Chronic pain can affect every part of daily life, from work and sleep to relationships and mental health, if not addressed with the right approach. Our physiotherapists are experienced in assessing, treating, and supporting patients with a wide range of chronic pain presentations, including

• Persistent low back and neck pain
• Fibromyalgia and widespread pain
• Chronic post-injury or post-surgical pain
• Pain that hasn't responded to previous treatment

We develop personalized treatment plans that address both the physical and nervous system contributors to your pain, at a pace that respects where you are.

Chronic pain rarely has a single cause, and effective treatment needs to look at the bigger picture. As part of our chronic pain services, we:

• Conduct a thorough assessment of your pain history, movement, and function
• Build a graded, sustainable treatment plan rather than a quick fix
• Support you with education to better understand and manage your pain

Our physiotherapists are proficient in treating a variety of chronic pain conditions, ensuring that every patient receives tailored, compassionate care. Some of the most common conditions we see at The Physio Studio Health and Wellness Center include:

• Chronic Low Back and Neck Pain

  Persistent spinal pain that hasn't fully resolved despite previous treatment or rest.

• Fibromyalgia

  Widespread pain and sensitivity often accompanied by fatigue and sleep disturbance.

• Chronic Post-Surgical Pain

  Ongoing pain following surgery that extends beyond typical healing timelines.

• Persistent Joint or Muscle Pain

  Long-standing pain in the shoulders, hips, knees, or elsewhere without a clear single cause.

• Pain with Associated Stress or Anxiety

  Pain that's amplified or maintained by stress, poor sleep, or nervous system sensitization.

We begin with a thorough assessment of your pain history, current function, and goals. Based on this, we develop a treatment plan that may include:

• Graded exercise therapy to safely rebuild tolerance and confidence in movement
• Manual therapy to reduce pain and improve mobility where appropriate
• Pain education to better understand what's driving your symptoms
• Functional dry needling and massage therapy for symptom relief
• Collaborative care with your physician or other providers when appropriate

At The Physio Studio Health and Wellness Center, we offer direct billing to most extended health insurance providers, so there's no need for upfront payments in most cases.

Chronic pain often involves changes in the nervous system as well as the original tissue injury, and generic advice to "push through" or "just rest" rarely helps. Our approach is designed to help you:

• Understand what's driving your pain
• Rebuild movement confidence gradually and safely
• Reduce pain intensity and frequency over time
• Improve overall function and quality of life