Physiotherapy is ...

Physiotherapy prevents or lessens some of the physical problems that are associated with injury, disease, disability, birth defects or long periods of inactivity.

Physiotherapy includes rehabilitation, as well as prevention of injury and promotion of health and fitness. It is used whenever mobility, independence and physical fitness are important.

Physiotherapists often work in teams with other health professionals to help meet an individual's health care needs.

The terms "physiotherapy" and "physical therapy" mean the same thing and are used interchangeably, as are the terms “physiotherapist” and “physical therapist”.

Physiotherapy can help you ...

• become stronger and more flexible
• increase freedom of movement and mobility
• breathe easier
• reduce pain
• stay active
• prevent injury

... so you can resume activities important to you.

Physiotherapists work in ...

• hospitals or acute care facilities
• rehabilitation centres
• long term care facilities
• home care programs
• public health units
• private clinics
• schools
• child development centres
• industry
• recreation centres
• sports clinics and facilities
• universities

Physiotherapy Clinical Practice Areas

Cardiorespirology
Seniors Health
Neurosciences
Orthopaedics
Paediatrics
Physiotherapy Management /Administration
Private Practice
Research
Sports
Women's Health