Changepain

UPPER BACK PAIN
LOW BACK PAIN
SACRUM PAIN

Nerve: local anesthesia blocks, or Pulsed Radiofrequency or Radiofrequency Lesioning of thoracic medial branch nerves, Intercostal nerve blocks

Muscle: Trigger Point Injections for deep extensors, latissimus, back muscles

Joint: local anesthesia injections for Thoracic medial branch nerve to test facet joints

ligaments

Nerve: Pulsed Radiofrequency or Radiofrequency Lesioning of lumbar medial branch nerves

Muscle: Trigger Point Injections

Joint: local anesthesia injections for lumbar medial branch nerves to test facet joints

caudal epidural with dextrose, epidural steroids

Nerve: local anesthesia injection, Pulsed Radiofrequency or Radiofrequency Lesioning or Cryoablation of sacral lateral and medial branch block, ganglion impar, pudendal, caudal epidural with dextrose

Muscle: Trigger Point Injections for piriformis muscle, hip muscles

Joint: local anesthesia injection for Sacroiliac, pubic

Bursa: local anesthesia or steroid injections

For Pain – Manual Therapy:

For Function – Pain Rehabilitation:

For Mind & Wellness:

GMV Introductory Classes:

  • GMV Orientation
  • GMV Empowering

GMV Safe Movement:

  • GMV Safe Movement: Low Back, Trunk & Core
  • GMV Safe Movement: Hip, Knee & Legs
  • GMV Safe Movement: Pacing & Stepping Into Your Recovery
  • GMV Safe Movement: Somatic Therapy

GMV Active Gentle Movement:

  • GMV Morning Stretch & Activation
  • GMV Qigong Movement
  • GMV Yoga

GMV Wellness/Pain Conditions:

  • GMV Sleep
  • GMV Central Sensitivity/Widespread Pain
  • GMV Mindful Communication

GMV Brain and Mental Health:

  • GMV Relaxation
  • GMV Brain Health for Life
  • GMV Healing After Trauma
  • GMV Self-Compassion
  • GMV Brain Mastery

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NEWS / UPDATES

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Cost of Initial Assessments - Non-MSP Medical


Private Medical Consultation (PMC) Multidisciplinary Private Assessment (MDPA)
Description Expedited, focused assessment to determine fit for non-MSP covered services requested:
IV Lidocaine Infusion, Ketamine Therapies, Prolotherapy, BOTOX, Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP).
Comprehensive functional and medical assessment with a multidisciplinary report addressing the biopsychosocial issues identified.
Care Team Pain Specialist Pain Specialist
Functional Movement Specialist
Duration 30 minutes 2 hours
Cost $450.00 $3,500.00

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Cost of Initial Assessments - Allied Health


Assessment Duration Cost
Chiropractic Initial 60 minutes $165.00
Physiotherapy Initial 60 minutes $160.00
Kinesiology Initial 45 minutes $90.00 (+ tax)
Counselling Initial 90 minutes $250.00
Acupuncture Initial 45 minutes $140.00

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