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Wellington Ortho & Rehab - Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Certified Athletic Therapist

Is Althetic Therapy a new profession?

Will Athletic Therapy be covered by my insurance plan?

What if my plan does not cover Athletic Therapy. Is there anything I can do?

How is Athletic Therapy different from Physiotherapy?

 

What is a Certified Athletic Therapist

A Certified Athletic Therapist is a graduate of an accredited degree program specializing in the prevention, immediate care and rehabilitation of orthopeadic injuries sustained by athletes and active individuals. Upon the graduation and the collection of 1200 hours of practical field and clinical experience, each member must pass a National Board Exam to receive the designation of Certified Athletic Therapist. All Certified members must satisfy ongoing continuing education requirements.

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Is Althetic Therapy a new profession?

The Canadian Athletic Therapists Association was established in 1965 born out of a need for Highly Trained Professionals dedicated to the keeping Canadian High Performance athletes healthy and at their peak performance 12 months a year.

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Will Athletic Therapy be covered by my insurance plan?

Many extended health plans cover Athletic Therapy treatments with a doctor’s referral. As all plans are different, it is best that you contact your individual plan administrator to verify the extent of your coverage.   Hockey Canada piece, along with othe minor sport groups.

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What if my plan does not cover Athletic Therapy. Is there anything I can do?

If your claim is denied, you may submit a letter prepared by the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association, requesting that Athletic Therapy be added to your extended health care plan.

This letter can be submitted to both your plan administrator within the HR department at your place of employment and to your assigned representative within your Insurance Provider.

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How is Athletic Therapy different from Physiotherapy?
Certified Athletic Therapists specialize in orthopaedic assessment and rehabilitation of all physical injuries as well as sport specific exercise rehabilitation. Athletic Therapy is based on the sports medicine model of rehabilitation and does not involve the study of neurological, respiratory, or cardiovascular rehabilitation.

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