Category: General News
Spa Quality Relaxation Massage
Getting Spa-Quality Relaxation at The Clinic We all desire a little pampering now and then, what better way to pamper yourself than with a relaxation massage! Did you know that it is easy to get a spa-quality relaxation massage in our clinic? This option can help make your benefits last longer. You can even book…
Weak Core as a Cause of Low Back Pain?
People seem to blame their “weak core” or a tight/weak group of muscles in the lumbar area (like “QL” Quadratus Lumborum) for their lower back pain. Do you think Tiger Woods or LeBron James have a weak core? Pro Athletes get back pain at the same rate as the general population. This is where the…
Physiotherapy is Open for In Person Visits
We want to thank all of our clients and staff for their support and trust since closing the doors at the end of March. Never in the past 26 years have we faced such challenging times and we are truly grateful you continued to see us on – line. The doors may have been closed…
Virtual Physiotherapy – Covered By Insurance!
We want to make sure you continue to have access to physiotherapy services! We have done thousands of virtual appointments since 2020 and our patients really appreciate this option. Your rehab does not need to be delayed or interrupted due to illness or if you are temporarily out of town Whether you are currently in treatment…
Corona Virus – What are we doing?
OUR BUSINESS REMAINS OPEN AND WE ARE HERE TO HELP AS OF MAY 4th, WE ARE ABLE TO SEE A LIMITED NUMBER OF PATIENTS IN-CLINIC FOR PHYSIOTHERAPY. IN ADDITION, PHYSIOTHERAPY REMAINS OPEN FOR VIRTUAL CARE. WE HAVE TELEHEALTH APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE FOR THOSE WHO WISH TO REMAIN AT HOME BUT STILL ACCESS PHYSIOTHERAPY. Over the past…
Recover from a Motor Vehicle Accident with Early Treatment
Have you suffered a whiplash, neck or back injury in Calgary as a result of a motor vehicle accident (MVA) or collision (MVC)? Research shows that an EARLY and active approach to recovery is the fastest, most effective way for healing to occur. Injuries following MVC’s can be complex and include (but not limited to):…
Low Back Pain – A Frustrating and Painful Struggle
Low back pain can be a very frustrating struggle, limiting our ability to work and inhibiting our day-to-day tasks. Even low back pain that lasts a short duration can cause anxiety, depression and fear — especially when you don’t know what to do about your pain. Mechanical Low Back Pain is Extremely Common and Often Recurrent…
Top 5 Arthritis Myths
MYTH #1: “Physio is not going to help – The X-RAY shows ‘bone-on-bone’”… FACT: It has been proven that X-Ray changes alone do not predict the pain or function of a joint. Many people exhibiting advanced osteoarthritis in their X-Rays are not even aware that they have it, and some people with…
Direct Billing for Physiotherapy
GREAT NEWS!!!! At Bonavista Physiotherapy, we can Direct Bill your extended health benefits through Blue Cross, and Green Shield. If you have: Great West Life, Sun Life, Manulife, Chamber of Commerce, Cowan, Desjardins, Industrial Alliance, Johnson, Maximum Benefit, Johnson Group, Standard Life, First Canadian, or CINUP, we can Electronically Submit your claim to expedite your reimbursement and…
Hip and Knee Replacement Testimonial
Thank you for all the great help. I got excellent results and am moving better and my knee is back to normal and I’m still working on my balance , I’ve improved greatly all around. The discomfort in my hip has improved. Thanks again. By the way, this is the fifth post-surgical therapy I’ve had…
