The role of a Kinesiologist in a Physiotherapy clinic in Ontario
See: https://spennyraposo.medium.com/the-role-of-a-kinesiologist-in-a-physiotherapy-clinic-in-ontario-ee6b70ccff19 for original article.
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After working at a clinic for a while now and talking to a couple of other Kinesiologist’s that work in a clinic setting, I have compiled a list of what Kin’s do at a physio clinic.
Roles of the Kinesiologist included:
- Help physio clients with exercises
- Maintain gym area (clean/restock)
- Monitor clients exercising in the gym
- Keep track of the clients exercises on an exercise card
- Apply modalities to clients (Ice, Heat, Ultrasound, etc)
- Functional evaluations (Lifting, Carry, Push/Pull)
- Cover front desk or administration support
Summary:
Essentially, the Kinesiologist in a physio clinic works more as a support to the physio and the clinic itself. Depending on the clinic, some Kinesiologist’s have more autonomy and have their own caseload. Before becoming a regulated health profession, Kin’s have almost always worked in a physio support role. Today, I have seen numerous Kinesiology clinic/gyms open up providing Kinesiology services which is promising for this young profession. Until the profession becomes more established, it will continue to be more of a support role.
Hopefully this helps,
Spencer at Kinformation
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