PHYSIOTHERAPY

Physiotherapists are healthcare professionals who focus on assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of pain, injuries, and movement. Treatment focuses on working with people who have a loss of function from various health conditions and injuries. as well as people who want to optimize their physical wellbeing.

Physiotherapy Services in Richmond

What is Physiotherapy?

Physiotherapy is a healthcare discipline focused on restoring and optimizing physical function and mobility. At Sano Wellness, our therapists employ a variety of techniques, including manual therapy, myofascial release, IMS/dry needling, corrective exercise prescription, stretches, and more, to address injuries, postural dysfunction, post-surgical rehabilitation, enhance mobility, and promote overall wellness. Physiotherapists work collaboratively with patients to improve their overall well-being and quality of life through personalized rehabilitation programs.

What conditions can physiotherapy treat? 

At Sano Wellness, our physiotherapists are determined to find the root cause of your concerns. A session may include a thorough medical history intake, assessment, treatment, exercise/lifestyle modification recommendations, education, and goal setting that is specifically tailored to your needs and goals. Our clinicians are experts in working with a diverse range of patients including recreational and professional sports athletes, performing artists, weekend warriors, those starting new activities, pre and post-surgical patients and anyone with general aches and pains.

Physiotherapy commonly treats the following issues and more:

  • Neck: soft tissue strain, whiplash, TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint) disorders, tension headaches, cervical arthritis, cervicogenic dizziness

  • Shoulder: rotator cuff strain, bursitis, tendinopathies, calcific tendonitis, frozen shoulder, muscle tear

  • Back: general tension, scoliosis, spondylosis, herniated disc, nerve pain, sciatica

  • Hip/pelvis: gluteal pain, SI joint dysfunction, groin strain, hip flexor tightness, piriformis syndrome

  • Elbow: tennis elbow, golfer’s elbow

  • Wrist and hand: sprains, carpal tunnel, trigger finger, arthritis, de Quervain’s, tendinopathies

  • Knee: ligament sprains, ACL, MCL, meniscal injuries, IT Band irritation, patellar tendinitis, arthritis

  • Ankle/foot: ligament sprain, strains, shin splints, plantar fasciitis, achilles

  • Pre and post-surgery rehab

  • Repetitive strain injuries

  • Concussions (TBI)

  • Posture correction

  • Sports Injuries, taping and bracing

  • MVA/ICBC Injuries

  • Joint pain

  • Autoimmune conditions

Treatment Modalities

  • Manual therapy involves the use of the therapist’s hands in the mobilization or manipulation of skin, muscles, joints and other soft tissues. Benefits include modulating pain, reducing swelling, and improving muscle function and joint range of motion.

  • Functional dry needling is the practice of inserting thin, solid, metallic needles into muscles to treat trigger points that may be contributing to underlying physical health dysfunctions.

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  • Acupuncture is the practice of inserting thin, solid, metallic needles into the body, which may then be attached to electrical stimulation (electroacupuncture). From a physical health standpoint, acupuncture aims to alleviate muscular and nerve ailments, joint restrictions, and improve physical function.

  • Specific exercise programs prescribed to allow restoration or optimization of bodily function.

  • Ultrasound is widely used as a therapeutic modality in paramedical clinics. It emits sound wave ( >20000 hertz) that are not audible to human ears but promote therapeutic effect to areas of injury. Treatment is non-invasive, effective, and safe.

  • Cupping involves placing cups with suction onto the skin, which may help promote healing and reduce muscular pain and tension. Heat is often applied in conjunction with the cups.