PROFESSIONAL EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY
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Kinesiology
Kinesiology is the study of movement of the human body. In Canada, kinesiologists are educated at post-secondary levels for a minimum of 4 years, and then are registered through provincial regulatory bodies - such as the British Columbia Kinesiology Association.
Kinesiologists have the scope of practice to take health histories, assess injuries or other conditions, and advise on exercise prescription. This field of exercise is similar to physiotherapy, but with more of a focus on exercise as the main modality for treatment. Kinesiologists are trained to do similar assessments of injuries or movements to physiotherapists, but are not able to full diagnose injuries or conditions.
Working with a kinesiologist can help you rehabilitate injuries, improve your exercise routines, enhance athletic performance, manage chronic conditions, and improve overall function and quality of life!
Some kinesiology services are funded by extended health benefits, or through government funded organizations such as ICBC. It is recommended to check with your insurance company to see if kinesiology is funded, and if not, then request that is it so we can improve access to this great form of health care!
British Columbia Kinesiology Association - bcak.bc.ca
Canadian Kinesiology Alliance - cka.ca/en/welcome
Kinesiology Organizations in Canada
Insurance coverage and direct billing for kinesiology
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Some insurance companies cover kinesiology services, some do not. It is best to check with your extended health plans to see if you are!
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It is also recommended to check if your insurance covers kinesiologist that reside outside of your province (if you are located outside of BC). Some insurers request kinesiologists that reside within your own province to have sessions funded.
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If your insurer does not cover kinesiology, please see the attached links below for forms that can be helpful to request coverage!
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Please note, kinesiology services are not direct billed through Professional Exercise Physiology - you will need to pay first and then submit to your insurer for reimbursement.