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Physiotherapy
Our Physiotherapists have advanced specialized training and experience in the areas of vestibular, concussion, and neurological rehabilitation, as well as orthopedic assessment and treatment.
Vestibular rehab: Vestibular-certified Physiotherapists will create an individualized rehabilitation program to improve the nerve pathways between the inner ear, eyes, brain, and spinal cord using techniques involving eye and head movements and balance exercises to improve dizziness and balance issues. Our clinic also houses specialized vestibular rehab tools, including the SoloStep overhead track and harness system, infrared video and VNG goggles, and advanced balance equipment.
Concussion rehab: Physiotherapists with training in the area of concussion treatment will design an individualized program to restore balance, relieve nausea, decrease sensitivity to motion, light, noise, and other symptom management techniques to facilitate patient recovery and return to normal activities. Our Concussion Clinic team also provides multidisciplinary assessment services for those with concussion and mild traumatic brain injury, and consists of physiotherapy, occupational therapy, counselling, and neurology services.
Neurological rehab: Physiotherapists with neurological training and experience will work with patients to develop an exercise program designed to improve independence and function with daily activities, promote increased mobility and strength, reduce fall risk, and work towards patient goals in a client-centered approach. Several of our physiotherapists have also completed specialized training to offer MyndMove functional electrical stimulation (FES) for stroke rehab, and LSVT BIG for improving activities of daily living in those with Parkinson's disease.
Orthopedic rehab: Our Physiotherapists have the necessary skills and experience to assess and treat injuries and conditions affecting the musculoskeletal system. Orthopedic rehab includes assessment of movement and function and the development of a treatment plan to reduce pain, inflammation, joint restriction, and muscle weakness to improve movement and functional abilities. We offer dry needling and ShockWave therapy for pain relief, as well as the GLA:D group exercise program for osteoarthritis.
Telehealth Physiotherapy
Telehealth is a service that delivers rehab therapy via videoconferencing. It is a secure video platform that enables face-to-face assessment, education, exercise prescription, treatment, and professional expertise remotely. It is intended to provide you with the same high quality one-to-one therapy that you would receive in an in-person visit to our clinic. If you have a vestibular disorder, Telehealth gives you the opportunity to access a certified vestibular physiotherapist remotely. It may also be beneficial for anyone with limited transportation or mobility.
For Telehealth Physiotherapy sessions, we recommend that you choose a well lit, private space to be able to move around, set up you device so you can be hands free, and dress as you would for a regular rehabilitation visit.
Massage Therapy
Massage Therapy can be extremely helpful for reducing pain, muscle soreness, and tension, and increasing blood flow to problem areas. Our RMTs Jennifer Power and Cathy Cull both have many years of experience and we are lucky to have them on our team. Please book at least 45-60 minutes for your first massage.
Exercise Programs
Exercise classes are ongoing and take place in cycles. For more information on our classes or to add yourself to the list for the next cycle, please contact us at 709-700-1474 or info@nlbalance.com. We are currently offering the GLA:D program, LSVT, iBalance classes, and Therapeutic Yoga.
Our GLA:D program is an 8-week education and exercise-based program for knee and hip osteoarthritis, pain, and stiffness led by our Physiotherapist Tamara Penney. GLA:D focuses on proper posture and alignment as well as building muscular strength through functional exercises in a small group of 3-4 participants. GLA:D takes place on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
We offer LSVT BIG (Physiotherapy with Tamara) and LSVT LOUD (Speech Therapy with Nancy) for patients with Parkinson’s and other neurological conditions. LSVT BIG focuses on improving motor functioning, including faster walking with bigger steps, improved balance, better movement in the torso, and reduced risk of falling. Both programs take place one-on-one with the appropriate therapist over the course of 16 weeks.
Our iBalance exercise classes are appropriate for those with Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, stroke, and balance issues. They are led by our Kinesiologist, Rebekah Leyte, and experienced students and volunteers. Using our SoloStep System, the class allows participants to exercise safely and confidently without fear or risk of falling while attached to an overhead track. Our classes are group-based with stations for cardiovascular exercise, strengthening, stretching, balance training, and coordination. Our team will guide you through stations that will be tailored to your individual needs. iBalance classes take place Wednesday afternoons from 2:30-3:30 and are offered in groupings of 6 sessions.
Therapeutic Yoga is led by Physiotherapist Andrea Hann and is appropriate for those with vestibular issues, concussion, and light or sound sensitivities. All poses are modifiable to suit your abilities and goals. Our yoga class schedule will be updated March 2024.
MyndMove Therapy
MyndMove is a non-invasive therapy that combines patient participation, therapist expertise, and functional electrical stimulation (FES) to restore voluntary hand and arm function for people with stroke and upper-limb paralysis.
Occupational Therapy
Our Occupational Therapist, Adrienne Thoms, can assess independence with self-care, leisure, productivity, and occupational performance. Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCE), work hardening programs, workstation evaluations, pre-employment screenings, home visits, ergonomic assessments, cognitive assessments, and return-to-work plans are all services offered by our OT.
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