About Us
LiveActive Sport Medicine Health and Performance delivers the highest quality of care for those who rely on nothing but the best. Whatever the level of play; whatever the activity of choice; the expert team at LiveActive works with patients to achieve their goals. Our team provides the tools, guidance, and skills throughout rehabilitation to overcome injuries and prevent another.
The LiveActive Sport Medicine multi-disciplinary team works closely together to provide a comprehensive approach to optimize injury recovery. Accurate diagnosis, advanced clinical skills, and cutting edge therapies facilitate return to sport and activity in a healthy, efficient and timely manner.
Our team of exceptional therapists at LiveActive Sport Medicine has been selected for their skill and expertise. Members of the team work with NHL players, the CWHL, Skate Canada, and more. They have been on Olympic medical teams; gone to numerous World Championships and worked for Mirvish productions, major films, and TV shows. Our practitioners excel in their care of high performance athletes but apply the same skills and enthusiasm to assist anyone with activity related complaints or injuries.
To book an appointment, please call 416 201 9770, or e-mail us at [email protected]
The LiveActive Sport Medicine multi-disciplinary team works closely together to provide a comprehensive approach to optimize injury recovery. Accurate diagnosis, advanced clinical skills, and cutting edge therapies facilitate return to sport and activity in a healthy, efficient and timely manner.
Our team of exceptional therapists at LiveActive Sport Medicine has been selected for their skill and expertise. Members of the team work with NHL players, the CWHL, Skate Canada, and more. They have been on Olympic medical teams; gone to numerous World Championships and worked for Mirvish productions, major films, and TV shows. Our practitioners excel in their care of high performance athletes but apply the same skills and enthusiasm to assist anyone with activity related complaints or injuries.
To book an appointment, please call 416 201 9770, or e-mail us at [email protected]
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Physician Consultation
What is a Sport and Exercise Medicine Physician
Sport and exercise medicine encompasses the medicine and exercise science of movement, sport performance and physical activity for individuals of all ages and abilities.
Sport and Exercise Medicine Physicians are medical doctors with unique expertise about injuries or conditions involving muscles, joints, and the other tissues of the musculoskeletal system. They are knowledgeable about sport performance and physical activity, whether at the elite, developmental or recreational levels.
Sport and Exercise Medicine Physicians may be Family Physicians, Orthopedic Surgeons, Pediatricians or Physiatrists (Physical Medicine and Rehab Specialists) who have specialized additional training and shown skill and expertise in successfully challenging rigorous exams.
At LiveActive Sport Medicine Health and Performance, Sport and Exercise Physicians promote physical and mental health and well being through physical activity and optimal nutrition.
What do Sport and Exercise Medicine Physicians Treat Injuries
Sport and Exercise Medicine physicians assess and treat disorders of the musculoskeletal system such as overuse injuries like tendinitis, muscle or ligament strains and sprains, or traumatic injuries like joint dislocations and fractures. Sport Medicine physicians provide advice about activity modification, cross training, safe return to sport and activity plus injury prevention through performance optimization.
Other Health Concerns
Many patients are athletes, but sport and exercise medicine physicians also assist individuals to improve their physical activity skills as part of comprehensive treatment of other medical problems like diabetes, heart disease and osteoporosis. Sport and Exercise Medicine physicians are also knowledgeable about safe exercise and fitness during pregnancy and the post- par tum period.
Concussions
Sport and Exercise Medicine Physicians at LiveActive Sport Medicine have over 10 years experience treating sport related concussions and are up to date with current international guidelines for the management of concussions, particularly in the young athlete. The Sport and Exercise Physicians coordinate comprehensive assessments and timely return to play protocols in conjunction with trained Physiotherapists, Athletic Therapists, Osteopaths and Chiropractors.
Sport Performance and Injury Prevention
Optimal performance requires optimal training and injury recovery/ prevention. The Sport and Exercise Physicians at LiveActive Sport Med complete comprehensive pre-season assessments for individual athletes, performers or teams and recommend appropriate mental, nutritional and physical strategies to improve health, well being and performance.
