Physiotherapy

Research has proven that manual therapy can help to control your pain and improve your ability to perform functional activities. Advanced manual therapy involves specialized hands-on treatments applied by CAMPT-certified physiotherapists. Techniques such as mobilizations, soft-tissue release work and manipulations have demonstrable benefits for reducing muscle pain and tension, and for restoring normal joint movement.

We provide services to children with a variety of diagnoses, both acute and chronic. These can include the following: plagiocephaly and/or torticollis, activity or growth related issues, paediatric orthopaedic conditions, fractures, post-surgical rehabilitation and growing pains.

Symptoms of a concussion can include headache, dizziness and balance problems, fatigue, nausea/vomiting, visual disturbances, sensitivity to light and noise, emotional changes, confusion and brain fog. These symptoms are often accompanied by neck pain, and can be immediate or delayed.

Physiotherapy treatment is crucial in ensuring a safe, timely return to play or other high-risk activities and preventing persistent concussion symptoms. Your physiotherapist will use a combination of rest and activity modification, visual/vestibular exercises, and graded exposure to physical activity to ensure your complete recovery.

Physiotherapists can assist in diagnosing various vestibular conditions and if necessary, refer on for appropriate testing and management. Using a variety of maneuvers and exercises, physiotherapy can help reduce or eliminate dizziness, improve balance, and restore physical function.

The PEAK (Physiotherapy Exercise and physical Activity for Knee osteoarthritis) program is an evidence-based solution designed to provide best-practice care for individuals with knee osteoarthritis. In addition to a detailed assessment, this program consists of 5 sessions over 10 weeks of individualized guidance on lifestyle modification and physical activity to help decrease knee pain and improve function in your day to day life.

Treatment can be provided in clinic, and is also available virtually to make it more accessible for individuals who may not be able to make it to the clinic due to mobility concerns, transportation issues, or additional commitments.

Individuals who have completed the PEAK program have reported improved quality of life, decreased pain, and increased participation in social and functional activities.

If you are experiencing knee pain due to osteoarthritis and have not had total knee replacement surgery, you could be a good candidate for this program. PEAK is evidence-based care that empowers you to take control of your condition through tailored education, exercises, and physical activity plans. It’s a proven program that not only helps you manage symptoms but also improves overall function and quality of life.

Treatment of persistent pain requires a unique approach. After a detailed assessment of your history, pain, and lifestyle, your physiotherapist will develop a pain program specifically for you, consisting of: pain education, personalized goals, activity and lifestyle modification, regular physical activity, and an individualized therapeutic exercise program. These treatments combined work towards decreasing your nervous system sensitivity and increasing your participation in the activities you love.

If you have had pain for a prolonged period of time, or perhaps traditional treatment approaches have not been as successful as you hoped, a physiotherapy approach with a focus on persistent pain might be the next step for you.

Mulligan Mobilizations are a type of manual therapy technique used by chiropractors and physiotherapists to treat musculoskeletal pain. The technique involves a specific type of passive movement of the affected joint, which is repeated several times in a specific direction. The goal of the technique is to improve joint mobility, reduce pain, and restore normal movement patterns.

Mulligan mobilizations are beneficial because they are a gentle, yet effective manual therapy technique that can help to improve joint range of motion, decrease pain, and improve function. They can be used to treat a variety of musculoskeletal conditions, including muscle strains, joint sprains, and joint dysfunction. They are also easy to perform and do not require any special equipment.

Elora Physiotherapy is thrilled to provide physiotherapy and counselling services in your home. Using a secure platform you are able to receive your treatment from a distance to respect the need for social distancing, or if you choose this option as it is more comfortable or convenient for you. 

Without having to travel, we are able to fully assess and treat you, giving you access to the high quality therapy you expect from Elora Physiotherapy. If you have any questions about this treatment we are always available to chat via phone, email or feel free to check out our FAQ page here.