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Complete your wellness team with the right physiotherapist.
About Physiotherapy
Definitely! Physiotherapy can help prevent injuries, enhance physical fitness, and maximize athletic performance. It’s a tool for your overall wellness journey, not just a solution for injuries.
Alberta’s physiotherapists are primary care providers, so you can see a private physiotherapist without a referral. While some insurance providers may require a referral, most don’t. Physiotherapists are skilled health professionals who can assess your condition independently. However, checking your specific insurance plan is always a good idea.
Physiotherapy is a health profession that helps people recover from injury, reduce pain and stiffness, increase mobility, and improve overall well-being. Physiotherapists use a holistic approach to treatment, consider the lifestyle of a client, their unique challenges and goals.
The cost of physiotherapy can depend on various things, like how severe your condition is and how long your treatment needs to be. Many insurance plans cover physiotherapy. It’s also worth considering the long-term benefits to your health and mobility.
Physiotherapy is incredibly versatile and can help manage and improve various conditions – from chronic diseases, post-surgery recovery, and injuries to general physical wellness. However, the effectiveness can vary depending on your situation and health history. A consultation with a physiotherapist will provide you with a personalized treatment plan tailored to your particular needs.
Many insurance plans include physiotherapy coverage, but you should verify this with your provider. Even if it’s not covered, remember that physiotherapy is an investment in preventing bigger health issues in the future.
On your first visit, you will undergo a thorough assessment of your condition and a personalized treatment plan will be developed for you. Your physiotherapist will also answer any questions and address any concerns you might have. It’s a collaborative process.
There may be some discomfort if you’re recovering from surgery or an injury, but physiotherapy should not cause severe pain. Your physiotherapist will always work within your comfort levels and can adjust your treatment plan as needed.
When you choose a physiotherapist, you’re choosing a highly trained professional, committed to their field, regulated by a rigorous professional body, and constantly striving to provide the best possible care for their patients
To practice as a physiotherapist in Alberta, individuals must complete a rigorous professional education and certification journey. For more info on physiotherapist qualifications, please visit About Physiotherapy.
Physiotherapy is a safe treatment modality overseen by regulatory bodies. Physiotherapists use evidence-based techniques and adjust treatment plans to suit individual patient needs and conditions.
The timeline for improvement can vary widely, depending on the specific condition, severity, and individual factors. Your physiotherapist can give you an idea of the expected timeline based on your initial assessment and ongoing progress.
Physiotherapy can have mental health benefits, particularly when it comes to managing stress and anxiety. Techniques like mindfulness, deep breathing, and yoga, which many physiotherapists incorporate into their treatment plans, can help manage mental health.
Check back soon for the AAP ‘Find a Physio’ tool to locate licensed professionals in your area.
If you have a concern about a physiotherapist and have yet to resolve the issue by speaking with them or their supervisor, you can submit a complaint through the College of Physiotherapists of Alberta. All complaints are reviewed and investigated per the college’s professional conduct process.
About Alberta Association of Physiotherapy (AAP) and the College of Physiotherapists of Alberta (CPTA)
The Government of Alberta’s Health Provisions Act, Bill 46, mandated the AAP’s separation from the CPTA. This legislation required regulatory colleges to separate from associations and unions to ensure they prioritize patients and the public interest. The AAP was formed as a result, allowing it to focus on supporting and advocating for its members.
The separation allows the AAP to work solely in the best interest of its members, providing advocacy, professional development opportunities, and resources such as a job board, marketplace and the ‘Find a Physio’ directory (launching soon!). This eliminates potential conflicts of interest and allows the AAP to focus entirely on supporting its members.
The CPTA is the governing body for physiotherapists in Alberta. Their mission is to safeguard and serve the public interest through effective regulation of the practice of physiotherapists in Alberta.
The AAP focuses on the needs of physiotherapists in Alberta. We are committed to offering professional development opportunities and supporting our members throughout their careers, in addition to advocating for the profession on a provincial level, and providing resources tailored to our members.
Moving forward, the AAP will continue working closely with the CPTA to support the physiotherapy profession in Alberta and across Canada. As a member, you can look forward to more exciting developments, greater support, and an even stronger physiotherapy community.
General Membership Inquiries
As a member, you’ll receive many benefits, including advocacy for the profession, access to professional development resources, networking opportunities, and the chance to be a part of a vibrant community of physiotherapists in Alberta.
You’ll also be listed in our ‘Find a Physio’ tool (coming soon!), helping potential patients connect with you.
To see the full list of exclusive AAP benefits, visit Member Benefits.
The membership cost varies depending on your employment status and other factors. The fee is an annual fee effective from October 1 to September 30. If you join outside of that window, your fee payment will be automatically pro-rated.
We provide various educational opportunities, from workshops and seminars to online courses and resources. These are designed to help our members continue their professional development and stay current in physiotherapy.
There are many ways to get involved! You can join our committees, participate in events, contribute to our professional development resources, or even run for a position on our board. Contact us today for more information.
The ‘Find a Physio’ tool (launching soon!) allows potential patients to find physiotherapists based on location, specialty, and other factors. As a member, your practice will be listed in this tool, increasing your visibility to potential patients.
