At your first visit, a physiotherapist will perform an evaluation and talk with you about your condition.  The therapist then creates a therapy program based on the results of the evaluation.  The therapist takes into account your expectations and goals, your age and physical abilities.

If you are in pain at your first visit, you should expect the physio therapist to provide a treatment that gives you short-term pain relief.  To achieve this, your therapist may provide electrical acupuncutre, ultrasound, manual therapy such as soft tissue mobilization and other techniques.  The therapist may also provide you with instructions in proper positioning to control your pain symptoms.

Exercise is almost always an important part of your program.  You will be given exercises to do at home.

Each therapy session takes about 45 minutes.