When I had to find a physiotherapy clinic for my broken arm, this one was on the list given to me by the Orthopedic Surgeon and it was convenient so I booked my first appointment.
Having never experienced physio (or a broken arm) I didn't know what to expect or have anything to compare this clinic to.
My physiotherapist (Jasmine) was very helpful in teaching me the exercises I had to do to help with my healing. She would spend some time stretching out my arm and massaging the muscle around my arm but most of my time was spent with heat (10 minutes) on the IFC machine (15 minutes) and doing exercises that I could do at home.
I didn't know any better so I went along with it for a few months. The staff were all very friendly & helpful, including my personal physiotherapist. However, once I had reached a plateau of healing, I asked for more exercises and if my arm should be being stretched more but it was obvious that my physiotherapist was too busy and over-booked to spend a lot of time with each of her clients. She did the best she could within the time alotted to me, is how it seemed.
So, after 3 months, I switched to Summit Physiotherapy. The difference in care that I have received and the progress I have made even after reaching a plateau of healing, has been wonderful. My whole appointment is spent with the physiotherapist working on my arm, teaching me new ways to do my stretching & exercises. Lots of questions and genuine concern. Plus, it is a more private & quiet atmosphere, which I prefer.
I feel that St. Albert Physical Therapy is adequate & functional. Some people may prefer a more open and busy clinic but I do not. My personal physiotherapist was very good & quite knowledgable but within the confines of a "sports injury" clinic, not enough personal attention for my own journey of healing from this horrific fracture.
Summit offers a much more hands-on, personal care environment. I'm glad I switched my care to a more personal physiotherapy clinic and I am confident that my healing will be best served there.
This review is written from my own personal experience so that others like me (who prefer more private & individual care) can make their choice according to their own preferences. Not everyone will feel the same way I do and I totally get that. read more