Virtual Telehealth Appointments
Take Your Rehab Journey Online.
Virtual / TeleHealth Services (Ontario Residents Only)
Receive the exercise and rehab programming needed to recover from our highly rated therapists in the comfort of your own home. Virtual appointments are now available with our team of experienced physiotherapist residents and chiropractors.
Why choose to do a Virtual Physiotherapy or Chiropractic appointment?
Virtual therapy are a great substitute for in person sessions that you would normally experience with a physiotherapist or chiropractor. Movement assessments during a video consultation is used by our experienced therapist to determine the root cause of your problems. Our virtual therapists know which questions to ask in order to fully understand your symptoms and to determine a diagnosis and a cost effective recovery strategy. Rehab Hero therapists care about your movement needs and provide exercise programs during treatments to reach your goals.
Whether you are experiencing nagging aches and pains, work-at-home related body stiffness, or have suffered from an injury, or are interested in steps that you can take to prevent injuries, the virtual platform is a great way to connect with our physiotherapists and chiropractors who are leaders in their respective industries.
What Conditions Can Be Treated Virtually?
Any condition that our chiropractor or physiotherapist would normally train at the clinic can be treated with movement based therapy virtually. Tele-rehabilitation has been shown to be an effective way to treat a variety of musculoskeletal injuries and conditions, and we have seen results doing so. Our patient feedbacks show that they are satisfied with their online appointments. If our therapists believe that you require an in-person treatment, they will let you know when it may be appropriate. Since your wellness is our top priority, we will always be transparent about the best treatment options available to you.
What Does a Virtual Chiropractic or Physiotherapy Session Look Like?
All online physiotherapy and chiropractic appointments can be easily booked through our online portal. When its time to meet your therapist, you will sent a secure link to access the virtual conference system.
A typical virtual care appointment starts off with a verbal investigation of what you have been recently experiencing. This is used to zone in on your current issues and to determine the root cause of your problem during the virtual physiotherapy assessment or virtual chiropractic assessment. You will also talk about treatment goals and you will be given the opportunity to ask any questions that you have.
When working with your physiotherapist or chiropractor, you will be given a catered exercise program that targets the root cause of your injury. The exercises may include mobility, stretching, stability, balance, strengthening, ,self soft tissue mobilization, or co-ordination exercises. They will help you to be accountable and motivate you through the process.
What Do I Need To Prepare For A Virtual Care Ontario Session?
For your Virtual Session you will need the following:
A Quiet and large space for full body movements to be assessed and space for prescribed exercises
A device that is connected to the internet with audio and camera capabilities such as computer, laptop, tablet, or phone
Loose and comfortable clothing that allows freedom of movement
Any fitness equipment that you have around the house including weights, bands, massage balls, yoga mat and/or foam rollers. Your physiotherapist or chiropractor will always work with what you have readily available during the appointment.
Are Virtual Appointments Covered By My Extended Health Benefits?
In most instances yes! Almost all insurance companies recognized the essential need for virtual care and upgraded their policies to include it after the COVID-19 pandemic. It is still recommended that you verify the type and amount of coverage your have with your insurance provider prior to your appointment. Each plan is unique and vary from person to person. Following the session our administrative team will send you an online invoice to make the claiming process easy.
How Do I Pay For My Virtual Physiotherapy and Chiropractic Session?
We currently offer secure online payments through Stripe that will allow you to pay for your session using your credit card. We accept Visa, Mastercard.
Is Virtual Care Secure?
Yes! We use a secure and confidential conference platform to help you connect with your healthcare practitioner. This platform is PIPEDA and PHIPA compliant. This means it meets the health privacy standards of Ontario and Canada.
Can I Book A Session From Anywhere In the World?
As of right now, we can only serve residents of Ontario because all of our therapists are licensed with their respective provincial governing bodies.
For online exercise programming Worldwide you can read about ONLINE REHAB COACHING to see if it is a suitable replacement for you.
Can Telehealth Work For Me?
Yes, Virtual Therapy Ontario can help with almost every condition that would be treated by your therapist in person.