Hamilton physiotherapy & Speech therapy Care
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WHY KORE PMT?
We are dedicated to providing an environment that exudes trust, safety and the promotion of health through skilled manual therapy. Our focus is to educate our patrons, and advocate for our profession.
Kore PMT is here to support your health and work alongside allied health specialists in our community to ensure a continued circle of care.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Acupuncture, physiotherapy & speech THERAPY Questions
Acupuncture is safe and effective. Your doctor or physiotherapist will discuss potential risks with certain conditions where needle insertion may by modified to prevent discomfort.
Acupuncture needles gently permeate your skin to the sub-dermis. Needles are tiny, the size of a hair strand and are rarely felt as they are “tapped” in.
When you arrive, you will be asked if you have any cold or flu symptoms to discern if you can safely enter our facility. If you are experiencing any symptoms, your provider may ask you to mask or reschedule your appointment.
You will have been asked to complete a digital or paper health history intake form when booking online or you may be asked to arrive a few minutes early to complete forms.
Your health provider will conduct an assessment that will include some physical testing. Dress in comfortable clothing for your appointment. Your provider may treat you during the initial visit. You have the right to consent and remove consent during treatment at ANY time. You always remain in control of your care! Following your service, remedial exercise, self-care and treatment plan frequency recommendations will be made to you. Your provider may also request the completion of blood work, diagnostic imaging or reports for future sessions.
We encourage you to ask questions during your visit, but don’t worry, if you forget, you can call or email us at anytime to ask! We are here to help you feel better!
Acupuncture may provide relief from acute, sub-acute or chronic pain and inflammation in muscles, nerves, joints and organs.
Yes we do! Kore PMT works with several insurers including Canada Life, Manulife, Blue Cross, and Green Shield to name a few. We also work with auto insurers for Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) claims.
Please have your benefit card, your spouse information (if applicable) and ID ready.
Acupuncture is billed under each provider’s scope of practice. This means your receipt must reflect either a Chiropractice, Naturopathic or Physiotherapy service. To utilize acupuncture from your benefits you must see a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Registered Acupuncturist. Kore staff can refer you to a local therapist outside of our facility.
Payment is required for your first visit and any partial insurer payments. We cannot guarantee your first claim will be adjudicated on your first visit.
YOU are responsible to check with your insurer to see what services you are covered for and what maximums you are entitled to. These differ for many employers and employee positions. Insurers do not provide this information to Kore PMT for claims.
You may also be required submit a doctor’s note or paper statement to your insurer for your first claim. Please find out before you attend your first appointment!
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Towards better health from the inside out
Hamilton chiropractors, Dr. Jenna and Dr. Dave work to relieve and correct spinal vertebral interference utilizing Sigma Instrument technology. After performing a detailed orthopaedic examination, your chiropractor carries out a custom and comprehensive treatment plan that improves and maintains your health. Dr. Jenna may incorporate acupuncture, cupping or Webster (pelvic) Technique and Dr. Dave may incorporate athletic taping, or interferential current (IFC) in their care.
HOW IT WORK
The Kore PMT Acupuncture Process
Assessment
This powerful treatment is performed by Dr. Jenna, DC, Dr. Truscott-Brock, ND and Kelly Hopcraft, PT within their Scope of Practice. Receipts for these services are issued under “Chiropractic, Naturopathic or Physiotherapy” care for insurance purposes. Acupuncture requires the completion of a 60 minute assessment prior to performing any treatment.
Application
Tiny needles, no bigger than a hair strand are “tapped” into strategic regions of your body and work on the same principle as a lightening rod conducting electricity. Electrical currents in your body are drawn to the needle, promoting healing and pain relief.
Progression
Acupuncture sessions may consist of 15-45min appointments depending on the multiple areas treated and may occur weekly, bi-weekly or monthly depending on your doctor’s recommendations, and your response.
HOW IT WORK
Physiotherapy
Hamilton physiotherapists, Kelly Hopcraft, PT and Eric ljubojevich, PT Resident offer a range of care that include soft-tissue injuries, acute/chronic injuries, arthritis disease, concussion/balance, general strength training and care for all age ranges including children, pregnancy, and seniors.
Assessment
Your physiotherapist will spend 60 minutes discussing your health history and have you perform a range of movements to observe any limitations. Your assessment will include passive and active movement and you will need to come ready to move in comfortable clothing.
Treatment
Your plan will include various aspects of stretching, strengthening and manual care to improve your movement and reduce any discomfort. You are always in control of this process. Your physio may offer manual and/or acupuncture techniques to help facilitate your healing.
Progression
Your improvement will depend on YOU! Are you attending your appointments regularly and/or completing your recommended exercises outside of care? Your physio will check in on your techniques and hold you accountable! Staying your strongest is our goal!
HOW IT WORK
Speech therapy
Our Speech-Language Pathologist, Lucia Crespo, provides assessment and treatment for a variety of Speech, Language, and Cognitive Communication Disorders. Each client’s treatment is tailored to their specific needs and personal priorities. Lucia works alongside Katrina Pabrucki, Communicative Disorders Assistant to provide additional availability for all speech services, offering more than 15 years of experience!
Assessment
Lucia completes an initial assessment by collecting a thorough medical history and based on concerns, a battery of tests will be administered. These may include activities such as looking at pictures and talking about them. The initial assessment is 60mins in length.
Treatment
Treatment will address areas of concern from the assessment that are not typical for someone’s age or sex. Goals will be discussed together, and priority may be placed on those most important to the client. Session length and frequency will be determined upon initial assessment.
Generalization
Strategies and materials may be provided so families can work on speech goals at home, in order to build on the skills learned in therapy. Afterall, practice makes progress!