Physiotherapy
Our Physiotherapists combine their orthopaedic physiotherapy foundation with their pelvic physiotherapy skills. This allows for a whole body physiotherapy experience often incorporating multiple different treatment strategies and using techniques like: external joint and tissue mobilisation, internal tissue mobilisation and release, exercise prescription for both external and internal muscle systems, modalities like ultrasounds, TENS, acupuncture and most importantly patient education. To learn more about EPA’s unique process, read Our Path to Improved Health. To learn more about your unique experience with a pelvic physiotherapist, read What to Expect From Your First Visit.
VIRTUAL Physiotherapy
Are you motivated to achieve your goals but want to know you are on the right PATH? VIRTUAL PHYSIOTHERAPY is now being offered by Guelph Women’s Health Associates (GWHA).
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Occupational Therapy
Illness, disability, pain or significant life transitions can disrupt your ability to engage in the life roles, activities, and relationships that are important to you. Occupational Therapists are trained to merge your lived experience with the best available evidence in order to help you find creative ways to navigate these challenges, manage symptoms, optimize function, and find a life balance that works for you.
Breastfeeding & Lactation Support
At Guelph Women’s Health Associates, we offer lactation education and support through the means of a Certified Lactation Counselor. We offer these services to new parents during the entire feeding process for your infant: breast/chestfeeding, pumping, bottle feeding, and starting solids. This is a challenging and unfamiliar time for many parents, and having the encouragement and knowledge to successfully feed your baby is extremely beneficial. Our goal is to help these new parents and babies to meet their feeding goals.
Physiotherapy Pilates
Our Physio Pilates Program is instructed by a Registered Physiotherapist who is also a Certified Pilates instructor. Physio Pilates consultations are offered on-site, during a one-on-one session. After the consultation, private Mat and Reformer sessions are available, as well as group Mat classes (site dependent). Our program is ideal for anyone who has completed their rehabilitation plan and is looking to improve their health through an advanced independent exercise program. Physio Pilates is a physiotherapy service and is covered under many of the Physiotherapy Health Benefits that you may have.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a tool that is used across several team members at Guelph Women’s Health Associates. Traditionally, acupuncture is thought to balance the energy (Qi) that flows along the channels in the body called meridians. Acupuncture is a safe and efficient alternative to pain medication, but also can have positive effects on the function of a particular muscle, organ or body system. Each provider at GWHA, when using acupuncture will identify the benefits and risks (if any) with acupuncture being part of your treatment plan. For more information visit: https://www.acupuncturecanada.org/acupuncture-101/what-is-acupuncture/
Pre & Post-partum Care
GWHA providers have a unique offering for women looking for pre and postpartum care. Personalized exercise recommendations/plans are developed throughout pregnancy and in conjunction with physiotherapy and yoga, many painful conditions are treated during pregnancy. GWHA’s supportive services have a basket of services that begin with prenatal support, birth support, postpartum support and general family support
Oncology Rehabilitation Programs
GWHA is in a unique position to offer adjunctive treatments for many oncology patients. Successfully assisting a patient dealing with cancer requires an empathic and skilled multidisciplinary team. Our Breast Cancer Rehabilitation Program following lumpectomy or mastectomy has been servicing the Guelph community for over 20 years. For specific oncology programs visit the Conditions We Treat.
Osteoporosis Rehabilitation Programs
Successful treatment of osteoporosis focuses primarily on education and prevention. Women who are either at risk or who have been diagnosed with osteoporosis can experience success with their management if they have the right tools. A critical review of types of exercises used regularly, hormonal and dietary considerations are a must. GWHA’s team can lay the groundwork with you!