PHYSIOTHERAPY
Bounce back from pain and injury with the help of our expert therapists
PHYSIOTHERAPY
Bounce back from pain and injury with the help of our expert therapists
PAIN & INJURY MANAGEMENT
Expertise, attention to detail, and a passion for getting you back to the things you love to do
We focus on crafting solutions for each patient through a combination of a thorough assessment, patient education, hands-on techniques, and carefully curated exercise-based treatment with an emphasis placed on load management, progressive loading and attentive 1-on-1 care.
STRENGTH DEVELOPMENT
MOVEMENT IS OUR FAVOURITE MEDICINE
A physiotherapy session at The Bridge involves a whole lot more than a table, a hot pack, and a TENS machine. Everything we do centres around an active approach that aims to not just relieve pain, but to also build the strength and resilience you need to tolerate your active life and sport.
Our Locations
Sherwood Park
South Edmonton
Millennium Place
Lethbridge
Physiotherapy
Services
Rehab Exercise
An active lifestyle demands active rehab. and exercise is one of the most effective tools at our disposal. We select exercises that are effective for your individual needs, and help you progress them over time.
Education
A better understanding of your pain, injury, or limitation and the process moving forward are essential building blocks in becoming an empowered participant in your own recovery.
Manual Therapy
Hands-on techniques can be an effective tool to help manage pain and improve function in the short-term while we work to improve strength, resilience, and confidence for long-term change.
Sports Injury Rehab
We have been serving athletes in our community for over 40 years. From minor sprains to major surgical rehabs, our team has a wealth of experience helping high-performance athletes return to their sport with confidence.
Dry Needling / IMS
Using an ultra-fine needle, IMS works through stimulation of the nervous system to reduce the sensation of tightness in a muscle, greatly increasing your strength and mobility in the rest of your rehab.
Blood Flow Restriction
BFR training is a technique that combines low intensity exercise with blood flow restriction cuffs to produce high-intensity results at lower stress that your body can handle.
OUR
PROCESS
MANAGE PAIN
No matter the injury or limitation you’re facing, the first step is to manage and relieve the painful symptoms and educate you on the plan moving forward.
OUR
PROCESS
BUILD CAPACITY
Once we’ve managed the symptoms, the fun part starts. We build a progressive exercise program in order to increase your body’s capacity to tolerate the demands of your life and sport.
OUR
PROCESS
DEVELOP RESILIENCE
Our coaches then introduce higher level strength and mobility work to prevent re-injury and make sure you leave even stronger than your pre-injury baseline.
Physiotherapy
Specializations
ACL SPORTS REHABILITATIONÂ Â >
ACL injuries are serious. Your rehab should be too. The KNEEFIT ACL rehab program at The Bridge has been developed through decades of clinical experience rehabbing serious knee injuries and continues to be informed by current research.
Concussion Management  >
With baseline testing, symptom management, and return-to-activity plans, our concussion specialists work with patients to develop a progressive plan to get back to activity (whether that is school, work, or sport) as safely and efficiently as possible.
Vertigo & Dizziness rehab  >
Vestibular Rehabilitation is a specific and individualized treatment and exercise program to help with common inner ear issues like vertigo, dizziness, nausea, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, visual disturbances, and fatigue.
Pelvic Health Care  >
Our pelvic specialists utilize education, exercise and manual therapy to help reduce pain, restore function and build strength in the muscles and joints of the pelvis and low back to help with urinary, bowel & sexual functions.
Schroth Scoliosis  >
The Schroth Method for scoliosis is an exercise program that involves an approach to elongate the trunk and correct imbalances of the spine. Specific exercises are provided based on the curve pattern, severity, function, and mobility.
Our Physiotherapists
Scott Gilroy
Melissa Prokop
Jordan Biggs
Darren Bishop
Kevin Okamura
Niko Saler
Karen Ramsay
Graham Murray
Matthew Okrainec
Morgan Branch
Lisa Rombough
Doug Gilroy
Joelle Stenger
Breanne George
Zach Peters
Leanne Jacobs
Michael Duncan
Victoria Wilk
Sapphire Kroetsch
Kayla Hauck
Dominique Leonard
Joey Silva
Trevor Rutschmann
Lindsay Marsh
Megan Ahlstrom
Annabelle Newhook
Katherine Bernard Yip-Choy
Josh Evans
Ayrie Freedman
Brendan Lehman
Toni Strang
Trenton Leisen
Jamie Raichel
Steve Kennedy
Booking
Information
MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT (MVA) CLAIMS
Our team of physios and front office staff has extensive experience dealing with and taking the headache out of accident claims to make sure you can focus on the most important thing, feeling better.
WORKERS COMPENSATION BOARD (WCB) CLAIMS
If you were injured as the result of a workplace accident, our physios treat WCB injuries to get you back to work pain-free as safely and efficiently as possible.
PRIVATE INSURANCE DIRECT BILLING
We deal with nearly all major private insurance providers dircetly, so you don’t have to. This includes Alberta Blue Cross, Sunlife, Great West Life, Manulife, and many more. Don’t see your provider on that list? Give us a quick call or email to double check.
FAQs
If you have a question that’s not covered here, head on over to our contact page and get in touch with us directly. Our team is always happy to help.
DO I NEED TO BE AN ATHLETE?
No, absolutely not! We have a special love for the athletic community, but you do not need to be an athlete to benefit from physiotherapy. No matter your goals, we can get you back to doing what you love pain-free.
Do you treat [x] injury or condition?
It’s safe to say that if it relates to you joints, bones, muscles, tendons, or pretty much anywhere in between, our team can help. Physiotherapists in Canada are frontline MSK experts and are an evidence-based, reliable, and trusted source for help with rehabilitation from pain and/or injury.
IS PHYSIO RIGHT FOR ME?
Your first session will include a detailed assessment of your history, background, and goals moving forward. This extra time lets us get a holistic view of your pain or limitation to better inform your recovery. After we assess you, we will build a treatment plan involving education, relevant manual therapy, and a progressive exercise program.
WHAT CAN I EXPECT FROM MY FIRST SESSION?
Your first session will include a detailed assessment of your history, background, and goals moving forward. This extra time lets us get a holistic view of your pain or limitation to better inform your recovery. After we assess you, we will build a treatment plan involving education, relevant manual therapy, and a progressive exercise program.
DO I NEED A DOCTOR’S REFERRAL?
No, physiotherapists are primary healthcare providers which means no referrals are needed to access our services.
How Do I choose The right Therapist for me?
Our therapists are well-rounded pain and injury experts, but everyone has disciplines, activities, or specific injuries that they specialize in. Start by looking around our online booking site to find their availability or head to the staff bios to find a physio who is a good fit for your activity/sport.
Does my insurance pay for physio?
Insurance coverage for physiotherapy will depend on your specific plan, but typically your insurance company will cover a portion of physiotherapy or a specific dollar amount.
We direct bill to nearly all major private insurance providers for physiotherapy, including Alberta Blue Cross, Sunlife, Great West Life, Manulife, and many more. Don’t see your provider on that list? Give us a quick call or email to double check.