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Chronic Pain Physiotherapy in Edmonton

Chronic pain — pain that lasts longer than three months — can affect movement, sleep, mood, and daily routine. At Millwoods Physical Therapy Centre in Edmonton, our registered physiotherapists work with you to understand what’s driving your pain and build an individualized treatment plan around it.
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What Is Chronic Pain Physiotherapy Treatment?

Chronic pain physiotherapy combines a detailed assessment with a treatment plan built around your specific pain pattern, mobility, and daily goals. Rather than treating pain as a single issue, our physiotherapists look at how it affects movement, strength, and function over time, and adjust your plan as you progress.

Musculoskeletal Chronic Pain

Musculoskeletal chronic pain involves the muscles, joints, ligaments, or spine, and is often linked to conditions such as arthritis, old injuries, or repetitive strain. It can cause stiffness, reduced range of motion, and pain that limits everyday activities like sitting, standing, or lifting. Physiotherapy can help by addressing muscle imbalances, joint mobility, and posture, with a plan tailored to how the pain shows up for you.

Nerve-Related Chronic Pain

Nerve-related chronic pain — sometimes described as burning, tingling, or shooting pain — can result from nerve compression, past injury, or conditions like sciatica. It often behaves differently from muscle or joint pain and may need a different treatment approach. Our physiotherapists assess how the nerve pain presents and can incorporate techniques such as dry needling, targeted exercise, and manual therapy as part of a broader management plan.

Widespread / Centralized Chronic Pain

Some chronic pain, such as that associated with fibromyalgia, is felt more broadly across the body rather than in one specific joint or muscle group. It’s often accompanied by fatigue, disrupted sleep, and heightened sensitivity to pressure or activity. Physiotherapy for widespread pain typically focuses on gradual, well-paced activity and movement strategies rather than treating a single area.

Post-Injury or Persistent Pain

Pain that continues well after an injury has healed — or that never fully resolved — falls into this category. It can be linked to changes in how the body responds to movement or load over time. Physiotherapists assess current function and build a plan aimed at gradually restoring movement and activity tolerance, rather than revisiting the original injury alone.

Patient Experiences & Recovery Stories

Your recovery journey is our top priority. Discover how our personalized, hands-on treatment plans have supported our patients through chronic pain management, sports injury rehabilitation, and improving daily mobility.vibrant, pain-free life.

Christina Scriba

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All of the staff at Millwoods Physical Therapy Centre are terrific. Right from the very beginning, you are greeted with warmth and kindness. All of the staff are very friendly and courteous. Always happy to help you no matter what you need.

Kulbir Dhillon

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I had a great experience! Rajni Sharma was professional, welcoming, and made me feel comfortable from the moment I arrived. She really took the time to address my problem areas and tailored the treatment to what I needed.

Hajar Ghalab

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I cannot say enough good things about Millwood Physical Therapy Center! The staff is absolutely fantastic, and they create an incredibly calm, grounding environment from the moment you walk in.

Frequently Asked Questions About Chronic Pain Management

Whether you are recovering from an injury, managing a chronic condition, or looking to improve your mobility, our team is here to help. Here are some of the most common questions we hear from our patients.

Can physiotherapy help with chronic pain?

Physiotherapy is a commonly used, non-surgical approach for managing chronic pain. It can help improve mobility, reduce stiffness, and support the muscles and joints involved, depending on the underlying cause identified during your assessment.

How many physiotherapy sessions will I need for chronic pain?

The number of sessions depends on the cause, severity, and how you respond to treatment. Your physiotherapist will outline an initial plan after your assessment and adjust it as your condition progresses.

Is chronic pain treatment covered by insurance in Alberta?

Many extended health plans cover physiotherapy services, though coverage varies by provider and plan. We recommend checking with your insurance provider for details specific to your policy.

Do I need a doctor’s referral for chronic pain physiotherapy in Edmonton?

In most cases, a referral isn’t required to book a physiotherapy assessment in Alberta. If your insurance plan requires one for reimbursement, check with your provider before your appointment.

Why does chronic pain sometimes need a different treatment approach than a recent injury?

An injury typically follows an expected healing timeline. Once pain persists well beyond that — generally past three months — the muscles, joints, or nervous system may respond differently to activity and treatment, which is why an ongoing, adjusted plan is often more effective than a short, fixed course of treatment.

Direct Billing is available for most insurance companies

We offer direct billing to most major insurance providers to simplify the process for our patients.