"Which professional is best for me?"
Short answer: If one of our professionals does an initial visit with you and then believes you would be better served by someone else, we’ll refer you to that professional (in-house or out!).
Professional: Certified Athletic Therapist
Works with: MPI & WCB claims, assess and treats new and chronic physical injuries, generally works with a healthy population.
Focus = physical rehab
Professional: Physiotherapist
Works with: Assess and treats new and chronic physical injuries, can work with multiple comorbidities, does post-surgical rehabilitation, can work with nerve related concerns.
Focus = physical rehab
Professional: Registered Massage Therapist
Works with: Mini assessments, treats using massage techniques for tension and balance, works with a generally healthy population.
Focus = physical rehab
Professional: Traditional Acupuncturist
Works with: Eastern Medicine approach to assessment and treatment. Can work with many health concerns such as hormone imbalances, fertility concerns, migraines, chronic pain, allergies, digestive issues, depression, etc.
Focus = physical, mental & spiritual health
Professional: Naturopathic Doctor
Works with: Detailed assessment and treatment of multiple health concerns. Can work along side the medical system to support your doctor’s approach and offer a holistic view. Is able to work with the four major diseases: cardiovascular, diabetes, cancer, and Alzheimer’s. Works with many other health concerns such as hormones, chronic pain, anxiety, depression, digestive issues, etc.
Focus = physical health & mental health
Professional: Registered Dietitian
Works with: Assess dietary (eating) habits and overall health goals. Offers counselling and education on food choices, habits, and plans. Is able to work with multiple health conditions regarding diet and nutrition counselling.
Focus = physical health
Professional: Mental Health Counselling (Registered Social Worker)
Works with: Mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, chronic pain, and other mental health concerns.
Focus = mental health
Other items to consider:
Do you have a preference for a male or female therapist?
Are you looking to claim the service through your insurance and is it covered?
Does the practitioner’s schedule work with yours?
NOTE: The descriptions above are short and specific to Revolution’s practitioners and structure. They do not reflect all professionals in that discipline.