Comprehensive Medical Care
The sport and exercise medicine physicians at LiveActive Sport Medicine provide an accurate diagnosis based on the history of the condition, a detailed physical exam and appropriate and timely investigations. They coordinate care with other members of the team such as Physiotherapists, Chiropractors, Massage Therapists, Fascial Stretch Therapists, Dietitian and Sport Psychologist to design an individualized treatment and injury prevention program. Like the coach, choreographer or conductor, they bring together the skills of the team for optimal recovery and sport performance.
To book an appointment with a LiveActive Sport Medicine physician, or to learn more call 416-201-9770 or email [email protected]
Sport and exercise medicine encompasses the medicine and exercise science of movement, sport performance and physical activity for individuals of all ages and abilities.
Sport and Exercise Medicine Physicians are medical doctors with unique expertise about injuries or conditions involving muscles, joints, and the other tissues of the musculoskeletal system. They are knowledgeable about sport performance and physical activity, whether at the elite, developmental or recreational levels.
Sport and Exercise Medicine Physicians may be Family Physicians, Orthopedic Surgeons, Pediatricians or Physiatrists (Physical Medicine and Rehab Specialists) who have specialized additional training and shown skill and expertise in successfully challenging rigorous exams.
At LiveActive Sport Medicine Health and Performance, Sport and Exercise Physicians promote physical and mental health and well being through physical activity and optimal nutrition.
What do Sport and Exercise Medicine Physicians Treat Injuries
Sport and Exercise Medicine physicians assess and treat disorders of the musculoskeletal system such as overuse injuries like tendinitis, muscle or ligament strains and sprains, or traumatic injuries like joint dislocations and fractures. Sport Medicine physicians provide advice about activity modification, cross training, safe return to sport and activity plus injury prevention through performance optimization.
Other Health Concerns
Many patients are athletes, but sport and exercise medicine physicians also assist individuals to improve their physical activity skills as part of comprehensive treatment of other medical problems like diabetes, heart disease and osteoporosis. Sport and Exercise Medicine physicians are also knowledgeable about safe exercise and fitness during pregnancy and the post- par tum period.
Concussions
Sport and Exercise Medicine Physicians at LiveActive Sport Medicine have over 10 years experience treating sport related concussions and are up to date with current international guidelines for the management of concussions, particularly in the young athlete. The Sport and Exercise Physicians coordinate comprehensive assessments and timely return to play protocols in conjunction with trained Physiotherapists, Athletic Therapists, Osteopaths and Chiropractors.
Sport Performance and Injury Prevention
Optimal performance requires optimal training and injury recovery/ prevention. The Sport and Exercise Physicians at LiveActive Sport Med complete comprehensive pre-season assessments for individual athletes, performers or teams and recommend appropriate mental, nutritional and physical strategies to improve health, well being and performance.
Comprehensive Medical Care
The sport and exercise medicine physicians at LiveActive Sport Medicine provide an accurate diagnosis based on the history of the condition, a detailed physical exam and appropriate and timely investigations. They coordinate care with other members of the team such as Physiotherapists, Chiropractors, Massage Therapists, Fascial Stretch Therapists, Dietitian and Sport Psychologist to design an individualized treatment and injury prevention program. Like the coach, choreographer or conductor, they bring together the skills of the team for optimal recovery and sport performance.
To book an appointment with a LiveActive Sport Medicine physician, or to learn more call 416-201-9770 or email [email protected]
Physiotherapy
LiveActive Sport Medicine physiotherapists complete thorough assessments, arrive at a clinical diagnosis, and design individualized therapeutic exercises to optimize strength, range of motion, and function aligned with their patients’ goals.
Physiotherapy is a hands-on physical therapy that involves restoration of normal muscle and joint movement, the use of techniques to reduce pain and swelling, and patient education to improve posture, movement and strengthening.
Physiotherapists are university graduates who have completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Physiotherapy or a clinical Master’s of Science degree in Physiotherapy. They undergo rigorous examinations to complete their programme and to be granted their registration as physiotherapists in the Province of Ontario.
