Jessica talks to long time friend and physiotherapist, Connor. 

Connor has been a physiotherapist since 2011 and is the proud cofounder of Pulse Physio and Performance in Peterborough Ontario. Connor talks the path to becoming a physiotherapist, what physios do and where you can find them in the health care system. 

Here are some bullet points to catch while listening:

-Physios are primary health providers. You don’t need a referral.

-There is some criteria based, OHIP coverage for patients. 

-Family physicians are generally trained in everything, physios are specifically trained in MSK system.

-Physios work in a variety of settings, not just private clinics.

-You don’t need imaging to see physio.

-Imaging is important when it might change the course of care. Not always necessary simply for diagnosis.

-Giving people the knowledge and tools to manage on their own is important.

-Gauging expectations is important to build a therapeutic alliance.

 

And, the insta account Connor mentioned in the beginning of the episode, support for new or future physiotherapists is cdnphysiostudent.