At West Coast Kinesiology Orthopaedic Injury and Sports Therapy Services we provide quality physiotherapy assessment and physio treatment emphasizing a hands-on approach. Our university trained physiotherapists are committed to providing quality care by participating annually in postgraduate courses in order to stay informed of the latest evidence-based treatment techniques.

Neurological Conditions: physiotherapy rehabilitation can help many conditions from head injury, stroke, Multiple Sclerosis and Cerebral Palsy. Long term complications such as muscle tightening can reduce mobility further, yet easily be resolved.

Musculoskeletal Injuries: Bone, muscle, joint disorders, caused by old/new injuries, falls, surgery and disease such as arthritis, sports injuries, tennis elbow, and joint stiffness.

Physiotherapists can help you with:

• Diagnosing and assessing movement dysfunctions
• Activities of daily living assessment
• Normal movement restoration
• Alleviating pain
• Restoring mobility
• Post-operative surgical care (e.g. hip/knee/shoulder arthroplasty)
• Returning to work, sport or play
• Providing education related to specific injuries and disease
• Prevention of sports injury
• Improving posture
• Fall prevention assessment 

Some of the conditions that Physiotherapists evaluate and treat include:

• Musculoskeletal Injuries
• Joint or muscle pain, weakness, stiffness or swelling
• Mal-alignment syndromes and Scoliosis
• Pre and post surgery care
• Motor-vehicle Injury/Whiplash
• Back and neck pain
• Disc protrusions and Sciatica
• Work related injury (WorkSafeBC)
• Fractures
• Sprains/Strains
• Overuse Injuries
• Tendonitis
• Tennis elbow
• Rotator cuff Impingement or tears
• Poor posture
• Nerve Injuries/impingement
• Post Stroke (CVA) therapy
• Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
• Bursitis
• Sports injuries
• Arthritis
• Osteoporosis
• Cardiovascular conditions
• Lymphedema
• Neurological rehabilitation including spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis & cerebral palsy

The physiotherapist will work with you to achieve maximal physical functioning and independence by providing personalized physio treatment based on your specific needs. The goal of therapy is patient independence in managing their injury or medical condition and by providing education, the physiotherapist will help you to understand your condition so that you may decrease or prevent reoccurrence of disability.

Those patients requiring a more extensive exercise program are candidates for our active rehabilitation program. To find out more about our active rehab program, go to Athletic Therapy and Kinesiology. Once the appropriate treatment plan has been determined, we communicate with the insurance provider, if needed, to arrange future treatments.

Hip and Knee Replacement Therapy
Total hip and knee replacements are some of the most commonly performed surgical procedures today and an essential part of the rehabilitation process after surgery is physiotherapy. We aim to maximize your function and independence and minimize complications after surgery. Joint weakness may persist for up to two years after surgery, even for people with a normal walking pattern. Many studies have shown that weakness is a major risk factor for falls in older persons. To counteract such problems, gentle exercise is important in rehabilitation after hip replacement surgery. Specific, personalized exercises to strengthen your muscles and restore movement for walking and other normal daily activities are given to each patient. Education is an important part of rehabilitation and includes a review of hip and knee precautions, anatomical reasoning for restrictions, and safe mobility and postures. Our clinic also provides land and pool based programs which are popular and cost effective.

Physiotherapists are “Body Specialists" and are skilled in diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal conditions.

Physiotherapy FAQ:

Do you need a doctor’s referral?

No, you do not need a doctor’s referral to see a physiotherapist. However, a doctor’s referral is required if your visits are approved by ICBC or WCB.

Where is the clinic?

We are located in the Maple Ridge Leisure Centre at 11925 Haney Place. A map with directions is available on our Staff Information page.

What are your hours?

Currently we are open Monday to Friday: 8:00 am until 8:00 pm.

Do you need to make an appointment and how long are they?

Yes, you need to book an appointment by calling 604-467-4675. Most appointments vary between 20 and 45 minutes long. In order to bill WCB or ICBC we need your claim number and personal health number (Carecard). Please bring this information with you.

What is involved in treatment?

After a initial assessment treatment may consist of exercise, hands-on techniques (manual) to work the muscles or joints, modalities (ultrasound, interferential, TNS etc) to help with pain control, and/or education for home exercises or management.

How much does it cost?

Assessment and treatment session: $50
ICBC administration fee: $25
MSP exempt clients: $18
Late cancellations (less than 24 hours) or No Show Fee: $40

Our university trained physiotherapists are here to assess and treat any injuries, chronic problems and /or postural imbalances. We will work with you to address your mobility, strength, flexibility, pain control, proprioception and balance using manual hands-on techniques, modalities, education and individualized exercise programs.

Most extended health plans cover physiotherapy treatment. Please check with your individual plan for details.

No doctor’s referral is needed.

What method of payment is accepted?

We accept cash, debit, VISA, MasterCard and/or cheques, payable at each visit.

Is there a cancellation fee for appointments?

Yes, your appointment time has been exclusively reserved for you. We require at least 24 hours notice for cancellation. The late cancellation or no show fee is $40 per visit.

What does my extended health plan cover?

There are various health plans, all with different physiotherapy treatment coverage. You need to check with your own plan. Some plans also require a doctor’s referral.

Can WCK Physiotherapy directly bill my extended health plan?

We are unable to do this at this time. We will issue you receipts that you would need to submit to your health plan.

Coverage:

No referral is required and patients may be covered under the following:

Extended Health-varying coverage depending on provider

ICBC
WCB
Private
DVA
RCMP
MSP