Acupuncture
Post-graduate training completed in acupuncture. Acupuncture involves inserting thin, disposable needles into specific acupuncture points throughout the body.
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.
Pelvic Health
Specialty program designed to help address issues that typically develop as a result of pelvic floor dysfunction. Includes assessment and treatment for both male and female patient types. Physiotherapist or massage therapist providing this service has post-graduate training in this area which allows them to perform the controlled act of an internal digital vaginal and/or rectal examination.
Exercise Prescription
General exercise and conditioning program offered in clinic or offsite at a gym or home.
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.
Orthotics
Custom orthotic, insole and/or footwear services with physician prescription. Services provided by a Pedorthist, Chiropodist/Podiatrist and/or other clinician with post-graduate training in custom foot orthotics including Physiotherapist, Chiropractor, Kinesiologist (funding inquiry or pre-approval may be required for these other clinicians).
Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy treatment provided by a registered physiotherapist.
Bracing
Provision and fitting of pre-fabricated and/or custom fitted braces of all types.
Temporomandibular Joint Rehabilitation
Assessment and treatment of issues arising from the Temporomandibular Joint. Typically clinicians will have taken post-graduate training in this area.
Hand Therapy
Assessment and Treatment by a Certified Hand Therapist to address hand specific injuries or post-surgically.
Sport Medicine/Sport Therapy
Sport medicine is a field of healthcare that treats and prevents injuries related to sport, play and exercise. Practitioners are trained in the discipline, which also emphasizes physical fitness, conditioning and overall well-being.
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.
Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation
Clinician has the specialized skills and/or experience to assess & treat a client with spinal cord injuries.
Psychology
Psychology treatment provided directly by a registered psychologist.
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy treatment may be provided by any one of the following disciplines; psychologist, psychotherapist, clinical counsellor or social worker.
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.
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.
Post COVID-19 Rehabilitation And Recovery
Rehabilitation and recovery services provided by trained clinicians (single discipline or multi/interdisciplinary team) directed at addressing the post-acute and long term rehab needs of those affected by COVID-19 infection and/or the pandemic in general. Trained clinicians must have completed 5 training modules provided by Lifemark and keep up on evidence informed practice in this emerging area.
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.
