866 BATHURST ST
TORONTO, ON M5R 3G3
____________________________________________
M - F 9:00 - 7:00
____________________________________________
Sat, Sun 9:00 - 3:00
____________________________________________
866 Bathurst St
Toronto
Wed, Fri 10 - 7
Sun 10 - 3
There are 5 steps with a left handrail to access the clinic
Physiotherapy is an evidence-based Movement Science. It aims at the prevention, rehabilitation, & optimization of Movement Disorders.
Physiotherapists 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
Neck Pain
& Stiffness
Low Back & Pelvic Pain & Stiffness
Upper & Mid Back Pain & Stiffness
Sciatica, Hip
& Leg Pain
Knee Pain & Instability
Rotator Cuff Tear/Tendinitis, Frozen Shoulder
Headaches, Vertigo
Ankle Sprain
ACL Repair, Knee Scope & Total Repair Rehab
Heel Pain & Plantar fasciitis
Pelvic Floor Health
Wrist Sprain & Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Tennis & Golfer's Elbows
TMJ Dysfunction
Disc Bulge, Scoliosis, Arthritis
GET TO KNOW OUR PHYSIOTHERAPISTS
Nancy Lu
Registered Physiotherapist
Nancy graduated in 2017 from Western University with a Masters of Physical Therapy, and in 2014 from University of Toronto with a Bachelor of Honors in Life Sciences, double majoring in biological and nutritional sciences.
Nancy is highly skilled in assessment and treatment; she uses a multi-modal approach for optimal outcomes that includes manual Therapy, soft tissue release, muscle energy techniques, and therapeutic exercise. She is highly passionate about getting individuals back to what they love doing most, through facilitation of the necessary skills for life-long health and well-being. As an advocate of health promotion and disease prevention, she uses her creativity and keen eye for body movement patterns to create holistic treatment plans with her patients. Given her scientific background, she is interested in the theoretical knowledge of the functioning of the human body. In particular, Nancy is interested in neck and back pains, shoulder and hand conditions/disorders.
In her free time, you will find Nancy trying new outdoor activities, minimizing her space, and learning how to care for her plants.
In office: Wed, Fri, Sun
ORTHOPEDICS & SPORTS INJURIES
Our Physiotherapists use a range of hands-on therapeutic techniques in the treatment of orthopedics & sports injuries, including but not limited to joint mobilization, myofascial release, therapeutic exercise, and self-management. Read about our therapists' profiles to learn more about their techniques.
JOINT MOBILIZATION
Joint mobilization involves low force and velocity movement of a stiff and/or painful joint.
It is needed for full restoration of movement that exercise alone cannot achieve.
MYOFASCIAL RELEASE
Myofascial release involves various hands-on techniques for normalizing muscle tone
& tissue sensitivity, eliminating muscle knots, and releasing stiff fascia.
This helps to optimize your stretching and strengthening abilities.
THERAPEUTIC EXERCISE
Therapeutic exercise is the secret to total healing of a movement disorder. Without maintaining a home exercise program, the problem can come back. Therapeutic exercise, unlike regular exercise & physical activity, is targeted for your specific condition.
SELF MANAGEMENT
Self-management is the other secret weapon. The physiotherapist will teach you the tricks
of the trade to becoming pain-free for life, such as postural education, sleeping positions,
and self-release techniques. Once you are in the maintenance stage, it is recommended you arrange a maintenance schedule to make sure you are still on track!
Physiotherapy
PELVIC FLOOR HEALTH
WHAT IS PELVIC FLOOR PHYSIOTHERAPY?
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy is not much different than a regular physiotherapy session.
Just like a regular session, the Physiotherapist will conduct a series of orthopaedic tests to assess movement. Upon your consent, an internal exam may be conducted in conjunction
to assess the muscle tone & strength of your pelvic floor muscles.
WHO WILL BENEFIT FROM PELVIC FLOOR PHYSIOTHERAPY?
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy is beneficial for both women & men. Based on scientific evidence,
it can be used as a standalone treatment for pre-, peri-, and post-natal care, pelvic pains, urinary incontinence, painful intercourse, and post-surgical testicular cancer care.
WHAT IS THE FUNCTION OF THE PELVIC FLOOR?
The pelvic floor is a series of muscles and ligaments that form a sling to support the pelvic organs. It is involved in voiding of the bladder and defecation. It plays a role in sexual intercourse and pregnancy. And it is the floor of the "inner core" muscles for pelvic stability.
HOW DO I PREPARE FOR MY FIRST PELVIC FLOOR PHYSIOTHERAPY SESSION?
Dress comfortably as you would for a regular physiotherapy session. The internal exam requires de- from the waist down. If you are currently menstruating, the internal exam can still be performed. And don't overthink it! The Physio will guide you step-by-step!