Virtual Physio Vancouver – Why Choose a Local Clinic
The BC Government is promoting virtual health services as a means to treat a variety of injuries and ailments until the mandatory COVID-19 closures subside. Residents who are realizing the great benefits of online physiotherapy at home over nothing at all are now faced with another decision. Should they choose any online service, or find […]
Physiotherapy at Home? Vancouver Demands It!
At press, BC is in the midst of a shutdown for non-essential services. So while you can line-up with dozens of people to buy a 26-oz bottle of whiskey you can’t visit a specialist to repair an injury that has a direct impact on your health and wellness. The closures have left many people confused […]
How to Maintain Physiotherapy When on Vacation
We recently wrote an article on the importance of partaking in regular physiotherapy in the weeks or months leading up to a vacation. But one thing we find, is that our clients express concern over missing their weekly physio when out of town for extended periods. This response has pleasantly taken us by surprise – who […]
Mitigating the Spread of COVID-19 : Reopening April 2020
In order to do our part to mitigate the spread COVID-19 in Greater Vancouver BC we are joining much of the business community to temporarily close our Burnaby clinic. This short-term closure is effective from March 18th through to March 31st (inclusive) to fulfill our social responsibility as a health and wellness provider. Please note that there have been no […]
Physiotherapy for Flight Attendant Injuries / Concerns
Pretty specific topic, right? But there’s a good reason for this because at press flight attendants across the world are experiencing elevated levels of stress. To help take some of that off their table (or in-flight trays) we are taking a look at how physiotherapy can make their lives easier. How Physiotherapy Can Improve Key Health and Wellness […]
Can Physiotherapy Help Support Immunity?
Boosting your immune system has never been more important. Eating nutritious foods and dietary supplementation are a great start, but did you know that physical therapy can also play a role in improving immunity while promoting overall health and wellness? Some of the causations are direct, others indirect, but the end result is all the same […]
New ICBC Care Based Model – Physiotherapy Benefits Reviewed
As you may know, ICBC recently announced a major change to the system, transitioning it to a care based model which intends to dig them out of the fiscal hole that they’ve dug for themselves over the years. There is more to it than their own money management as driver premiums will be reduced significantly, but […]
Physical Therapy Before Vacation – Spring Break Edition
Spring break is upon us, and all over Greater Vancouver individuals, households, and families are preparing for their vacations. They are booking hotels, packing bags, exchanging currencies, purchasing travel insurance, and putting in some extra time in the gym in anticipation. If you’re among the lot then you can certainly relate. But did you know that […]
ICBC’s New Care Based Model a Win for Your Physiotherapy
February 2020 will be considered a landmark period for BC residents as ICBC announced its new no-fault, care-based automobile insurance system. Lawyers and law firms aren’t happy about it, as the new model essentially removes them (and their inflated legal costs) from the equation to effectively reduce rates and more importantly (and subsequently) increase care benefits. This is […]
Physiotherapy for High School Teachers
Five reasons why secondary school teachers need regular physiotherapy, courtesy of Absolute PhysioCare in Burnaby, Greater Vancouver BC.