This technique is used to restore function and mobility of a specific spinal segment. It is a skilled technique in which the physiotherapist applies a low amplitude high velocity thrust to a specific level. Our clinicians are specially trained with the highest post graduate levels of manual therapy which allows this technique to be performed in both a safe and effective way.
Spinal Manipulation
Joint Mobilization
Manipulative Physiotherapists are highly trained at using their hands to diagnose and treat restrictions in movement in the spine, arms and legs. Using gentle hands-on techniques, we can help reduce muscle tightness and pain and improve movement and function in the joints.
Functional Dry Needling
Dry needling is a treatment for muscular tightness and spasm which commonly follows injuries and often accompanies the degenerative process. This therapy involves our physiotherapist advancing a filament needle multiple times into an affected area in order to release a trigger point. By causing the muscles to contract and release, you will have less pain and improved flexibility.
Proprioceptive Stabilization
A crucial component to properly rehabilitating any joint dysfunction is restoring the proprioceptive feedback loop. This loop is the communication link between our joints and our brain, thereby ensuring proper movement and positional integration to help prevent ongoing dysfunction. Our clinicians will incorporate this key component into your rehab program to help maximize recovery and prevent injury recurrence.
Neuromuscular Control
Essentially all movement is an interplay between the muscular and neural systems. For movement to exist freely and without pain, a subtle influence must ensure the proper balance between force production, force reduction, and timing of muscle contraction. Without this balance, compensations arise, poor motor planning takes over and often pain is a result. Our clinicians can help re-establish the proper patterning to ensure smooth integrated movement.
Sports Therapy
We work with athletes to not only treat injuries, but to prevent them. By understanding the nature of sport and the effect on the body, we can help plan exercises and techniques that make your athletic efforts more successful. And if injured, we can help lessen your rehabilitation time to get you back to competition.
Return to Sport Program
Our CAMPT certified team will take our training and experience and focus it all on your quick recovery and return to sport. We will work closely with you to define the issue and build a program that is individualized to you and your injury. By understanding how your injury occurred, we can create new exercises and routines for you to avoid experiencing the same issues in the future.
Custom Bracing
We will combine fit, comfort and style with the best custom bracing options to get you back in the game or life. We have teamed up with Osur braces to ensure you have the best product for the best price. Whether it be a post-operative, preventative or degenerative joint support, we can fit your needs.
Specialized Taping
We are pleased to offer a variety of taping techniques that are designed to improve joint stability and proprioception as well as decrease pain and swelling. Tapes used include K-Leukotape and sports tape. We are also pleased to offer taping clinics designed for specific conditions that coaches, parents or partners can apply.
Gait and Running Analysis
Let us provide you a detailed assessment of your specific gait (walking) and running patterns. These results will be used to develop specific strengthening and/or stretching programs aimed at maximizing performance and minimizing strain and stress to the body. The end result – better positioning and more power.
