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Physiotherapy
Our physiotherapy assessments begin with a therapist screening patients for conditions which may require a medical doctor’s attention and making appropriate referrals if needed. Once these conditions are ruled out, our therapists proceed with a comprehensive assessment which evaluates nerves, muscles, bones, ligaments and other associated tissues. This includes an examination of injured body parts or areas of concern, as well as how it relates to the whole body. It is essential that we perform a detailed assessment in order to make a diagnosis and develop the right treatment plan for you. Your initial appointment will include an assessment and your first treatment.
Examples of conditions treated with physiotherapy:
Ligament sprain
Muscle strain
Tendinopathy
Overuse injuries (ie. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, “Tennis Elbow” and running injuries)
Joint dislocations
Sporting injuries
Neck and back issues
Pelvic dysfunction
TMJ/Jaw “locking”/dysfunction
Headaches
Joint replacement surgeries
Arthritic conditions
Chronic pain
Pelvic Health Physiotherapy
Pelvic health is a specialized type of physiotherapy that focuses on the assessment and treatment of the pelvic floor muscles. The pelvic floor is a group of muscles in your pelvis that support your organs against gravity. They help control your bowel and bladder function, stabilize the spine and pelvis as well as playing a role in sexual activity. Specialized pelvic physiotherapy is becoming more established as the first line of treatment for several conditions.
The conditions that respond well to pelvic health physiotherapy include:
Stress incontinence
Postpartum recovery
Frequent urination
Diastasis recti
Pelvic pain
Birth Preparation
Pelvic Organ Prolapse
If you are experiencing any of these conditions our physiotherapist can help to improve your pelvic health.
Vestibular Rehabilitation
Vestibular Rehabilitation is a specialized type of physiotherapy meant to alleviate vertigo symptoms including, dizziness, imbalance, or falls. This treatment focuses on your vestibular system – the part of your inner ear that controls stability and balance.
Dizziness is common and can have many causes. Dizziness is often associated with feeling light-headed (for example, the feeling you get when you stand up too quickly) or being off-balance. Vertigo is less common. It is the sensation of movement even when you are still and is often described as a spinning or rocking feeling.
Vertigo is commonly caused by a disorder of the inner ear or vestibular system called benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV). This is when tiny crystals become dislodged in your inner ear and move into areas they are not supposed to be, resulting in a feeling of vertigo and often nausea. BPPV is often characterized by severe, sudden episodes of vertigo when your head is moved, like when rolling in bed or looking upward.
How can vestibular rehabilitation help?
Treatment for vertigo or dizziness will vary depending on the cause of your symptoms. It can be as simple as specialized techniques performed in the clinic to help your vertigo or may include home exercises to improve your dizziness. Both dizziness and vertigo can significantly impact your life and prevent you from doing the things you enjoy. If you are experiencing dizziness or vertigo, we recommend booking an assessment with our qualified vestibular physiotherapist to determine if vestibular rehabilitation is right for you.
Concussion Rehabilitation
Concussion Management
A concussion is defined as a mild traumatic brain injury induced by a hit to the head or whiplash-type injury. This causes shearing and twisting of the brain tissue and creates a mismatch between the energy supply and demand within the brain. It often leads to a temporary functional disturbance and patients may experience various symptoms, including but not limited to headaches, dizziness, sensitivity to light/noise, emotional imbalance, etc.
An acute concussion should be assessed and managed by a healthcare practitioner within days of the injury. This is, of course, important to prevent a potential secondary and fatal injury but also to optimize recovery and return to sport when appropriate. If symptoms persist beyond two weeks in an adult and four weeks in an adolescent, that is defined as Post Concussion Syndrome.
Treatment
Our certified therapists are able to provide treatment for both acute concussion and Post Concussion Syndrome (PCS). Assessment of acute concussion or PCS in the clinic includes screening to rule out serious injuries, a thorough patient history questionnaire (ie. how the injury happened, previous concussions, symptoms, etc), evaluating eye movement and coordination with the inner ear, as well as an assessment of the neck.
Patients will receive education regarding concussion management at home which includes information specific to their condition (ie. appropriate cognitive or physical activity, retraining for the inner ear and eyes, and/or exercise prescription for the neck). You may also receive hands on treatment in the clinic for neck dysfunction. Guidance will be provided for a safe return to sport, school or work, based on recent research. If a more serious injury is suspected, the therapist may refer the patient back to their medical doctor at any point in the recovery process.
Massage Therapy
Massage Therapy can provide numerous benefits including improving and maintaining overall health and wellness. It relaxes tight muscle tissue, which can lead to a decrease in nerve and joint compression and range of motion. This can help to relieve and/or eliminate your aches and pains. Our Registered Massage Therapist currently offers Traditional Swedish Massage, Therapeutic, Deep Tissue, and Prenatal massage techniques.
Traditional Swedish Massage
Traditional Swedish massage is the foundation of most massages; it is best known for basic stroke techniques such as Effleurage, Petrissage, Friction and Tapotement. Your therapist will use long, soft gliding strokes that will contour the body. Swedish massage strokes help to increase circulation and promote a state of relaxation.
Therapeutic Massage
Therapeutic massage is used for both relaxation as well as corrective massage. The massage therapist puts the client in a relaxed state while working out some of the muscle issues you may be experiencing. This type of massage is used to relieve pain and maintain the wellness of muscles.
Deep Tissue
One trouble area is mainly focused on during a deep tissue massage. Sustained pressure and deep, slow strokes are used by the therapist. Deep tissue massage helps to break up scar tissue that can form after an injury or strain, which can help promote healing, increased range of motion and general wellness of your muscles.
Prenatal Massage
There are many benefits to prenatal massage; it is known to decrease stress, reduce anxiety and symptoms of depression as well as maintain muscle wellness throughout your pregnancy. Prenatal massage addresses the discomfort pregnant women may experience due to hormonal changes throughout pregnancy. The therapist uses a light stroke called effleurage which will put a client in a relaxed state. Effleurage is known to help relieve some tension the client may have however the therapist is unable to apply a lot of pressure during a prenatal massage.
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