We raise physiotherapy’s profile in Alberta through public awareness campaigns, government lobbying, and collaborations with other healthcare organizations. We aim to highlight the value of physiotherapy to overall wellness and health care.
While full membership is limited to licensed physiotherapists, we do offer associate membership for students, retired physiotherapists, and others associated with the profession. Please Contact Us for more details.
We understand that your time is precious. The AAP is designed to integrate into your schedule seamlessly. You can decide how much you want to engage – accessing resources at your own pace, attending virtual events that fit your timing, or joining our conversations when you have a few spare moments. Being part of the AAP isn’t about adding responsibilities but about providing support and resources to help you thrive in your career.
Whether you’re in a bustling city or rural setting, public or private practice, our resources and community are tailored to meet your needs. We advocate for improvements impacting all physiotherapists across Alberta and aim to elevate the profession. Plus, our platform offers invaluable opportunities for networking, learning, and sharing best practices that can contribute to your professional growth, regardless of where you practice.
The Alberta Association of Physiotherapy (AAP) and the Canadian Physiotherapy Association (CPA) are separate entities, each with distinct mandates and membership fees.
The AAP operates at a provincial level, focusing specifically on the needs and advocacy of Alberta’s physiotherapists, while the CPA represents the profession across Canada. Our collaboration is strong, but our memberships are distinct.
The AAP’s role is to support Alberta’s physiotherapists through professional development, community connections, and dedicated advocacy. Meanwhile, the CPA works to enhance the profession nationally, offering resources and representation for over 16,000 members including physiotherapists, assistants, and students across Canada.
This separation means that membership fees for AAP and CPA are independent of each other. However, this also allows each organization to concentrate on its specific scope and provide targeted benefits. For AAP members, this includes access to specialized local resources and opportunities to shape the profession in Alberta.
Joining AAP is an investment in your professional growth, akin to educational fees, but on a much smaller scale with potentially significant benefits for your career. It’s an opportunity to be part of a provincial community that’s closely connected to national developments, ensuring comprehensive support for your practice.
For any questions or further information about this partnership, please contact info@albertaphysio.com or information@physiotherapy.ca. We’re excited to work together for the betterment of physiotherapy in Alberta and across Canada, as we are indeed stronger together.
To join the Alberta Association of Physiotherapy, you must already have an account with the Canadian Physiotherapy Association. To join, visit the CPA website and log in to your account. Follow the prompts to complete your AAP membership. If you need any assistance, feel free to contact us.
The Alberta Association of Physiotherapy specifically focuses on the needs and challenges of physiotherapists in Alberta. Our advocacy, community building, and education work is tailored to our province’s unique physiotherapy practice landscape.
You can renew your membership online through your member account with the Canadian Physiotherapy Association. If you are having trouble or need assistance, please get in touch with us directly.
Your login is the email address you used to register your account with the Canadian Physiotherapy Association (CPA). You can reset your CPA password here.
Log in to your member account and navigate to ‘My Account’ from the member dashboard.
Membership Benefits:
AAP offers a variety of professional development and continuing education opportunities, from workshops and webinars to comprehensive courses, in various areas of physiotherapy practice. Visit our website’s Professional Development Opportunities and Events page for more information. If you’re a member of AAP, log in to your account to see all available resources (we’re always adding more).
As an AAP member, you can post job openings on our job board for free. Log in to your member account and navigate to Create a Listing to start.
If you are not a member but want to advertise a position on the AAP website, you can add new postings for a fee. Visit Advertise with AAP to get started.
Buy, sell, or find physiotherapy-related equipment and services with the AAP. Marketplace listings are free for AAP members; log in to your member account to create a new Marketplace listing.
You can still advertise your listing for a fee if you’re not a member. Visit Advertise with AAP to get started.
AAP members receive preferred home and car insurance rates. We also offer extended health benefits as well including life insurance. For more information, please see Member Benefits.
Partnerships and Advertising:
To explore partnership opportunities, please get in touch with us directly via the Contact Us page on our website. We’re always open to new ways to collaborate and support the physiotherapy community.
AAP offers a variety of advertising opportunities, including event sponsorship, website banner ads, and newsletter features. For more information, visit Advertise with AAP or Contact Us.
Give to AAP with GiveWise
Support the Future of Physiotherapy – Donate to the AAP GiveWise Generosity Fund
The Alberta Association of Physiotherapy (AAP) is excited to announce the GiveWise Generosity Fund, dedicated to supporting our Student Engagement Initiative. This initiative plays a pivotal role in nurturing the next generation of physiotherapy professionals, ensuring continued excellence and innovation in patient care.
Why Donate?
- Invest in the Future: Your contribution directly supports students entering the physiotherapy profession.
- Tax Benefits: All donors will receive a tax receipt for the full amount of their contribution, making your generosity beneficial for both you and the students.
- Versatility in Giving: Did you know? The GiveWise Fund can accept not just monetary donations, but also securities and complex assets. Your options to contribute are diverse and flexible.
Your donation can make a significant difference in the lives of aspiring physiotherapists and, by extension, the countless individuals they will go on to help. Join us in this endeavor to foster education and professional growth.
