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Accessing Physiotherapy Services

Don’t wait for a referral. Visit a physiotherapist as soon as pain or discomfort gets in your way.

See an Alberta physiotherapist if you are:

• In pain
• Have trouble moving due to
  • An accident
  • Illness
  • Injury
  • Medical condition or disorder
     

You can visit a physiotherapist directly. No doctor referral is needed.

Coverage

• Many Albertans have physiotherapy coverage through employer or private health plans.
• There is limited coverage from Alberta Health Services.
• Treatment for workplace injury is often covered by workers’ compensation.
• Treatment for minor car accident injuries is covered and pre-approved by your car insurance policy.
   

See paying for physiotherapy for details.