Activa will offer reduced hours in February

We hope 2024 is treating you and your families well. Please be advised that Activa will be closed from February 5-9th, 2024. We will offer physio services for 2-3 days of the week starting February 12-16th and for the remainder of the month.   Please contact us if you would like to schedule your physio appointment for the coming …

Happy Holidays from Activa

Sending you and your loved ones warm wishes for the Holidays from Activa Physiotherapy Ottawa! Please be advised that Activa will be closed from Friday, December 22, 2023 until Wednesday, January 3, 2024.  Our office hours are Monday-Thursday, 7am-4pm and Friday, 7am-2pm. In addition to offering physiotherapy with massage therapy by Chris Downar-Zapolski, RMT, we offer …

Activa now offering Traditional Chinese Medicine and Pelvic Floor Rehab

Activa is thrilled to announce that Dr. Romina Taheri is now offering Traditional Chinese Medicine at our clinic location. Bringing an education in Biology and Psychology, graduating with honours from PCU College of Holistic Medicine in Vancouver, BC, Dr. Taheri offers a highly-unique and proven approach to healing chronic health conditions without unwanted side effects. A leading expert in emotional …

5 tips to prevent golf injuries this summer

Golf is a low-impact sport that can be enjoyed by all ages although like any sport, golf can lead to injuries when proper precautions are not followed.  Physiotherapy helps prevent and treat golf injuries by improving balance, posture, and range of motion. Golf injury physio rehabilitation techniques may include manual therapy, strength and flexibility training, …

Happy New Year! Activa Physiotherapy Ottawa open Monday, January 4

Happy New Year! Our team at Activa wishes you, your families and colleagues all the best in 2021. We are continually offering both physiotherapy and massage therapy services to patients following public health guidelines, reopening after the Holidays on Monday, January 4, 2021. The health and safety of our patients is of vital importance. Activa will …

Activa Physiotherapy celebrates 25 years in Ottawa

Activa is proud to celebrate 25 years of service in Rockliffe Park / New Edinburgh Thank you Ottawa for your ongoing business and referrals! We are thrilled to continue offering physiotherapy, massage therapy and personal training to you, your family and friends for many years to come. We appreciate your referrals and welcome new patients …

Happy Holidays from Activa Physiotherapy Ottawa

Activa Physiotherapy Ottawa wishes you and your family a wonderful Holiday season! Please be advised that Activa will be closed from December 24, 2019 until January 2, 2020. Feel free to contact us if you would like to schedule your physiotherapy or massage therapy appointment for the New Year: 613-744-4188. Happy Holidays! Barbara Stefanska, RPT MAOwner, Activa …

Shoulder Pain from Running: 5 Tips for Prevention

Spring is here, Ottawa! Once the last piles of snow melt, of course. As the weather warms up, running season will be in full gear — along with shoulder pain. Activa Physiotherapy Ottawa urges you to review your form, breathing patterns and stretching routine as you jump into the running season to avoid unwanted shoulder …

Happy Holidays from Activa

Activa Physiotherapy Ottawa wishes you and your family a wonderful Holiday season! Please be advised that Activa will be closed from December 22, 2018 until January 2, 2019. Feel free to contact us if you would like to schedule your physiotherapy or massage therapy appointment for the New Year: 613-744-4188. Happy Holidays! Barbara Stefanska, RPT MA Owner, …

Fall Sports: Shoulder Pain Relief

Relieving Shoulder Pain The fall sports season is here, which is common for shoulder pain. Mobility can lead to problems with your soft tissue or bony structures in your shoulder, which often results in pain. Shoulder pain can be triggered by specific movement or be constant. Physiotherapy provides treatment through a combination of manual therapy, …