Orthopaedic Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy is about helping you move, feel, and function better in your day-to-day life. At Driftwood Health Clinic, our approach goes beyond treating a single injury or area of pain, we take the time to understand the bigger picture of your health so we can support you in a way that feels meaningful and sustainable.

Your care begins with a thorough assessment, where we listen to your story, explore your symptoms, and look at how your body is moving as a whole. From there, we work with you to create a personalized treatment plan that aligns with your goals; whether that’s returning to activity, managing a chronic condition, recovering from injury, or simply feeling more comfortable in your body.

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Treatment may include a combination of hands-on techniques such as joint mobilization and soft tissue work, along with guided exercise and movement strategies to help improve strength, mobility, and overall function. When appropriate, we may also incorporate additional tools like laser, cupping or other modalities to support healing and pain relief.

We place a strong emphasis on education and collaboration. Our goal is not only to help you feel better, but to help you understand your body, build confidence in your movement, and feel supported in your recovery.

Physiotherapy can support a wide range of concerns, including:

  • Back, neck, and joint pain (shoulder, hip, knee, ankle, foot etc.)

  • Sports and activity-related injuries

  • Postural tension and movement limitations

  • Arthritis and chronic conditions

  • Recovery from injury, surgery, or periods of stress on the body

  • Headaches

  • TMJ (jaw) pain

  • Sciatic Nerve Pain

  • Repetitive strain injuries

  • Acute sprains

  • Postural concerns

At Driftwood, physiotherapy is about more than rehabilitation; it’s about helping you move -or flow- through whatever you’re experiencing with clarity, support, and a plan forward.

How to Prepare for Physiotherapy Your Visit

Clothing

We recommend wearing or bringing comfortable clothing that allows us to assess the area you’d like support with. For lower body concerns, shorts are helpful, and for upper body concerns, a t-shirt, tank top, or sports bra works well. This simply helps us better understand how your body is moving.

Before Your Appointment

Giving yourself a little extra time before your visit can help you settle in and feel more at ease when you arrive. Your first session is centered around understanding your concerns and beginning a plan together. Depending on your needs, follow-up visits may be recommended to support your progress over time.

Your Role in the Process

Recovery is a collaborative process. You may be given simple exercises or strategies to work on at home between visits. These are designed to support your progress and help you feel better, sooner in a way that fits into your life.

Frequently asked questions

  • We can help everyone - all ages, all activity levels. Complimentary alternative medicine users tend to be middle aged, educated women. Our backgrounds as athletes allow us to effectively treat athletes/active people. Katie’s training in pelvic health caters to women in all phases of life including pregnancy.

    Multiple services under one roof allows for seamless collaborative care

  • If you are using extended health benefits, please check with your insurance provider. Some insurance companies require referrals for services.

    • We do bill directly to insurance

    • We do take motor vehicle accident (MVA) claims

    • We do not accept WSIB claims

    • We do not accept OHIP referrals

  • Chiropractic, physiotherapy (orthopaedic and pelvic floor), Registered Massage Therapy, custom orthotics, compression therapy, low level laser therapy

  • Monday to Friday 9am-8pm, Saturday 9am-6pm. We are closed on Sundays.