Sports Physiotherapy Oakville, ON

Sports Physiotherapy

What is a Sport Physiotherapist?

A ‘Sport Physiotherapist’ is a physiotherapist who has completed the Diploma in Sport Physiotherapy through Sport Physiotherapy Canada (a Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association). The Diploma holder has experience in the care of athletes of all levels, be it the high performance national or provincial level athlete, or the everyday active Canadian. The education system of SPC allows the physiotherapist to gain experience and education through courses in areas such as athletic taping, protective equipment, emergency care, concussion management and exercise prescription. Physiotherapists gain valuable field experience towards their Diploma by working closely with experienced therapists in a mentorship program.

In Canada, there are over 350 physiotherapists who have achieved the Certificate level in Sport Physiotherapy, and over 250 physiotherapists who have achieved the Diploma in Sport Physiotherapy. The expertise gained in dealing with sports injuries allows these Physiotherapists to guide the athlete in a safe and efficient manner back to full activity. The training done by these physiotherapists involves 1600 hours in on-field care in a variety of sports. The examination process overseen by Sport Physiotherapy Canada ensures these physiotherapists have achieved a high standard of care and have expertise in the treatment of sports injuries.

A Sport Physiotherapist has a background in orthopaedics and adds the skills learned during the certificate and diploma training to his/her treatment tools.  They understand the biomechanics of sport and the underlying causes of injuries. This allows them to better understand injuries and safely get athletes back to play. 

Sport physiotherapy can help athletes with:

  • Sport and activity-related aches and pains, sprains and strains
  • Overuse injuries
  • Concussion prevention, assessment and recovery
  • Balance, range of motion, strength, stability, mobility, speed, power and agility required to return to sport
  • Education regarding injury risk management and prevention
  • Performing at your absolute best (maintenance and performance improvement)
  • Returning to activity after a surgery (e.g. ACL repair or rotator cuff surgery)

To summarize, the skills of a Sport Physiotherapist include athletic taping, functional return to sport training, exercise physiology, sport massage, and concussion evaluation and management. They have the skills and ability to work with sport organizations to help establish a comprehensive medical support system for an organization, whether it is at the grassroots level or the high performance level. Many of the Diploma holders in Sport Physiotherapy have worked with Canada’s top athletes at all levels of sport.

It is important to note that the word ‘trainer’ is used in reference to someone working with a team or sport who provides a variety of support services to the team. The trainer may be a Sport Physiotherapy Canada Certificate or Diploma holder or a physiotherapist, chiropractor, or athletic therapist. Some trainers may have no formal medical training other than a first aid certificate and knowledge of the sport. It is important to know the qualifications of potential medical staff prior to engaging their services. Physiotherapists are licensed through provincial colleges and SPC qualified physiotherapists can be found through its website.

SEE HOW WE’VE HELPED OUR OAKVILLE, ON COMMUNITY GET BACK TO THEIR LIVES!

I worked closely with Pat over the fall and winter in hopes to rehab my rotator cuff injury and get back on the baseball diamond. After a few sessions, Pat sent me home with a number of exercises to work on over the winter. I’m back to playing baseball and largely because of the great treatment I received from Pat!

– Andrew P.

Pat was wonderful with my nine-year-old gymnast who was experiencing ankle pain. He has a great rapport with kids and explained the exercises very clearly to her. Dahlia now thinks physio is fun and even though she is pain-free she keeps asking when she can go back!

– Jessica S.

Pat has worked wonders with my daughter, getting her through a tricky hip injury without derailing her whole skating season. And the virtual treatment option that Leaps & Bounds is offering during COVID-19 is so effective and professional!

– Jocelyn C.

I have been to many physiotherapists and by far Pat is the best at diagnosing and treating my sports related injuries. He is also extremely accommodating and will always find a time to fit me in.

– Jaime G.

Pat has always got me back from my injuries in good timing and had always made sure I was ready before I stepped back into the crease for a game.

– Luca D.

I brought my son in to work with Pat and he went above and beyond. It was a complicated back issue which did not deter Pat in the least. Every week, he came up with innovative, out of the box methods, to tackle the issue. My son is now back in full basketball swing and we have Pat at Leaps and Bounds to thank for this.

– Linda P.

A few months ago, I sustained a high ankle sprain from soccer. I was barely able to walk, however, after a few months of physio from Anthony, I am now back on the soccer field and better than ever.

– Vanessa C.

Pat and his team at Leaps and Bounds have been an integral part of my competitive athlete’s journey with injuries and recoveries. They are extremely knowledgeable and treat their patients as if they are part of their own family. I would highly recommend Leaps and Bounds to anyone who is in search of a physiotherapist who takes the time to listen to their clients and works to resolve their problems to return to play as quickly as possible.

– Michelle J.

We have had an extremely positive experience at Leaps and Bounds for our daughter (competitive gymnast) who required treatment for a significant ankle sprain. Pat and his team are knowledgeable and highly effective in providing specialized and individualized physiotherapy treatment

– Raffaella P.

If you have any questions about sport physiotherapy services at Leaps and Bounds: Performance Rehabilitation in Oakville, ON, feel free to give us a call and speak to our Sport Physiotherapist, Pat Stanziano.

Your Next Steps…

  1. Request An Appointment

  2. Receive A Custom Treatment Plan

  3. Work Hard and Progress In Your Recovery

  4. Recover & Enjoy Life Pain-Free!

PERFORM BETTER, RECOVER FASTER, STAY IN THE GAME!