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Physical therapy services are provided at many sites and facilities
within
Saskatoon Health Region. Outpatient programs differ between sites.
A
doctor's referral is required for services. Physical
Therapy is also
provided to people in their own homes through Client Patient
Access
Services.
Physical Therapy is a university trained health care profession
that
improves health through physical means. We provide preventative,
diagnostic
and therapeutic services aimed at maximizing function and helping
people
achieve their highest quality of life through physical movement.
We provide
individualized treatment of an injury or disability based on
scientific
knowledge, a thorough assessment of the condition, environmental
factors and
lifestyle.
The major areas assisted by physical therapy are listed below.
-
Neurological/Neurosurgical: people with functional
problems because
of damage to the brain and spinal cord or nerves. Examples
are those with
stroke, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, spinal cord
injury,
cerebral palsy, acute and chronic pain, some types of dizziness.
- Muskuloskeletal: people with injury of bones and other
tissues, such
as muscles, tendons, or ligaments. Examples are those who
have joint
replacement, arthritis, burns and incontinence.
- Cardiorespiratory: people who have problems with respiratory
or
circulatory system disease. Examples are those with chronic
pulmonary disease, cystic fibrosis, acute pneumonia, diabetes,
and cardiac
disease.
If you are interested in employment opportunities with the Saskatoon
Health Region in the area of physical therapy, click
here.
Physical therapy services are available every Tuesday at the
Watrous Hospital. For more information call (306) 946-1200.
For physical therapy services in Rosthern, contact the Rosthern
Hospital at (306) 232-4811.
For physical therapy services in Wakaw, contact the Wakaw Hospital
at (306) 233-4611.
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