Intensive Blocks of Physiotherapy Sessions
North and South Surrey Kids Physio Group clinics are proud to offer intensive blocks of physiotherapy with physiotherapist Nitin Ambardar this fall!
What is an Intensive Block of Physiotherapy?
“Intensive blocks” are a period of high-dose therapy intervention, which can be effective at helping children reach their physical goals. These therapy blocks are usually most appropriate for children with neurological conditions and developmental disabilities.
By accessing intensive treatment and working on exercises repeatedly over a short period of time, children have the opportunity to make important physical gains. An intensive block of physiotherapy will look different for each child, as the program will be tailored to their specific condition and goals. Our experienced physiotherapist, Nitin Ambardar, along with a physiotherapy assistant, may use a variety of clinical techniques. This includes, Cuevas Medek Exercises (CME) and Neurodevelopmental Therapy (NDT). Specialized equipment such as Trexo, Hypervibe, Litegait and more may also be included in your treatment plan (but note that equipment may vary depending on the location of the intensive block). Below, you will find the dates of our intensive blocks of physiotherapy:
North Surrey
Sept 8th – 12th
South Surrey
Sept 15th – 19th
Registration Process
- The first thing to do is to fill out the interest form. You can do this online, or you can call the clinic directly to do it with an administrator.
- We encourage you to be as specific as possible when talking about your child’s diagnosis, contraindications, previous therapy sessions, and physiotherapy goals
- From there, the physiotherapist who runs intensive blocks will proceed to review the answers and determine eligibility.
- When approved, a Jane profile will be created, and admin will get in touch with you to discuss the next steps
- Once the $500 deposit is received, your visit will be booked into Jane, and you will be asked to fill out the Client Intake Form.
If your child is eligible for an intensive block of physiotherapy, you will receive an email, followed by a phone call to confirm attendance. However, due to limited availability, we encourage families to respond promptly, to secure their spot.
Initial Assessment & Treatment Plan
In the initial assessment, your physiotherapist will learn more about your child’s medical history, current complaints, and lifestyle, before moving to a physical examination. This includes looking at their poster, range of motion, muscle strength, a neurological screening, and functional assessment before making realistic short and long-term goals for your child. Then, your physiotherapist will design a tailored intensive block program (e.g, 2hrs/day for 5-10 consecutive days), based on the following techniques:
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Functional training and task-specific exercises
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Neuro-rehabilitation (if applicable)
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Balance and proprioception training
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Strength and conditioning
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Manual therapy
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Cardiopulmonary interventions (if needed)
Pre-Intensive Prep & Block Delivery
Pre-intensive prep consists of patient education surrounding expectations and precaution, as well as recording their outcome measures from their tests, pain scales, and more. We will then brief the family on the program for their consent, before we begin the block therapy. The daily structured sessions include:
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Warm-up and mobility work
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Focused therapeutic exercises/manual therapy i.e. CME, NDT treatment techniques, use of assisted ambulatory devices during treatment sessions etc.
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Task-specific functional training
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Recovery strategies (stretching,soft tissue release)
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Regular monitoring and progression based on response
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Maintain clear documentation after each session
End-of-Block Reassessment & Follow-up
Once the treatments are done, the physiotherapist will evalute patient-reported outcomes, and discuss the progress that has been made, and deliver any applicable feedback to the parents. From there, they will provide a personalized home exercise program so that the child can continue to make progress. The physio will also plan for maintenance or further outpatient sessions, as well as book follow-up appointments to monitor long-term progress.
Our physiotherapists will never recommend more treatment than is absolutely necessary – our goal is to simply ensure that your child reaches their maximum potential while making physio FUN!
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FAQ
Find out the answers to some of the questions you may have before booking with our team.
Which clinics currently offer intensive blocks of physiotherapy?
We currently have intensive blocks of physiotherapy scheduled at our North Surrey and South Surrey clinics.
Will other services (OT, SLP, etc) be available during the intensive?
No, we are offering physiotherapy only intensive blocks to focus on physical goals. A physiotherapist will lead every session, with support from a physiotherapy support worker.
What is the cost of an intensive block of physiotherapy?
The cost of a full intensive (2 visits / day for 5 days) is $2,000.00. We are also offering the option of a half intensive (1 visit / day for 5 days) at $1,000.00.
Do I need a doctor's refferal?
No, a doctor’s referral is not needed for physiotherapy.
Is this covered by insurance or other funding?
Yes! Kids Physio will do their best to accommodate direct billing to insurance providers and other funding sources. Please note though, that these sources may have daily or weekly maximums and not cover the entirety of the intensive.
Is the deposit refundable?
No, the $500.00 deposit is non-refundable deposit. This deposit will then be applied to your child’s physiotherapy appointments or late cancellation fees. In the case that you are no longer able to attend the intensive, the deposit will be deemed an administrative fee.
What is a PTSW/PTA?
A physiotherapy support worker (sometimes also called a physiotherapy assistant) is a trained professional who supports the physiotherapist in carrying out a treatment plan. In the case of these intensive blocks of physiotherapy, the PTSW will provide a second set of hands within the session.
What is your cancellation policy?
Cancellations made with less than 48 hours notice will be billed a standard fee of $50.00, while missed appointments with less than 2 hours of notice will be billed a fee equal to 75% of the cost of the missed appointment. These amounts cannot be billed to funding or insurance.
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