Physiotherapy Clinics near St. Catharines, Ontario

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Choosing The Best Physiotherapy Clinic

Improve the way your body moves so you can continue to do the things you love. Here are 5 questions to consider when choosing the best physiotherapy clinic:

Costs of Physiotherapy in St. Catharines, Ontario

Treatments are covered by most insurance plans and can direct bill your insurance company when available.

Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP)

OHIP stands for Ontario Health Insurance Plan. Funding is provided through the Ontario Community Physiotherapy Clinic Program, and is available to eligible patients free of charge.
A referral is required by your doctor or nurse practitioner. Your physiotherapist will complete an assessment, diagnose your condition and develop a treatment plan based on your goals.

Motor Vehicle Accidents Injury

If you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident (MVA) in Ontario, you are entitled to accident benefits coverage. Under the Ontario Insurance Act, no-fault insurance entitles all individuals involved to coverage regardless of whether you were at fault. The amount of funding you will receive depends on the type of injury that you have sustained.

If you have been in a car accident you should contact your insurance company to let them know. And then book an appointment with a physiotherapist to start treatment right away. The good news is that you don’t have to wait for approval by the insurer to get started. And the clinic can bill the automobile insurer directly so you can focus on recovering and not on all the hassles with paperwork and payments.

Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB)

Injured at work? Then you may be eligible to have your treatment covered by WSIB.

If you have injured yourself at work you and your employer need to file a WSIB claim and complete the necessary paperwork. You can then go for an assessment at an approved WSIB physiotherapy clinic. With an approved claim the WSIB will cover the cost of your treatment based on their approved fee schedule.

Extended Healthcare Benefits

Physiotherapy is normally included in a healthcare benefit package provided by your employer or purchased by you. Coverage varies plan to plan, and can range from $300 in a calendar year up to an unlimited amount. So you need to look into the details of your health benefits coverage. Physiotherapists are direct access professionals and do not require a referral. However, there are still a few insurers that require a referral from a doctor to access your physiotherapy coverage.

Most clinics offer direct billing so they will be able to manage the administration of your reimbursement so you can focus your efforts on your treatment instead of managing paperwork and payments.

What If I Don’t Have Insurance?

The fees for physiotherapy services vary depending on the type of treatment, your condition, and time that is required. Some clinics offer more specialized services and do charge more per session.

Assessments: $105 to $180
Treatments $75 – $140

You will always be told the cost of the services when you book your first appointment and the therapist will give you a detailed treatment plan including expectations and costs after your initial assessment.

Insurance Covered & Submitted For You

Your treatments are covered by most insurance plans. And most clinics in St. Catharines direct bill your insurance company when available.

Canada Life
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Great-West Life
Green Shield
Equitable Life
Industrial Alliance

Standard Life
Chambers of Commerce
Johnson Inc.
Johnston Group Inc.
First Canadian
Maximum Benefit

Cowan
Cooperators
Nexgen
Telus Adjudicare
SSQ
Dejardins

Neighbourhoods in St. Catharines

Riverview

Riverview is a neighbourhood in the city of St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada. Riverview is located in the northwest corner of the city. The neighbourhood is home to several parks and green spaces, including Henley Island, which is connected to Riverview via a pedestrian bridge. Riverview also has its own community centre and arena.

Vansickle

Vansickle is a neighbourhood located in St. Catharines, Ontario. Vansickle was named after John Vansickle who was an early settler in the area. It is a great place to live for families as it offers many amenities such as parks, schools and recreation centres. The Vansickle Park is a popular spot for residents and features a playground, baseball diamond and basketball court.

Barbican Heights

Barbican Heights is a neighbourhood in St. Catharines, Ontario. It is located in the west-end of the city, between Niagara and Lakeshore Roads. The neighbourhood is home to a diverse population, with residents from all walks of life. Barbican Heights is a great place to live, work, and play. There are plenty of things to do in the neighbourhood, and it is close to all the amenities that St. Catharines has to offer.

Secord Woods

Secord Woods is a neighbourhood in St. Catharines, Ontario. It is located in the south-west corner of the city. The neighbourhood is home to Secord Elementary School, Alexander Secord Public School, and Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School. There are also several parks and recreation areas in Secord Woods, including John T. Diffin Park, which features a playground, baseball diamond, and basketball court.

Martindale

Martindale is a neighbourhood in St. Catharines, Ontario. It is located in the central part of the city, just east of Merritton. There are also a few businesses and services located in the neighbourhood, including a grocery store, pharmacy, and library. Martindale is home to Martindale Park, which features a playground and sports fields. The neighbourhood is well-connected by public transit, with several bus routes running through the area.

