Manual Therapy

Manual therapy is a “hands-on” approach to physiotherapy involving the use of specific skills including mobilization, exercise and education to restore optimal motion and function, and to reduce pain.

Acupuncture

Acupuncture is used in conjunction with manual therapy, exercise, and education to treat a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions using fine needles inserted into specific points on the body. The therapeutic goals of acupuncture are to control pain, resolve inflammation, and assist in restoration of physical function.

Vestibular Rehabilitation

Dizziness and balance problems affect 40 percent of people over the age of 40. Dizziness is the number one reason for physician visits by people over the age of 65. In many cases, the problem originates from the vestibular system, a part of the inner ear. Vestibular rehabilitation is an exercise-based and manual therapy approach to relieve the symptoms of vertigo and dizziness.

Hand Therapy

Comprehensive hand assessments and treatment including custom-fabricated splints, as required, for conditions such as: DeQuervain's tendonitis, carpel tunnel syndrome, repetitive strain injuries, tendon repairs, arthritis, etc. by a consulting Registered Occupational Therapist.

Pre and Post Natal Care

Specific exercises, education and manual therapy adapted for the peri-partum woman to ease the aches and pains associated with pregnancy, and to help restore strength to the abdomen, low back and pelvis by a physiotherapist with post-graduate training in Women’s Health.

Exercise Prescription

Individualized exercises based on client needs may include cardiovascular conditioning, stretching, strengthening, and core stabilization exercises to improve balance, strength, endurance and function.

Pilates

Individualized Pilates training on the mat and reformer by Stott Pilates trained physiotherapist following a detailed physiotherapy assessment. Ideal for motivated people keen to progress their fitness for an active lifestyle.

Golf Fitness

Statistics show that 1 out of every 4 golfers is golfing with an ache or pain which may or may not be golf related. Pain can limit your golf performance. The good news is that physiotherapy can help get you back in the swing and up to par. At Waterdown Physiotherapy, ask to be seen by Sue, who has special training in this through the FITforeGOLF™ program.

Education

Education is an integral component to any physiotherapy treatment. Clients will understand the nature of their injury, learn how to care for themselves at home and most importantly learn strategies to prevent recurrences.