Book an Appointment
Thanks for choosing us for your therapy!
Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy is an evidence-based movement science. It aims at the prevention, rehabilitation, & optimization of movement disorders.
Physiotherapists are experts in movement sciences and movement disorders. They are regulated primary healthcare professionals registered with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario. They have a Bachelor or Masters degree in Physiotherapy Sciences. Many pursue advanced training, including, Manual Therapy, Soft Tissue Techniques, & Pelvic Floor Health.
Physiotherapists help you achieve all of your physical health goals through restoring and improving dysfunctional movement! According to modern theories of pain sciences, pain stems from the brain telling you something hurts because your body is not moving correctly. Fix the pain by fixing the movement!
Physiotherapy can treat, but not limited to the following conditions:
Low back & pelvic pain & stiffness
Neck pain & stiffness
Upper & mid back pains & stiffness
Sciatica
Hip & leg pain
Knee pain
Rotator cuff syndrome, tendinitis & tears
Headaches
ACL repair & knee scope rehab
Ankle sprain
Heel pain
Plantar fasciitis
Frozen shoulder
Wrist sprain & carpal tunnel syndrome
Tennis & golfer's elbows
TMJ dysfunction
Scoliosis, and more!
Nancy is also trained in Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy. When booking, choose the Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy service.
What will a Physiotherapy session look like? The Physiotherapist will conduct a series of orthopaedic tests to assess movement. Some of the movements will be performed by you, others, by the physiotherapist. Assessment involves the reproduction of your symptoms for diagnosis and treating planning. Please do not hesitate to tell the Physiotherapist anything that you are not comfortable doing. The initial visit will include both assessment and treatment.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a main component of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Working to guide our bodies in the right direction, it stimulates the nervous system to restore balance in the body and to promote our innate healing abilities.
An acupuncturist assesses the patient, makes a TCM-based diagnosis, forms an individualized treatment plan, reassesses the patient to modify the treatment plan accordingly, and maintains the treatment results.
Under the umbrella of the Traditional Chinese Medicine, there are numerous modalities including Acupuncture, Cupping, Gua Sha, Moxibustion and etc. Acupuncture is the insertion of needles on the appropriate points. Cupping is creating partial vacuum in cups/jars in different areas of the body. Gua Sha is scraping different parts of the body with a special tool and Moxibustion is burning of herbs on a point to warm the body. However, acupuncture is the most important component of TCM, while other modalities play only a supporting role.
The initial assessment will consist of 20-30 minutes of assessment and explanation of TCM and 30-40 minutes of treatment. A 45-minute follow-up session will consist of 30 minutes of treatment of the primary concern. While a 60-minute follow-up session will consist of 30 minutes of treatment of the more serious side (Example: Treatment facing down for Lower Back Pain as the primary concern) and 15 minutes of the less serious side (Example: Treatment facing up for Knee Pain).
During the treatment the Acupuncturist will needle all of the necessary points. Then, they will leave the room for the patient to relax on his/her own. They will come back every 5-15 minutes, depending on the case, to check if everything is okay or if the patient needs anything. After the treatment, the Acupuncturist will remove all of the needles and will make sure none of the points are bleeding.
Chiropractic
Chiropractic is the restoration of function & balance within your nervous system, and the correction of muscular imbalances & joint misalignments.
Chiropractors help people get out of pain and improve their functional movement patterns and range of motion. They use a range of techniques, such as manual therapy, therapeutic exercises, and adjustments. Although hands are the primary mode of treatment, they also use tools to help with more difficult adjustments, such as drop tables, speeder boards, and activator tools.
Massage Therapy
Massage Therapy is the manipulation of tissue, with the aim to decrease stress and optimaize health.
Massage Therapists are regulated healthcare professionals registered with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario who relieve pain, in addition to preventing, treating and maintaining tissue and joint health.
Massage Therapy can treat, but not limited to the following:
Back Pain
Shoulder pain (Rotator Cuff Impingements)
Neck pain (Thoracic Outlet, Jammed Facets)
Elbow pain (Tennis Elbow, Golfers Elbow)
Wrist/Hand pain (DeQuervains)
Sacrum pain
Hip pain (IT Band Syndrome)
knee pain (Patellar Femoral Syndrome)
Ankle/Foot (Plantar Fascitis, Shin Splints)
Headache
Massage Therapy treatment techniques may include, but not limited to the following:
Trigger Point Release: Releasing a hyper-irritable location in a muscle
Friction: The break down of scar tissue
General Swedish Massage: Treatment meant to relax and increase circulation
Percussion: Repeated rhythmic striking
Joint Mobilization: Repeated rhythmic movement of joint to increase health
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy is sometimes called "Talk Therapy" because it involves talking to a therapist about your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. However, Psychotherapy goes beyond just talking. It can help you develop strategies to make necessary changes in your life. Psychotherapy is unique to each client and therapist. Together, you will find what works best for you!
Select a service
from the list on the left
to view available appointment times
Need Help? 4165383883 info@thesprucewellness.com