Services & Treaments
We will do our very best to come up with a solution that works for you at Stride.
Services & Treatments
Physiotherapy
Using various techniques such as MFR, FST, Cupping, Dry Needling, Modalities, Acupuncture, and Heat Therapy a therapist will aim to reduce your pain within a few sessions. You will also be taught simple home strategies that help you combat your pain during your daily activities. Once the pain is managed, therapists and strength coaches will help build up your strength and mobility with the aim of teaching you how to prevent the pain from returning.
Osteopathic Manual Therapy
Osteopathic Manual Therapists are trained to find imbalances in the body (often very subtle). They identify restrictions in motion and through manual manipulation, bring the body's structure back into balance. This re-balancing can address specific issues as well as supporting the body as a whole system so that the body is in a better position to heal itself.
Chiropractic Therapy
Chiropractors help ease their patients pain, enabling them to live the active and pain-free lives they want. Chiropractors are spine, muscle and nervous system experts who specialize in assessing, diagnosing, treating and developing care plans to ease pain and keep you moving. They treat neck pain, back pain, arthritis, certain types of headaches, injuries and more through the utilization of various treatment techniques depending on your needs.
Fascial Stretch Therapy
Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST) is a system of assisted stretching which focuses on the muscles, joints, and connective tissue. In this 60 min maintenance session, your body is guided through a full set of movement patterns .The aim of this is to release any restrictions that have been built up over time in areas that are overloaded. You should leave this session feeling loose and light and mobile. For best maintenance these treatments should be done monthly. This therapy is in combination with other PT techniques.
Acupuncture/Dry Needling
Dry needling is also called trigger point dry needling for myofascial trigger point dry needling. The therapists place the needles directly into trigger points. It is done by acupuncturists, some chiropractors, medical doctors, and certified physical therapists (PTs) to treat myofascial pain. This is a short treatment (max 10 minutes) Acupuncture uses the same needles but is placed in meridians and is also known to diminish pain effectively. This treatment usually lasts 15-20 minutes. Both therapies are done in combination with other PT techniques.
Myofascial Release
Myofascial release focuses on relieving trigger points throughout the body. Trigger points are painful muscle knots. This is often where scar tissue has built-up or where the fascia and muscle tissue have become stuck together. In turn, this causes increased muscle tension and pain. Frequently used in massage therapy and physical therapy sessions, myofascial release involves the application of pressure on these trigger points. The goal is to stretch and massage the area so that it releases the tension and reduces the pain. This therapy is in combination with other PT techniques.
Core Strength/Yoga Rehab
PHASE 1: Using concepts from Pilates and Yoga our team will guide you through 6-8 sessions to rebuild your foundation in order to prevent re injury.
PHASE 2; Using body weight training or light weights our team will guide you through 6-8 sessions of strengthening for your specific injury. Cardiovascular health will also be targeted.
PHASE 3: Using heavier weights and gym equipment our team will guide you through 6-8 sessions of strength and agility training so you feel confident continuing your training on your own.
Dietary Consulting
Amy will help you form eating strategies that suit your goals and lifestyle. These can be implemented to combat a variety of issues including weight loss, IBS, anti-inflammatory diet, kidney/heart/liver health and more, Amy is happy to do a free 15 minute consult to hear your thoughts. In this consultation you can decide if you would like to take it further. Amy will prepare a strategy to implement and will cover this with you during an hour long follow up session.
Registered Massage Therapy
Massage therapy is the manipulation of soft tissues of the body including muscles, connective tissue, tendons, ligaments and joints. Massage therapy is a clinically-oriented healthcare option that helps alleviate the discomfort associated with every day occupational stresses, muscular over-use and many chronic pain conditions.
Reflexology
Reflexology is a natural healing art based on the principle that there are reflexes on the hands and feet which correspond to every body part. The most sensitive of these points are on your feet, because feet are one of the strongest energy poles in your body. All health begins inside of our body, but it is difficult to stimulate our organs and systems directly. The therapist's pressure on the corresponding site in the foot helps break up uric acid and lactic acid crystals that collect in the feet, and is known to overcome blocks and flow to the corresponding body part, re-energizing and relaxing them, so healing may take place.
Aesthetic and Therapeutic Botox
Botox® is a well-known brand of neuromodulator that doctors and nurses use as a non-surgical treatment to relax specific muscles. There are both therapeutic and cosmetic uses for Botox®— Botox is used to reduce migraine issues, TMJ pain, decrease hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) and soften facial lines to reduce the appearance of wrinkles. Neurotoxin (Botox), has been found to effectively treat these medical conditions and is very often covered by your benefit plan. Our nurse Carrie is very excited to offer her services here at Stride Physiotherapy and looks forward to providing you with exceptional care!
Radiofrequency Skin Tightening Therapy
Radiofrequency skin tightening is a non-invasive solution for rejuvenating the skin. This procedure involves applying controlled radiofrequency energy to the skin's deeper layers, which heals tissue and promotes collagen remodelling. By stimulating collagen production, it naturally tightens and lifts the skin, reducing wrinkles and fine lines. It is designed to provide gradual, long-lasting results without the need for surgery to achieve a youthful and refreshed appearance.
Thermotherapy Parrafin Body Wraps
Indulge in gentle exfoliation, followed by a nourishing blend of botanical extracts and minerals applied expertly to your skin. As you relax in a tranquil cocoon, the wrap hydrates and rejuvenates, leaving you with irresistibly smooth, radiant skin. Unwind and enjoy instant relaxation, hydration, and a natural glow - all in one exquisite session.
Health Cultures
Health Cultures' mission is to empower individuals to embrace healthier lifestyles through easy access to premium products. As the owner, I am CNPA (Certified National Products Advisor) certified and dedicated to curating a selection of products that adhere to stringent quality standards, free from complex fillers commonly found in standard supplements and support your journey towards optimal health and well-being.
In addition to our curated product offerings, we take pride in our ability to create custom gift baskets for a variety of occasions including real estate gifts, baby and wedding showers and corporate events.
We look forward to serving you and helping you make choices that support your well-being, inside and out
Stride Physio + Wellness Specializes in One-On-One Treatments.
Stride Physio + Wellness aims to offer the best possible treatment for your specific needs. We specialize in holistic care using techniques such as Fascial Stretch Therapy, Myofascial Release, Heat Therapy & Cupping, and Dry Needling/Acupuncture to reduce your pain.
Address
42 Bridgeport Road East, Unit 2
Waterloo, Ontario N2J 0B3
Tel: 1-226-666-0765
Fax: 1-226-666-0765
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