X-ray prescription by a physiotherapist
Discover how one of our physiotherapists can now prescribe certain X-rays to better guide your care.
Discover how one of our physiotherapists can now prescribe certain X-rays to better guide your care.
Did you know that since May 2020, physiotherapists who hold a certificate issued by the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ) can now prescribe X-rays?
Step 1 – Assessment
An in-clinic assessment must first be performed by a physiotherapist to determine whether an X-ray is appropriate and to evaluate any associated risks.
Step 2 – Prescription
If your physiotherapist determines that an X-ray is necessary, they will stop the assessment and provide you with a signed prescription containing all required information. If you have a family doctor, they will be informed that an imaging request has been issued, and the results will also be sent to them.
Step 3 – Service access
You will bring the prescription to a radiology clinic of your choice. X-rays prescribed by a physiotherapist and performed in a radiology center are covered by RAMQ.
Step 4 – Communication of results and follow-up
Regardless of the results, your physiotherapist will contact you by phone once the radiology report is received. This is generally sent within 24 hours after the X-ray is taken.
Negative result: If no fracture is found, you can continue your physiotherapy care and begin rehabilitation as soon as possible.
Positive result: If a fracture or any other incidental finding is discovered, you will be referred to your family doctor or to a physician working within the care pathway established by Kinatex clinic to ensure you receive appropriate care within a reasonable timeframe. The physician will indicate the best time to begin physiotherapy care following your fracture.