Athletic THERAPY

What is Athletic Therapy?

“Adhering to the Sports Medicine Model of care, Athletic Therapists are best known for their quick-thinking on-field emergency care of professional athletes. The first to respond when someone gets hurt, they are experts at injury assessment and rehabilitation. They treat a wide range of patients from kids with concussions to seniors recovering from hip replacement surgery, using various manual therapies, modalities, exercise prescription and even bracing and taping. The treatment varies but the objective doesn’t: an Athletic Therapist’s goal is to help clients return to their usual activities, whether that means playing competitive sports or walking to the mailbox and back.” ~ Canadian Athletic Therapy Association (CATA) 

Athletic Therapy involves:

• Assessment/Reassessment
• Manual Treatment
• Exercise Prescription
• Modality Application
• Education
• Home Program Development

*At We-Fix-U, every treatment plan is individualized and catered to each patient specific to their injury, lifestyle, and rehabilitation goals*

Athletic Therapy Spectrum of Care:

Who would benefit from seeing an Athletic Therapist?

Athletic therapists are highly skilled in returning athletes to competition and maximizing their performance as soon as possible after an injury. However, athletic therapy isn’t just for athletes, athletic therapy is for everyone. Whether you are a 18 year old competitive soccer player, a 35 year old rec league basketball player, or a 70 year old avid walker, we are all athletes in our own way. The same mix of on-site care and active rehabilitation skills make athletic therapists effective in treating daily musculoskeletal injuries (muscles, joints, bones) sustained by everyday Canadians.

Common Conditions Athletic Therapists can Treat

• Common injuries from sports and daily activities (falls, back pain from exercising, neck pain from work, strains and sprains, etc)
• Chronic and recurring conditions, pre-surgery and post-surgery
• Emergencies at sporting events such as concussion, fractures, and spinal injuries
• Workplace and motor vehicle accidents

Benefits of Athletic Therapy

• Increase flexibility and range of motion throughout the body
• Reduce joint and muscle pain
• Increase in strength and balance
• Strength and Conditioning
• Returning to work and sport pain free
• Learning various injury prevention techniques to avoid another injury in the future

An injury doesn’t necessarily need to be present in order for an individual to seek out athletic therapy services. Athletic therapists are able to provide preventative guidance as well as reconditioning/conditioning for performance improvement.

Who are Athletic Therapists?

Certified Athletic Therapists use an active rehabilitation approach to reduce pain, increase strength, and prevent future injury. They take a full body approach to treatment by not just looking at the injury but other contributing factors that may be limiting your recovery as well. 

• Recognized by the designation of Certified Athletic Therapists CAT(C)
• Skilled in active rehabilitation that assesses the whole body, finding and treating the cause
• Trained in providing on-field emergency care at sporting events
• Experts in the prevention and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries to muscles, bones and joints
• Trained therapists returning people of all ages to a healthy active lifestyle

Meagan Wall – Registered Athletic Therapist at We-Fix-U

Meagan is a Registered Athletic Therapist who grew up in Port Hope, ON and was involved in the Port Hope/Cobourg hockey community. Her passion for hockey and athletics is what led her to pursue her Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences – Athletic Therapy at Sheridan College.

Meagan’s current practice uses a combination of manual therapy techniques, education, and exercises tailored to the individuals’ specific needs/goals. She works with individuals to develop a comprehensive treatment plan that address the primary concerns, prevention of injury/re-injury, and enhancement of personal performance; all while working towards getting the individual back to the activities they enjoy!

The ideal patient for Meagan would be those who are involved in their recovery process, as a great educator and motivator, Meagan is able to provide the support and encouragement to reach your rehabilitation goals!

Outside of the clinic, you can find Meagan enjoying time spent with family and friends, hiking trails, and enjoying a nice cup of coffee at a local café!

Meagan looks forward to applying her passion for movement to help people of the Northumberland and surrounding area to live their best pain-free, healthy, active lives!

Does My Insurance Cover Athletic Therapy?

The insurance providers below cover athletic therapy but we recommend calling your provider to confirm policy coverage before booking an appointment.

Begin your Recovery with a We-Fix-U Athletic Therapist

Whether you are a professional athlete or a regular at the Sunday league, our Athletic Therapist can help you recover and achieve your best physical potential. Contact Meagan Wall, our experienced Athletic Therapist with any questions about injuries, whether it is from work or play. We-Fix-U Athletic Therapy is available in the Cobourg and Port Hope clinics. We are with you on the road to recovery! Book an appointment today.

Service Available at these Locations

We-Fix-U Physiotherapy and Foot Health Centre Port Hope Clinic

 125 Toronto Rd, Port Hope, ON L1A 3S6
 905-885-0024
 [email protected]