After a motor vehicle accident in Alberta, you can begin physiotherapy treatment directly — no doctor's referral required — under the province's Diagnostic and Treatment Protocols (DTPR). The earlier you start, the better the recovery trajectory.
The first assessment classifies your injury (WAD I, II, or III for whiplash-associated disorders) and establishes a documented treatment plan. This documentation is what insurers rely on, and gaps in it can cause problems later.
Early active care — gentle movement, postural retraining, and graded exercise — is strongly favored over rest and soft collars. Patients who stay active within tolerance recover faster than those who wait.
At Omega, we handle all the paperwork with your auto insurer directly. You focus on recovery; we handle forms, reports, and adjuster communication.