Venture Rehab is a team of physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and exercise therapists serving Saskatoon and surrounding areas.
Previously known as Bourassa and Associates, we've been delivering professional multidisciplinary rehabilitation services since 1986. We integrate orthopaedic manual therapy within a functional rehabilitation model to ensure our patients obtain optimal recovery.
No doctors referral needed
University-trained therapists
19 clinics across Saskatchewan
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Previously known as
Bourassa and Associates Rehabilitation Centre evolved into Venture Rehabilitation Sciences Group. Existing partners Richard Bourassa and Anne-Marie Graham welcomed two new partners to the growing business: Jaclyn Gaucher and Tyler Friessen.
Partners
Partner
Richard Bourassa
B.P.T., M.Sc., Dip.Manip.PT., FCAMPT
Partner
Anne-Marie Graham
B.Sc.(P.T.), Cert.Med.Acup., C.A.F.C.I., S.P.C. (Dip.)
Partner
Jaclyn Gaucher
B.Sc.(P.T.), B.Sc.(Kin), Dip.Manip.P.T., FCAMPT
Partner
Tyler Friesen
B.Sc.(Biochem), B.Sc.(P.T.), Dip.Manip.P.T., FCAMPT, C.G.I.M.S.
Our new team of four, along with our associates, will continue to use our expertise to successfully rehabilitate patients across our 20 clinics in Saskatchewan. We will continue to treat all types of conditions ranging from orthopedic, pelvic health, injury rehab, workplace injuries, motor vehicle accidents, vestibular, and neurological rehab. We will continue to tackle and successfully treat even the most challenging of cases.
Our commitment to your health remains unchanged. The name change is a symbol of evolution and growth. You can trust that your health is in good hands with Venture Rehabilitation Sciences Group and you will continue to receive the same care from the familiar faces you know and trust.
Services We Offer
Stroke Treatment
Stroke can happen at any age. Risk factors associated with stroke are preventable. Physical therapy & occupational therapy play a key role in treating stroke symptoms.
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Osteoporosis Treatment
The onset of osteoporosis can make you vulnerable to repeat bone fractures and falling. Protect yourself with some basic physiotherapy training.
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Runner’s Knee Treatment (Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome Treatment)
Do you have a dull or sharp pain in or around the kneecap? Runner’s knee can happen to anyone with an active lifestyle (not just runners). Physiotherapy is highly effective in treating runner’s knee.
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Degenerative Disc Disease Treatment
Degenerative Disc Disease can go undetected or can cause pain symptoms in the neck, back, buttocks, hips, arms and legs. Physical therapy is an effective treatment.
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Exercise Therapy
Exercise therapy is beneficial for individuals with chronic health conditions and includes the monitoring of vital signs by a professional therapist for safe activity.
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Sciatica Treatment
Sciatica can cause lower back, hip, or buttock pain. It can feel like sharp, shooting or radiating pain down one side of your body. Physiotherapy can help.
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Car Accident Treatment
Car accidents are common and usually result in physical injury. An examination by your doctor and physical therapy treatment is an important part of recovery.
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Arthritis Physiotherapy
Do you have stiff joints and swelling? Is your range of motion limited? Arthritis can affect joints, tendons, bones, and ligaments. Physiotherapy is an effective treatment to ease arthritis pain.
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TMJ Treatment
Are you experiencing pain in your jawbone and cheek? Suddenly experiencing frequent headaches, earaches, or ringing in your ears? You may suffer from TMJ. TMJ physiotherapy treatments can help relieve your pain.
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Whiplash Treatment
Have you been in a motor vehicle accident, sustained a sports injury, or experienced an injury at work that left your neck stiff and weak? You may have whiplash. Don’t let this become a chronic pain disorder. Learn more about how whiplash treatment physiotherapy can be an effective treatment for whiplash.
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Knee Pain Treatment
Knee pain can be severe and limiting. Physical therapy can build the muscles around your knee to provide support and pain relief.
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Tinnitus Treatment
The sensation of ringing in your ears is an actual condition referred to as Tinnitus. If you are suffering from tinnitus then physiotherapy treatment can help.
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Vertigo Treatment
Are you dizzy? Feeling off balance? Afraid of falling? Vertigo or (BPPV) Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo makes it hard to have the confidence to do regular daily activities. You aren’t alone and balance therapy can help.
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Lower Back Pain Treatment
Lower back pain affects many people. Learn what causes back injuries, the symptoms, and how physical therapy can prevent back pain conditions and also speed up recovery time.
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Ankle Sprain Treatment
An ankle sprain is more than just a temporary annoyance. It can lead to long term weakness, joint pain and arthritis. Seeking ankle sprain treatment via physiotherapy within 72 hours of an ankle sprain has beneficial outcomes. Find out more!
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Undo the Damage of Sitting
Spending the majority of the day sitting can have many damaging effects such as weight gain, postural related neck and back pain, and headaches. Fortunately, there are ways to undo the damage of sitting.
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Is physical therapy painful?
While physical therapy can occasionally be uncomfortable, the goal is to reduce pain and restore function as safely and effectively as possible.
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Help yourself by taking a SMART approach to your mobility
Discover the 5 steps to the SMART approach and learn about the best things you can do to prevent problems related to mobility, aging and wellness.
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Exercising to Maintain a Healthy Lifestyle
As we go through life our exercise needs change, but understanding the benefits of regular physical activity can help to maintain an active lifestyle.
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Difference Between Osteoarthritis and Osteoporosis
Osteoarthritis is inflammation and loss of cartilage between bones leading to joint pain, stiffness, and swelling. Osteoporosis is the loss of bone mass leading to weak bones that are more susceptible to fractures. Physical therapy can help improve deficits caused by both of these conditions.
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Introducing Venture Rehabilitation Sciences Group – p.k.a. Bourassa & Associates Rehabilitation Centre
Bourassa and Associates Rehabilitation Centre has evolved to become Venture Rehabilitation Sciences Group. Learn more about why our name is changing and how if will affect you.
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How physical therapy can help you enjoy time at the lake
Physical therapy can help improve lake season by getting the body physically ready for active recreation. Do not spend this lake season just watching the fun.
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My Physical Therapy is Over—Now What?
Home exercise is a critical part of a physical therapy plan of care. Stretches and strengthening at home can speed up recovery and help prevent re-injury.
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Official Partner of SCOA (Saskatoon Council on Aging)
Bourassa & Associates Rehabilitation Centre is proud to announce a three-year partnership with Saskatoon Council on Aging (SCOA).
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Do I ice or heat my injury?
People often ask, “Do I ice or heat my injury?” The answer varies depending on the kind of injury and the time frame it occurred.
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Balance, Dizziness & Falls
1 in 3 seniors will experience a fall each year. Risks of problems with dizziness, reduced balance and falls increase as we age. Physical therapy can help!
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Setting a New Years Resolution to improve your physical health
Challenge yourself this year to reach goals you have been dreaming of! Don’t let obstacles stand in your way. Here is how you can effectively reach the goals you set for yourself - and don't worry, you don’t have to do it alone!
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How to Train for a 5K
A 5K is a challenging but achievable marathon distance. Select a training plan, focus on injury prevention, and start slow to be ready for race day.
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Prevention and management of running injuries
Running is quickly becoming the activity of choice for many people. Whether you are a recreational runner or a runner setting their sights upon a goal race or distance, there is no denying that running has significant health benefits, both physically and mentally.
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Physical Therapy is for Everyone
From infancy through adulthood and on into the aging process, physical therapy can decrease pain, improve function, and help people to live life to the fullest.
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