Grand River Physiotherapy
805 Tower Street South N1M 2R2 Fergus, ON, Canada

Everything is starting to come together over at Trailside! Here are some more photos of the cabinetry at the front desk and out in the gym from @almostanythingwood and our new sign designed by @strausdesign ! We appreciate all of the hard work from everyone involved in getting our new clinic up and running! ... Stay tuned later on for a quick video tour on our story

With our second clinics opening day less than a week away, we wanted to highlight the beautiful work of another local business...Almost Anything Wood! Deb and her team custom made our gorgeous counter tops and cabinetry over at Trailside! Working with us so they could build exactly what we needed, we couldn’t have asked for more beautiful and functional cabinets to (almost) complete our clinic! We can’t wait for you all to see the finished product when we open our doors t...his coming MONDAY January 4th as we put the finishing touches on this week! In the mean time, Physiotherapy is considered an essential service and we remain OPEN for all in person services at our Tower Street clinic! @almostanythingwood

All of us here at Grand River Physiotherapy want to wish you and your families a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! We hope that your celebrations are filled with laughter, joy, and good memories while all staying safe. As you finish up your shopping today, remember to shop local to support all of our wonderful local businesses! We are so lucky to have such unique shops here in CW and we encourage you all to explore their websites as you begin your boxing day shopping in a... couple of days! A reminder that physiotherapy is an essential service and we will be OPEN and continuing with in-person appointments following the holidays! All COVID-19 screening and sanitization protocols will remain in place to ensure safety for all! Enjoy the holidays and we look forward to hearing about your celebrations at your next appointment! Stay safe! From the team at Grand River Physiotherapy #holiday #christmas #physiotherapy #staysafe #celebrate #health #wellness #physio

With the announcement of a province-wide lockdown beginning on December 26, we wanted to let you all know that Physiotherapy is considered an essential service and that Grand River Physio will remain OPEN for all in person appointments! Please be assured that we continue to practice routine screening and infection control measures and that the health and wellness of our patients and staff are always our top priority! If you do not feel comfortable attending the clinic for ...your appointment, don’t forget that virtual care is also an option! Swipe right for a reminder of our holiday hours! #physiotherapy #physio #health #wellness #holidays #christmas #lockdown

With the holiday’s approaching, we will have some new holiday hours over the next couple of weeks! Be sure to book your appointments as time slots during these weeks fill up quickly! Give the clinic a call to schedule your next appointment!

If you have been in the clinic the last weeks, you have likely noticed a couple of new smiling faces at our front desk...Samarah and Allisson! Samarah is a health and fitness enthusiast and hopes to one day pursue a master’s degree in the health care industry! When she’s not working or out for a walk, you can find her experimenting in the kitchen trying new healthy twists on her favourite recipes She is so excited to be apart of the GRP team and looks forward to meeting ...all of our great patients! Allisson is passionate about self development and leadership and loves different creative outlets such as crafting, acting and music! She is always sipping tea, matcha being her personal favourite! She spends a lot of time in the kitchen cooking and is very talented with baking! We can’t wait to try some of the tasty treats that she makes We are so happy to have Samarah and Allisson join our team and look forward to working with them! #welcome #physiotherapy #physio #health #wellness #team

Happy Halloween from the Grand River Physio Team Wishing everyone a safe and fun weekend! #halloween #candy #costume #physio #fun

For the past 7 years, Lisa’s smiling face has welcomed our patients through the door each afternoon. She was always willing to go above and beyond for anyone and there was never a day that went by where she wasn’t creating laughter at the front desk! These last few weeks have been difficult for us all and although we are so sad to see Lisa go, we are so happy for her to be returning home to Nova Scotia! Thanks for all that you have done over the last 7 years, the GRP tea...m and our patients will miss you greatly!! The East Coast is lucky to have you! #thankyou #physiotherapy #wemissyou #amazing

Looking for a fun way to get the whole family outside this weekend? We highly suggest taking in Monster Month over in Elora Spread throughout the town are dozens of handmade Halloween sculptures created by a CW local, Tim Murton! Ranging from the Wellington County Museum, The Elora Centre For The Arts and at over 30 local shops, these monsters are not something you want to miss! Even better, if you visit Elora at night you will see these sculptures all lit up and experien...ce the spooky Halloween vibe of the town! What better way to get into the Halloween spirit than that? There’s nothing better than getting outside and being active while taking in all that our great unique community has to offer! Check out the map in the second photo to see the locations of all the monsters...Have fun #elora #monsters #halloween #monstermonth #october #active #getoutside #fall #spooky #spider #physiotherapy #physio #physicaltherapy #health #wellness #family

