Physiotherapy in Richmond

Dilek Kacar completed her Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation at the University of Marmara in 2017, with high honor. She works with patients with neurological, orthopedic and pelvic floor conditions. She is certified in Soft Tissue Release and K-Taping. Her approach is to understand the patient’s conditions and help them to achieve their goals through exercise, manual therapy, education and modalities. She strongly believes patients should take an active role in the treatment. 

She thinks that helping other people and improving their quality of life is the best part of being a physical therapist. In her spare time, Dilek plays volleyball, tennis and she loves biking during the summer time. She also loves cooking and trying different foods.

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Alex holds a Master’s in Physiotherapy from the University of East Anglia (UK) and a Bachelor’s in Kinesiology from UBC. With experience as both a Physiotherapist and a Kinesiologist, he has treated a wide range of upper and lower extremity injuries stemming from workplace incidents, motor vehicle accidents, and sports injuries.

“Alex enjoys working closely with his clients to empower them to take an active role in their recovery. He strives to make treatment sessions both fun and educational, using a simplified approach that combines active rehabilitation with manual therapy. This method helps clients better understand, manage, and prevent their injuries.

A passionate basketball fan, Alex also enjoys other sports like hockey, soccer, and ultimate. He speaks limited Cantonese as well.

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In most cases, if the car accident was less than 3 months ago, patients with an ICBC claim are pre-approved for 25 Physiotherapy sessions. If funding is approved, Back in Motion Health will directly bill your pre-approved costs to ICBC. If it has been longer than 3 months since your accident, Back in Motion can contact your ICBC adjuster on your behalf to request funding for Physiotherapy, and a doctor’s referral may be required.

Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy is the application of physiotherapy treatments to address pelvic floor injuries and/or conditions. Pelvic floor physiotherapy consists of the assessment and treatment of a variety of conditions involving pain or dysfunction of the pelvic floor muscles, ligaments, nerves and connective tissues.

Physiotherapy (also known as physical therapy) is a healthcare profession that helps individuals to restore, maintain, and improve their physical health, physical function and overall wellbeing. Physiotherapists (or Physical Therapists) utilize modalities, education, exercises and a variety of manual techniques to assist patients with their injury and/or condition.

Physiotherapy rates vary according to session type (assessment, subsequent), session length, experience and expertise of the clinician, as well as if you have an active claim associated to your booking. The best way to find out the cost is to call and speak with one of our staff, who will be able to provide you with a session rate, and any coverage you may have available to offset the out-of-pocket costs. 

Patients eligible for MSP have 10 visits annually to be shared between physiotherapy, massage, and chiropractic treatment. A $25 user fee will still apply to visits. 

Patients with Extended Health Coverage: Physiotherapy services are covered in part by most insurance providers. Back in Motion Health directly bill most insurance providers or provides you with a receipt to request reimbursement. Portions of the visit not covered by Extended Health insurance providers will be billed to you at the time of your visit.

Patients with ICBC Claim: most recent claims (within 3 months) have 25 physiotherapy sessions pre-approved. 

Patients with an approved WorkSafeBC claim have 60 days from the date of injury to come in for an assessment/treatment, and treatments will be billed directly to WSBC.

Physiotherapy is an eligible medical expense on your income tax return. If you have paid any expenses for yourself or dependents, they can be added to your tax return.

If you are attending a physiotherapy appointment, wear comfortable and loose clothes that allows movement without restriction and that exposes the area of injury or area for treatment.

If you are attending an initial physiotherapy appointment (assessment), bring any information related to the reason of your visit, for example referral information, family Physician name, medical imaging reports, etc. Your physiotherapist will also ask questions about your overall health condition (illness, health conditions, medications, allergies), past injuries or surgeries, and any details on past treatments. 

On your appointment day, wear comfortable and loose clothes to your appointment. If there are any other specific preparation for your appointment, your clinician will communicate with you prior to your appointment date.

Doctor referrals are not required to see a physiotherapist. You may book an appointment directly with a physiotherapist. If your visit is associated to car accident (ICBC claim), or work injury (WorkSafeBC claim), you will need to provide an active claim number when booking your appointment. 

Physiotherapy supports patients to restore, maintain and improve range of motion, function, and mobility. Depending on your injury and/or condition, you may feel discomfort during treatment, which should decrease as healing occurs. Your Physiotherapist will discuss with you any potential pain side effects of treatment before you proceed. You may also feel some soreness or increased discomfort after first treatment and assessment, which should subside in 1-2 days. Most post-treatment pains can be reduced by applying some heat or ice or with gentle stretching. Speak with your physiotherapist if pain is preventing you from doing the exercises, and your treatment plan may be adjusted to support your healing process. 

Yes, physiotherapy is a recommended to treat scoliosis as it addresses many aspects of the condition: managing pain, improving posture, improving and /or restoring muscle symmetry, strengthening muscles, and improving function. 

