Physiotherapy Clinic Locations Physiotherapy for orthopaedic rehabilitation in four convenient locations
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Staff at Great Lakes Physiotherapy Clinics Our Physiotherapy staff members bring many years of experience and training to our centers
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Therapeutic services offered at Great Lakes clinics Our Goal is to be the leader in providing physiotherapy services to the people in our community
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Physiotherapy Assessment In order to complete an assessment, it is important to carry out a proper and thorough examination.
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Massage Therapy Massage therapy can be defined as a variety of manual techniques designed to relieve stress, promote relaxation and general wellness in someone who has no definable health problems or help to mobilize
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Manual and Manipulative Therapy Manual and manipulative therapy is one of the oldest forms of physical therapy mentioned in ancient medical records.
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McKenzie Mechanical Diagnosis and Treatment of the Spine Robin McKenzie, a New Zealand physiotherapist, developed a technique of assessing, classifying, and treating patients based on their response to repeated movements.
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Extracorporeal Radial Shockwave Therapy Great Lakes Physiotherapy, leaders in the treatment of musculoskeletal disorders, are pleased to introduce Radial Shockwave Therapy to Durham region
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Acupuncture use in physiotherapy Acupuncture is used in physiotherapy for pain management.
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Lasers in Physiotherapy LASER stands for light amplification by stimulated emission radiation.
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Ultrasound in Physiotherapy Therapeutic ultrasound is in the frequency range of 0.9 - 3 MHz.
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Interferential Currents (IFC) in Physiotherapy IFC uses the transcutaneous application of alternating medium-frequency electrical currents, amplitude modulated at low frequency for therapeutic purposes.
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Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation in Physiotherapy An NMES system produces an electrical stimulus that, when properly applied, activates specific muscles or muscle groups in patients who will not, or cannot, contract muscles voluntarily.
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The Use of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) in Physiotherapy TENS refers to to the transmission of small electrical pulses through the skin to the underlying peripheral nerves.
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Traction in Physiotherapy Traction today, otherwise known as "spinal decompression therapy", addresses the functional and mechanical aspects of discogenic pain
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cryotherapy The sooner you attend to the swelling after an injury the better, and the best approach is through cryotherapy.
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Iontophoresis Iontophoresis is the application of direct current to reduce excessive sweating.
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Conditions Treated with Physiotherapy Conditions treated but not limited to:
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Billing Options for Physiotherapy Many insurance companies allow us to bill them directly.
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Career Opportunities Here are a list of employment opportunities at Great Lakes Physiotherapy Centres
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Physiotherapy Frequently Asked Questions We hope these Frequently Asked Questions will provide additional information that will be useful to you before beginning your physical therapy treatment
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What is physiotherapy in Ontario What is physiotherapy or physical therapy: Physiotherapy is a first contact, autonomous, client-focused health profession
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Car Accident Myths and Reality We hope to dispell myths and educate you on the processes of healing and how we can influence that healing to obtain optimum recovery.
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Useful Physiotherapy Links Following is a list of links if you're looking for physiotherapy resources in Ontario
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Community Links Some useful community links
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Fun Stuff Here are a few simple games to test your anatomy knowledge.
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