Treatment Techniques
Each client is assessed and a treatment program is designed for their unique presentation of pain and loss of function. The program is then discussed with the client and the rationale for the treatment explained. These treatment techniques may include: 
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Manual Therapy
​'hands on'

  • Joint mobilization and manipulation
  • Muscle and soft tissue massage and release techniques, including myofascial release and instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM), Cupping
  • Stretching techniques
  • Nerve tissue mobilization
  • Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation techniques (PNF)​

Acupuncture

  • Dry Needling / Trigger point needling
  • ​Traditional Acupuncture
  • Electrical acupuncture​

Exercise Therapy/Prescription

  •   Customized muscle strengthening and stretching                        programs
  •   Core stabilization
  •   Muscle balancing / postural correction exercises
  •   Physical reconditioning
  •   Functional exercise / workplace training and     conditioning
  •   Pre-hab and post-op exercise and rehabilitation programs (e.g. joint replacement)

Modalities

  • Moist Heat
  • Ice
  • Ultrasound
  • Laser

Electrical Therapy

  • Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS)
  • Interferential current (IFC)
  • Neuromuscular Nerve Stimulation (NMES)​​

Taping

  • Support taping
  • Stimulation tape/ K taping​

Mechanical Traction/
​Decompression Therapy

  • Also known as spinal decompression
  • Neck and low back​​

Custom Foot Orthotics

  • Footmaxx (Brand)
  • Paris Orthotics (Brand)
  • Scanned or casted foot orthotics made custom/specifically for you

Education

  • Work activity modifications
  • Posture correction
  • Injury prevention
  • Home exercise and home program soft tissue techniques​
  • Education regarding health promotion through exercise and activity

Vestibular Therapy

  • Physiotherapy is beneficial in the treatment of vertigo and dizziness from many different causes. The most common cause of vertigo is BPPV (Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo).
  • The vertigo can be overwhelming yet one or two treatments can usually provide resolution. Call or email the office for more information. 
  • HOME VISITS - we'll also do some home visits, by request (subject to physiotherapist availability)