The HEARTS for Haiti run is an annual fundraising event that occurs every October! It is a 5km run, walk, or cycle with the goal of raising money to help schools in Haiti feed and educate their students! Last year, the Fergus event was the BIGGEST fundraiser, raising $9,700 contributing to the overall goal of $55,000! The money raised will not only help the students at these schools get the proper classroom supplies, but also provide them with scholarship opportunities an...d food programs to feed students 2-3 meals per week! Grand River Physiotherapy has been a proud sponsor of this wonderful event for 15 years and we are so happy to see the community come together each year for such a great cause! This year’s event will be held virtually from October 16-26 and you can run/walk/cycle one of the mapped out routes or create your own! We hope you will join us for this great event Registration and fundraising info can be found at standrewsfergus.org

All of us here at Grand River Physiotherapy want to wish you and your families a safe and happy Thanksgiving! We are so thankful for our wonderful team and patients at GRP, our families, friends, and our beautiful country! Share with us in the comments below what you are thankful for or how you are spending this gorgeous, sunny weekend!

Not sure what a physio appointment looks like? Here’s a little snippet into what you can expect! For your first initial consult: We will take the time to discuss the issue at hand, look at any records or tests from hospitals/doctors, assess the injury and proceed to do your first appointment which can consist of a variety of techniques depending on the diagnosis (approx. 1 hour)... Second and beyond: Together we will decide on how many appointments are needed thereafter. We’ll perform different techniques based on your needs, such as manual therapy, acupuncture or electrotherapy. And, if required we’d prescribe you take home exercises to be performed before your following session (approx. 20 minutes). Our sessions continue until we see significant progression and improvements! If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out - we're here to help #physiotherapist #physiotherapy #physio #consultation #health #wellness #exercise #centrewellington

Did you know that we offer acupuncture to our patients? Acupuncture is an ancient art, originating in China, which involves inserting fine needles into specific points on the body. It’s a safe and effective alternative to medication. By using the knowledge of the fourteen energy meridians in Traditional Chinese Medicine, specific acupuncture points are chosen to decrease pain, relax spasm, reduce inflammation and restore function and movement in your body.... If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out

Vertigo is an extreme form of dizziness that can feel very deliberating. Nausea, vomiting are common symptoms and moving or sitting up can make the symptoms feel worse. There are many reasons as to what causes vertigo, such as head trauma, ear infections or diseases. After retrieving an accurate diagnosis, a physiotherapist can help treat symptoms and increase activity levels if you experience vertigo. ... We can help by improving your balance, assigning exercises to help the vestibular system, monitor progress and challenge the vestibular, balance & visual systems. As always, we’re here to help call us if you have any questions! #physiotherapy #physiotherapist #physio #vertigo #dizziness #balance #exercise #health #centrewellington

Congratulations to Leah Hutchison, one of our recent Centre Wellington Co-op students. Not only is Leah going to the McMaster kinesiology program in the Fall, she was also awarded a Groves scholarship for her academic and community contributions. Way to go Leah!! We hope this puts you on the path to one day becoming a physiotherapist All of us at Grand River Physiotherapy are so happy for you!! ... #physiocanhelp #strongertogether #physiotherapy #opa #centerwellington #fergusphysiotherapy #virtualphysio #covid19 #covid-19 #coronavirus #besafe #socialdistancing #fergus #centrewellington #reopening

A few weeks ago, Robert, one of Mark’s patients participated in the annual Walk the Block for Parkinson’s in an effort to raise money to help find a cure for Parkinson’s disease! Parkinson’s disease is a degenerative neurological disease that affects a person’s motor and non-motor functioning. With the loss of the chemical dopamine in the brain, the communication between your muscles and your brain is impacted leading to slower, stiffer muscular movements and tremors,... among other things! Together, Mark and Robert have been working on improving balance, core strength, and releasing tight muscles to improve his motor function! Robert continues to be passionate community member who is dedicated to helping find a cure for Parkinson’s and we are so happy to help support such a great cause! If you want to learn more about Parkinson’s disease and how you can get involved in next year’s event with Robert, visit the Parkinson’s Society website!

