Have you heard about Face-Time Physio?
In view of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has caused the closing of many healthcare centers, we as medical practitioners are working tirelessly to provide the best quality care to our patients while limiting the transmission of this illness. Telehealth has arisen as an excellent way for people to continue seeking medical services while being in the privacy and safety of their own homes. By delivering treatment online rather than in person, we will keep both our patients and PT services comfortable and stable.
For more information on our telehealth services and how they may benefit you, feel free to call us at 905-697-8001, schedule a telehealth appointment with our website chatbot, OR click here to schedule your virtual appointment!
What is Face-Time Physio?
Telehealth is a way for service and medical professionals such as doctors and physiotherapists, to guarantee that our patients continue to get the best treatment available from a distant area, such as their home.
At Telma Grant Physio & Sports Therapy, our telehealth services offer a live appointment where you can meet and chat with our physiotherapist about your treatment plan.
Telehealth programs can be accessed by smartphone or device, allowing you to complete physiotherapy sessions from the convenience of your own home. You’ll also be able to track your results and see how you’re doing as your therapy progresses.
At any point, you can also message one of our physiotherapists to ask questions or get advice about your condition.
DO YOU HAVE TROUBLE ACCESSING HIGH-QUALITY PHYSIO?
IS IT DUE TO?
COVID-19
With the sudden increase of people working from home and “Social distancing”, this service allows you to continue your treatment or rehab whilst maintaining your current routine.
YOUR LOCATION?
Living in a rural or remote location can mean you literally live hours away from your nearest Physio.
YOUR ABILITY TO ACCESS TRANSPORT?
After major surgery and injuries you are often unable or not allowed to drive to your Physio – sometimes for up to 6 weeks!
NOT HAVING THE TIME?
We understand that people with “busy” lives often find it hard to find time in their schedule to get to a Physio and are looking for innovative ways of making their time more efficient.
Is Telehealth safe?
In addition to allowing for the practice of social distancing, as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, telehealth also has other benefits for patients.
As stated by the Canadian Physiotherapy Association, just a few of these include:
- “Patients typically in clinical or hospital settings could be managed from their homes
- Telehealth can facilitate consultation between providers or in clinical education
- Quicker screening, assessment, and referrals can improve care coordination within collaborative delivery models such as accountable care organizations or patient-centered medical homes”
What issues and conditions can Telehealth therapy treat?
There are tons of conditions that Telehealth therapy can help to treat. Some of the most common ones are:
- Back pain
- Arthritis pain
- Post-surgical rehab
- Headaches/migraines
- Injury rehab
- Sports injuries
If your condition is not listed above, feel free to contact our office during business hours to find out if telehealth physiotherapy is a good fit for you.
How does it Work
With virtual online therapy, your physiotherapist will connect with you by a secure video call. With virtual therapy, we can:
- Take a complete history to provide an accurate diagnosis
- Examine range of motion and movements
- Perform a functional movement examination
- Evaluate strength
- Prescribe exercises and stretches – with supporting photos/videos
- Correct exercise form and provide cues to perform them more effectively
- Provide and refine self joint mobilization techniques
- Provide and refine self directed soft tissue treatment techniques
- Provide a full rehab plan to follow in your own environment
- Educate patients on their injury or condition
- Help train another person to assist you with exercises or stretches
Ready to get started?
The worst seems to be behind us in this pandemic, however, we don’t know what lies ahead.
At Telma Grant Physio & Sports Therapy, we want you to know that we are here for you no matter what. We genuinely care about the health of every one of our patients, which is why we believe telehealth services are a great option for the time being.
We still want to be able to serve our patients in the best ways possible. Telehealth allows patients to continue personalized PT plans, so they do not lose all of their progress.
To learn more about how you can set up our telehealth services on your smartphone or computer, give us a call today at 905-697-8001.
Stay calm and stay healthy. We are here to help you stay on track with your physiotherapy program.
Your Next Steps…
Request An Appointment
Receive A Custom Treatment Plan
Work Hard and Progress In Your Recovery
Recover & Enjoy Life Pain-Free!
