Virtual Chiropractor Appointments

Virtual care is available for those patients who, for various reasons, cannot come in for treatment.

However, many patients have found help through our secure virtual platform.

Have a look at this video, to see how easy it is to book a Virtual Chiropractor visit:

 

Many Extended Health Insurance Companies recognize how important Chiropractic care is for conditions of the spine, joints and nerves. They value the role that Chiropractors play in reducing and managing pain and reducing hospital visits.

Currently, the following insurance companies are accepting billings for Virtual Chiropractic services:

  • Manulife
  • Green Shield
  • Pacific Blue Cross
  • Medavie Blue Cross
  • Sunlife
  • Canada Life

What is Virtual Chiropractor/Remote Consultation?

Patients should have the ability to have their health monitored, receive appropriate care, reassurance and be re-evaluated if injured. A Virtual Chiropractor appointment is a convenient way for you to receive help from Dr. Horowitz, by using your computer, iPad, cell phone or home phone. It is useful where distance is a critical limiting factor, where there are barriers to obtaining care, and in instances where part of care can take place remotely to meet a patient’s needs.

Is Virtual Chiropractor Secure?

Yes. Secure transmission systems and storage mechanisms are used, which means that all the traffic flows directly between each user’s web browser and completely bypasses outside servers. The traffic is also encrypted in transit and none of the data is stored anywhere at any time.

This approach ensures online appointments are PIPEDA and HIPAA secure and address the major privacy concerns clinics and patients have around telehealth.

In addition, any device that Dr. Horowitz uses for Virtual Chiropractor is password protected, to prevent unauthorized use.

Existing patients and new patients can now book online, directly from our website and by searching the web address: https://toronto-orthotics.janeapp.com   You set up an account with a username and password, and can make appointments at your convenience.

What Services are Available with Virtual Chiropractor?

Though what we often like most about seeing Dr. Horowitz is her hands-on care, she can offer considerable help for musculoskeletal conditions in a virtual setting, in a confidential and secure manner.

Through a new, confidential and encrypted platform, Dr. Horowitz can offer face-face online care to treat and help manage your pain and injuries such as acute or chronic back, disc injuries, spinal stenosis, neck and shoulder pain, plantar fasciitis and heel pain.

A Consultation includes:

  • Comprehensive History (speaking with you about your area of concern)
  • Re-evaluation (existing patients)
  • Visual assessment/Examination (modified)
  • Diagnosis/Clinical Impression

Often, a patient is anxious due to pain and may be afraid that it will never go away.  Dr. Horowitz can help give you clarity and reassurance about your condition, as well as rule out any serious pathology that may require advanced imaging or medical referral.

Treatment-based care might include:

  • Learning Cognitive Behavioural Activation techniques and Mindfulness Meditation for chronic pain management
  • Learning appropriate home-based self-management strategies while Dr. Horowitz demonstrates and monitors your activities
  • Education about your condition, including Dr. Horowitz offering resources that can help you
  • Exercises & Rehabilitation Plans, including Dr. Horowitz emailing you pictures of exercises and videos
  • Learning Behavioural, Postural Modifications & Ergonomic advice to prevent things that aggravate your condition
  • Recommendations for appropriate medical devices, supports & pain-relieving therapies
  • Lifestyle counseling/Stress-reduction techniques that help reduce pain
  • Follow up care to help you achieve your health goals

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What are the Benefits of Virtual Chiropractor for new patients?

  • Evidence suggests that rehabilitation through real-time virtual care is effective for improving pain and function in individuals with spinal conditions, osteoarthritis & other musculoskeletal conditions.1
  • Prevention of flare-ups and pain management with expert Chiropractic guidance
  • Virtual Chiropractor is useful, convenient, and can help you stay motivated and healthy! After all, we all need encouragement to reach our goals!
  • Make an appointment from the comfort of your own home. Perhaps you know someone who would like to get the advice of a Chiropractor, but who may be hesitant to come into the office. A virtual Chiropractor is great for someone who may not otherwise get the help they need.

Is Virtual Chiropractor Right for Me?

Before making an online appointment, you should first consider if it is right for you.

Virtual Chiropractor may not be appropriate for you if:

  • You have any physical conditions that will prevent you from being able to use this type of technology (e.g. vision or hearing deficits, certain physical disabilities)
  • You only want hands–on assessment or care
  • You are not willing to sign a consent form, authorizing the use of this safe, secure and confidential platform
  • If you live outside of Ontario.

What do I need to get started with Virtual Chiropractor?

  • Do you have access to the required technology such as a computer, iPad, cell phone? Does your computer have a camera and audio that can be turned on?
  • Do you feel comfortable using technology? Have you used a computer for video conferencing before and do you know how it works? If not, are you willing to follow a checklist teaching you how to get set up or do you have someone who can get you set up, ahead of your appointment?
  • Will you be able to get set up 10 minutes before your appointment, so that you begin on time in order to make the most of your time?
  • Are you comfortable discussing your healthcare needs using technology?
  • Are you able to send payment ahead of your scheduled appointment through transfer or by inputting your credit card through our secure platform?

How should I prepare for a Virtual Chiropractor Appointment?

Prior to your virtual appointment, Dr. Horowitz will provide a Virtual Appointment Checklist that will include instructions of how to set up your computer,  how to make the most of your appointment, what to wear for ease of movement and visual inspection, and how to set up your space for exercise. Once booked, you will receive an email confirmation with a link to start your appointment at the right time.

You will be asked to confirm your identity and to provide verbal consent to the appointment. The consultation will be similar to an in-office visit.

During the examination, Dr. Horowitz may observe your posture, ranges of motion and movement patterns. She may recommend that you have a family member present in case you need support.

Dr. Horowitz will tell you what the diagnosis/clinical impression is and provide information about setting up any additional appointments you may need, to offer self-management strategies. After the appointment, Dr. Horowitz will follow-up, as appropriate to evaluate your progress.

Visit https://toronto-orthotics.janeapp.com/  to set up an appointment or to ask Dr. Horowitz a question, call (647) 349-4909 or submit the form below:



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