Vi Tuong Ngo

Vi Tuong Ngo provides skilled physiotherapy care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:

Common Msk

• Hip Pain (e.g., Bursitis, Muscle Strains, Labral Issues - conservative): Pain affecting the hip joint and surrounding musculature, which can limit activities like walking, standing for long periods, rising from a chair, or lying on the affected side.
• Shoulder Pain (e.g., Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy, Impingement, Frozen Shoulder/Adhesive Capsulitis): Pain, weakness, or restricted movement in the shoulder joint, often experienced with overhead activities, lifting, reaching behind your back, or sleeping on the affected side.
• Low Back Pain (Acute or Chronic): Pain, discomfort, or stiffness in the lumbar spine region, whether it's a sudden onset or a long-lasting issue affecting your daily life.

Sports Injury

• Ligament Sprains (e.g., ACL, MCL, PCL, Ankle Ligaments): Damage to ligaments that can range from mild (Grade 1 - overstretched) to moderate (Grade 2 - partial tear) to severe (Grade 3 - complete tear), impacting joint integrity and function.
• IT Band Syndrome (Iliotibial Band Friction Syndrome): A common cause of lateral knee pain in athletes, often linked to training errors, muscle imbalances (e.g., weak hip abductors), or poor biomechanics, which physiotherapy aims to address.

Joint Pain

• 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.
• 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.

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

• Therapeutic Heat Application: Application of therapeutic heat to prepare tissues for exercise, manual therapy, or stretching, or to manage chronic muscle soreness and joint stiffness.
• 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.
• Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) / Photobiomodulation: The application of specific wavelengths of light energy (cold laser) by your Physiotherapist to targeted tissues to reduce pain, decrease inflammation, and accelerate tissue repair and regeneration at a cellular level.
• Cryotherapy Application (Cold Therapy): A common physiotherapy treatment for acute injuries, designed to help numb pain, decrease bleeding into the tissues, and minimize secondary hypoxic injury.
• Interferential Current (IFC) / TENS Therapy: The use of specific electrical stimulation devices (IFC or TENS) by your Physiotherapist to provide pain relief, reduce muscle spasm, decrease swelling, or promote muscle activation and re-education.
• Therapeutic Ultrasound Application: The application of high-frequency sound waves by your Physiotherapist to targeted tissues to promote deep tissue heating, increase local blood flow, reduce pain, and facilitate the healing process in soft tissues like muscles, tendons, or ligaments.

Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Vi. 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 Coeur Physiotherapy, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Vi frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Patients struggling with breathing difficulties and shortness of breath with COPD or asthma, especially during activity can find dedicated and compassionate support from Vi. The therapeutic focus is squarely on achieving more comfortable and efficient movement when transitioning between positions (e.g., sit to stand), using a range of physiotherapy services to facilitate a return to meaningful daily activities such as carrying a backpack or shoulder bag comfortably.
• It's truly rewarding for Vi to witness patients conquer recovering my strength and energy after being very sick (like with pneumonia or Long COVID) and experience improved coordination for complex movements and fine motor tasks. A tailored approach to physiotherapy, focusing on your specific needs, can make a significant difference in your ability to participate in playing a few sets of tennis without shoulder pain again.
• For those whose that persistent ache in my lower back that just won't quit has made joining in on pickup basketball games at the local court seem like a distant memory, Vi's physiotherapy care offers a clear path toward improved hand and wrist function for tasks requiring dexterity. Effective, evidence-based treatments can be instrumental in helping you get back to joining in on pickup basketball games at the local court with greater comfort and renewed confidence.

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

Vi practices at Coeur Physiotherapy, situated in the NE: Highlands, Montrose, Newton neighborhood of Edmonton. The clinic is conveniently located near the Neon Sign Museum and is easily accessible via Edmonton Transit Service (ETS), including LRT and bus routes. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Street parking and nearby paid lots offer convenient options for visitors.

Does Coeur Physiotherapy offer direct billing to private insurance companies?

Yes, Coeur Physiotherapy offers direct billing for most major private insurance companies such as Sun Life, Manulife, Canada Life, Green Shield, Blue Cross, and others. Patients are advised to bring their insurance card and policy details to their appointments. While direct billing is available, patients should confirm their specific coverage and any limitations directly with their insurance provider, including annual maximums, per-visit limits, or deductibles. Patients are responsible for any portion not covered by their insurance.

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

In Alberta, the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) provides limited coverage for certain physiotherapy services, typically after hospital discharge or for specific low-income individuals and seniors through designated programs. Most outpatient private clinic physiotherapy services are not directly covered for the general population. Patients are encouraged to verify current coverage details with AHCIP and to check their private insurance plans for additional coverage options.

Approximately how many physiotherapy sessions will I need?

This varies based on individual needs and the nature of the condition. After a comprehensive initial assessment, Vi will provide an estimate of the number of sessions required and the recommended frequency. Progress is regularly reviewed, and treatment plans are adjusted accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes.

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

In Alberta, patients can typically access physiotherapy services directly without a physician’s referral, a process known as direct access. However, some private or extended health insurance plans may require a referral for reimbursement purposes. Patients should verify their insurance policy details before their first appointment.

How long do physiotherapy appointments typically last?

Initial assessments generally last between 45 to 60 minutes to allow for a thorough evaluation and discussion. Follow-up sessions usually range from 30 to 45 minutes, though this can vary based on individual needs, treatment complexity, and specific goals.

Coeur Physiotherapy
324, 1 Edmonton City Centre NW
Edmonton, AB T5B 3T7

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

License #6669

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.