See Suzie Foreman for a virtual/telehealth appointment. Suzie can see patients in Ontario, British Columbia and Alberta in Canada and on the island of Jamaica. Get expert advice in the comfort of your home for all conditions normally seen by a physiotherapist. In addition to being a physical therapist Suzie is a certified strength and conditioning coach.
Your first session will consist of a thorough assessment and treatment, just as if you were in the clinic. I will ask you questions about your medical history, your current complaint and your goals for treatment. After that I will take a look at your range of motion, strength and mobility. Together we will develop a plan for you to reach your goals and I will keep you accountable on your journey. It is amazing what is possible virtually.
HOW DOES IT COMPARE TO TRADITIONAL PHYSIOTHERAPY?
With virtual/telehealth appointments I can:
Take a detailed history of your complaint and provide an accurate clinical diagnosis
Examine range of motion and movements
Perform functional mobility and strength tests
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.
WHAT DO I NEED TO PREPARE FOR A VIRTUAL PHYSIOTHERAPY SESSION?
For your virtual session, you will need to connect your device (computer, tablet or smart phone) to the internet and have camera and audio capabilities. If this is your first appointment with me, you may also have some intake forms to complete.
Wear workout clothing so that you can move around comfortably. Find an area in your house where you have enough space to do exercises on the floor, sitting in a chair, standing or up against a wall. If you have any equipment (stability ball, weights, foam rollers, lacrosse or tennis balls, etc) have them handy.
IS VIRTUAL PHYSIOTHERAPY COVERED BY INSURANCE?
In Canada, most insurance companies now cover virtual physiotherapy.
CAN I DO VIRTUAL PHYSIOTHERAPY FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD?
I can see patients in Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario and Newfoundland and Labrador in Canada and on the island of Jamaica.