William graduated from the physiotherapy program at the University of Toronto in 1997. Since graduating, he worked for one year in the neurosurgical unit at Wellesley Hospital before it merged with St. Michaels Hospital. In 1998, William began working at Humber River Regional Hospital in three main roles: in the neuro rehabilitation unit primarily treating patients with strokes, in the outpatient department treating patients post surgery and with a variety of pain syndromes, and as the Professional Practise Leader for physiotherapists. In 2003 he began dividing his professional practise time between two locations. He has been working with patients, primarily with spinal cord injuries, at the Lyndhurst Center, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, and he has been working at Joint Rehab treating patients with a wide variety of pain, injuries, and post surgical issues.
William has continually pursued advanced learning to ensure his patients always get the best care possible. He has taken the NDT and Bobath courses, his post graduate orthopaedic courses finishing level 3, and has also received certification in acupuncture from the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute (AFCI). He has successfully completed courses in Vestibular Rehabilitation and numerous other orthopaedic courses through APTEI. He adopts an approach of evidence based practise and treats each patient with the most up to date knowledge in the rehabilitation field.
Outside of working life, William enjoys spending time with his wife Grace and their two daughters, Faith and Charissa, and is active doing volunteer work with the church he attends. William is also pursuing his Masters of Divinity degree through Tyndale Seminary and enjoys playing a variety of sports with his remaining time.
Renuka obtained her Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Toronto in 1998. She obtained her clinical experience while working a number of years in both the hospital setting and private practice. She is also a member of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association, as well as their oncology division.
Since completing her university education, Renuka has pursued post-graduate courses in manual therapy, gait training and orthotic casting, and McKenzie concepts. She is currently involved in oncologic rehabilitation courses. She has extensive experience working with clients following orthopaedic surgery, repetitive strain injuries, sports injuries, injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident, as well as clients suffering from acute and chronic neck and back pain. She also has a keen interest in providing oncologic rehabilitation which includes restoring function, reducing pain and disability, increasing endurance and mobility, and ultimately improving the quality of life.
Outside of work, Renuka has a passion for music and singing. She spends most of her time with her two young children, but when time permits, she loves to travel and stay active. Whatever the goal, Renuka strives to help people participate in happy, active lifestyles.
Pha-Ly Ho is a graduate of the Masters of Science in Physical Therapy program at the University of Toronto. She has an undergraduate degree in Honours Health Sciences from the University of Western Ontario. Pha-Ly continues to develop her skills through postgraduate courses in Manual Therapy, Mulligan techniques, Acupuncture, Neuromobilisation, and McKenzie concepts. She has experience treating acute injuries from sporting and motor vehicle accidents, chronic musculoskeletal impairments, and post surgical conditions.
Pha-Ly believes in the holistic approach to treating pain and movement dysfunctions. She incorporates soft tissue techniques, joint and neural (nerve) mobilizations, modalities, exercise, and education in her treatments with the goal of improving quality of life and regaining independence for her patients.
Stress is something we are faced with everyday. It can be caused by many different factors, generally caused by overworking, and specifically by injuries or illnesses. There are many other factors that lead to stress, too many to list, but ultimately all lead to physical and mental strain.
The application of massage can be very beneficial and have many positive effects on the entire body. Massage can reduce stress, pain and physiologic fatigue, as well as making you feel good. It also can decrease discomfort of many muscular injuries, chronic conditions and pregnancy. It is widely recognized by patients, practitioners and doctors as an effective means of relieving stress, pain, improving body function, preventing illness and promoting health and well being.
Manual Lymph Drainage is a specialized type of hands on massage, which stimulates and improves the function of the lymph vessel system. It helps decrease swelling caused by injuries and post-surgical procedures.
Massage therapy allows for a partnership to be formed between you and your registered massage therapist. Together we will work to help you understand the source behind your pain and how to alleviate it
It is time to do something for you and create a healthier and more relaxed lifestyle. It is up to you to stop the chronic pain and heal all your recent injuries. To book an appointment for the above treatments contact Joint Rehab to check for booking availability today.