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INSIDE: • Relief for Your Knees & Hips • How Physiotherapy Can Help You Recover • Exercise Essentials • Featured Service • Physiotherapist Spotlights

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383 Front Street West Toronto, Ontario M5V 3S8 Phone: 647-350-5800

Fax: 647-350-5900 MON – FRI | 7am – 8pm SAT | 9am – 5pm

ONE STEP AWAY FROM PAIN-FREE RELIEF FOR YOUR KNEES & HIPS Our team has been working diligently to create the safest experience for you and our staff. We are following new policies, PPE, and procedures to keep you healthy. Book the appointment you’ve been missing, whether in-clinic or virtually, today! We’re Back Open & Booking Clients

DOWNTOWN CORE

123 Edward Street, Suite 100 Toronto, Ontario M5G 1E2 Phone: 416-979-3022 Fax: 416-979-3023

MON & WED | 8am – 7pm TUES & THURS | 7am – 7pm FRI | 8am – 4pm

514 King Street East Toronto, Ontario M5A 1M1 Phone: 416-703-5885 Fax: 416-703-5886 MON, WED, THURS | 12pm – 8pm TUES & FRI | 8am – 8pm SAT | 9am – 5pm CORKTOWN

ONE STEP AWAY FROM PAIN-FREE RELIEF FOR YOUR KNEES & HIPS

Your hips, knees, and lower legs are tough—but injuries happen. Your hips and knees are your largest joints, supporting your body’s weight. They work in close coordination, giving us the mobility we need. Between arthritis, injuries, and age, however, pain can flare up. If you’re experiencing hip, knee, or leg pain, call us to schedule a closer look. Before you do, however, let’s examine the pain itself. What Causes Hip, Knee and Leg Pain? Hip, knee, and leg pain are surprisingly common. Thus, their source can come from a variety of things. If you’re experiencing pain in any part of your leg, pinpointing the exact spot can help you determine the cause. Mayo Clinic has pinpointed several leading causes of hip, knee, and leg pain. While many causes exist, the most likely are:

Hip and knee pain does not have to arise from sports injuries. People can suffer from hip and knee pain due to normal wear and tear and arthritis. A physiotherapist can help to determine where the pain can be coming from and you don’t even need to see a doctor first. What Are the Symptoms? While leg pain is noticeable by a slew of symptoms, several stick out. Aching or stiffness around the hip, groin, back, or thigh may be a sign of deeper problems. A decreased range of motion can also be a sign of deeper problems which may later result in hip, knee, or leg pain. Sometimes, inactivity can contribute to immobility—and later pain. If you’re limping, lurching or are experiencing bad balance, contact a physician. While some hip, knee, and leg pains go away, those lasting longer than several months may be hinting at a deeper issue. Contact our nearest location today or visit our website online at www.FoundationPhysio.com. We can help you recover from your hip, knee, and leg pain.

• Tendonitis • Pinched nerves • Osteoporosis • Cancer

• Arthritis • Dislocation • Hip fracture • Sprains and strains

PATIENT SPOTLIGHTS

After just my first session with Jared and a week of working on the exercises he

“Having recently reopened during COVID-19, the whole experience was very professional, with great attention to cleanliness and proper procedures in place to ensure that I felt very safe and well taken care of. My treatments with Physiotherapist Olivia at the King St. E. location have been extremely helpful in addressing my upper back pain/tension. Highly recommend. Will be back.” – S.D. 5 Star Google Review cleanliness and proper procedures in place to ensure that I felt very safe and well taken care of. ...The whole experience was very professional, with great attention to

prescribed, I was already feeling better!

“I came to see Jared after a previous practitioner was unsuccessful in identifying the cause of discomfort I was experiencing in my knee. After just my first session with Jared and a week of working on the exercises he prescribed, I was already feeling better! Throughout our follow-up sessions I’ve felt confident that we are on the right track to a full recovery. I definitely recommend Jared for your physiotherapy needs.” – M.H. 5 Star Google Review

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REBUILD YOURSELF

HOW PHYSIOTHERAPY CAN HELP YOU RECOVER

In many cases, physiotherapy can help patients quickly recover from an injury and get back to what they love to do. In doing so, they can stretch, flex, and strengthen the muscles responsible for support. If a joint appears deformed, or if sudden swelling occurs, contact a physician immediately. A typical physiotherapy session will start with a comprehensive evaluation of your entire lower body, looking for the exact source of your problem. Your physiotherapist will customize a treatment plan to address areas of stiffness, weakness, tightness, and pain. On every level, physiotherapy serves to enhance the patient’s quality of life. We’re here to help, and we have years of experience backing every therapy option. Contact Foundation Physiotherapy & Wellness today, and tell us about your symptoms.

