FAQs | Proactive Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Athletic Therapy?

Athletic Therapy is a healthcare profession focused on the assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and prevention of musculoskeletal injuries and pain. At Proactive Therapy in Victoria, treatment combines hands-on therapy, movement assessment, strength-based rehabilitation, and exercise prescription to help clients recover and return to activity with confidence.

2. What conditions do you treat?

Proactive Therapy works with a wide range of injuries and pain conditions including:

low back pain
hip and groin pain
running injuries
tendon pain and tendinopathy
neck and shoulder tension
knee pain
muscle strains and sprains
sports injuries
mobility and strength limitations

Treatment is individualized based on your goals, activity level, and movement needs.

3. Do I need a referral for Athletic Therapy?

No referral is required to book an appointment. However, some extended health insurance plans may request a referral for reimbursement, so it’s always a good idea to check with your provider.

4. Is Athletic Therapy covered by insurance?

Many extended health benefit plans cover Athletic Therapy services. Coverage varies depending on your insurance provider and plan. If you are unsure about your coverage, we recommend contacting your insurance provider directly.

5. What should I expect during my first appointment?

Your initial session includes a detailed assessment of your injury, pain, movement patterns, strength, mobility, and goals. Treatment may include hands-on therapy, movement retraining, rehabilitative exercises, and education to help you better understand your injury and recovery process. You will also leave with a personalized treatment plan tailored to your needs.

6. Do you work with runners and soccer players?

Yes. Julia has a special interest in working with runners, soccer players, and active adults in Victoria. Treatment and training sessions are designed to support injury recovery, performance, strength development, and return-to-sport rehabilitation.

7. Can Athletic Therapy help chronic pain or old injuries?

Yes. Many clients seek treatment for injuries or pain that have been present for months or even years. Chronic pain and recurring injuries are often influenced by factors such as movement patterns, strength deficits, mobility limitations, and training load. Treatment focuses on identifying contributing factors and building long-term resilience through movement and strength-based rehabilitation.

8. Can strength training help reduce pain and prevent injuries?

In many cases, yes. Appropriate strength training can improve tissue capacity, movement control, joint support, and overall resilience. At Proactive Therapy, strength and conditioning programs are individualized to help clients recover from injury, reduce recurring pain, improve athletic performance, and feel more confident with movement.

9. What is Therapeutic Yoga?

Therapeutic Yoga combines mindful movement, breathwork, mobility, and nervous system regulation to support recovery, reduce stress and tension, and improve overall well-being. Sessions are tailored to the individual and may help with pain management, mobility, stress reduction, recovery from injury, and improving body awareness.

10. What makes Proactive Therapy different?

Proactive Therapy combines Athletic Therapy, strength and conditioning, movement education, and therapeutic exercise to provide a more active and individualized approach to recovery. Rather than focusing solely on passive treatment, the goal is to help clients better understand their bodies, build strength and resilience, and return to the activities they enjoy with confidence.

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