Mohanad Elmusharaf

Mohanad Elmusharaf provides skilled physiotherapy care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:

Joint Pain

• Osteoarthritis (Knee, Hip, Spine, Hands, Other Joints): A chronic condition causing joint discomfort, stiffness (especially in the morning or after inactivity), and impacting your ability to perform daily activities, walk, or engage in hobbies.
• Tendinopathy/Tendonitis (e.g., Achilles, Patellar, Rotator Cuff, Tennis/Golfer's Elbow): Persistent tendon pain that can interfere with your sports, work, or daily activities, often requiring specific loading programs and advice from a physiotherapist for effective management.

Back Neck Pain

• Whiplash Associated Disorders (WAD): A range of neck and related symptoms including pain, stiffness, headaches, dizziness, and sometimes arm pain or cognitive difficulties, following a rapid acceleration-deceleration injury to the neck, most typically from a motor vehicle accident.
• Spinal Stenosis Symptoms: Often age-related changes leading to pressure on the spinal cord or nerve roots, causing pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness in the legs with walking (neurogenic claudication in lumbar stenosis) or in the arms/hands (cervical stenosis).

Common Msk

• Wrist and Hand Pain (e.g., Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, De Quervain's Tenosynovitis, Strains): Pain, numbness, tingling, weakness, or stiffness in the wrist, hand, or fingers, often resulting from overuse, repetitive tasks, arthritis, or specific conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome or De Quervain's tenosynovitis.
• Hip Pain (e.g., Bursitis, Muscle Strains, Labral Issues - conservative): Discomfort experienced in the hip region, groin, outer hip, or buttock, potentially stemming from joint inflammation (bursitis), muscle strains, tendinopathy, or conservative management of labral tears.

This list offers examples of conditions commonly addressed. If your specific concern isn't listed, please contact the clinic. Mohanad can assess your needs.

• Therapeutic Heat Application: A comforting physiotherapy modality that helps to soothe tight muscles, decrease pain perception, and improve the flexibility of soft tissues.
• Other Electrotherapy Applications (e.g., NMES, FES): Utilizing electrophysical agents as an adjunct to your physiotherapy treatments to aid recovery, improve muscle function, manage pain, or reduce swelling, tailored to your specific condition.
• Therapeutic Ultrasound Application: Ultrasound therapy as part of a comprehensive treatment plan, often used to prepare tissues for manual therapy or exercise, or to manage acute and chronic soft tissue injuries.
• Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) / Photobiomodulation: LLLT or 'cold laser' therapy to stimulate your body's natural healing processes, provide pain relief, and improve function in conditions like tendinopathies, arthritis, or soft tissue injuries.
• Interferential Current (IFC) / TENS Therapy: Utilizing targeted electrical currents to help alleviate pain, manage discomfort, and support healing in conjunction with other physiotherapy interventions.
• Cryotherapy Application (Cold Therapy): Cold therapy techniques applied by your therapist to effectively alleviate acute pain, reduce inflammation, and manage muscle soreness or spasm.

Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Mohanad. For a full list or to discuss your specific needs, please contact the clinic.

All services are provided in accordance with standards set by the College of Physical Therapists of Alberta (CPTA).

At Active Care Chiropractic and Physiotherapy, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Mohanad frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Living with loss of strength in one of my limbs after an injury doesn't have to be your norm. Mohanad applies expert physiotherapy knowledge to work towards getting back to hiking, running, or cycling pain-free and with renewed vigor, so you can get back to the simple pleasure of standing for longer periods, for example, while cooking or at an event.
• Patients struggling with managing stiffness, tremors, and movement challenges with Parkinson's disease can find dedicated and compassionate support from Mohanad. The therapeutic focus is squarely on achieving less reliance on pain medication, trusting more in their body's ability to heal and function, using a range of physiotherapy services to facilitate a return to meaningful daily activities such as actively participating in family outings and vacations without holding others back.
• The journey to improved core stability and control, leading to better posture and reduced strain when faced with persistent wrist pain and tingling, possibly from carpal tunnel syndrome, especially at night is made smoother and more effective with Mohanad's expert physiotherapy care, often leading to a fulfilling and active return to pastimes like managing shopping trips and carrying bags without excessive fatigue or pain.

Your personalized physiotherapy plan, developed with Mohanad, will be designed to help you reach your specific functional and wellness objectives.

Mohanad practices at Active Care Chiropractic and Physiotherapy, situated in the Downtown West, Oliver neighborhood of Edmonton. The clinic is conveniently located near 4th Street Promenade, making it easily accessible for residents and visitors alike. It is well-connected via Edmonton Transit Service (ETS), including the LRT and bus routes, facilitating easy travel for patients from various parts of the city. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Ample parking is generally accessible close to the clinic entrance.

Is physiotherapy treatment supposed to be painful?

While some physiotherapy techniques might feel uncomfortable or cause a temporary increase in soreness (similar to muscle soreness after a new workout), especially when working on stiff joints or tight muscles, it should not be excessively or intolerably painful. Your Physiotherapist will discuss what sensations you might expect with different treatments and will always aim to adjust the intensity and techniques to ensure you are as comfortable as possible while still achieving therapeutic benefits. Constant communication about your comfort level is very important.

Is physiotherapy covered by the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) in AB?

In Alberta, AHCIP provides limited coverage for some physiotherapy services, typically after hospital discharge or for specific low-income individuals and seniors through particular programs. Most outpatient private clinic physiotherapy is not directly covered by AHCIP for the general population. Patients are advised to check current AHCIP details and their private insurance plans for coverage options.

How long do physiotherapy appointments typically last?

Your first physiotherapy appointment, which includes a detailed assessment and the development of your initial treatment plan, usually takes about 60 minutes. Follow-up appointments are typically scheduled for 30 to 45 minutes. The exact duration of each session will depend on the nature of your treatment and what your Physiotherapist has planned for that specific visit to best help you progress.

Do I need a doctor's referral to see a Physiotherapist in AB?

In Alberta, patients can generally access physiotherapy directly without a physician's referral (known as direct access). However, some private or extended health insurance plans may require a referral for reimbursement purposes. It is advisable to check the requirements of your insurance policy before your first appointment.

What are Active Care Chiropractic and Physiotherapy's operating hours?

Active Care Chiropractic and Physiotherapy is typically open Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with some practitioners offering Saturday appointments from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Hours can vary by practitioner and day, so please contact the clinic or visit our website for the most current schedule.

How can I book an appointment at Active Care Chiropractic and Physiotherapy?

You can book an appointment by calling our clinic directly at (780) 482-7617 during business hours. Many practitioners also offer online booking through our website. Our friendly team is happy to assist you in scheduling a convenient time with the appropriate physiotherapist.

What kind of clothing should I wear to my physiotherapy appointment?

It is recommended to wear or bring clothing that allows unrestricted movement and easy access for examination or treatment. For example, shorts for knee issues or sleeveless tops for shoulder concerns. The goal is to facilitate effective assessment and intervention.

Active Care Chiropractic and Physiotherapy
11704 Jasper Ave
Edmonton, AB T5K 0N3

Phone: (780) 482-7617

Mohanad Elmusharaf is regulated by the Health Professions Act in AB and is a member of the College of Physical Therapists of Alberta (CPTA).

License #8404

Registration can be verified with the College of Physical Therapists of Alberta (CPTA).

Always consult with your primary healthcare provider before starting any new treatment program.