Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions

  • A type of therapy that uses knowledge of anatomy and biomechanics to assess and treat
  • Uses a combination of specialized hands-on clinical skills, exercises and therapeutic modalities (devices)
  • Non-invasive therapy
  • The goal of therapy is to return your body to pre-injury/condition function
  • We encourage patients to be independent and not reliant on our services at discharge
  • Pain, limited mobility, weakness are typical signs of dysfunction and imbalance in our muscle, joints and/or nervous system
  • Physiotherapy targets and works towards restoring and optimizing the biomechanical function of your muscles, joints and the nervous system through a variety of treatment techniques
  • Call us and we will be happy to answer whether we think your injury can be addressed by our Physiotherapist
  • Kinesiology is the scientific study study of human movement, performance and function, and incorporates the science of biomechanics, anatomy, physiology, psychology and neuroscience
  • Kinesiologists are registered health professionals under the College of Kinesiologists of Ontario
  • They are specialists in the understanding of how movement occurs in the body
  • They work cohesively with patients to develop and effectively instruct specific exercises to treat and prevent injuries caused by a musculoskeletal imbalance
  • We are able to assess, treat and develop a management plan for a wide array of neuromusculoskeletal conditions
  • Common injuries we treat but are not limited to include:
    • Whiplash
    • Postural Imbalances
    • Sciatica
    • Degenerative Disc Disease
    • Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Dysfunction
    • Rotator Cuff Tears/Dysfunction
    • Tennis Elbow
    • Post-Surgical Repairs/Replacements
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Acute sprains/strains in the muscles or joints
  • Massage Therapists are highly trained healthcare professionals who are regulated by the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario.
  • Our muscles, tendons and joints can tense up and become impaired from everyday stressors.
  • Massage Therapists are highly trained individuals who can assess and effectively reduce the tension in our bodies and restore function
  • Our bodies encounter several stressors through time and a therapeutic system developed by a regulated health professional is an effective way to minimize the chronic risk of injury those stressors can cause.
  • We understand and appreciate that every individuals orthotic devices need to be customized and tailored to your needs.
  • Our orthotics are professionally assessed, casted and fabricated by a Certified Pedorthist
  • Certified Pedorthists are highly trained individual's who specialize in the manufacturing, fitting and modification of orthotics and footwear.
  • When you choose us for orthotics, you can have confidence that you are being assessed by a trained professional and are provided with orthotics made by an individual who specializes in them.