Port Dalhousie

Port Dalhousie is a neighbourhood in the city of St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada. It is located on the north shore of Lake Ontario. The community is centred on Port Dalhousie Harbour, which is used for pleasure boating and fishing. The harbour is also home to the Port Dalhousie Decks, a series of wooden walkways and platforms that provide access to the water’s edge.

Lakeport

Lakeport is a neighbourhood in St. Catharines, Ontario. It is located south of Lake Ontario. The Lakeport neighbourhood is home to a number of parks and green spaces, including Lakeside Park, which offers scenic views of Lake Ontario. The park also has a playground, picnic area, and walking trails.

Kernahan

Kernahan is a neighbourhood in St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada. Kernahan is bounded by Ontario Street to the north. It is a great place to live for families as it offers many amenities and parks nearby. There are also good schools in Kernahan which makes it a desirable neighbourhood for young families. Kernahan is close to downtown St. Catharines and all of its conveniences, but still has a small town feel.

Glenridge

Glenridge is a neighbourhood in St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada. It is located in the south-west corner of the city. The neighbourhood is home to a number of parks and recreation facilities, including Glenridge Park, which features a playground, basketball court, and baseball diamond; Glenridge Quarry Park, which offers hiking trails and stunning views of the Niagara Escarpment; and Glenridge Recreation Centre, which has an indoor pool, gymnasium, and fitness centre.

These are the other upcoming neighbourhoods in St. Catharines: Bunting, Burleigh Hill, Carlton, Downtown St. Catharines, Facer, Fairview, Fitzgerald, Fonthill, Grantham East, Grantham West, Lakeshore, Lancaster, Lock 3, Marsdale, Merritton, Michigan Beach, Oakdale, Orchard Park, Port Weller, Power Glen, Queenston, St. George’s Point, The Haig and Western Hill.

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St. Catharines Physiotherapy FAQs

How can I get physiotherapy for free in St. Catharines, Ontario?

There are a few different ways to get your best physiotherapy treatments covered in St. Catharines, ON.

Were you injured at work?

Then you may be eligible to have your entire treatment covered by WSIB. If you have injured yourself at work you and your employee need to fill out a WSIB claim. You can then go for an assessment at an approved WSIB physiotherapy clinic. The initial physiotherapy examination and first treatment will be paid for by WSIB.

Further physiotherapy treatment is only approved once the claim is accepted. If approved, the WSIB may authorize physiotherapy treatment for up to six weeks. That means you won’t be required to pay anything out of your own pocket and your treatment will be free.

Are you covered under OHIP (Ontario Health Insurance Plan)?

OHIP funded physiotherapy is limited to Community Based Clinics that have an agreement with the Ministry of Health. An assessment at a clinic that provides provincial funding is required to determine if you are eligible. To find OHIP-funded physiotherapy services, visit Ontario Health Service’s website and search for “physiotherapy.”

Are you covered under Employer Insurance Benefits?

Physiotherapy is normally included in employer or purchased health benefit plans. Coverage varies from plan to plan and can range from $500 to unlimited so you need to look into the details of your health coverage. Some insurers require a referral from a doctor to access your physiotherapy coverage. Most clinics offer direct billing so they will manage the administration of reimbursement for you so you can focus your efforts on your treatment instead of managing paperwork.

Can I see a physiotherapist virtually in St. Catharines, Ontario?

Yes!

An effective way to replicate and enhance the physical therapy you get in a clinic is in your home. Your therapist can assess how you move in your native environment, look at how you have set up your home exercise station, watch you do your exercises, assess your home office set up, and much more.

And physiotherapy video visits (also known as virtual visits) are now covered by most insurance providers just the same way as an in-clinic session would be.

What kind of injuries do physiotherapists typically treat in St. Catharines, Ontario?

There are a large variety of injuries involving many different joints and muscles that physiotherapists typically treat in St. Catharines, ON

Here are some of the most common ones that physiotherapists see:

Sprain and strains of all body regions
Sports injuries
Workplace injuries, improper lifting, as well as poor ergonomics
Whiplash Injuries, car accidents or falls
Back, neck, and shoulder pain
Headaches and concussions

Find A Physiotherapist Near You

This appointment is your opportunity to tell us what hurts and discover whether physiotherapy or chiropractic care is a good fit for you! During this session, you will talk with a physiotherapist or chiropractor on a phone all (or online) and create the right care plan specifically for your pain. There is no obligation. This session is to find out whether physiotherapy or chiropractic care can help you get back to doing the things you love in life.