Massage Therapy
The master of muscle work. A registered massage therapist eases tension and strain in the body’s soft tissues utilizing a variety of hands-on technique
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CHROPRACTIC
The ultimate mechanic of the body. A chiropractor utilizes a number of scientific evidence-based tools to treat ailments and PROPEL your body’s performance
PHYSIOTHERAPY
A physiotherapist is a movement specialist that assesses your function, determines your limitations, and helps choose the best course of action to keep you moving
EXERCISE MEDICINE
A fundamental part in injury recovery, nurturing your body’s functions and prevention of future ailments. Our practitioners design and implement workouts with your health-history and wellness in mind. Your sessions are billed directly to your insurance
ACTIVE RELEASE TECHNIQUE (ART)
THE GOLD STANDARD IN SOFT-TISSUE THERAPY
ART is a world-renown treatment of the body’s soft-tissues (i.e., muscles, tendons, fascia). Its effectiveness has made it one of the most sought-after treatments amongst the active population. PROPEL’s chiropractors utilize ART in every treatment plan.
MEDICAL ACUPUNCTURE
CONTEMPORARY APPROACH TO ACUPUNCTURE
Acupuncture has been widely studied as a treatment of musculoskeletal conditions. Contemporary Medical Acupuncture uses a neuro-functional approach to treating pain and dysfunction in the body.
CUSTOM-FIT ORTHOTCS
CORRECTING MECHANICS FROM THE GROUND UP
Custom-fit orthotics have been found to help relieve a number of ailments from the foot all the way up to the low back. PROPEL’s practitioners will do a thorough exam to determine if you could benefit from custom-fit insoles.
ORTHOPAEDIC BRACING
BETTER FIT, BETTER SUPPORT, BETTER PERFORMANCE
Bracing can be used as an external support to a painful joint, or following an injury. Custom-fit braces are specifically made to fit your body, so you can move safely, without worry.
CONDITIONING PROGRAM DESIGN
GOAL-SPECIFIC TRAINING TAILORED TO YOU
Have a goal to run a marathon? Want to be on the top of your game? If you aren’t incorporating strength and conditioning into your training, you are completely missing the boat. Let our healthcare experts tailor-fit your strength and conditioning program to your goals.
EXERCISE TECHNIQUE ANALYSIS
A BIOMECHANICAL CRITIQUE OF YOUR TECHNIQUE
Numerous scientific studies have determined that HOW you perform your exercise or sport matters! Weather you are a thrower, golfer, weight-lifter or runner, let PROPEL’s healthcare experts show you how you can do it better, so you can improve your performance and decrease your risk of injury.
EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS
LEARN FROM THE EXPERTS
The greatest tool in the management and prevention of musculoskeletal conditions is education. Whether you are a sports team or a business, musculoskeletal complaints are common-place. Let PROPEL’s healthcare experts educate you and your team on all that you need to know.
CORPORATE WELLNESS
IMPROVE THE HEALTH/PRODUCTIVITY IN YOUR OFFICE
Research has shown that companies that employ wellness initiatives are able to substantially decrease their absenteeism and presenteeism, while simultaneously improving productivity. PROPEL can help you create a culture of wellness within your company.
DYNAMIC NEUROMUSCULAR STABILIZATION (DNS)
A DEVELOPMENTAL APPROACH TO REHABILITATION
DNS is a groundbreaking approach to rehabilitation, that is based on the teachings of the world-renown Prague School of Rehabilitation (Czech Republic). The DNS rehabilitation principles are based on movement development as infants, and how that can be used in rehabilitation later in life.
PAEDIATRIC REHABILITATION
HELPING CHILDREN START OFF ON THE RIGHT FOOT
Injuries happen, even in kids and adolescents. PROPEL’s practitioners are experts in paediatric conditions! More importantly, they are skilled in detecting the root causes of injuries, so they can be addressed quickly and effectively, preventing future ailments – letting your kids be kids once again.
PREGNANCY CARE
PREPARE YOUR BODY FOR THE BIG DAY, THE BEST WAY
Pregnancy-related pain is common, and it’s also a major predictor of pain following delivery. PROPEL’s healthcare experts have the tools to help you have a healthy pregnancy, and prepare your body for the big day.
POST-PREGNANCY CARE/ REHABILITATION
A SCIENTIFIC APPROACH FOR RECOVERING MOMS
Post-pregnancy pain is common, as pregnancy, childbirth and caring for a newborn are strenuous on the body. Let PROPEL’s healthcare experts help, so you can enjoy some of the most precious moments of your life.
There are tremendous benefits to be achieved through regular massage therapy treatments from a Registered Massage Therapist. Whether your need is to have a moment of relaxation, reduce muscle tension or attain relief from chronic pain, a therapeutic massage can enhance your overall sense of emotional and physical well-being as well as your quality of life.
PROPEL’s registered massage therapy services can benefit people of all ages. While it benefits the injured, the ill and the stressed, the strength of massage therapy in preventing illness and conditions before they develop cannot be overlooked.
Massage therapy can be used in the treatment of both acute and chronic stages of conditions.
Reasons for seeing a Massage Therapist:
- Reducing or eliminating pain
- Performance enhancement
- Sport massage
- Improving joint mobility
- Improving circulation
- Improving immune system functioning
- Increasing lymphatic drainage
- Reducing depression and anxiety
- Reducing tension within muscles
- Increasing body awareness
Registered Massage Therapist education & expertise:
Registered Massage Therapist is an individual who has:
- Completed competency-based education at educational institutions recognized by the Government of Ontario (2-3 year program);
- Studied anatomy, physiology, pathology, physical assessment, neurology, treatments, ethics and other subjects;
- Completed a minimum of 150 clinical hours;
- Successfully completed examinations from and have been “registered” by the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (the College) in accordance with the Regulated Health Professions Act and the Massage Therapy Act;
- Maintained their registration by participating in continuing education and a Quality Assurance Program that assists them in the maintenance of high professional standards and quality care of their clients.
A massage therapist specializes in the manipulation of soft-tissues of the body. This includes: muscles, connective tissue, tendons, ligaments, and joints.
To learn more about massage therapy or Registered Massage Therapists, please visit the following website:
MASSAGE THERAPY
TREATMENT METHODS
- Sport massage
- Trigger-point therapy
- Fascial release therapy
- Relaxation massage
- Fascial stretching techniques
- Swedish massage techniques
- Swelling/edema drainage
- Pregnancy care
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Integrated Collaboration Model
the most comprehensive approach
Your treatment plan is based on your GOALS.
PROPEL’s most comprehensive approach utilizes the skills of multiple healthcare providers within your treatment plan, to help you achieve your goals by the most efficient means possible.