Physiotherapy is a recuperative treatment that aids in relieving pain and getting you “back in the game”, whether the injuring you are suffering from is related to work, sports, or other activities. People choose Be Well for physiotherapy to help them experience less pain, an improved range of movements, quicker and improved healing, and to live a more active lifestyle.
What is Physiotherapy?
Physiotherapy is a drug-free treatment based on making the optimum use of your musculoskeletal system. Specifically designed to treat your individual needs, a physiotherapist assesses and diagnoses your ailment and then prescribes exercises or other treatments to improve your mobility and strength. People typically choose physiotherapy to treat conditions such as back pain, arthritis, sprains, and other injuries. Physiotherapy is also common as a recovery procedure for people who have suffered an injury at work or while playing sports, people who have recently had an operation, and numerous other reasons.
What to Expect When Choosing Be Well for Physiotherapy
At Be Well, our physiotherapists provide one on one care with a primary focus to improve a patient’s ability to move in a way that is functional and independent. This is done through various assessments that will outline certain areas that need to be addressed whether it is functional or neurological.
Physiotherapists are able to use their expertise for patients varying in age. Children and adults are able to benefit from physiotherapy treatment programs and gain independence and functionality. This type of treatment is preventative in nature and is often used in various sports training to obtain maximum output.
Physio at Be Well Includes a Personalized Recovery Plan
Just like all people are different, all pain is different. your personalized physiotherapy recovery plan will be designed to improve your strength, flexibility, and mobility while reducing any pain you may be experiencing. Your physiotherapy treatments may include:
- Pain management education
- Therapeutic exercise programs
- Therapeutic modalities including TENS, ultrasound, laser and hydrotherapy
- Joint mobilization
- Acupuncture
- Occupational retraining
- Myofascial release
Like all Physiotherapists, the trained professionals at Be Well are trained to deal with a wide-range of orthopaedic injuries. In addition to treating neck and back pain, we can design programs and exercise routines that can relieve pain in body parts such as knees, elbows, hands, ankles and feet. Some of the injuries we commonly treat include:
- Whiplash
- Sciatica
- Pinched nerves
- Temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJ)
- Chronic and acute neck, low back pain
- Tendonitis
- Headaches
- Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS)
- Sprains and strains
- Post-surgical intervention
- Bursitis
- Osgood-Schlatter (knee pain in adolescents)
- Shoulder dislocation
- MVA/WSIB injuries
Benefits of Physiotherapy for Those Not Suffering a Recent Injury
If you have a knee or hip surgery scheduled, physiotherapy before your operation or procedure can help to shorten your hospital time and shorten your recovery time.Physiotherapy can also offer benefits such as improved mobility and reduced pain for those suffering from diabetes or chronic arthritis.
Furthermore, an ergonomic assessment of your workplace may lead to improved productivity, prevent repetitive injuries such as carpal tunnel syndrome, and just make your office, store, or shop a happier place to work (reduce absenteeism).
About Dr. Jordan Rabinowitz at Be Well
As an experienced Chiropractor, Dr. Jordan Rabinowitz holds a Doctorate of Chiropractic degree from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College. Jordan also has extensive post-graduate training in chiropractic and other wellness treatments. His unique knowledge of biomechanics, anatomy and exercises physiology allows him to seamlessly implement manual therapy, training and exercise rehabilitation treatment programs to improve your functional ability and reduce your pain. Visit the Be Well team page to learn more about all our healthcare professionals.
Physiotherapy for People Without Pain or Injuries?
Lately, more people who are not experiencing pain are discovering physiotherapy. That’s because a recognized chiropractor has studied the human body for years and can recommend adjustments to your movements or posture that may pay dividends immediately or even for years to come. A physiotherapist may be able to suggest improved body mechanics that improve your daily run, swing your golf clubs just a little easier, or simply reduce stress and pain you didn’t know you had.
Contact Be Well to Book Your Physiotherapy Appointment
While OHIP typically does not cover physiotherapy treatments at clinics such as Be Well, extended health care plans may. It is best to check with both us and your insurance provider for an answer that is correct for your specific situation. It should be noted that you do NOT need a referral to see a physiotherapist at Be Well.