Certified Athletic Therapists are healthcare professionals specializing in the prevention, assessment, and treatment of musculoskeletal injuries. They provide complete care—from on-field emergency response to rehabilitation and safe return to work, play, or daily activities.

Athletic Therapists treat a wide range of patients, from children with concussions to seniors recovering from joint surgery. Treatment methods may include manual therapy, exercise prescription, bracing, and taping. The goal is always the same: to help clients return to their everyday activities, whether that’s competing in sport or simply moving without pain.

All Athletic Therapists in our clinic are nationally certified through the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association (CATA) and provincially registered with the Alberta Athletic Therapists Association (AATA).

Many insurance providers in Alberta cover Athletic Therapy services. Coverage often depends on your individual plan. A full and current list of insurers can be found on the Alberta Athletic Therapists Association website. In addition, some sport organizations include Athletic Therapy coverage as part of their athlete insurance programs. We recommend checking directly with your provider or contacting us for assistance.

Not at all. Despite the name, Athletic Therapy is for anyone dealing with pain, injury, or movement limitations. Whether you’re a competitive athlete, recovering from surgery, managing a workplace injury, or simply want to move more comfortably with your kids or grandkids, Athletic Therapy can help.

No referral is required to book an appointment with an Athletic Therapist. However, some insurance plans may request one for reimbursement purposes, so it’s best to confirm with your provider.

Your first session will include a detailed injury history, physical assessment, and discussion of your goals. From there, your therapist will create a personalized treatment plan that may involve manual therapy, exercise, and home-care strategies. You’ll also receive education about your injury and recovery timeline.

Initial assessments typically last 45–60 minutes, while follow-up treatments are usually 30–45 minutes, depending on the nature of your injury and treatment needs.

Please wear or bring athletic clothing that allows for comfortable movement and access to the injured area. If you have any relevant medical imaging (X-ray, MRI, etc.) or documentation, please bring that along as well.