How soon can I start physiotherapy after a car accident?

As soon as you have an ICBC claim number. You do not need a doctor’s referral or adjuster approval, and the 25 pre-approved visits sit inside a 12-week window that starts on the day of the crash, so booking early gets you more from your coverage.

Do you bill ICBC directly?

Yes. Bring your claim number and date of accident to the first visit and we bill ICBC directly for your covered visits, with nothing to pay upfront. If you need treatment beyond the pre-approved visits, we request the extension for you.

My pain seemed minor at first. Should I still get assessed?

Yes. Whiplash and soft-tissue injuries often feel worse a day or two later and can linger if left alone. An early assessment catches what is going on and treats it before it becomes a longer-term problem. There is no downside to getting checked.

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Car Accident Injuries in West Vancouver

After a motor vehicle accident you can start physiotherapy as soon as you have a claim number, with no adjuster approval needed. We treat whiplash and soft-tissue injuries and bill ICBC directly.

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How we treat car accident injuries

ICBC pre-approves 25 physiotherapy visits in your first 12 weeks, and you can start with just a claim number, no referral or adjuster approval. Your physiotherapist assesses what the impact actually injured, treats the pain, and rebuilds the movement and strength so it does not linger or turn chronic. We bill ICBC directly and request any extension you need, so you focus on recovery, not paperwork.

Is this you?

Neck pain, stiffness, or headaches that came on in the hours or days after a crash.
Back, shoulder, or other soft-tissue pain from the impact.
Dizziness, poor sleep, or difficulty concentrating since the accident.
You have an ICBC claim number and want to start treatment.
Pain that seemed minor at first but is not settling on its own.

Injured in a crash?

ICBC covers your treatment

After a car accident, ICBC pre-approves 25 physiotherapy visits in your first 12 weeks, with no referral needed. Bring your claim number and we bill ICBC directly.

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The disciplines we use

Often more than one discipline plays a part. These are the services we reach for most with car accident injuries.

Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy in West Vancouver for back pain, joint injuries, and recovery after surgery, with no referral needed.

Kinesiology

Kinesiology in West Vancouver. Supervised, active rehab that rebuilds strength and movement after injury.

Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapy in West Vancouver to help you return to daily life, work, and independence after injury or illness.

Common questions

What patients ask most about car accident injuries.

How soon can I start physiotherapy after a car accident?: As soon as you have an ICBC claim number. You do not need a doctor’s referral or adjuster approval, and the 25 pre-approved visits sit inside a 12-week window that starts on the day of the crash, so booking early gets you more from your coverage.
Do you bill ICBC directly?: Yes. Bring your claim number and date of accident to the first visit and we bill ICBC directly for your covered visits, with nothing to pay upfront. If you need treatment beyond the pre-approved visits, we request the extension for you.
My pain seemed minor at first. Should I still get assessed?: Yes. Whiplash and soft-tissue injuries often feel worse a day or two later and can linger if left alone. An early assessment catches what is going on and treats it before it becomes a longer-term problem. There is no downside to getting checked.

Book treatment for car accident injuries.

No referral, no insurance bill to pay upfront, and usually an appointment inside the week. Call the clinic closest to you.

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16th Street (604) 281-3345·Ocean Walk (604) 281-3122