Foundation Physiotherapy and Wellness has been serving the people of Toronto since 2011. We have a highly experienced and dedicated team of physiotherapists who offer specialized treatment services for any pain, injury, or discomfort you may be feeling.
Our patients have found high levels of success in our treatment services due to our implementation of advanced manual therapy methods, education, and client-centered care.
At Foundation Physiotherapy and Wellness, our thorough evaluations lead to successful treatment plans for your pain relief, healing, and future injury prevention needs. Our sophisticated diagnostic methods, such as movement investigation and gait analysis, help determine which services you will benefit from most and help you recover quickly.
Our mission is to help YOU!
At Foundation Physiotherapy and Wellness, our mission is to find the root cause of your discomfort so you can recover faster. Our team is here to provide support to YOU and help you reach YOUR GOALS. Our success is dependent upon your success, and we strive to create a warm, welcoming environment where you can comfortably heal.
Our treatment plans are aimed toward the achievement of your goals, taking into account your symptoms, medical history, and any health restrictions you may have. We look forward to watching you achieve your recovery, health, and fitness goals! With our care and commitment, we know that is possible for anyone who walks through our doors.
Our Story
Foundation Physiotherapy and Wellness is a physiotherapist-owned and operated facility. As physiotherapists, we find that too often clinics are tunneled in on using technical and passive treatment methods, thus minimizing the client’s active role in their own recovery.
We believe that there needed to be a facility where the client is actively involved in his/her recovery. The more we know about our clients, the better we can treat them. Therefore, it is our clients and their goals, which are the foundation of our practice.
Foundation Physiotherapy & Wellness brings to Toronto a modern and cutting-edge facility that redefines the patient-therapist relationship. You will not hear traditional words like “patients,” or “quick-fix.” Instead, you will be treated as a “client” and we will be your “physical health consultants.”
Our goal is not to simply rehabilitate your injuries (which we obviously do!) but to rebuild you as a person, as an athlete, as a worker, or as any other goal that you are trying to reach.
Our Philosophy
The Client-Consultant Relationship
In the business world, consultants determine their client’s needs, and together, they work on solutions. At Foundation Physiotherapy & Wellness, our philosophy is similar. We determine your current level of function and your expected goals. Together, we set out a plan for obtaining and maintaining those goals. It is a joint process – we bring the expertise; you commit and follow through with the implementation. The end result is your return to activity or sports; along with lifelong knowledge of practicing good physical health.
Finding the Root Cause
Our name “Foundation Physiotherapy & Wellness” is two-fold. Instead of only treating the symptoms, we want to discover the foundation of your injuries. Whether it is posture, lifting techniques, or referred from another body part, we utilize the best assessment skills in determining the root cause. When you start treating the root of your injuries, you can recover faster.
Rebuilding Yourself
Every structure needs a strong foundation. You cannot build on an existing structure without having a solid base. We help you rebuild your “foundation” for better physical health. Whether that involves strengthening your core, improving your breathing, or changing your posture, your recovery lies within yourself. With a strong foundation, you will be more confident in your physical role and you will prevent further re-injury.
Our Approach
Our approach to your recovery is what makes us unique and different. It consists of FOUR key factors:
Awareness: Being educated about your injury is the most important factor in your success. We spend time with you every session to build awareness about your body mechanics, movement patterns, and types of exercises, and recognize symptoms.
Recovery: We recognize the fact that you are in pain and/or unable to move the way you want to. Our physiotherapists are all skilled in the McKenzie method, manual therapy, and acupuncture. Being trained in a variety of methods allows us to provide options for our clients. Each of these methods has been found to reduce pain, improve mobility and improve function.
Physical Activity: At Foundation Physiotherapy & Wellness, we believe that physical injuries need to be resolved with physical activity. Not only will your pain be reduced, but the key is to get back your previous level of function. This can only be achieved through the right forms of exercise. Our physiotherapists have extensive knowledge in exercise prescription and personal training. We will develop an exercise program suitable to your schedule and lifestyle.
Prevention & Lifestyle: Physical recovery is not a short-term resolution. Injuries usually occur from a combination of muscle imbalances, improper body mechanics, and ignoring signs from your body. At Foundation Physiotherapy and Wellness, we understand this; therefore, prior to your discharge, you are provided with a progressive exercise program and suggestions to improve your lifestyle. We also offer products such as exercise balls, resistance bands, and orthotics to help you practice good physical health.
Call the Foundation Physiotherapy & Wellness office closest to you or click here to request an appointment with one of our physiotherapists today in Toronto, ON! We will be happy to meet with you and create a plan for your journey toward health, healing, and pain relief.