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Physiotherapy

Physiotherapists analyze the impact of injury, disease, disorders, or lifestyle on movement and function. Their unique contribution to health care is to promote, restore and prolong physical independence by enhancing a client’s functional capacity. Physiotherapists encourage clients to assume responsibility for their health and participate in team approaches to health service delivery.


Chiropractic

Chiropractors are spine, muscle and nervous system experts who specialize in assessing, diagnosing, treating and developing care plans to keep you moving and pain-free.” It is a hands-on, non-invasive, and drug-free practice that safely and effectively helps relieve pain and improve the body’s overall function. Chiropractic care uses various treatments depending on your needs, from manual ‘hand... Read More

Chiropractors are spine, muscle and nervous system experts who specialize in assessing, diagnosing, treating and developing care plans to keep you moving and pain-free.” It is a hands-on, non-invasive, and drug-free practice that safely and effectively helps relieve pain and improve the body’s overall function. Chiropractic care uses various treatments depending on your needs, from manual ‘hands-on’ adjustment techniques to soft tissue therapy.


Osteopathy

Osteopathy is a form of manual therapy that can only be applied with in-depth understanding of anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics, with a thorough, efficient, all-inclusive approach to treatment. Through gentle adjustment and manipulation of the body, an osteopathic manual practitioner works to realign the overall structure, and bring balance and flow by removing obstructions that may r... Read More

Osteopathy is a form of manual therapy that can only be applied
with in-depth understanding of anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics,
with a thorough, efficient, all-inclusive approach to treatment.
Through gentle adjustment and manipulation of the body, an osteopathic
manual practitioner works to realign the overall structure, and bring
balance and flow by removing obstructions that may restrict the path
of nerves, veins, lymphatics, and arterial supply. By working with
diverse interrelated systems and functions of the human body, manual
osteopathic practitioners aim to return the body to normal health so
it may self-heal and self-regulate.


Kinesiology

Kinesiology is the science of human movement and exercise. Kinesiologists uncovers the biomechanical, physiological, neurological, and psychosocial mechanisms that drive human function and performance. Kinesiologists maintain, rehabilitate or enhance movement and performance.


Athletic Therapy


Massage Therapy

Massage therapy is the manipulation of soft tissues of the body including muscles, connective tissue, tendons, ligaments and joints. Massage therapy is a clinically-oriented healthcare option that helps alleviate the discomfort associated with every day occupational stresses, muscular over-use and many chronic pain conditions.


Fitness Club

Welcome to the ASCEND Fitness Club, where we gather to help each other ascend and improve in our overall health!


Recovery

Our Therabody Recovery Station gives you access to a variety of unique and beneficial tools to help enhance your recovery process, and get you back to performing quicker!


Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy is primarily a talk-based therapy and is intended to help people improve and maintain their mental health and well-being.

As an RMT, Rizwan strives to provide the best care for every client! His treatments includes deep tissue massage, trigger point release, relaxation massage, myofascial manipulation, sports massage, nerve release therapy, massage for chronic pain, pre/post-natal, anxiety and tress reduction, shoulder, back and neck pain massage, hip, and lower back pain massage. Rizwan uses massage therapy as a natural treatment approach to help clients with various symptoms.

Prior to massage therapy, Rizwan was a Doctor of Physiotherapy, with more than 18 years of experience in the Physiotherapy profession. He decided to pursue and achieve another career as a Registered Massage Therapist. He is very passionate and knowledgeable about how the body works and moves. He integrates an intuitive approach while using therapeutic and relaxing techniques. He also has a passion for sports such as basketball, and badminton, as well as gym-based fitness, which keeps him aware of common injuries that result from being physically active.

As an RMT, Rizwan strives to provide the best care for every client! His treatments includes deep... Read More

Shirley Chin champions a holistic approach to health, emphasizing that while physical well-being is crucial, mental health holds equal importance. Holding a Master’s degree in Social Work and with extensive experience, Shirley is certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Trauma-Informed Therapy, Emotional Freedom Technique, Mindfulness Based Therapy and Internal Family Systems (IFS). Her practice is dedicated to providing comprehensive support tailored to the individual needs of each client.

