12 sessions, pre-approved
ICBC pre-approves 12 kinesiology sessions after a collision, and the initial assessment uses one of them.
Kinesiology after a motor vehicle collision
ICBC Kinesiology in Burnaby and Vancouver
Kinesiology at Phoenix Rehab is active rehabilitation under an ICBC claim: guided exercise, strength work, and a plan for getting back to daily tasks after a crash. ICBC pre-approves 12 kinesiology sessions in the 12 weeks after your accident, no doctor referral required, and the clinic bills ICBC directly on eligible claims.
Why people book kinesiology after a crash
Kinesiology is active, exercise-based rehabilitation. People usually come in once the acute pain settles and the harder part is rebuilding capacity.
- Getting back to lifting, carrying, and daily tasks after a crash
- Weakness and deconditioning after weeks of reduced activity
- Returning to work that is physically demanding
- Returning to sport or training
- Movement that still feels guarded after pain settles
- Building confidence in the injured area again
What ICBC covers for kinesiology
Kinesiology has its own pre-approved allowance under ICBC, and it works differently from hands-on disciplines. Here is how the coverage applies.
The clock starts at the collision
You have 12 weeks from the accident date to use the pre-approved sessions; the window does not restart when you open the claim.
Start without a referral
A doctor's referral is not required for the pre-approved kinesiology sessions, and neither is advance approval from ICBC. Have your claim number and Personal Health Number ready when you book.
Direct billing on eligible claims
The clinic sends the bill to ICBC on eligible claims rather than charging you at the visit.
Reporting handled by your kinesiologist
Any treatment reporting ICBC asks for is completed by your kinesiologist as part of your visits here.
Care beyond the 12 sessions
If your recovery calls for more kinesiology after the pre-approved sessions are used, ICBC must approve it first; your kinesiologist can request that on your behalf.
Claim decisions and claim status belong to ICBC, not to Phoenix Rehab, and the clinic cannot provide claim-status support. For decisions, status, benefits, or account access, contact ICBC directly.
Kinesiology at Phoenix Rehab
Kinesiology at Phoenix Rehab is available under an ICBC claim. BCAK is a professional association, not a regulator.
Jack Hesketh
Registered Kinesiologist (BCAK)
Strength & Conditioning, ICBC Rehabilitation, Biomechanical Assessments, Movement Mechanics, Injury Prevention
Languages · English
What a session may include
Sessions are one-to-one and built around the tasks you need to get back to. Your kinesiologist picks from these based on your assessment and how you are progressing.
Movement and biomechanical assessmentOne-to-one exercise program built for your injuriesProgression as you recoverGuidance for training between visitsPlanning a return to work or sport
ICBC kinesiology questions
What is the ICBC allowance for kinesiology?
Twelve sessions, usable in the 12 weeks following the collision. The initial assessment is counted within that allowance.
Is a referral needed for kinesiology?
A referral is never needed for ICBC kinesiology, and the pre-approved sessions need no advance approval from ICBC either. Approval matters only if you go past the allowance. Have your ICBC claim number and Personal Health Number with you.
What does a kinesiologist do that a physiotherapist does not?
Kinesiology sessions focus on active rehabilitation through movement assessment, guided exercise, strength, and functional tasks. Physiotherapy may also include hands-on assessment and treatment. Your care plan can include either or both.
Can kinesiology help plan my return to work or sport?
Your sessions can use job, sport, and training tasks to guide exercise choices and progression. Tell your kinesiologist what you need to return to so the plan reflects those demands.
What if I need more than the 12 sessions?
More kinesiology after the pre-approved allowance requires ICBC's approval. Your kinesiologist can send that request in before the allowance runs out.
ICBC kinesiology and care resources
Claim mechanics and visit preparation are covered on the main ICBC page. This page is only about active rehabilitation.