How physiotherapy coverage works in Canada
Does OHIP cover physiotherapy? What Ontario residents need to know
OHIP covers physiotherapy for specific groups. Here is who qualifies, what the limitations are, and what to do if you are not eligible.
April 17, 2026 • 6 min read
Megan Hill
Does MSP cover physiotherapy in BC? The short answer is no — here's why
MSP does not cover physiotherapy for most BC residents. Here's who qualifies for Supplementary Benefits, the opted-out practitioner issue, and your actual funding options.
April 17, 2026 • 6 min read
Megan Hill
Direct billing for physiotherapy in Canada: no claims, no paperwork
Learn how direct billing physiotherapy works in Canada, what your plan may still require, and what to check before you book.
April 17, 2026 • 7 min read
Megan Hill
How much does physiotherapy cost in Canada?
Physiotherapy costs around $80 to $150 per session in Canada, but most Canadians pay much less. Here's what benefits, direct billing, and AI Care coverage mean for you.
April 17, 2026 • 6 min read
Megan Hill
Latest articles
Modern health guides, written by our clinical team
What is physiotherapy? A guide to pain relief and recovery.
Learn what physiotherapy is, how it helps relieve pain, and how to get started (both in-person or with digital at-home care from Sword).
April 23, 2026 • 7 min read
Megan Hill
What to expect: starting physiotherapy with Sword
Living with pain? Sword combines AI with the guidance of licensed physiotherapists to help you recover from home. Learn how you can get started.
April 17, 2026
Megan Hill
Freedom from pain: Meet Sword member Chandra
Read Chandra's story about how Sword's digital physiotherapy helped her regain full range of motion in her shoulder and return to the exercises she loves.
April 23, 2026
Megan Hill
MSK meaning in medical terms: what is MSK?
MSK stands for musculoskeletal. Learn what MSK means in medical terms, what MSK pain is, and common conditions, symptoms, and causes.
April 17, 2026 • 6 min read
Megan Hill
Work benefits physiotherapy in Canada: what's usually covered
Most employer health plans in Canada include physiotherapy coverage. Find out how your plan works, what limits apply, and how to use your benefits.
April 17, 2026 • 7 min read
Megan Hill
How to reduce pain by improving the brain-body connection
Understand why managing and reducing stress within your brain can result in less pain in your body. Learn about the science behind the connection.
May 5, 2026
Megan Hill
Proving the effectiveness of digital physiotherapy
We explain the terminology and demonstrate why digital physiotherapy is proven to be effective in improving MSK function with this research summary.
April 23, 2026
Megan Hill
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