between sessions). Physiotherapy works best when it's consistent so you need to make sure you have the ability to commit.
Therefore, you should make sure that the physiotherapist has availability when you do. There's no point in getting comfortable with the idea of seeing a physiotherapist only to discover that their work hours coincide with yours and there's no way you can take any time off!
Good physiotherapists might be popular, so it's not necessarily a red flag that they can't see you at the most convenient time for you. You should make as many compromises as you can for the sake of your health, but if they're only available at impossible times for you, then it's time to move to another.
Most physiotherapists bill by the hour and it's not usually covered in healthcare in Canada. That means you'll be paying out of pocket for sessions.
Making sure a physiotherapist is within your budget for the amount of therapy you need is crucial. Get a quote upfront and calculate it.
While some physiotherapists may cost more than others, it's important not to go automatically go with the cheapest option if you can help it. The cheapest physiotherapist may have the lowest prices for a reason — maybe they have bad reviews and need the business, or maybe they don't have the same experience as some of the other physiotherapists in the area.
Consider the quote and make sure it's within your budget but at the same time, weigh it up alongside all of the other factors. That way, you'll be able to make the most balanced decision when you're typing "find a physiotherapist near me" into Google.
When you go to your initial assessment, it's time to weigh up how you feel about the physiotherapist in person. While what's most important is how effectively they do their job, you also need to find someone who can strike a great balance between warmth and professionalism, putting you at ease during the session.
If you ever go to an initial consultation and you feel uncomfortable, or like you can't really talk to the physiotherapist, there's no shame in finding someone else. Physiotherapy sessions are there to benefit you. If you dread showing up to them, then it's a red flag you haven't found the right professional to work with you.
When it's time to find a physiotherapist, it can be tempting to rush the process and pick the first result from Google. But you'll find that you get much better results from taking the time to research professionals. Ask about the cost and availability upfront, and consider during the initial assessment if it feels like they could really help you.
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