Remember our baseball pitcher from a few weeks ago with the elbow injury? Good news...he is back to pitching at his elite pre-injury level! We are so proud with how far he has come in just a few short months with all of the hard work that he has put in both at the clinic and at home/practice! Starting from the ground up, we not only worked on his elbow but also his lower body, core, and shoulder. By focusing on these other areas in addition to the elbow, Noah was able to r...ecover faster and realize that using his legs, core, and scapular muscles when he pitched made him a more efficient pitcher! We are so glad that he has been able to rejoin his team and get back to his intense 5-6 days per week training schedule! Keep up the great work Noah! If you have an injury that is keeping you from doing what you love, give us a call to schedule an assessment with one of our registered physiotherapists!

We offer a variety of therapy techniques and services for our patients! If you haven't had a chance to check out our website, here are some of the ways we’re here to help: - physiotherapy - manual therapy - vertigo/dizziness(vestibular rehab)... - pelvic health - massage therapy - concussion management - gunn intramuscular stimulation - acupuncture - TMJ rehab - exercise prescription - electrotherapy - on site orthotics consultation If you have any questions, give us a call to book an assessment with one of our registered physiotherapists #physiotherapist #physiotherapy #physio #health #wellness #centrewellington See more

Did you know physiotherapy can help with arthritis? Arthritis is the most common type of joint disease, happening in any joint of the body, but mainly in our hands, knees, hips and spine. 80% of people with arthritis are over the age of 55; Women are 2-3x more likely to develop arthritis; Obesity can impact it; And jobs that require putting weight on joints are at higher risks... As a physiotherapist, we aim to help patients with arthritis to improve their quality of life by: lessening pain, improving range of motion and mobility, reducing swelling and preventing fractures and further injuries. If you or someone you know is dealing with arthritis, reach out and we’d be more than happy to help in your journey of healing!

Grand River Physiotherapy is a proud sponsor of Groves Memorial Hospital Foundation and we couldn’t be more excited to finally see our new hospital up and running! Our patients have been saying fantastic things about the beautiful facility and the wonderful hard-working staff members! Our community is extremely lucky as healthcare in Centre Wellington has never looked so great! If you are interested in learning more about the foundation or wish to see the inside of our new state of the art hospital, be sure to check out the Groves Memorial Hospital website for a virtual tour. #physiotherapy #physio #fergus #groves #physiotherapist #health #hospital #wellness

Wishing you all a safe & happy Canada day - from all of us ah Grand River Physiotherapy

Low back pain is never enjoyable, and although the pain may feel severe to you, most low back pain is not a serious issue. Most of the time we can assess, diagnose and intervene without the use of diagnostic imaging, allowing you to get treatment and help faster - because the earlier we help, the quicker you can get back to full activity! Some of the ways we can help are through manual therapy and assigning movement and strength exercises.... Before starting to manage any low back pain on your own, please contact one of our regular physiotherapists to book an assessment! We are here to help #physiotherapy #physiotherapist #physio #backpain #lowback #lowbackpainrelief #exercises #therapy #centrewellington

Happy Birthday Tyler! We hope you have a great day! Thanks to Janet and Remy who decorated his door at work - our way of celebrating in our new normal #physiocanhelp #strongertogether #physiotherapy #opa #centerwellington #fergusphysiotherapy #virtualphysio #covid19 #covid-19 #coronavirus #besafe #socialdistancing #fergus #centrewellington #reopening

Come join our growing team! Grand river Physiotherapy is looking for a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) to join us in our very busy clinic We would be happy to give you further details about the job - just email [email protected] and we will answer any questions you may have! Have a great weekend

Happy Monday! We are back seeing patients with PPE in place and all safety measures being followed. Thank you for your patience on our first week back as we worked out the kinks with our new policies and procedures. A big thank you to our awesome team everyone worked hard last week and is doing a great job getting used to masks, face shields and cleaning! Video conferencing is still an option for those of you who feel more comfortable seeing one of us from home All... our therapists are able to do virtual appointments or see you in person at the clinic. Please call 519-787-2714 to book an appointment or for any other questions you may have. #physiocanhelp #strongertogether #physiotherapy #opa #centerwellington #fergusphysiotherapy #virtualphysio #NPM #covid19 #covid-19 #coronavirus #besafe #socialdistancing #fergus #centrewellington#reopening

All ready for our re-opening today! Our team has worked hard over the weekend for our final preparations- everything looks awesome! A special thank you to @alphagraphicsandsigns for the photo collage of our staff and our Welcome Back! Banner. We are keeping you safe with all new policies and procedures. Please visit www.grandriverphysio.net for more information. #physiocanhelp #strongertogether #physiotherapy #opa #centerwellington #fergusphysiotherapy #virtualphysio #NPM #covid19 #covid-19 #coronavirus #besafe #socialdistancing #fergus #centrewellington#reopening

Some misconceptions about concussions..

