Physiotherapy is a health profession focused on restoring movement, reducing pain, and helping people return to their daily activities. Using a combination of manual therapy, exercise, and evidence-based techniques, physiotherapists address both the symptoms and the underlying causes of injury or dysfunction. Physiotherapy is suitable for people of all ages and activity levels—from athletes to those recovering from surgery or managing chronic conditions.
What is Physiotherapy?
Benefits of Physiotherapy
- Reduced pain and inflammation
- Recovery from injuries or surgery
- Improved strength, flexibility, and mobility
- Enhanced posture and body mechanics
- Improved balance and coordination
- Reduced risk of re-injury
- Support for long-term health and independence
Conditions Physiotherapy Can Help With
- Back and neck pain
- Sports injuries (strains, sprains, tendonitis)
- Repetitive strain injuries
- Post-surgical recovery (joint replacement, ligament repair)
- Arthritis and joint pain
- TMJ (jaw pain)
- Concussions and vestibular (balance) disorders
- Chronic pain or stiffness
- Women’s health concerns (pelvic floor, post-partum recovery)
Biomedical Dry Needling (Intramuscular Stimulation – IMS)
Dry needling is a specialized technique used by our Saskatoon physiotherapists to relieve muscle pain and restore mobility. It involves inserting very fine, sterile needles into tight or overactive muscles, known as trigger points. This helps release tension, improve circulation, and reset muscle function.
Conditions Treated:
- Headaches and migraines
- Neck and back pain
- Sciatica
- Tennis elbow or golfer’s elbow
- Shoulder impingement or rotator cuff pain
- Shin splints
- Chronic stiffness or limited range of motion
Benefits of Dry Needling:
- Fast relief from muscle pain and spasm
- Improved flexibility and mobility
- Reduced nerve irritation
- Complements other physiotherapy treatments for lasting results
Cancer Physiotherapy
A cancer diagnosis and its treatments can impact the body both during treatment and
long after it has ended. Physiotherapy can play a supportive role at any stage of the
cancer journey — during treatment, recovery, or beyond.
Supportive Physiotherapy For populations during or post cancer treatment
Our physiotherapist, Melissa, has training and certification in cancer rehabilitation, providing safe,
evidence-based care that considers the unique physical and medical needs associated
with cancer and its treatments.
Your first appointment is a one-on-one assessment in a supportive and private setting.
We will discuss your diagnosis, treatment history, current symptoms, activity levels, and goals. The physical assessment is gentle and guided by how you are feeling that day. A personalized treatment plan is created to support safe movement, recovery, and confidence in your body — without pushing beyond what feels appropriate.
Physiotherapy can be an important part of your care, meeting you where you are and
supporting you as you move forward.
What to Expect at Your Initial Assessment
Treatment may include manual therapy, individualized exercise, education, posture and movement retraining, and gradual return-to-activity planning. Care is always adapted to your energy levels and stage of recovery.
- Pain, stiffness, and fatigue
- Reduced strength, mobility, and endurance
- Nerve-related symptoms such as tingling or numbness
- Scar tissue and post-surgical recovery
- Balance concerns and fall prevention
- Safe return to daily activities, work, and exercise
Physiotherapy can help manage many physical side effects related to cancer and its
treatments, including:
How Physiotherapy Can Help
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between physiotherapy vs chiropractic care?
Both physiotherapy and chiropractic care help restore movement and physical function in people dealing with acute or chronic conditions with a focus on education and long-term recovery and prevention.
Chiropractic care works to improve alignment and restore proper motion in the spine and joints, supporting overall body balance. Through soft tissue therapy, joint mobilizations, and manual adjustments, it helps relieve discomfort and promotes better body function.
Physiotherapy combines exercise therapy, stretching, strengthening, and hands-on techniques that clients actively participate in, helping them regain mobility, strength, and confidence in their movement.
I'm a new patient. What Can I expect?
Your physiotherapist will start with a subjective history to learn about your complaint, then perform an objective exam of the affected area. Treatment involves tailored exercises, stretching, and hands-on techniques to restore function, reduce discomfort, and support long-term mobility.
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