Physiotherapy
Relieve pain, improve mobility, and get back to doing what you love
Recognized as one of the safest and most effective ways to relieve pain, physiotherapy can enhance strength, mobility, and overall well-being. Whether you’re healing from an injury, in pain, aiming to become more active, recovering from a car accident, looking to build strength, or seeking to enhance your quality of life, our physiotherapists have the expertise to help you. At Abby Physio, our therapy approach focuses on you as a whole person to help you feel better in all aspects of your life. We want you to leave our clinic feeling better, stronger, and more mobile so you can get back to achieving your goals and doing what you love.
Physiotherapy:
- is primary health care (no doctors referral necessary in British Columbia)
- can help improve strength and movement potential
- provides preventive, diagnostic and rehabilitative services to help you achieve your optimal function after injury or disease
- involves you in setting your own treatment goals
- encourages your independence
- promotes a holistic approach to your health
- is a non-intrusive, cost-effective choice for managing your health
Abbotsford Sports & Orthopaedic Physiotherapy offers a comprehensive range of therapies and services. Our physiotherapists use evidence-based treatment techniques to ensure the most up to date and effective methods are used for your specific concern. All of our physiotherapists believe in an active approach to health. We strive to find and treat the cause of the problem, rather than just treating symptoms.
Our Comprehensive Physiotherapy Services
Injury Assessment
Postural & Gait Assessment
Ergonomic Assessment
Ergonomic & Sport Assessment
Hands-on Manual Therapy Techniques
Joint Mobilizations & Manipulations
Dry Needling / Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS)
Muscle Energy Techniques
Athletic Taping and Bracing
Myofascial Techniques
Healthy Lifestyle Education
Home Exercise Programs & Therapeutic Exercises
Women’s Pelvic Health
Paediatrics Assessment
Concussion Assessment
Vestibular / Vertigo Assessment
Headache & TMJ Assessment
Balance Training
Common Conditions We Treat
Our team of experienced therapists has helped countless patients alleviate pain from a range of injuries and improve their quality of life. We treat a wide variety of conditions including:
- Neck – strain, whiplash, surgery
- Shoulder – rotator cuff, calcific tendonitis, frozen shoulder, AC joint separation
- Elbow – tennis elbow, golfer’s elbow
- Wrist and thumb – sprains, carpal tunnel, arthritis, skier's thumb
- Back Pain – low back, mid back, upper back
- Rib sprains and strains (pain when breathing)
- Pelvic health/women’s health therapy
- Hip – groin, hamstring, hip flexor strains
- Knee – ligament (ACL, MCL, LCL, PCL), meniscal Injury, IT Band, jumper's knee, patella tendinopathy
- Ankle – strain/sprain, shin splints
- Postural pain
- Walking / gait concerns
- Running injuries or pain
- Foot – plantar fasciitis, achilles tendinopathy
- Overuse injuries
- Extremity pain
- Work Safe BC ( WCB)
- ICBC
- Pre & post-operative rehab- total knee & hip joint replacements
- Sciatica – piriformis syndrome
- Disc bulges, herniated disc, nerve pain
- Scoliosis
- Sacroiliac joint dysfunction (SIJ paint)
- Sports injury therapy & prevention
- Geriatric care - balance, strength training, promoting independence
- Obesity & weight management
- Fractures/ stress fractures
- Car accident injuries – whiplash
- Arthritis – Osteo joint pain
- Concussions (headache, neck pain symptoms)
- Vertigo management / Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
- Headaches/migraines/tension headaches
- Paediatric therapy (infants, toddlers, children, adolescents)
- Fibromyalgia
- Mild neurological conditions (Parkinsons, MS)
- Osteoporosis
- Tendinopathy
- Cranial sacral conditions (fascia/dural tension)
- Contusions / bruises
Frequently Asked Questions
Physiotherapy can be beneficial if you are experiencing pain, having difficulty moving, would like help to start moving, or recovering from an injury or surgery. Consulting with one of our experienced physiotherapists can assist you in determining the best course of action moving forward.
Most extended health plans cover physiotherapy. However each plan is different and may offer more or less coverage for one service than another. Due to privacy reasons, we unfortunately are unable to know your coverage limits. We recommend you call your health plan prior to your first appointment to confirm how much your plan will cover. Any fees incurred over and above your coverage will be charged directly to you.
We can direct bill to many extended health plans. Check if we can direct bill to your health care plan.
Your initial physiotherapy visit will take 40 to 60 minutes. Your follow up appointments will last 30 to 40 minutes. If you are unable to fill out the new patient intake form please arrive 20 minutes early to allow time for this.
The number of treatments required can differ from one patient to another, depending on the extent of the issue, various contributing factors, and how the patient responds to treatment. Each condition is assessed individually, taking into account the person, the severity of their condition, and their activity expectations. During your initial assessment, your physiotherapist will provide you with a tailored treatment plan. This plan will outline a timeline, treatment goals and include a strategy for transitioning out of treatment.
A referral is not needed to schedule a private and MSP funded physiotherapy appointment.
No referral is needed for your initial ICBC or WorkSafe BC appointment. However, after a few months of treatment, you may need one. Our front desk staff will inform you if and when a referral becomes necessary.
Some private extended health insurance companies may require a referral prior to your initial assessment in order to reimburse your user/private fees.
It is always recommended to call and check before your visit.