What is Massage Therapy?
Massage therapy is the manipulation of soft tissues of the body including muscles, connective tissue, tendons, ligaments and joints. Massage therapy is a clinically-oriented healthcare option that helps alleviate the discomfort associated with every day occupational stresses, muscular over-use and many chronic pain conditions.

Massage therapy should only be provided by a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT). An RMT is a primary healthcare provider in Ontario and anyone may visit an RMT of their choice.

Massage therapy can be used as a treatment for both acute and chronic conditions. RMTs work with a wide variety of patients in the treatment of illness, injury rehabilitation and disability.

The services of an RMT are not covered under the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP); however, many extended health benefit plans will cover all or part of the services provided by an RMT. A referral or prescription is not required to visit an RMT, although some insurance companies may require this. Massage therapy treatments may also be reimbursed by automobile insurance companies, if the client was in a motor vehicle accident, or in the case of workplace injuries, by the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB).

What to expect at your first appointment
On the first visit you will complete a confidential health history as part of your assessment. Your massage therapist will assess your individual needs as well as other factors that may be contributing to your injury or condition. The RMT will develop a treatment plan with you to ensure you receive appropriate treatment. The treatment plan can be changed at any time and will be reassessed at an appropriate time. You have no obligation to undergo any part of a treatment. Your treatment will begin once you have given your informed consent. This involves setting realistic goals for treatment, discussing possible responses to treatment, and being informed of alternative care options.

What does a chiropractor do?
Chiropractors help ease Canadians’ pain, enabling them to live the active, pain-free lives they want. Chiropractors treat neck pain, back pain, arthritis, certain types of headaches, injuries and more. They are spine, muscle and nervous system experts who specialize in assessing, diagnosing, treating and developing care plans to keep you moving and pain-free.

Chiropractors focus on your spine, muscle, and nervous system and treat the bones, muscles, soft tissues, and joints that you use every day. The spine, muscle, and nervous system supports your weight, keeps your body stable, protects your organs, and keeps you moving. It also connects directly to other vital systems in your body, which is why medical professionals, researchers, and the wider health community trust the spine care expertise of chiropractors to assess, diagnose, and treat conditions and injuries related to the spine, muscle, and nervous system. For optimal health and quality of life, a chiropractor should be part of every Canadian’s healthcare team.

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Pain changes everything. Chiropractic care changes pain.

Why see a chiropractor?
You want to live a healthy, active life. But day-to-day life puts demands on your spine, muscle and nervous system.

CHIROPRACTORS
Diagnose and treat causes of pain
Use a hands-on, non-invasive, drugless approach
Correct joint motion and restore proper movement
WHAT TYPE OF PAIN DO CHIROPRACTORS TREAT?
Neck and back
Some types of headaches and migraines
Strains and sprains
Arthritis
3 BENEFITS OF SEEING A CHIROPRACTOR
1.Relieve pain and prevent it from returning
2.Improve movement in neck, shoulders, back and torso
3.Treat and prevent muscle and joint injuries

What is Osteopathy?
About Us»What is Osteopathy?
Osteopathy is a profession that makes extensive use of manual assessment and treatment guided by the principles set forth by its founder, Dr. Andrew Taylor Still. The three tenets that guide the practice now are:

1.The body is a dynamic unit
2.The body is self-healing
3.Structure and function are interrelated.
Osteopathy views the body as one unit working together and takes all the moving parts into consideration during assessment and treatment. It understands the body is also inherently capable of healing and regulating itself, given the right conditions. The proper alignment of all layers of structure in a body give it the ability to function as it was designed. The motion capacity of the body is directly related to one’s ability to self-heal and regulate. Osteopathic Manual Practitioners are functional anatomists who use manual therapy to restore proper body mechanics, nerve impulse and circulation by removing motion restriction where needed.

Who Needs Nursing Foot Care?
Foot health is an integral component of overall vitality and well-being. Many people suffer from painful foot conditions that require professional and regular care to prevent further complications, or in the case of severe wounds, infection, and amputation.

Nursing foot care is helpful to all people who require foot care services and who are otherwise unable to provide themselves with adequate self-care. Anyone with a health concern or foot-related health issue can benefit from seeking nursing foot care. According to the Canadian Association of Foot Care Nurses, many foot care patients share these common health conditions:

Arthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis
Diabetes
Peripheral Arterial Disease
Wounds
Types of Foot Care Services
scissors and foot

Certified foot care nurses have received vigorous training in the following practices:

Callus and corn removal
Nail trimming and filing (to help prevent ingrown toenails) for patients who are unable to perform this task themselves. For instance, in cases of nerve damage, arthritis, etc.
Full professional assessment of the patient’s foot condition
Identification of potential foot health problems and appropriate care to prevent infection
Helping patients by providing education for ongoing self-care and selecting appropriate footwear
Nursing Foot Care does NOT include the following services:

Pedicures
Foot massage
Reflexology
Nail polish application or removal
Acupuncture or Acupressure
Closing the Gap is committed to providing our clients with professional nursing foot care. We treat symptomatic foot issues, as well as help patients provide routine hygiene care. If you or a family member requires nursing foot care, please don’t hesitate to book your appointment today, or contact us to find a location nearest you.

What is a physiotherapist’s expertise?
Physiotherapists study the science of movement. They learn how to pinpoint an injury’s root causes.

When should I go see a physiotherapist?
Think about getting physiotherapy if you have an injury, or chronic pain that affects how you function everyday. A doctor may refer you to physiotherapy after surgery such as a hip replacement, or an event such as a heart attack or stroke.

If you are planning to use health insurance to help cover the cost of physiotherapy, remember to visit your insurance company's website to ensure the physiotherapist is covered. If the physiotherapist is not covered by that insurance company you will not be able to use your benefits and will need to pay the full cost of treatment.

What problems do physiotherapists treat?
Physiotherapists focus on both prevention and rehabilitation. Treatment can be for problems caused by injury, disease or disability. Here are some examples:

Neck and back pain caused by problems in the muscles and skeleton
Problems in the bones, joints, muscles and ligaments, such as arthritis and the after-effects of amputation
Lung problems such as asthma
Disability as a result of heart problems
Pelvic issues, such as bladder and bowel problems related to childbirth
Loss of mobility because of trauma to the brain or spine, or due to diseases such as Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis
Fatigue, pain, swelling, stiffness and loss of muscle strength, for example during cancer treatment, or palliative care
What can I expect at physiotherapy?
Your session will be unique, because it is all about you and your particular needs. In general, here’s what happens:

The physiotherapist learns about your medical history
The physiotherapist assesses and diagnoses your condition
You receive a treatment plan that sets goals for you
You are prescribed a course of exercises and any assistive devices needed