LiveActive Sport Medicine physiotherapists have, and continued to study extensive post- graduate training in advanced orthopaedic assessment and treatment skills, Active Release Therapy® and medical acupuncture. Those interested in sport can certify and earn a Diploma in Sports Physiotherapy, making them excellent therapists for major sport events such as World Championships and the Olympics.
LiveActive Physiotherapists are skilled in these areas of advanced therapy.
When meeting the LiveActive Sport Medicine physiotherapist for the first time the physiotherapist will enquire about the nature of the problem, complete a thorough assessment of the body area of concern then discuss the treatment that will be helpful to begin restoring function and return to sport.
Physiotherapy treatments will generally include instruction in exercises to be completed between visits, empowering the patient to have an active role in recovery and return to sport.
To arrange an appointment with a LiveActive Sport Medicine Physiotherapist call 416-201-9770 or email [email protected].
Physiotherapy is a hands-on physical therapy that involves restoration of normal muscle and joint movement, the use of techniques to reduce pain and swelling, and patient education to improve posture, movement and strengthening.
Physiotherapists are university graduates who have completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Physiotherapy or a clinical Master’s of Science degree in Physiotherapy. They undergo rigorous examinations to complete their programme and to be granted their registration as physiotherapists in the Province of Ontario.
LiveActive Sport Medicine physiotherapists have, and continued to study extensive post- graduate training in advanced orthopaedic assessment and treatment skills, Active Release Therapy® and medical acupuncture. Those interested in sport can certify and earn a Diploma in Sports Physiotherapy, making them excellent therapists for major sport events such as World Championships and the Olympics.
LiveActive Physiotherapists are skilled in these areas of advanced therapy.
When meeting the LiveActive Sport Medicine physiotherapist for the first time the physiotherapist will enquire about the nature of the problem, complete a thorough assessment of the body area of concern then discuss the treatment that will be helpful to begin restoring function and return to sport.
Physiotherapy treatments will generally include instruction in exercises to be completed between visits, empowering the patient to have an active role in recovery and return to sport.
To arrange an appointment with a LiveActive Sport Medicine Physiotherapist call 416-201-9770 or email [email protected].
Chiropractic Therapy
What are Chiropractors?
Doctors of Chiropractic are concerned with how the body’s nerves, muscles and joints function as a whole. They focus on the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mechanical disorders of the body. They are specialists in using manipulations of joints to improve range of motion and flexibility, and to restore proper function. Patients often note positive changes in their symptoms immediately following treatment. Chiropractors may complement or support medical treatment by relieving the musculoskeletal aspects of discomfort associated with a medical condition.
Chiropractic care may also provide symptomatic relief to patients with chronic conditions. By treating the musculoskeletal elements of such disorders, chiropractic treatment improves the general well being of the patient. In this regard, Canada’s chiropractors frequently provide complementary care as one element of a patient’s overall treatment program.
What is Chiropractic Care?
Chiropractic today is one of the largest primary-contact health care professions in Canada with over 5,000 practicing chiropractors in Canada. Approximately four and a half million Canadians use the services of a chiropractor each year.
Chiropractic is a regulated health profession recognized by statute in all Canadian provinces and American states. The benefits of chiropractic care are well recognized by other health practitioners. Most physicians will refer patients to chiropractic colleagues for care.
Drug-free, non-invasive health care
Chiropractic manipulation is a drug-free, non-invasive manual procedure that utilizes the highly refined skills developed during four intensive years of chiropractic education.
Manipulation is a highly controlled procedure, which rarely causes discomfort. The chiropractor adapts the procedure to meet the specific needs of each patient. The vast majority of patients who seek chiropractic care do so for complaints of the musculoskeletal system, most often for conditions affecting the spine.
Scientific study of spinal manipulation has clearly demonstrated that chiropractic treatment improves function and is effective for common conditions such as headache, neck, and back pain. Between 86 and 96 per cent of all visits to chiropractors are for these or similar conditions.
Primary & complementary care
Chiropractors work in conjunction with other members of the health care team, especially in the care of musculoskeletal problems, such a low back pain, injury recovery and rehabilitation and age related conditions such as osteoarthritis.
