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Empower Physiotherapy

Empower Physiotherapy is a clinic in Richmond, BC, specializing in physiotherapy and hand therapy. They focus on one-to-one care, aiming to help patients recover from injuries, manage pain, and return to activities they love. The clinic emphasizes a client-centric approach, integrity, excellence, and positivity.

5.0(5 reviews)
Richmond
Open
604-370-1040
Verified Clinic

About This Clinic

Empower Physiotherapy is a clinic in Richmond, BC, specializing in physiotherapy and hand therapy. They focus on one-to-one care, aiming to help patients recover from injuries, manage pain, and return to activities they love. The clinic emphasizes a client-centric approach, integrity, excellence, and positivity.

Services Offered

Physiotherapy
Certified Hand Therapy
Kinesiology

Conditions We Treat

Muscle, joint, and/or nerve painHeadachesInjury-associated anxietyUpper Extremity ConditionsLower Extremity ConditionsBoutonnière DeformityCarpal Tunnel SyndromeCubital Tunnel SyndromedeQuervain's TenosynovitisDupuytren's ContractureFlexion ContracturesFracturesGolfer’s ElbowLigament Sprains/InstabilitiesMallet FingerOsteoarthritisPost Surgical Tendon RepairRepetitive Strain InjurySwan Neck DeformityTennis ElbowTrigger FingerAnkle Sprains/InstabilityJumper’s KneeKnee Meniscal InjuriesKnee Sprains (ACL, PCL, MCL, LCL)Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome/SubluxationArthritisFrozen ShoulderPalmar FasciectomyPost-Surgical CareRadial Tunnel SyndromeSkier's ThumbTendon RepairTFCC Injuries/TearsThoracic Outlet SyndromeTrigger Finger/ThumbUlnar Nerve TranspositionTraumatic Brain Injury (concussion)DizzinessBalance issuesVisual changesTinnitusCervical spine dysfunctionReturn to learn/play/workLigament Sprains/InstabilitiesBack PainChronic painNeuropathic PainSciaticaMotor vehicle accident injuriesOsteoarthritisBladder Control (Urinary Incontinence, Urinary Dysfunction)Bowel Control (Fecal Incontinence, Constipation)Abdominal Muscle Separation - Diastasis Rectus Abdominus (DRA)Pelvic Pain (Low back and pelvic girdle pain, Vaginal/vulvar pain, Coccydynia, Menstrual pain)Pelvic Organ ProlapseSexual Dysfunction (Painful intercourse)Pre & Post ProstatectomyPrenatal & Postpartum conditionsHand and Elbow SurgeriesOpen Reduction Internal Fixation (ORIF) of all FracturesTotal Joint ReplacementsKnee SurgeriesShoulder SurgeriesJaw bone and related muscles painNeck painTorticollisInner ear dysfunctionCentral nervous system dysfunctionBenign Positional Paroxysmal Vertigo (BPPV)Work-related hand injuries

Specializations

AcupunctureBrace FittingConcussion RehabilitationCustom SplintingIntramuscular Stimulation / Dry NeedlingManual & Manipulative TherapyMove Your Joints ProgramOsteoarthritis ManagementPelvic HealthPerinatal CarePre- & Post-Surgical RehabilitationTelerehabilitationTMJ Disorder TreatmentTorticollis TreatmentVestibular RehabilitationWorkSafeBC Hand Therapy Program & RTW CoordinationWound Care & Scar ManagementActive Rehab (ICBC)Personal Training

Insurance & Billing

Online payments through Payfirma on Janeapp are encouraged. ICBC allows 25 sessions of physiotherapy and 12 sessions of Kinesiology (Active Rehab) within 12 weeks of a motor vehicle accident. A flat rate user fee of $20.00/session applies for physiotherapy/hand therapy visits. Kinesiology - Active Rehab sessions are fully covered by ICBC with no user fee. For injuries sustained before May 1st, 2021 or past 12 weeks post injury, prior approval from ICBC is required.

Accepted Insurance Plans
Canada LifeICBCJohnsonManulifeMedavie Blue Cross (Veterans and RCMP only)MSP Premium AssistancePacific Blue CrossUBC Ortho ReconstructionWorkSafeBC
Direct Billing Available

What Patients Are Saying

"From the first phone call to full service this place is friendly, calming, and consistent. Making appointments and reminder notices well in advance kept me on track. Really effective treatment planning with education on why to do certain movements to get better. Thank you Empower Physio."

- Linda Gavsie

Hours & Contact

Monday to Friday 7:00am to 7:30pm, Saturdays 8:00am to 2:00pm

Patient Information

New Patients

Your initial session will involve a discussion and a thorough musculoskeletal assessment. Please wear or bring suitable attire (sports bra, shorts, etc. to expose the area to be treated) to change into. The physiotherapist will then explain your treatment plan to you to help you achieve your personal goal(s). You will be educated throughout your treatment sessions so that you will become more body aware and prevent further or future injuries. The duration, frequency and number of treatments will vary depending on the condition. For vestibular rehabilitation assessment/treatment, plan for a ride post session as you may not be suitable to drive right after the appointment due to dizziness.

Appointment Types
  • Initial assessment
  • Follow-up sessions
  • Telerehabilitation appointments
Treatment Approach

One-to-one care, client-centric approach, integrity, excellence, positivity, evidence-informed care, skilled practitioners with excellent professional bedside manner, short wait times, easy booking system.

Facility Details

Parking

Underground parking available on the east side of No. 2 Road with stairs to the building. Two spots reserved for Empower Physiotherapy patients and four visitor spots. Free street parking is also available along London Road and No. 2 Road.

Amenities
One-to-one appointmentsDirect billingShort wait timesEasy booking systemPrivate roomsFriendly & helpful receptionDetailed assessment & effective diagnosisIndividualized treatment planHands on approachProfessional yet approachable environmentConvenient online bookingClean, fresh environmentQuality products & suppliesTelerehabilitationFree parking
Location Features

Located in Steveston, along the Fraser River trail.

Pricing Information

Splint prices vary depending on the type and size of splint. Brace costs may be found in the shop. Most extended health care insurance providers provide a portion or full reimbursement for custom splinting and custom fit bracing. ICBC user fee of $20.00/session for physiotherapy and/or hand therapy visits.

Our Team

Adam Schwartz
Registered Physiotherapist
Amanda Ho
Registered Occupational Therapist
Anant Chilimbi
Registered Physiotherapist
Angie Hill
Registered Physiotherapist
Jennifer Lee-Cowan
Registered Physiotherapist
Karyn Kraemer
Registered Physiotherapist
Katelyn Jeffries
Registered Physiotherapist
Linda Maedel
Registered Physiotherapist
Maritess Tolentino
Registered Physiotherapist
Nikolai Adrias
Registered Kinesiologist
Travis Tomlin
Registered Physiotherapist
Alicia
Patient Experience Coordinator Lead
Lisa
Patient Experience Coordinator
Thea
Staff
Lleyton
Staff
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