Athletic Therapy

Athletic therapists specialize in injury prevention, emergency and acute care of injuries, as well as assessment and rehabilitation. They are trained to develop conditioning programs tailored to the needs of athletes. In addition to providing on-field and clinical care of musculoskeletal injuries for both professional and recreational athletes, athletic therapists are also involved in the design and implementation of injury prevention programs. Their expertise is focused on improving the overall physical health and well-being of athletes, allowing them to perform at their best and achieve their goals.

MORE THAN JUST ATHLETES

We treat professionals and amateurs. If you play sport or are trying to keep active, our athletic therapists can help you prevent and treat strains, sprains or sport injuries. We can help everyone who is trying to stay active and healthy through sport or activities.

HANDS ON KNOWLEDGE

Certified Athletic Therapy is a part of our healthcare team that specializes in the assessment and treatment of musculoskeletal injuries related to sport, work and active lifestyles. They must have fulfilled all the practical and academic requirements set forth by the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association, including the completion of comprehensive theory and practical exams.

STAY ACTIVE

Athletic therapy can help you if you play sport or are trying to keep active, they can help you prevent and treat strains, sprains or sport injuries. We can help everyone who is trying to stay active and healthy through sport or activities.

OUR GOALS FOR YOU

At MyHealth Care Centre, our athletic therapy team understands that as more individuals become active, the likelihood of injury increases. Our certified athletic therapists are dedicated to helping individuals of all ages and abilities prevent and treat injuries, allowing them to return to their daily activities, whether it be competing in sports or simply walking up the stairs. We recognize the diverse needs of our patients and are equipped to address a wide range of injuries and conditions, from pediatric to geriatric populations. Our team is committed to providing personalized care and treatment to help you achieve your goals and improve your overall physical health and well-being.

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Have Questions?

What is Athletic Therapy?

Athletic therapy is essentially prevention, care and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries by a qualified athletic therapist. It involves screening for the problem, and identifying potential problems which can become progressively worse down the road. There is also an education aspect where patients can learn to identify these early problems by their own.

How can an athletic therapist help me?

All our athletic therapists are fully certified and specialize in the assessment and treatment of musculoskeletal injuries related to sport, work and active lifestyles. They have fulfilled all the practical and academic requirements set forth by the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association, including the completion of comprehensive theory and practical exams.

What is a RMT?

A Registered Massage Therapist is an individual who is registered with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMTO) in accordance with the Regulated Health Professionals Act and the Massage Therapy Act. Only members of the CMTO are permitted to use the title of Registered Massage Therapist or Massage Therapist, or the designation of RMT or MT.

A Registered Massage Therapist:
Is registered with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMTO)
Has completed competency-based education at a recognized school of massage therapy
Has successfully completed examinations to ensure that they have the necessary competencies safely and effectively offer massage therapy care
Maintains their registration by participating in continuing education and a quality assurance program to ensure they maintain their high professional standards and quality of care

What are the benefits of massage therapy?

Massage therapy treatments provided by a Registered Massage Therapist can offer significant benefits for a variety of conditions and for diverse patient populations. Whether you need to have a moment of relaxation, reduce muscle tension or attain relief from chronic pain, massage therapy can enhance your overall well-being. Massage therapy can help alleviate musculoskeletal disorders associated with everyday stress, muscular overuse, physical manifestation of mental distress and many persistent pain syndromes.
Massage therapy can be an important part of your health maintenance plan by:

Reducing or eliminating pain
Improving joint mobility
Improving lymphatic drainage
Reducing muscular tension
Massage therapy can treat both acute and chronic conditions. RMTs work with a wide variety of patients in the treatment of illness, injury, rehabilitation and disability.

What conditions does massage treat?

Massage therapy can prove beneficial to many conditions, including but not limited to the following:

Anxiety and Depression
Arthritis
Asthma and Emphysema
Cancer
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Dislocations
Edema
Fibromyalgia
Headaches
Inflammatory Conditions
Insomnia
Lymphoedema
Multiple Sclerosis
Muscle Tension and Spasm
Parkinson’s Disease
Plantar Fasciitis
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Pregnancy and Labor Support
Sciatica
Scoliosis
Sports Injuries
Strains and Sprains
Stress and Stress-Related Conditions
Stroke
Tendinitis
Whiplash

Massage therapy can also be used as part of a preventative care program. This includes sports training, injury prevention, ongoing stress management and more!

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