1.Do you provide "traditional" Physiotherapy as well?
Yes and no. Physiotherapists work in a wide range of settings and capacities, and are constantly upgrading their skills and tools. They have been defined traditionally as movement therapists, however this no longer does them justice. Modern Physiotherapists have many different skills to offer: acupuncture, ultrasound, Intramuscular stimulation, Active release, Spinal manipulation, Stroke rehabilitation, Rolfing, Postural Reconstruction, Myofascial release, hospital acute care, Neurotherapy , Craniosacral therapy, post surgical rehabilitation, Visceral Manipulation, teaching, etc. The list goes on and on. Physiotherapists have become quite evolved over the years. It is easy to see that with all of the new skills available, the concept of traditional or old school is now redundant. So lets replace "traditional " with "evidence based therapies", now this better defines the skills Physiotherapists utilize.
I am a registered Physiotherapist and in my practice I bring together all of my learning, skills and experience to integrate multiple treatment approaches and philosophies that best meet the specific care needs of each of the people I treat.
The more that a therapist draws from multiple ways of understanding and treating a problem, the more "whole" or "holistic" their approach becomes. Using this rationale, I am a holistic Physiotherapist.
2.How long does a session take?
The length of the session usually runs 60 mins. However sometimes it goes on for an additional 10-15 mins because the body needs to keep releasing for a bit longer. It is important to give the intelligent body time to release and integrate, therefore time must be given. A full hour, not cut off abruptly if the person is still in process, is optimal. Shorter or longer sessions can be given depending on the specific needs and desires of the client and also what time is available. For example children may not be patient enough to be still for one hour, and the sessions are shortened for their comfort in these cases.
3. What should I expect during a session?
Each new client session begins with a relevant history and assessment to further gain knowledge and understanding of the problem being brought forth. What is discovered during assessment helps to determine how to best approach the issue and which technique(s) may be most effective.
During the session the client is fully clothed and lying down in a relaxed and comfortable setting. The physical treatment compares to a gentle massage using manual release techniques which often involve many muscles and connective tissue areas. The therapist will follow the body's patterns of tension and will find and help release restrictions throughout the body. He will frequently ask you to describe what you are feeling and where sensations are arising in response to the treatment. In this way, you will have as much input as you desire and may remember other relevant injuries or symptoms that you wish to share. Clients say that they feel deeply relaxed and lighter during their sessions.
4. How many sessions will I need to obtain benefit?
Most people receive benefit with each session, however depending on the injury, trauma involved , age and recovery time, people respond differently and each person can feel how they are improving and assist the therapist in determining what amount of assistance best serves their needs..
5. How will I feel after a session?
For the most part the response is deep relaxation and a sense of ease and release in the body. It can take several days for the full benefit to be seen. Soreness the next day is possible in some people as everyone has a unique body and nervous system as well as varying levels of individual sensitivity. The therapist can assist with explaining the various sensations as the session is occurring.
6. Are there any supplemental exercises I should do at home to progress healing?
Often gentle exercises and stretches are given to assist the release process and to optimize the therapy process if they are needed. Each person has unique needs and the therapist will be sensitive and aware of how to best assist with exercise once the assessment and treatment process has begun.
7. Some people assume CranioSacral therapy is voodoo, why is it not?
I love this question because it is comical and light , yet it can come up often because of the widespread belief that if there is no pain, there is no gain. I myself once believed that aggressive stretches and painful deep touch was needed. I received my schooling within the medical model where I was taught to always use sound anatomical and biomechanical principals when making therapy choices. Developed by Osteopathic physicians, Craniosacral therapy is based solely on sound anatomical and physical principles and rationale. In my opinion more so than many other widely used medical therapies. I became a believer when I saw the effects it had on my patients. Have no fear, this approach is clinically sound and evidence based.
8. Does insurance cover my treatments?
Yes. I am a licenced Physiotherapist who uses a variety of manual techniques to help my patients. Most insurance benefits cover Physiotherapy treatments. Check with your plan and provider.
