Book an Appointment at Synergy Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation (WALLACE) - Near Lansdowne Ave and Bloor Street West
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In-Person Physiotherapy
Pelvic Health Physiotherapy
All Genders
Pregnancy Postpartum
Synergy's Pelvic Health Program takes an integrated interdisciplinary approach towards comprehensive rehabilitation of pelvic floor dysfunction.
What is pelvic floor dysfunction?
The pelvic floor is a hammock of muscles, tendons and ligaments that support the pelvic organs such as the bladder and uterus. It is also involved in controlling continence and the maintenance of a healthy sex life. Women more commonly have pelvic floor dysfunction due to childbirth trauma and menopausal hormone changes. Pelvic floor dysfunction also occurs in men, often due to prostate conditions. Like any other area in the body, some of the muscles may be tight and need to soften and lengthen, and others may be weak and require strengthening.
How do I know if I might benefit from Synergy's Pelvic Health Program?
If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, you might be experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction and may benefit from Synergy's Pelvic Health Program:
Pelvic Pain
Urinary Incontinence
Constipation
Coccyx (Tailbone) Pain
Sexual Dysfunction
Pregnancy and Postpartum-related lower back pain
Painful Pelvic Scars / Adhesions
Uterine or Bladder Prolapse
Low Back or Hip Pain that is not improving with treatment
You may also benefit from assessment and treatment if you are experiencing symptoms that you have attributed to another condition, such as a prostate disorder, or if you are pregnant or postpartum. Some of your symptoms may be due to these conditions, however they may also be caused in part by pelvic floor dysfunction. For example, at Synergy we have noticed a correlation between non-resolving lower back pain and pelvic floor dysfunction. If you have received treatment for your lower back pain and it has not resolved, you may benefit from pelvic floor physiotherapy and/ or osteopathy.
Synergy's Pelvic Health team at our Wallace site includes:
Physiotherapy
Osteopathy
Massage Therapy
Movement Therapy
Do I have to see all the members of the team?
You will only work with practitioners that would be helpful in your specific case. You would usually begin with an appointment with a pelvic health physiotherapist. Together you would decide whether referral to another practitioner on the team would be helpful.
Is assessment with the physiotherapist always the first step?
Yes in most cases, but if you have had abdominal surgery, a difficult labour and delivery, or a history of gynecological or kidney conditions, then you may benefit from having osteopathic treatment before seeing the physiotherapist.
Virtual Physiotherapy
Virtual Pelvic Health Physiotherapy
All Genders
Pregnancy Postpartum
Synergy's Pelvic Health Program takes an integrated interdisciplinary approach towards comprehensive rehabilitation of pelvic floor dysfunction.
What is pelvic floor dysfunction?
The pelvic floor is a hammock of muscles, tendons and ligaments that support the pelvic organs such as the bladder and uterus. It is also involved in controlling continence and the maintenance of a healthy sex life. Women more commonly have pelvic floor dysfunction due to childbirth trauma and menopausal hormone changes. Pelvic floor dysfunction also occurs in men, often due to prostate conditions. Like any other area in the body, some of the muscles may be tight and need to soften and lengthen, and others may be weak and require strengthening.
How do I know if I might benefit from Synergy's Pelvic Health Program?
If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, you might be experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction and may benefit from Synergy's Pelvic Health Program:
Pelvic Pain
Urinary Incontinence
Constipation
Coccyx (Tailbone) Pain
Sexual Dysfunction
Pregnancy and Postpartum-related lower back pain
Painful Pelvic Scars / Adhesions
Uterine or Bladder Prolapse
Low Back or Hip Pain that is not improving with treatment
You may also benefit from assessment and treatment if you are experiencing symptoms that you have attributed to another condition, such as a prostate disorder, or if you are pregnant or postpartum. Some of your symptoms may be due to these conditions, however they may also be caused in part by pelvic floor dysfunction. For example, at Synergy we have noticed a correlation between non-resolving lower back pain and pelvic floor dysfunction. If you have received treatment for your lower back pain and it has not resolved, you may benefit from pelvic floor physiotherapy and/ or osteopathy.
Synergy's Pelvic Health team at our Wallace site includes:
Physiotherapy
Osteopathy
Massage Therapy
Movement Therapy
Do I have to see all the members of the team?
You will only work with practitioners that would be helpful in your specific case. You would usually begin with an appointment with a pelvic health physiotherapist. Together you would decide whether referral to another practitioner on the team would be helpful.
Is assessment with the physiotherapist always the first step?
Yes in most cases, but if you have had abdominal surgery, a difficult labour and delivery, or a history of gynecological or kidney conditions, then you may benefit from having osteopathic treatment before seeing the physiotherapist.
Shockwave Therapy
Extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT for short) is a non-invasive treatment modality which has been used for a variety of conditions in the musculoskeletal and neurological systems since the early1990s. Research has shown that certain pathological changes in tendons, ligaments, capsules, muscles and bones can be specifically treated with the help of ESWT. Frequently treated conditions include achilles tendonitis, tennis elbow and plantar fasciitis (heel pain).
