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Accelerated Cast Clinic and Limb Preservation Centre

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As we are a private clinic, we view and treat every person we see as family, rather than a just a number. We value and respect each client’s body, injury and time at every visit and endeavour to make each person feel safe, appreciated and respected. We’ll even offer you a complimentary beverage and try to put a smile on your face.
In our clinic and in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team, we can assist you with many health issues including, but not limited to assessment and treatment of the following:
  • Acute Sprains/Strains
  • Serial Casting for spasticity and contractures
  • Advanced Wound Care: Venous/Diabetic/Mixed/Post-Op Surgical
  • Comprehensive High-Risk Foot Prevention/Management/Maintenance
  • Casts, splints, braces at affordable prices
  • Suture/Staple Removal
  • Lower Limb Assessments for legs with poor circulation/wounds
  • Regular Medical/Diabetic Foot Care
  • Compression Stockings/Wrap Systems
  • Neuromuscular Stimulation to increase blood flow to legs for wound healing and/or improved sports performance
  • Off-loading mobility equipment rental and purchase, such as knee walkers, walkers, IWalk Hands Free Crutch
  • Cold Therapy for edema, pre/post op. swelling, joint pain, etc.
  • Referrals to Footwear Specialists, Neurology, Physiatry, Physiotherapy, Shockwave, Laser & Ultrasound Therapy, Biomechanics & Gait Assessments, Massage Therapy and more.
It depends. For simple “off the shelf” purchases, you can simply walk in to be served immediately. If you require a service or a rental, an appointment is required, so please call ahead. In many cases, same day appointments can be made. Please book appointments by calling (780)907-2082.
Yes. Your doctor can fax us our Referral/Prescription form and you can call us to book an appointment. We will endeavour to fit you in as soon as possible.

Update - If you have been seen by a physician and have been told you need a brace or air boot, please call us at (780)907-2082 for an appointment. If you haven't seen a physician yet or if you need a cast, please see your physician or go to your local ER.

Currently, we do require a referral/prescription from your referring physician for fractures only. Once you have been treated in our clinic, one of our specialized nurses will continue to manage your care, with referrals to physician specialists as needed.

Update - If you have been seen by a physician and have been told you need a brace or air boot, please call us at (780)907-2082 for an appointment. If you haven't seen a physician yet or if you need a cast, please see your physician or go to your local ER

Yes. We have the largest fleet of high-quality knee scooters for rent at affordable prices, including All-Terrain and Pediatric versions and we are always in stock. You do not need an appointment to rent one, however it is advantageous to call ahead to book a time so we can discuss your needs and have the unit ready for your arrival.

We are also the main retailer of the IWalk Hands Free Crutch in Canada. Our certified fitters will fit and train you on any mobility device to ensure you feel safe and confident.

Direct Billing is available on a case by case basis to the following government agencies:
  • Workers Compensation Board (WCB)
  • Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB)
  • Alberta Works (with Case Manager pre-approval)
  • Assured Income for Severely Handicapped (AISH) (with Case Manager pre-approval)
  • Alberta Aids for Daily Living-AADL (Compression Therapy only)
  • Medavie Blue Cross/Blue Shield
  • Canadian Armed Forces (CAF)
  • Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC)
  • Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP)
  • Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP)

TIP: Private insurance companies are more likely to provide coverage with a Physician prescription/letter written to the effect of:

“This patient had been referred to Accelerated Cast Clinic & Limb Preservation Centre for prescribed, private/advanced nursing services and devices which may include some or all of the following: lower limb assessments, wound care, total contact casts, offloading shoes/boots/mobility equipment, shower/dressing cover and foot care. These specialized services are not available by home care nurses or within AHS hospitals.”

We are a private clinic. Most of our services are reimbursable, in part or in full, with a prescription from a physician, through your private health insurance. It’s the clients’ responsibility to consult with their insurance provider to confirm if this is a concern. Otherwise, we endeavor to ensure all our services and products are accessible and affordable out of pocket.

