If you’ve recently had surgery or a fracture, your surgeon or doctor may have mentioned that Alberta Health Services (AHS) covers some post-operative physiotherapy. This is a helpful option for many, especially those without extended health benefits. Unfortunately, we’ve been hearing from patients lately who are frustrated with long wait times, limited sessions, or difficulty finding an AHS-funded clinic with space.

We aren’t an AHS-funded clinic here at Acceleration Physiotherapy in Sherwood Park. However, many patients still choose to see us for their post-surgical or post-fracture rehab — and here’s why:

1. No Waitlists: Start Treatment When You Need It

With AHS-funded clinics, there may be a wait of several weeks before you can begin physiotherapy, even for post-operative care. In contrast, private clinics like ours often have availability within days, so you can start moving, healing, and recovering sooner.

Early rehab is critical for your strength, range of motion, and scar tissue.

2. 1-on-1 Treatment with a Dedicated Therapist

At Acceleration Physiotherapy, we offer 1-on-1 care in private rooms. You’ll work directly with the same physiotherapist throughout your treatment (not shuffled between staff or left doing your exercises alone).

In some AHS-funded clinics, the model involves shared appointments or group care, which can be less personalized than your unique needs.

3. More Than the Minimum Number of Sessions

AHS typically funds a limited number of physiotherapy visits (e.g., 3 to 6 sessions), which may not be enough depending on the severity of your injury or surgery. Once those sessions run out, you’re on your own or expected to pay privately anyway.

By starting in a private clinic, you get a plan that’s tailored to your full recovery, not just what fits in a limited funding window.

4. Focused on Returning to Your Full Life, Not Just getting you to “Good Enough”

Our clinic specializes in working with active individuals – athletes, workers, busy parents – who want to get back to sport, work, and life without long-term limitations.

We’re not here to just get you walking. We’re here to help you:

• Squat again without pain
• Run, lift, play, and train again
• Prevent future injuries
  
  

5. Continuity, Convenience & Communication

• You can choose your therapist
• Book appointments that fit your schedule
• Get access to hands-on techniques, modern equipment, and more one-on-one time per session

Our team also communicates with your doctor or surgeon if needed, so your care is coordinated, even outside the public system.

Still Have Questions About AHS vs Private Care?

We understand that navigating rehab options after surgery can be confusing. If you’ve got any questions at all, we’re here to help.

Ready to Get Started?

Give us a call or book online to set up an initial assessment. We’re happy to answer your questions and address your concerns.

Acceleration Physiotherapy Sherwood Park -> Your local, caring leaders in post-op rehab, private care, and active recovery.