Physiotherapy & Rehab Equipment Leasing in Canada

Physiotherapy & Rehab Equipment Leasing in Canada
Written by
Alec Whitten
Published on
November 5, 2025

Outfitting or expanding a Canadian physiotherapy, chiropractic, or multidisciplinary rehab clinic is capital-intensive. From high-end treatment tables and shockwave/laser units to gait analysis, hydrotherapy, CPM, and clinic IT, costs add up—before you even staff up or market new programs. The right lease can preserve cash, align payments to revenue, and keep you current as modalities evolve.

At Mehmi Financial Group, we finance (and where appropriate, sell) clinic and rehab equipment directly. As both a financing partner and a seller, we structure milestone funding, bundle soft costs (delivery, install, training), and move quickly—often with decisions in 24–48 hours. If you’d like a second set of eyes on your file or a side-by-side of lease types, feel free to contact our credit analysts.

Table of contents

  • Why clinics choose leasing over cash purchases
  • What physio & rehab assets lenders will finance
  • Lease types in plain English (with examples)
  • How private lenders underwrite healthcare deals
  • Terms, rates, down payments, and security
  • Startups, expansions, and multi-location groups
  • Refurbished gear & vendor-switch scenarios
  • Cash-flow stack: LOCs, factoring, and sale-leaseback
  • Approval checklist (credit-analyst view)
  • Case study: adding cash-pay services without strain
  • FAQs

Why clinics choose leasing over cash purchases

Preserve working capital. Keep cash for payroll, marketing, and room conversions rather than tying it up in devices.

Match cost to revenue. Step-up or seasonal payments align with patient demand (e.g., sports seasons, post-op waves).

Tech refresh. FMV leases let you upgrade earlier as treatment protocols or patient expectations change.

Tax treatment. Many clinics prefer predictable monthly expenses instead of depreciating assets—talk to your accountant for specifics.

Run quick numbers with our payment calculator. For structure advice, see Financing & Leasing.

What physio & rehab assets can be financed

  • Therapeutic devices: Shockwave, class-IV laser, TECAR, EMS/NMES, ultrasound therapy, traction tables
  • Strength & movement: Cable stations, racks, selectorized machines, ergometers, anti-gravity treadmills
  • Assessment & rehab tech: Force plates, motion capture, gait/pressure analysis, isokinetic dynamometers
  • Clinic infrastructure: Hi-low treatment tables, taping/assessment stations, sterilizers, carts, lockers
  • Hydro & specialty: Whirlpool/hydrotherapy, cryo units, compression therapy systems
  • Digital & “soft” costs: EMR hardware, PACS-lite for imaging referrals, networking, software licenses, training, delivery/rigging

Soft costs are often eligible. We routinely bundle install, training and warranty into one facility so your cash isn’t trapped mid-project.

Lease types in plain English

Lease TypeUse CasePayment LevelEnd-of-Term
FMV (Operating)Keep payments low; plan to refresh techLowerReturn, extend, or buy at fair value
$10 / Fixed-Residual (Capital)Own long-life assets (tables, racks)ModerateTitle transfers for nominal/fixed amount
Sale-LeasebackTurn paid-off gear into working cashModerateOwn again at buyout
Progress-FundingMulti-stage installs or group rolloutsInterest during drawsConverts to term at acceptance

Not sure which fits? Compare with our calculator and explore Refinancing & Sale-Leaseback.

How private lenders underwrite healthcare deals

Clinical case for the asset. What patient cohort or service line does it unlock? Show utilization assumptions (visits/week, fee per session, payor mix).

Cash-flow coverage. 6–12 months of bank statements and financials; lenders look for stable deposits and ability to cover the new payment.

Sponsor strength. Guarantor credit depth and healthcare track record matter—especially for new PCs or expansions.

Vendor & warranty. Mainstream equipment with active support/warranty improves approval odds. We can sell or source suitable units and align coverage.

Exit value. For high-ticket items, lenders assess resale liquidity. FMV leases ease this concern and can improve pricing.

