Physical Therapy Services
Initial Evaluation
At your first visit to TheraLife, one of our Doctors of Physical Therapy will perform a detailed assessment of your condition. This includes questions centred on your medical history, the history of your current problem, and a thorough mechanical assessment of your body. We ensure our evaluations are in-depth because we want to unveil all of the possible contributors to your condition. Armed with that knowledge, we are then able to carefully craft a unique plan of care for you.
Therapeutic Exercise
Manual Therapy
Modalities
• Cervical Traction: gentle passive stretch applied to neck by therapist-controlled device, for symptomatic relief from a variety of cervical pathologies
Laser Therapy
Home Based Therapy
Pediatric Management
At TheraLife we provide pediatric services for children afflicted with a wide-range of congenital and acquired conditions. Ages can range from birth to 18 years old
Young children may not understand clearly why they’re in therapy; play, family involvement and one-on-one care are therefore essential for successful outcomes.
Our physical therapy treatments include:
- Assisting with development of functional independence for home, community and school
- Assisting with development of age-appropriate gross motor skills
- Parent education
- Strengthening, stretching, balance and exercises based on needs determined at evaluation
Conditions treated include:
- Torticollis
- Muscular Dystrophies
- Cerebral Palsy
- Downs Syndrome
- Developmental Delay
- Orthopedic conditions such as hip dysplasia, fractures, and sprains
Geriatric Management
Physical therapy for older adults focuses on optimizing function.
The normal process of aging is associated with progressive wear and tear on the body. This process can sometimes lead to pain and disability, interrupting your daily life and preventing you from participating in active hobbies.
Geriatric physical therapy management is effective in improving strength, mobility and balance. It can be vital in restoring lost confidence, self-esteem or sense of independence.
Our physical therapy treatments include:
- Strength and power training
- Balance training to prevent falls
- Education on techniques to prevent future falls
- Pain management
Ergonomic Evaluation
At TheraLife we offer ergonomic analysis to improve home or office ergonomics. Many office work injuries such as neck pain, neck stiffness, shoulder pain, low back pain or hip pain, stem from improper work-station setup. To reduce current symptoms and prevent further injury, an office ergonomic analysis and setup may be required to provide a comfortable and healthy work environment. Based on your need, we may come to your home or office to correct the workstations.
Our physical therapy goals include:
- Reduce repetitive strain
- Alleviate pain
- Workstation injury prevention education
Post Operative Orthopedic Management
After surgery, your soft tissues and bones are in a weakened state and require a period of healing. Physical therapy is ideal during this healing process, because our physical therapists have a very good understanding of what needs to be done after each surgical procedure. Our physical therapists will guide you through each stage of recovery, following evidence-based rehabilitation protocols when applicable, to maximize your recovery. Adherence to the recommendations and exercises prescribed will be key to optimal outcomes.
Benefits of post-operative physical therapy include:
- Minimize scar tissue
- Restore strength
- Regain range of motion
- Speed up your recovery
- Maximize return to full function and/or sport
- Reduce pain
- Improve blood circulation