Acupuncture
Post-graduate training completed in acupuncture. Acupuncture involves inserting thin, disposable needles into specific acupuncture points throughout the body.
Chiropractic
Chiropractic services provided by a registered chiropractor.
Cancer Rehab
Specialty program designed to help address issues that typically develop as a result of cancer or cancer treatments.
Concussion Care
Specialty program designed to help address issues that typically develop as a result of a concussion injury. Therapist providing care have post-graduate training in concussion care within their scope of practice.
Dizziness + Balance / Vestibular Rehab
Specialty program designed to help address issues that typically develop as a result of a vestibular system condition. Therapist providing care will have completed Lifemark Vestibular Rehabilitation training offered by Sheelah Woodhouse and have infrared goggle and other vestibular equipment as outlined by Sheelah Woodhouse.
Exercise Prescription
General exercise and conditioning program offered in clinic or offsite at a gym or home.
Intramuscular Stimulation
IMS is a specialized dry needling technique (similar to acupuncture) to reduce pain and inflammation in a variety of muscle, skeletal and nerve problems. IMS practitioners are certified and/or have post-graduate training to perform intramuscular stimulation.
Manual & Manipulative Therapy
Hands-on treatment approach consisting of graded joint or tissue mobilization and/or manipulation techniques. Foundational manual therapy skills are part of entry to practice training for PTs, DCs and RMTs. Advanced training and credentialing is available in post-graduate areas.
Massage Therapy
Massage therapy services provided by a registered massage therapist.
Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapy services provided by a registered occupational therapist.
Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy treatment provided by a registered physiotherapist.
Active Release Technique (ART)
Post-graduate training completed and experience with Active Release Techniques (ART®) soft tissue treatment techniques.
Bracing
Provision and fitting of pre-fabricated and/or custom fitted braces of all types.
Kinesiology
Kinesiology treatment services provided by Kinesiologist registered with an association and/or College.
Neurological Rehab
Single or multi/interdisciplinary rehabilitation services supporting individuals who have sustained a neurological event or injury or are living with progressive/degenerative neurological disease. Clinicians offering this service must have clinical knowledge, experience and appropriate equipment at their facility to best serve the neurological population.
Manual Lymphatic Drainage
Therapist with advanced training in gentle, non-invasive manual techniques that help move extra fluid from an area that is swollen into an area where the lymph nodes are working properly.
Temporomandibular Joint Rehabilitation
Assessment and treatment of issues arising from the Temporomandibular Joint. Typically clinicians will have taken post-graduate training in this area.
Osteopathy
Assessment and/or treatment provided by a practitioner trained in osteopathy techniques.
Craniosacral Therapy
Treatment provided by a therapist with post-graduate training in craniosacral therapy.
Guillain-Barré Syndrome Rehabilitation
Clinician has the specialized skills and/or experience to assess & treat a client with Guillain-Barre syndrome.
Multiple Sclerosis Rehabilitation
Clinician has the specialized skills and/or experience to assess & treat a client with Multiple Sclerosis.
Myofascial Release Therapy
Therapist with advanced training in myofascial release manual therapy techniques.
Parkinson's Rehabilitation And LSVT BIG Program
Clinician has the specialized skills and/or experience to assess & treat a client with Parkinsons.
Proprioceptive Neurofacilitation Therapy
A range of manual techniques or approaches used to treat a variety of neurological and neuromusculoskeletal conditions using proprioceptive maneuvers (positioning, compression/distraction, use of reflexes) as well as exteroceptive techniques such as stroking, tapping, brushing, pressure or vibration.
Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation
Clinician has the specialized skills and/or experience to assess & treat a client with spinal cord injuries.
Stroke Rehabilitation
Clinician has the specialized skills and/or experience to assess & treat a client who has suffered a stroke.
Traumatic Brain Injury Rehabilitation
Clinician has the specialized skills and/or experience to assess & treat a client with a moderate or severe traumatic brain injury .
Treatment For Dystonia And Abnormal Tone Issues
Clinician has the specialized skills and/or experience to assess & treat a client with dystonia / abnormal tone issues.
Treatment For Progressive Supranuclear Palsy
Clinician has the specialized skills and/or experience to assess & treat a client with Supranuclear Palsy.
Shockwave Therapy
Shockwave therapy or extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) is a modality used in the treatment of many musculoskeletal conditions, primarily those involving connective tissues such as ligaments and tendons.
Pain Management
Multi-disciplinary team of professionals with advanced knowledge, understanding and experience working with patients living with persistent pain. Team consists most often of OT, PT, Kinesiologist/ET and Psychological care provider.
Functional Testing
Evaluation of an individual's level of function. More customized than an FAE, certification in a standardized protocol preferred but not required.
Work Conditioning/Hardening
Structured functional program aimed at improving an individual's capabilities to return to work and/or normal daily activities.
Cupping Therapy
Post-graduate training with plastic- or silicone suction cups to treat fascial, myofascial trigger points/restrictions combined with massage techniques and movements.
Comprehensive Cognitive Assessment (CBS)
A comprehensive Cognitive Assessment includes objective clinical evaluation including Cambridge Brain Science (CBS) online cognitive assessment featuring scientifically-validated cognitive tasks in addition to traditional subjective and other objective evaluations of the patient and their function.
Functional Dry Needling
Post-graduate training and clinical experience in functional dry needling techniques including indications, contraindications, precautions and safe use of this treatment approach.
McKenzie Method
McKenzie Method® of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy® (MDT) is a system of assessment and management for spinal and extremity musculoskeletal disorders. Clinicians trained in the MDT system are able to assess and classify all complaints of the musculoskeletal system. MDT is a comprehensive assessment and management approach based on sound and logical principles that focuses on the patient and their potential to self-manage and recover their previous level of function.
Pre/Post Natal Care
Clinician has training to provide care related to pre or post natal conditions.