Multi-disciplinary care allows enhanced care for patients, encourages communication between care providers and results in clinical recovery sooner. Chiropractors may be the lead practitioner in patient care in the community, a consultant in the hospital setting or a member of a larger health care team for an organization or sport group.
Regulation & standards
In Ontario, chiropractic has been governed by statute since 1925. Currently the Chiropractic Act (1991) administered by the College of Chiropractors of Ontario and created in accordance with the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA) (1991) regulates it.
Chiropractors along with medical doctors, dentists, psychologists, and optometrists have the legislated right and obligation to communicate a diagnosis and to use the title doctor. The College of Chiropractors of Ontario is as are the regulatory bodies for other health professions responsible for protecting the public, standards of practice, disciplinary issues, quality assurance and maintenance of competency.
To book an appointment to see one of the LiveActive Sport Medicine Health and Performance Chiropractors call 416-201-9770 or email [email protected]
Doctors of Chiropractic are concerned with how the body’s nerves, muscles and joints function as a whole. They focus on the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mechanical disorders of the body. They are specialists in using manipulations of joints to improve range of motion and flexibility, and to restore proper function. Patients often note positive changes in their symptoms immediately following treatment. Chiropractors may complement or support medical treatment by relieving the musculoskeletal aspects of discomfort associated with a medical condition.
Chiropractic care may also provide symptomatic relief to patients with chronic conditions. By treating the musculoskeletal elements of such disorders, chiropractic treatment improves the general well being of the patient. In this regard, Canada’s chiropractors frequently provide complementary care as one element of a patient’s overall treatment program.
What is Chiropractic Care?
Chiropractic today is one of the largest primary-contact health care professions in Canada with over 5,000 practicing chiropractors in Canada. Approximately four and a half million Canadians use the services of a chiropractor each year.
Chiropractic is a regulated health profession recognized by statute in all Canadian provinces and American states. The benefits of chiropractic care are well recognized by other health practitioners. Most physicians will refer patients to chiropractic colleagues for care.
Drug-free, non-invasive health care
Chiropractic manipulation is a drug-free, non-invasive manual procedure that utilizes the highly refined skills developed during four intensive years of chiropractic education.
Manipulation is a highly controlled procedure, which rarely causes discomfort. The chiropractor adapts the procedure to meet the specific needs of each patient. The vast majority of patients who seek chiropractic care do so for complaints of the musculoskeletal system, most often for conditions affecting the spine.
Scientific study of spinal manipulation has clearly demonstrated that chiropractic treatment improves function and is effective for common conditions such as headache, neck, and back pain. Between 86 and 96 per cent of all visits to chiropractors are for these or similar conditions.
Primary & complementary care
Chiropractors work in conjunction with other members of the health care team, especially in the care of musculoskeletal problems, such a low back pain, injury recovery and rehabilitation and age related conditions such as osteoarthritis.
Multi-disciplinary care allows enhanced care for patients, encourages communication between care providers and results in clinical recovery sooner. Chiropractors may be the lead practitioner in patient care in the community, a consultant in the hospital setting or a member of a larger health care team for an organization or sport group.
Regulation & standards
In Ontario, chiropractic has been governed by statute since 1925. Currently the Chiropractic Act (1991) administered by the College of Chiropractors of Ontario and created in accordance with the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA) (1991) regulates it.
Chiropractors along with medical doctors, dentists, psychologists, and optometrists have the legislated right and obligation to communicate a diagnosis and to use the title doctor. The College of Chiropractors of Ontario is as are the regulatory bodies for other health professions responsible for protecting the public, standards of practice, disciplinary issues, quality assurance and maintenance of competency.
To book an appointment to see one of the LiveActive Sport Medicine Health and Performance Chiropractors call 416-201-9770 or email [email protected]
Massage Therapy
Therapeutic Massage
Massage therapy is primarily a hands-on manipulation of the soft tissues of muscles, connective tissue, tendons, ligaments and joints. It may be for treatment of a specific musculoskeletal problem or for the purpose of optimizing health.
