Physiotherapy is a treatment which assists people to restore, maintain and maximize their strength, function, movement, and overall well-being. The terms "physiotherapy" and "physical therapy" mean the same thing and are used interchangeably, as are the terms “physiotherapist” and “physical therapist”.
Physiotherapists have in-depth knowledge of how the body works and specialized hands-on clinical skills to assess, diagnose, and treat symptoms of illness, injury and disability. Physiotherapy includes rehabilitation, as well as prevention of injury, and promotion of health and fitness. Physiotherapists often work in teams with other health professionals to help meet an individual's health care needs.
Alexandra K. Grant BSc, DPT
Alexandra K. Grant BSc, DPT
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Owner of Grant Physiotherapy
Alex grew up in the Oro-Medonte area, attending East Oro elementary, and then Park Street Collegiate Institute in Orillia (now Orillia Secondary School). She then went on to earn an Honors BA and BSc at Brock University before earning both her Masters, and then her Doctorate in Physical Therapy out of New York, USA. She is a clinical instructor (CI), and has taken many continuing education courses, such as the Graston Technique for Soft Tissue Mobilization (GT certified), Custom Orthotic prescription, Aquatic Therapy and Rehabilitation Institute (ATRI), Muscle Energy, Myofascial, and Spinal Mobilization courses, and is currently working on a Manual Therapy Certification out of the United States. Alex is very happy to have returned to where she grew up, and looks forward to meeting more people in the Oro-Medonte and surrounding areas.
Nicole Burling MScPT, BScKin, MCPA
Nicole Burling MScPT, BScKin, MCPA
Registered Physiotherapist
Certified Medical Acupuncturist
Level 3 Orthopedic Manual/Manipulative Physiotherapy
Certification of Medical Acupuncture
Advanced Concussion and Vestibular Rehabilitation
Osteopathic Courses including Craniosacral Therapy and Visceral Manipulation
Certification as a Yoga Exercise Specialist
Chronic Pain Symposium
Sport First Responder Certification
Diploma of Football(Soccer) Medicine through FIFA
Nicole earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology and Health Sciences from York University and her Master’s of Science degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Toronto. She has many years of experience working in the orthopedic rehabilitation setting. She also has extensive experience working with high-performance athletes in strength and conditioning, sports performance training, and on-field and off-field injury prevention and management.
Benefits of Physiotherapy
Physiotherapists focus on both prevention and rehabilitation. Treatment can be for problems caused by injury, disease or disability. Here are some examples:
- Neck and back pain caused by problems in the muscles and skeleton
- Problems in the bones, joints, muscles and ligaments, such as arthritis and the after-effects of amputation
- Lung problems such as asthma
- Disability as a result of heart problems
- Pelvic issues, such as bladder and bowel problems related to childbirth
- Loss of mobility because of trauma to the brain or spine, or due to diseases such as Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis
- Fatigue, pain, swelling, stiffness and loss of muscle strength, for example during cancer treatment, or palliative care
Treatments and Equipment
Fully Equipped Gym
KINESIS ONE: A unique fitness station designed to improve strength, flexibility and balance. The Kinesis One activates the entire kinetic chain by allowing resistance of pulley’s to vary in accordance with the increase in range and angle of the movement. It allows an individual to perform sport-specific, work specific and functional movements.
TRX: Born in the U.S. Navy SEALs and developed by Fitness Anywhere, Suspension Training is a revolutionary method of leveraged bodyweight exercise. Individuals can perform hundreds of exercises that build power, strength, flexibility, balance, mobility, and prevent injuries, at a chosen intensity.