Both physiotherapy and osteopathy are registered professionals who support patients through assessment, diagnose and treatment plans to address musculoskeletal injuries and/or conditions. Both physiotherapists and osteopaths have extensive knowledge in anatomy, physiology, pathology and are trained for a variety of techniques. Physiotherapists are trained in, and can treat, musculoskeletal, neurological and respiratory conditions; osteopaths are specialized in musculoskeletal conditions and the utilization of spinal and joint manipulation.

Physiotherapy treatment is safe during pregnancy and can be effective to address pregnancy-related aches and conditions, as well prepare women for labour. Although treatment is safe, patients must disclose their pregnancy to their physiotherapist, so the treatment plan will include safe therapies, appropriate positions, and exercises for each stage of the pregnancy. 

The frequency of your physiotherapy visits may vary depending on your injury, condition and treatment plan. Your Physiotherapist will recommend how often you should attend your appointments, as well as what type of exercise routine you should perform in-between appointments. 

Physiotherapy treatment may be recommended to treat back pain. A registered physiotherapist will assess your injury and medical history to determine the type of therapies that are appropriate for your own individual circumstance. When recommended, Physiotherapy (active and passive treatments), can support patients to manage pain, retrain posture, strengthen muscles, gain flexibility, restore mobility and function. 

Yes, both physiotherapy and physical therapists mean the same thing and can be used interchangeably. 

Yes, physiotherapy is often recommended for individuals with osteoarthritis. Treatment includes guided exercise routine to strengthen muscles around joints, increase flexibility and function, reducing pain, and assisting patients to return to their daily life activities and hobbies. 

Shockwave Therapy or Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) is a non-invasive procedure administered by Physiotherapists, where a series of pressurized air wave pulsations are applied to the skin in the area where the injury is located. This therapy stimulates the body’s soft tissues (muscles, tendons, and connective tissue) natural self-healing process and can be very effective in treating subacute, sub chronic, chronic conditions as well as recurrent or unresolved conditions. As Shockwave therapy may not be appropriate for certain health conditions, your Physiotherapist will be able to confirm is Shockwave Therapy is recommended for you.

Physiotherapy treatment is recommended for anyone with acute or chronic musculoskeletal pain, difficulties with physical function, and/or chronic health conditions where exercise or activity modifications are recommended. 

Physiotherapy sessions vary in time. Assessments or initial sessions are often longer, ranging from 40-60 minutes. Subsequent sessions may vary depending of the type of therapy that is recommended for your injury and/or condition. The subsequent/ follow-up sessions usually range from 20-40 minutes

Pediatric physiotherapy is physiotherapy treatment intended for patients up to 17 years old. A pediatric physiotherapist is expert in treating children’s motor development and physical conditions. 

Physiotherapy is a regulated health profession, where physiotherapists are trained to support individuals to restore, maintain and improve their physical health. Physiotherapists may use complementary or alternative treatment techniques in conjunction with their conventional treatment plan. 

Physiotherapy treatment is offered in person and through telehealth. Most injuries and conditions respond well to treatment interventions delivered through telehealth. However, some physiotherapy treatments are only available with in-person appointments.

Call us! We are here to help, and we will answer any questions you have about your unique injury, physiotherapy or our services. When calling, choose your preferred location so we can better assist you.

In most cases, yes. Look at our list of direct-bill insurers to see if we bill directly to yours, or call us at 1-866-205-9000 to confirm. 

You can book an appointment by phone or online. You can also book in person at any of our clinics across the Lower Mainland. Visit backinmotionhealth.com to obtain each clinic information. 

This depends on your specific extended medical coverage. Most medical plans cover physiotherapy, but not all. Refer to your plan coverage for details. 

In your first appointment, your physiotherapist will complete a comprehensive assessment and provide a diagnosis and treatment plan. It will include pain-management techniques, education, guidance and prevention. Your treatment plan will see you return to hobbies and physical activities gradually. Your assessment session may range from 40 to 60 minutes. 

After your first treatment and assessment, expect some soreness or increased discomfort, which should subside in one or two days. Most post-treatment pains can be reduced by applying heat or ice and gentle stretching. You may contact your physiotherapist to confirm the best approach for your case. You will receive subsequent exercises and educational materials, if applicable. 

You will also receive an email to complete a client satisfaction form to provide feedback and suggestions.  

For subsequent appointments, your physiotherapist will assess you to verify your progress and gauge how your exercise plan works for you. Your appointment may range from 20 to 40 minutes. Your physiotherapist works closely with your team of adjustors, physicians and practitioners to ensure you are getting better as quickly as possible. 

You will be asked to book a follow-up appointment at the end of the session. You can also book a follow-up appointment by contacting any of our clinics.