The shock waves used are short sound pulses that can penetrate water and soft tissue. The shock waves are generated outside the body (extracorporeally) in the handpiece of the device and transmitted into the patient's body by means of ultrasound gel, where they have a targeted effect on the painful areas.
ESWT is performed by qualified therapists or physicians. It is a largely safe and well tolerated procedure, with minor transient side effects such as swelling, bruising and redness of the skin. The treatment itself typically takes 5 to 10 minutes, is performed on an outpatient basis, and can be easily integrated into everyday life – immediately afterwards, patients can continue with their normal daily routine.
Common Conditions Treated:
SHOULDER - Rotator cuff tendonitis, frozen shoulder, calcific tendonitis
ELBOW - Lateral or Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis or Golfer's elbow)
HIP/THIGH - Hamstring tendonitis, Gluteal tendonitis
KNEE - Patellar Tendonitis (Jumper's Knee)
CALF - Tibial Stress Syndrome (Shin splints)
ANKLE - Achilles tendonitis
FOOT - Plantar fasciitis (heel spur)
MYOFASCIAL pain and trigger points
In- Person Acupuncture & Tuina Therapy
Acupuncture is part of a holistic system of health care that originated in China several thousand years ago. Acupuncture treatments also include manual therapy (tuina/shiastsu), cupping, therapeutic exercises and dietary and lifestyle recommendations. Traditional Chinese medicine views the body as a whole and addresses how illness manifests itself in an unique individual. In acupuncture we assess and treat the whole person, not just the specific disorder. Your first visit involves getting a detailed picture of your health. This is gathered by using methods unique to T.C.M. practice and philosophy. Diet, and lifestyle recommendation are also included in this process. At Synergy, acupuncture, shiatsu, tuina and other modalities are used together in each treatment.
Modern acupuncture needles are stainless steel, ultra-fine and quite flexible. They are pre-sterilized and disposable (single use). When the acupuncture needles are tapped into the skin, there may not be any sensation, or patients may feel a dull or slight tingle. Most clients find acupuncture treatments to be relaxing and meditative experiences.
Acupuncture is frequently covered by extended care benefits and H.S.T exempt.
Massage Therapy
Massage therapy is a hands-on technique that involves applying pressure to the soft tissues and joints of the body in order to improve physical function and relieve pain. Massage therapy can help to relieve stress, to loosen up tight muscles, and to prevent injury. For more information about Massage Therapy, please visit the Ontario Massage Therapy Association’s website.
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Osteopathy
Osteopathy is a manual therapy aimed at treating the source of dysfunction in the body in order to maximize health. Osteopaths at Synergy are osteopathic manual practitioners. They utilize a variety of gentle hands-on techniques to address musculoskeletal issues such as neck pain and low back pain, and systemic issues such as digestive difficulties, and respiratory and gynecological dysfunction. By calling on their extensive knowledge of anatomy and assessing and treating the inter-relationships between various systems in the body, osteopathic manual practitioners can remove the barriers to the healing process. This can profoundly improve the health of the patient.
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Synergy Movement Therapy
Our movement therapy includes education on anatomy of the region, rationale for doing the exercise, stretches, strengthening, postural exercises, and self-massage/release techniques to manage pain. Quality of movement is often more important than the actual movement and practicing the exercise in a one on one setting gives many opportunities to ensure the exercises are performed with proper form and technique using minimal equipment. Our movement therapists help empower patients by discussing anatomy and educating patients about their bodies.
These appointments may not be covered by your extended health benefits.
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Virtual Movement Therapy
Our movement therapy includes education on anatomy of the region, rationale for doing the exercise, stretches, strengthening, postural exercises, and self-massage/release techniques to manage pain. Quality of movement is often more important than the actual movement and practicing the exercise in a one on one setting gives many opportunities to ensure the exercises are performed with proper form and technique using minimal equipment. Our movement therapists help empower patients by discussing anatomy and educating patients about their bodies.
These appointments may not be covered by your extended health benefits.
Note that prices displayed do not include applicable taxes
Bracing
We provide custom braces that are specifically measured to fit your joint by our expert Physiotherapist or Chiropractor. Sometimes we need a little extra support to keep doing the things we love, and bracing can be a great tool to help. The most common braces we fit would be knee braces for injuries to the ligaments (ACL, PCL etc), Meniscus and Osteoarthritis, but we can help with any joint you need!
Vestibular Physiotherapy
The assessment and treatment of certain conditions that can cause dizziness.
Dizziness is a general term; individuals with dizziness may feel more specific symptoms such as vertigo (their environment spinning), light-headedness, floating or feeling off-balance.
Virtual Vestibular Physiotherapy
Synergy Movement Therapy Group Classes
Many of Synergy's innovative Movement Therapy classes have been developed into programs. A Synergy program has three components: in class exercise, daily home exercise, and a Synergy home exercise booklet or online videos. Synergy programs include 4 hours of instruction over 4 consecutive weeks. We strongly recommend repeating the program twice. First time participants must start with Class 1. After participants have completed a 4 week program they can Flex Book into any dates of that program.
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