Yes and no. Physiotherapists work in a wide range of settings and capacities, and are constantly upgrading their skills and tools. They have been defined traditionally as movement therapists, however this no longer does them justice. Modern Physiotherapists have many different skills to offer: acupuncture, ultrasound, Intramuscular stimulation, Active release, Spinal manipulation, Stroke rehabilitation, Rolfing, Postural Reconstruction, Myofascial release, hospital acute care, Neurotherapy , Craniosacral therapy, post surgical rehabilitation, Visceral Manipulation, teaching, etc. The list goes on and on. Physiotherapists have become quite evolved over the years. It is easy to see that with all of the new skills available, the concept of traditional or old school is now redundant. So lets replace "traditional " with "evidence based therapies", now this better defines the skills Physiotherapists utilize.
I am a registered Physiotherapist and in my practice I bring together all of my learning, skills and experience to integrate multiple treatment approaches and philosophies that best meet the specific care needs of each of the people I treat.
The more that a therapist draws from multiple ways of understanding and treating a problem, the more "whole" or "holistic" their approach becomes. Using this rationale, I am a holistic Physiotherapist.
2.How long does a session take?
The length of the session usually runs 60 mins. However sometimes it goes on for an additional 10-15 mins because the body needs to keep releasing for a bit longer. It is important to give the intelligent body time to release and integrate, therefore time must be given. A full hour, not cut off abruptly if the person is still in process, is optimal. Shorter or longer sessions can be given depending on the specific needs and desires of the client and also what time is available. For example children may not be patient enough to be still for one hour, and the sessions are shortened for their comfort in these cases.
3. What should I expect during a session?
Each new client session begins with a relevant history and assessment to further gain knowledge and understanding of the problem being brought forth. What is discovered during assessment helps to determine how to best approach the issue and which technique(s) may be most effective.
During the session the client is fully clothed and lying down in a relaxed and comfortable setting. The physical treatment compares to a gentle massage using manual release techniques which often involve many muscles and connective tissue areas. The therapist will follow the body's patterns of tension and will find and help release restrictions throughout the body. He will frequently ask you to describe what you are feeling and where sensations are arising in response to the treatment. In this way, you will have as much input as you desire and may remember other relevant injuries or symptoms that you wish to share. Clients say that they feel deeply relaxed and lighter during their sessions.
4. How many sessions will I need to obtain benefit?
Most people receive benefit with each session, however depending on the injury, trauma involved , age and recovery time, people respond differently and each person can feel how they are improving and assist the therapist in determining what amount of assistance best serves their needs..
5. How will I feel after a session?
For the most part the response is deep relaxation and a sense of ease and release in the body. It can take several days for the full benefit to be seen. Soreness the next day is possible in some people as everyone has a unique body and nervous system as well as varying levels of individual sensitivity. The therapist can assist with explaining the various sensations as the session is occurring.
6. Are there any supplemental exercises I should do at home to progress healing?
Often gentle exercises and stretches are given to assist the release process and to optimize the therapy process if they are needed. Each person has unique needs and the therapist will be sensitive and aware of how to best assist with exercise once the assessment and treatment process has begun.
7. Some people assume CranioSacral therapy is voodoo, why is it not?
I love this question because it is comical and light , yet it can come up often because of the widespread belief that if there is no pain, there is no gain. I myself once believed that aggressive stretches and painful deep touch was needed. I received my schooling within the medical model where I was taught to always use sound anatomical and biomechanical principals when making therapy choices. Developed by Osteopathic physicians, Craniosacral therapy is based solely on sound anatomical and physical principles and rationale. In my opinion more so than many other widely used medical therapies. I became a believer when I saw the effects it had on my patients. Have no fear, this approach is clinically sound and evidence based.
8. Does insurance cover my treatments?
Yes. I am a licenced Physiotherapist who uses a variety of manual techniques to help my patients. Most insurance benefits cover Physiotherapy treatments. Check with your plan and provider.