The good news has arrived!! We are so happy to reopen our doors on Monday, June 1st and welcome you back in to our clinic! Our team has been hard at work getting ready and we feel confident that we have taken all the correct measures to ensure your safety. Thank you so much for your patience and support, we work in the best community!! Some of the new policies and procedures will include:... A screening questionnaire before entering the clinic Bringing your own mask or face covering to treatments Hand sanitizing and appropriate physical distancing measures Our new policy and procedures for COVID-19 will be posted shortly on our website ( www.grandriverphysio.net ) along with an awesome video detailing what your visit will look like Please call the clinic at 519-787-2714 to book your next appointment #physiocanhelp #strongertogether #physiotherapy #opa #centerwellington #fergusphysiotherapy #virtualphysio #NPM #covid19 #covid-19 #coronavirus #besafe #socialdistancing #fergus #centrewellington

How to prevent falls and stay healthy!

Our next highlight for National Physiotherapy Month is our pelvic floor physiotherapist, Stacy Pelvic floor physiotherapy can help with many conditions, such as urinary and fecal incontinence, urinary frequency and urgency, pelvic organ prolapse, pain with intercourse as well as pregnancy, birth and recovery postpartum! Our pelvic health is more than just the pelvic floor and kegels; it’s a combination of 4 different muscles in our body pelvic floor, diaphragm, transverse... abdominis and multifidus - all working together to support our optimal health. I love being a physiotherapist because to me, it's all about the people. From hearing their story and what brings them to physio and then using my knowledge and skills, and a healthy dash of life experience, I develop a care plan WITH the patient so they can achieve their goals toward improved health and well-being. When I’m not in the office helping patients, you can find me hiking with my red lab, Jethro or with anyone else who will join me like my husband, kids or friends. I enjoy hiking outside the city in beautiful wooded areas near water! #physiocanhelp #strongertogether #physiotherapy #opa #centerwellington #fergusphysiotherapy #virtualphysio #NPM #covid19 #covid-19 #coronavirus

Happy Friday everyone! We are staying positive and our fingers are crossed that next week the government will tell us we are allowed to re-open. We have so many loyal, dedicated clients who we really can’t wait to see In the meantime we wanted to let you know that WE HEAR YOU!! The waitlist is open!! Call or email the clinic and we will put you on the list..... 519-787-2714 or [email protected] #physiocanhelp #strongertogether #physiotherapy #opa #centerwellington #fergusphysiotherapy #virtualphysio #NPM #covid19 #covid-19 #coronavirus #besafe #socialdistancing #fergus #centrewellington

As national physiotherapy month continues we would send a big shout out to our awesome Physio Tyler!! Here is what he has to say....!! First off, myself and GRP would like to thank all of the front line workers who have been doing an amazing job during this difficult time, many of whom are colleagues and friends. Thank you so much Over the last few months I have been spending the majority of my time entertaining my 5 month old son and spending time with my wife. Our little ...guy has definately kept us occupied and has made this quarantine much more entertaining. I know that many of us are not as active as usual and you may be finding that your legs are feeling a bit more tight from all that sitting. Try some of these stretches out (some are alternatives/progressions of the same stretch) to help keep you moving and decrease some lower extremity tension. Hold for 30s and perform 3 repetitions on each leg, repeat 3x a day. Looking forward to seeing everyone in the clinic again soon! If you would like to be on the first-to-call-list for when we re-open please call or email the clinic and we will put you on the list!! 519-787-2714 or [email protected]

A huge THANK YOU to Grand River Glass who came and installed our new tempered glass barrier!! It looks awesome and is just what we needed to keep our clients and staff safe!! As we get ready to re-open soon, we wanted to thank you for all the calls and emails about returning for treatment ASAP. If you would like to be on the first-to-call-list for when we re-open, please call or email the clinic and we will put you on the list!! 519-787-2714 or [email protected]

"If you don’t like how you feel today, then know that you can make a change. It won’t always be easy, but look at it as an opportunity." What are some of the ways that you take care of your overall health?