Lifecare Sports and Spine Physiotherapy4.8 ·Wetaskiwin, AB
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4.8 · 56 patient reviews

Lifecare Sports and Spine Physiotherapy– Wetaskiwin

Lifecare Sports and Spine Physiotherapy Ltd was established in 2018 to serve the community of Wetaskiwin and surrounding areas. Our mission is to provide comprehensive, client-centered physiotherapy care, including orthopedic physiotherapy, by educating patients about their conditions and empowering them to actively participate in their…

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5209 49th Street, Wetaskiwin, AB T9A 2T5
Wheelchair accessibleFree parkingWCB approved

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About Lifecare Sports and Spine Physiotherapy

Lifecare Sports and Spine Physiotherapy is a comprehensive rehabilitation clinic in Wetaskiwin, Alberta, offering evidence-based physiotherapy for sports injuries, spinal conditions, and a wide range of musculoskeletal issues. The clinic provides personalized treatment plans, advanced therapeutic modalities, and a family-friendly environment.
A physiotherapist treating a patient’s shoulder
A clinician assessing a patient’s leg
A patient doing a resistance-band exercise with a therapist
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4.8From 56 reviews
73Specialties & services
1 practitioner

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Shayam Kuttiyappan

Physiotherapist

Shayam is an internationally trained physiotherapist with over 24 years of experience in orthopedic physiotherapy and rehabilitative care. He completed his Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) in 2000 and earned a Master of Physiotherapy in Advanced Orthopedics in 2004. He worked in a multispeciality hospital in India until 2012 before moving to Canada. Since then, Shayam has worked with Alberta Health Services (AHS) in several Central Alberta communities and has been serving the Wetaskiwin area for the past eight years. Dedicated to helping clients restore movement, reduce pain, and improve quality of life, Shayam utilizes evidence-based treatment and personalized care, including specialized physiotherapy methods.

Clinical Disciplines

Our Specialties

Sports PhysiotherapySports Physiotherapy provides specialized assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and injury prevention for athletes and active individuals. It combines individualized exercise, movement analysis, manual therapy, progressive loading, and sport-specific rehabilitation to support recovery and a safe return to activity.
Orthopaedic PhysiotherapyOrthopaedic Physiotherapy focuses on the assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal conditions affecting the spine, joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and bones. Treatment combines individualized exercise, manual therapy, movement rehabilitation, education, and progressive strengthening to reduce pain, restore mobility, improve function, and support recovery after injury or surgery.
Post-Surgical RehabilitationGuided recovery following orthopaedic surgeries.
All specialties listed (63)
Fall Prevention & Balance TrainingOsteoporosis ManagementErgonomic Assessment & RehabilitationWork Cover / Injury ManagementSpinal PhysiotherapyPostural Assessment & CorrectionHand TherapyUpper Limb RehabilitationRepetitive Strain Injury ManagementConcussion RehabilitationChronic Pain ManagementVestibular PhysiotherapyBalance RehabilitationJoint MobilisationTrigger Point Therapy

Therapeutic Modalities · What we help with

Manual Therapy
Aquatic Therapy & Hydrotherapy
Massage Therapy
Dry Needling (IMS)
Acupuncture
Exercise Therapy & Active Rehab
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Insurance & Coverage

WorkSafeBC
WSIB
WSIB Ontario
WCB
WCB Alberta

Clinical Comfort

Universal AccessWheelchair accessible
Priority ParkingFree parking
WCB SupportWCB approved
Walk-insWalk-ins accepted
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Hours & location

Address5209 49th Street, Wetaskiwin, AB T9A 2T5
Hours
Monday9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Tuesday9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Thursday9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Friday9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Hours for other days are not listed.
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Frequently asked questions

We treat a wide range of conditions including musculoskeletal injuries, neurological conditions, and respiratory conditions.

We treat patients of all ages, from infants to seniors.

We accept cash, credit cards, and most insurance plans. We also offer direct billing to insurance companies for your convenience.

You can Call us: 1-780-368-2440, E-mail: lifecaresspt@gmail.com, Fax: 1-780-368-2441, or Look us up on Google.

Lifecare Sports and Spine Physiotherapy is located at 5209 49 Street, Wetaskiwin, AB T9A 2T5.

Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 6:30 PM

The facility is located in the heart of the city and includes individual treatment rooms, wheelchair accessibility, and a free on-site parking lot

A standard physiotherapy initial assessment typically takes 45 to 60 minutes. This includes a thorough review of your medical history, a physical examination of your movement and strength, and often enough time to begin your first treatment. Complex conditions—such as concussions, neurological rehabilitation, or multiple injury sites—can occasionally require 60 to 90 minutes.

Yes we do. Contact us to book your appointment or just walk in to be assessed on the same day.

Yes we do. We are registered with WCB Alberta, WorksafeBC, WCB Saskatchewan, WSIB ontario. Contact us to book your appointment or just walk in to be assessed on the same day.

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