When cash flow is tight during ramp-up, consider layering in a revolving facility via Line of Credit & Working Capital.

Terms, rates, down payments, and security (typical ranges)

  • Terms: 24–72 months (84 months for larger packages or multi-site rollouts)
  • Payments: Step-up options during build-out or marketing ramp
  • Down: 0–15% depending on file strength; first/last in advance is common
  • Security: UCC/PPSA on financed assets; personal guarantees for private corps
  • Covenants: Insurance, maintenance, and no senior liens without consent

Improved performance? We can revisit pricing later via Refinancing.

Startups, expansions, and multi-location groups

Startups. Strong sponsors, credible referral plan, and phased equipment lists are your friends. Consider staging devices across two draws to align with patient ramp.

Established clinics. Sale-leaseback of paid-off tables/equipment can fund new modalities without overdrawing cash.

Groups/MSK networks. Progress-funding with pre-approved vendor SKUs streamlines multi-site rollouts and standardizes monthly cost per room.

We routinely pair equipment leases with modest working-capital buffers using a revolving line: Equipment Line of Credit.

Refurbished gear & vendor-switch scenarios

Refurb or demo units can cut costs 20–40% with minimal compromise when quality and support are verified. Lenders will look for:

  • Proof of refurbishment, service coverage, and parts availability
  • Install/training plan and acceptance criteria
  • Compliance and serial documentation

If you’re switching vendors mid-quote, we’ll keep your approval intact and reissue milestone schedules to the new supplier. When suitable inventory is available, we can sell and finance the package directly—one contract, faster delivery.

Cash-flow stack: more than one way to fund growth

Used together, these tools shorten the path from “signed lease” to “fully utilized schedule.”

Approval checklist (credit-analyst view)

  • Application & IDs + void cheque
  • Company docs: PC/clinic registration, shareholder info
  • Financials: Last 2 years if available, YTD interims, 6–12 months bank statements
  • Guarantor proof: Recent NOA/T1 summary where needed
  • Vendor quote & SOW: Delivery, install, training, warranty
  • Insurance binder: Lender as loss payee
  • Go-live plan: Launch calendar, marketing outline, projected utilization

Send what you have—we’ll stage the rest. For a quick estimate of payments, try the calculator.

Case study (Ontario): Add cash-pay services without cash strain

A two-therapist clinic wanted to add shockwave + class-IV laser and upgrade to hi-low tables. Total package with install and training: $118,000.

Challenges: Seasonal cash swings, leasehold updates, and limited time for paperwork.

Structure: 60-month FMV lease with 3-month step-up (reduced payments during marketing ramp), soft costs bundled, and small LOC overlay to cover ad spend.

Outcome: New services launched within six weeks; average visits per day rose 22% by month four. After 12 months of clean performance, we trimmed the rate via a simple refinance, dropping monthly cost ~9%.

When Mehmi acts as seller and financier

Because we both sell select commercial assets and finance equipment, you avoid multi-party delays. We’ll quote the package, coordinate delivery and training, and stage payments to acceptance—then revisit pricing once volumes stabilize. If you’ve already chosen equipment, we’ll underwrite financing and handle milestone payouts to your vendor.

Explore options:

Frequently asked questions

Can I lease treatment tables and small items, or just big devices?
Both. We frequently bundle tables, small devices, install, training, and warranties into one facility.

What credit score is “good enough” for a clinic lease?
Many lenders like 650+, but strong cash flow, stable deposits, and healthcare experience can offset thinner credit.

Do lenders finance refurbished devices?
Yes—with documented refurbishment, warranty, and support. It’s common to add an inspection.

How fast can we be approved and funded?
With a complete package, approvals can be issued quickly and vendors paid on delivery/acceptance. Try the calculator for a payment preview.

Can I lower payments later?
Often. If performance improves, we can explore refinancing to reduce monthly cost.

Ready to compare options?

If you’re weighing FMV vs. $10 buyout—or deciding whether to include marketing/fit-out in the same lease—feel free to contact our credit analysts for tailored guidance. You can estimate payments in minutes with our calculator or start a conversation here: Contact Us.

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