Therapeutic Massage effect optimizes health and well-being by acting on the muscular, nervous and circulatory systems. Improvement in function, mobility and a reduction in pain and stress are goals which may be achieved through massage therapy.
Modern massage techniques can be traced back to Swedish massage developed in the 1700’s, the first systematic method of therapeutic massage based on physiology. Massage Therapists may combine other soft tissue techniques, acupuncture, exercise prescription or other treatments with their applied knowledge of anatomy and physiology to achieve improved function and pain management for patients.
Massage Therapy Treatments
Before a treatment, the Massage Therapist will complete an assessment of a patient’s concerns and overall health. Once the assessment has been completed a treatment approach/ plan will be proposed, with patient consent.
Massage therapy can be done over clothes, or sheets or directly upon uncovered skin depending upon the nature of the problem and patient preference and comfort. A soothing lotion is used, that allows smooth manual technique but does not stain clothing.
Various specialized techniques using hands, arms and elbows, over the skin or clothes, make up the Massage Therapy treatment. The therapist will work with the patient’s pain tolerance during the treatment, and the treatment can be stopped at any time should the treatment become uncomfortable.
Massage therapy is covered by many private insurance companies as part of their extended health care plans.
To arrange an appointment for Massage Therapy at LiveActive Sport Medicine Health and Performance please call 416-201-9770 or email [email protected]
Massage therapy is primarily a hands-on manipulation of the soft tissues of muscles, connective tissue, tendons, ligaments and joints. It may be for treatment of a specific musculoskeletal problem or for the purpose of optimizing health.
Therapeutic Massage effect optimizes health and well-being by acting on the muscular, nervous and circulatory systems. Improvement in function, mobility and a reduction in pain and stress are goals which may be achieved through massage therapy.
Modern massage techniques can be traced back to Swedish massage developed in the 1700’s, the first systematic method of therapeutic massage based on physiology. Massage Therapists may combine other soft tissue techniques, acupuncture, exercise prescription or other treatments with their applied knowledge of anatomy and physiology to achieve improved function and pain management for patients.
Massage Therapy Treatments
Before a treatment, the Massage Therapist will complete an assessment of a patient’s concerns and overall health. Once the assessment has been completed a treatment approach/ plan will be proposed, with patient consent.
Massage therapy can be done over clothes, or sheets or directly upon uncovered skin depending upon the nature of the problem and patient preference and comfort. A soothing lotion is used, that allows smooth manual technique but does not stain clothing.
Various specialized techniques using hands, arms and elbows, over the skin or clothes, make up the Massage Therapy treatment. The therapist will work with the patient’s pain tolerance during the treatment, and the treatment can be stopped at any time should the treatment become uncomfortable.
Massage therapy is covered by many private insurance companies as part of their extended health care plans.
To arrange an appointment for Massage Therapy at LiveActive Sport Medicine Health and Performance please call 416-201-9770 or email [email protected]
Fascial Stretch Therapy
Fascial Stretch Therapy is a partner assisted stretching technique developed by Ann and Chris Frederick. Originally designed for athletes, FST is effective and beneficial for people of all ages and activity levels. The key to unlocking your flexibility lies in your fascia. Fascia is dense fibrous connective tissue that interpenetrates and surrounds all muscles, bones, nerves, and blood vessels of the body. FST will reorganize, realign and restore your fascia. Based on science and developed in clinic, this gentle stretching system focuses on connective tissues, lines of fascia in the body, and human movement – not just muscles. FST is a synergist with all other modalities of therapy and compliments all sports or training regimens. Pain-free gains in range of motion are the most frequently reported benefits, however FST has a variety of benefits, which include:
To book an appointment, please call 416 201 9777 or email us at [email protected]
- Increased performance
- Decrease in the likelihood of injury
- Improved sleep
- Increased proprioception/body awareness
- Resolution of some types of chronic pain
- Improved posture
- Enhanced recovery post-activity
- Reduced levels of stress
- Reduction of trigger points/adhesions within tissues
- Improved flexibility on the first session, is cumulative with multiple sessions
To book an appointment, please call 416 201 9777 or email us at [email protected]
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