Most of our services and medical supplies/equipment are eligible for partial to full reimbursement through your private health benefit insurer. Some insurers may require a physician prescription (RX). Please check with your insurer in advance.

From our experience, our patients indicate to us that these insurance companies offer partial/full coverage for our services, depending on your plan:

  • Great West Life
  • Green Shield
  • Sunlife
*Seniors Blue Cross-Plan 66 will NOT cover any of our services.

Many of our patients make use of their health spending accounts or submit their receipts to Revenue Canada with their tax return.

Unfortunately, we are not permitted to speak to your private benefit insurer directly regarding specific coverages, so it is your responsibility to call them in advance if finances are a concern for you.

TIP- Ask your insurer about nursing services coverage for LPN. This will cover the base costs associated with wound or foot care.

TIP- Ask your insurer about coverage for compression therapy, casts, orthotics, mobility aid rental such as knee walkers. These items are commonly required for expedited wound/foot care healing.

TIP- Private insurance companies are more likely to provide coverage with a Physician prescription/letter written to the effect of:

“This patient had been referred to Accelerated Cast Clinic & Limb Preservation Centre for prescribed, private/advanced nursing services and devices which may include some or all of the following: lower limb assessments, wound care, total contact casts, offloading shoes/boots/mobility equipment, shower/dressing cover and foot care. These specialized services are not available by home care nurses or within AHS hospitals.”

Seniors may qualify, on an income basis, for subsidized monthly foot care through the Alberta Seniors Benefit Program. You can come in to pick up a paper application or visit the Alberta Seniors Benefit webpage to learn more.
Yes, we do, however we also pride ourselves on innovation and leading-edge technology. In our clinic/store, you will have access to a wider variety of devices and the latest in treatments at affordable prices.
Chronic foot ulcers are our passion and specialty. Most of our success stories have been in your situation with an unhealed wound for many months. Many of our clients were even told their wound was not healable and their toe/foot/leg should be amputated. Though everyone’s case is different, our innovative, holistic approach normally yields an improvement in wound healing, on average, within 1-2 weeks, and full wound healing within a few short weeks. Please contact us to learn more or visit our Case Studies to see examples of our work.
No, you do not require prescription for Accelerated to take over your care. Once Accelerated takes over your care, there is no need for Home Care to continue to provide services.
Generally, homecare nurses are not permitted or trained to perform an essential aspect of wound care called “debridement”, circulation testing or have the ability to offer adequate pressure offloading. This means your wound is likely not receiving adequate care for expedited wound healing. “Debridement” is the removal of infected, callused, dead tissue, which promotes healthy cell growth and assists with wound drainage. This skill can only be performed by a physician or certified wound care professional, and should be included in every wound care treatment.
If you have a wound which has not significantly improved, and has lasted more than 30 days, it is considered chronic. This means you are at a high risk for wound and bone infection. Best practice wound care with debridement is considered an ESSENTIAL health service and should NOT be ignored.
If you have any of the following symptoms, you have High Risk Feet.
  • Diabetes
  • Known circulation problems
  • Varicose or spider veins
  • Feet that turn purple/cold when hanging down
  • Foot deformities such as hammer/claw toes or bunions
  • Thickened, yellow or brittle toenails

Having your legs/feet assessed and treated to prevent predictable complications such as wounds, infections or an amputation is extremely important.

If you currently have these items, this means another health care professional has identified that you have High Risk Feet. This means you require regular monitoring and preventative foot care to assess for changes and obtain timely treatment to avoid complications.
Our clinic is conveniently and centrally located just off of Whitemud Freeway and 149th/156 Street. There is FREE patient parking on the north side of the building and elevator access at the east side entrance. We are on the Mezzanine/1st Floor. When you arrive you will be expected to follow our Covid 19 precautions. Please bring your own face mask if possible.
If you would like to review some of the success stories from previous patients like you, view them on our website under Case Studies.