Book Your In-Clinic or Virtual Appointment Visit our booking calendar at foundationphysio.com/book We can help you achieve freedom from your pain.

Sources: mayoclinic.org/symptoms/hip-pain/basics/when-to-see-doctor/sym- 20050684 • everydayhealth.com/hip-pain/hip-pain-and-your-body.aspx • health. harvard.edu/pain/knees-and-hips-a-troubleshooting-guide-to-knee-and-hip-pain

OUR SERVICES

RUNNING PROGRAM

WHAT IS OUR RUNNING PROGRAM? The more efficient your running technique, the less likely you are to get injured, and the faster you’ll be! HOW CAN THE RUNNING PROGRAM HELP YOU? Designed to thoroughly assess your running technique and determine the best intervention to increase your efficiency, our Running Program can help you enjoy your running season and prevent injuries.

• Physiotherapy

• Chiropractic

FEATURED SERVICE

• Pelvic Health Physiotherapy

•Massage Therapy

• Pre & Post Pregnancy Program

•Acupuncture / Dry Needling

• Custom

• Running Program

Orthotics & Braces

Our Running Program is now available at all 3 Toronto locations! Call today to learn more about how we can help optimize your run.

•Vestibular Therapy

PHYSIOTHERAPIST SPOTLIGHTS ALEX “AC” CHOW

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Alex graduated from Queen’s University in 2013 with a Kinesiology degree. Following that, he completed a Master’s degree in Physiotherapy from Western Registered Physiotherapist, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist PT, MPT, CSCS

University in 2015. During his studies at Western, he worked as a personal trainer at the Western University Fitness Center. Since graduating, he has been a proud member of the Foundation team. Alex specializes in functional assessment, exercise prescription, and neurofunctional acupuncture. He has a special interest in treating athletes of all levels, as well as individuals with neck and low back pain. He has a strong focus on utilizing rehabilitative exercise with strength and conditioning to optimize function and performance. By the end of your rehab program, you can expect to leave feeling stronger and more confident in your physical abilities than when you came in. Alex likes to stay up to date with the best current evidence and has taken advanced courses on the management of neck and low back disorders (Evidence in Motion – EIM) and acupuncture (McMaster Contemporary Medical Acupuncture, Kinetacore Functional Dry Needling). Furthermore, he stays active in the strength and conditioning field by attending courses and conferences, specifically on powerlifting, core, hip, and shoulder training. In the past, Alex has competed in multiple sports including wrestling, football, rowing, and track. Currently, he likes to stay active by lifting heavy things at the gym and dancing salsa and bachata.

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Alexandra graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology with Honours from York University in 2010. She continued her education at Queens ALEXANDRA SANDLER Clinic Director at Corktown, Registered Physiotherapist PT, BScKin, MScPT

EXERCISE ESSENTIALS USE THIS EXERCISE TO KEEP YOU MOVING Walking Lunge Stand comfortably with your feet shoulder width apart. Take a large step forward with one leg, keeping your back foot in starting position while rolling onto your toes. Keep your spine straight and your forward and back knees bent, so that you make right angles with your hip, knee, and ankle. As you lunge, you should feel a stretch across the front of the hip and thigh. Hold for 30 seconds and repeat 2-5 times.

University where she completed her Masters of Physiotherapy in 2012. For the past five years, Alexandra has been working in the private practice setting; she is most passionate about treating orthopedic injuries, improving overall health and biomechanics, and optimizing individual performance. Alexandra is committed to providing the highest quality care to her clients by integrating evidence-based practice with her clinical experience. She believes in implementing highly individualized treatment plans and relies heavily on manual therapy, soft tissue release, exercise prescription, acupuncture, and patient education. She values the importance of continuing education and has taken numerous postgraduate courses including Mulligan concept, Mackenzie Method, dry needling, taping techniques as well as working towards her intermediate level of the FCAMPT designation. Growing up, Alexandra was a competitive ballroom dancer. She is extremely passionate about treating dancers, as well as athletes. To date, she continues to participate in recreational dance and fitness classes. Alexandra also enjoys traveling and trying new restaurants in the city. She has explored many European and Asian destinations and cannot wait to plan her next trip to South America. Along with being a world traveler, Alexandra is fluent in Russian and Hebrew.

Always consult your physiotherapist or physician before starting exercises you are unsure of.

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