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WELCOME TO BACK WORKS PHYSIOTHERAPY

Proudly Serving K-W & Surrounding Area Since 1993

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Our goal is to return you to your best physical ability,

by customizing treatment for your individual needs

 

Back Works Physiotherapy is a multi-disciplinary rehabilitation clinic that offers:

  • physiotherapy

  • massage therapy

  • occupational therapy

  • yoga classes

  • 1:1 yoga therapy

All of our therapists and instructors place a great emphasis on patient education, as we believe your understanding and involvement are key to successful wellness outcomes.​

Our 5000 square foot clinic includes 6 private treatment rooms and a spacious, well-equipped gym.

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OUR SERVICES

"Hands-on" treatment of joints, neural, fascial and soft tissue structures such as muscles and tendons. It includes stretching, mobilization of the myofascial and nervous system, mobilization and manipulation of the spine as well as joints in the upper and lower extremity.

A one-hour comprehensive assessment, detailed explanation of the problem and discussion of treatment options.  Subsequent one-on-one treatment sessions are directly with your physiotherapist and can include as needed, manual therapy (mobilization and manipulation of joints and soft tissue), exercise prescription and instruction, physiotherapy modalities, education and information on managing your current injury as well as prevention strategies.

IDN is a technique that uses acupuncture needles to release tight, shortened muscles that cause pain and alter your body mechanics.  Our therapists are able to apply the dry needling technique in combination with their Manual Therapy skills to provide comprehensive and effective treatment.

An approach used for the treatment of individuals with central nervous system (CNS) disorders. It is a hands-on, problem solving approach that involves direct handling and guidance from the physiotherapist to optimize function of the individual.

Individualized assessment and treatment for concussions and post-concussion syndrome. We use an evidence-based treatment approach and progression toward symptom free return to school, work and sport. An important component to this is completing a Baseline test before the brain injury occurs.

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Concussion Baseline testing is available for individuals or teams.

Similar to ultrasound - shockwave delivers energy to the body.

The vibrations help promote healing by creating a small amount of damage to the tissue. This encourage inflammation which helps to promote new blood vessel growth and healing It may also help break up unwanted calcium deposits.

GUNN IMS is a total system for the diagnosis and treatment of myofascial pain syndromes (chronic pain conditions that occur in the musculoskeletal system when there is no obvious sign of injury or inflammation).

Poor breathing habits can lead to a multitude of physical issues including chronic pain states. A breathing evaluation using a capnographer can evaluate the potential of reduced CO2 levels in the blood stream leading to chronic issues.

Individualized assessment of golf swing and posture to improve your technique and prevent injury, as well as improving sport specific flexibility and strength.

Back Works offers running assessments from one of our registered physiotherapists with extensive background in running and gait.

A running assessment can optimize your performance, and enjoyment of the sport while reducing the risk of injury and lengthy layoffs while training.

Uses sterile single-use needles to reduce or relieve inflammation and pain. This is achieved by stimulating specific areas of the body to produce its own pain relieving chemicals called endorphins which help to block pathways that relay pain messages from the body to the brain.

Back Works offers bike fitting from one of our registered physiotherapist to optimize comfort, support and positioning as well as reduce the risk of injury. A proper bike fit can make a huge difference in your enjoyment and performance while cycling.

A branch of orthopaedic manual therapy that uses both internal and external techniques to assess and treat dysfunction leading to pelvic pain and/or incontinence in both men and women.

Gives external support to joints early on following an injury or may be used if joints remain unstable following intervention.  Bracing may allow you to return to your activities earlier and reduce the risk of re-injury. We provide Bio Skin braces, which are latex free and neoprene free to eliminate skin irritations and allergic reactions.  Our physiotherapists will measure you on-site.  Braces arrive as early as 24 hours after ordering.

Back Works is excited to introduce Progressive Strengthening Sessions with Amanda!

 

Amanda's knowledge and skills as both a Physiotherapist as well as a Personal Trainer are extremely valuable in helping athletes and individuals recover from injury and also in preventing injuries. 

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