PHYSIOTHERAPY SERVICES

WHAT IS PHYSIOTHERAPY?

Physiotherapy will incorporate any and all treatment methods that will help you return back to full function for your sport (especially CrossFit!).

After the assessment, we will sit down and decide together what will be the best treatments for a full recovery which could include soft tissue work/cupping, dry needling, manual therapy, education, exercises, etc.

​Every individual will respond differently to each treatment technique so it's important that we decide on what is best for you!

Telehealth Physiotherapy

What does this look like? We will meet for an appointment through video chat to discuss any issues or concerns you may have. From there we do a full movement assessment and develop a plan together to manage pain and improve performance. I will send an exercise program and follow-up on your progress.

Who is this for? There are two groups of people that can have the most benefit: people who are limited by pain/dysfunctions, and people who may have pain or weaknesses not necessarily preventing workouts but preventing optimal workouts.

Goals? The goal of these sessions are to develop programs to improve performance and prevent injury. At the end you will get exercises to compliment the programming by the coaches.

How does it work? Assessments will be 30 minutes at $70 and follow-ups will be 15-20 minutes at $35 and can be put through insurance (you may have to check your individual insurance company for details on submitting claims). The best way to set up a time is by messaging through by email: nicolmcniven@gmail.com

BOOK YOUR PHYSIOTHERAPY ASSESSMENT NOW

This 60-minute session includes a full functional assessment and treatment, discussion for future plans and can include SFMA assessments

Dry Needling

Dry needling is practice that uses needles (similar to acupuncture needles) to stimulate underlying myofascial trigger points, muscles and connective tissue. It is a more aggressive treatment technique which helps with muscle tightness, restricted range of motion and muscle activation. When dry needling is performed, we are looking to elicit a twitch or referral pattern which helps "reset" the muscle.

Functional Movement
​Screen (FMS)

A general movement screening that provides a score on your overall movement quality. This helps determine the likelihood of future injuries and identifies areas of improvement. 

Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA)

A movement diagnostic test that looks at the body as a whole to determine the true cause of the pain. It will take you through a series of movements that get more specific to help determine and remove the initial mobility restriction or motor control dysfunction. 

About Nicol

Nicol McNiven, BSc. HK, MSc. PHT

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​My name is Nicol and I am a registered Physiotherapist. I graduated from the University of Ottawa in 2016 from MSc Physiotherapy and have been since pursuing my education in sports and active rehabilitation.

Growing up, I participated in many sports but spent most of my time with competitive curling. The focus on active living has influenced my hobbies, which include curling, skiing, rock climbing and any other sport I can get my hands on (including CrossFit!). This passion has directed me towards my time as a trainer with various sports teams including football, volleyball and rugby.
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​I have gained my Sports Physiotherapy Certificate and am currently working towards my Diploma level. I have taken courses in shoulder rehabilitation, running assessments and movement screenings. Other certifications I have obtained include Functional Dry Needling, Selective Functional Movement Screening and Functional Movement Screening. My excitement to learn and grow my practice drives me to continually take new courses for more effective treatments.

I love exercise and rehabilitation and really hope to use this passion to help everyone pursue their own goals! Please stop to chat with me about any questions you have about physiotherapy and I look forward to meeting you.

  • Registered Physiotherapist
  • Sport Physiotherapy Certificate
  • Certified in Functional Dry Needling
  • Certified Functional Movement Screen (FMS) practitioner
  • Certified Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA) practitioner
  • FRC Mobility Specialist
  • Concussion Management Practitioner

PRICES

ASSESSMENT
TREATMENT
95.00
70.00
60 MIN
30 MIN
With Nicol McNiven, BSc. HK, MSc. PHT
With Nicol McNiven, BSc. HK, MSc. PHT
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