Shirley specializes in addressing a range of psychological issues, including stress, anxiety, and depression, as well as the emotional impacts of physical health conditions. She utilizes a blend of evidence-based interventions to enhance overall well-being and resilience, ensuring mental health is integrated into each client’s recovery process.

Whether managing chronic pain, recovering from an injury, or seeking emotional balance, Shirley is committed to supporting her clients’ journeys toward healthier, more fulfilling lives, with a focus on nurturing mental health alongside physical rehabilitation.

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Dr. Marylena Florio is an evidence based chiropractor from Vaughan, Ontario. She completed her post-secondary education at York University, attaining a BSc (Hons.) in Biomedical Science. She then continued her education at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC) and completed the 4-year Doctor of Chiropractic program, graduating Cum Laude.

Dr. Florio practices contemporary medical acupuncture and is certified in instrument assisted soft tissue release techniques.

Outside of the clinic, Dr. Florio is a pitcher for Team Canada’s National Women’s Baseball Team, and an active member of the Ontario Women’s Baseball Team. She volunteers her free time to assist in coaching the Ontario Women’s and Girl’s Baseball Programs, where she works with top provincial players.

As a competitive athlete, Dr. Florio understands the importance of an active lifestyle, and emphasizes these principles in her holistic treatment and care of her patients.

Dr. Marylena Florio is an evidence based chiropractor from Vaughan, Ontario. She completed her po... Read More

Sandra is a graduate in Physiotherapy from the University of Toronto and has extensive experience in a variety of environments, including hospital, outpatient, and private practice settings. Through these experiences, she has become adept at practicing within multi-disciplinary teams, and seeks to integrate the skills and knowledge of other practitioners to maximize patients’ health and overall experience.

Her postgraduate studies and certifications, including Advanced Manual Therapy, Integrative Manual Therapy (IMT), Neurodevelopmental Therapy (NDT) and NeuroKinetic Therapy (NKT), reflect her interest and expertise in orthopedic, musculoskeletal, and neurological rehabilitation.

She is especially interested in assisting patients as they transition from the clinical setting to resume an active lifestyle!

Sandra is a graduate in Physiotherapy from the University of Toronto and has extensive experience... Read More

Wesley is the founder and owner of ASCEND Rehabilitation Collective.

After graduating from the University of Toronto with honors in his Bachelors of Kinesiology, he completed his registration and spent time working in, and investigating, private practice settings. In working with a variety of populations, Wesley found that he felt inhibited in the ability to truly and extensively progress and journey with people past the point of finite clinical care - based on the existing rehabilitation models, and the extent of the physical environments. This prompted a realization of the inherent value and opportunity in creating an environment that fostered continual and impactful lifestyle modification with respect to exercise and health within, and beyond, injury rehabilitation. From this perspective, he seeks to prioritize people, with a specific focus on their health and well-being.

As a Registered Kinesiologist, Wesley is driven to promote the understanding and use of movement and exercise in physical rehabilitation, and a tool to increase physical competence. With a background as a multi-sport athlete, professional hockey goalie coach, strength and conditioning coach, and one who has personal experience recovering from injury, Wesley understands the value in pursuing improved health and function.

Wesley is the founder and owner of ASCEND Rehabilitation Collective. After graduating from the U... Read More

Richard graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology from York University and completed further education at Oxford College, Mississauga Campus.

With a passion for a therapeutic approach to treatment, Richard is always learning and enhancing skills to provide top-tier care. Specializing in techniques such as Myofascial Release, Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF), and Deep Tissue Massage, Richard tailors each session to the specific needs of the client. Whether the goal is pain relief, increased mobility, or relaxation, Richard is dedicated to supporting clients on their journey to improved health and well-being.

Richard graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology from York University and completed furth... Read More

Kelly is an Osteopathic Manual Practitioner from Mississauga, Ontario.

She completed her post-secondary education at Sheridan College, earning a Bachelor’s of Applied Health Sciences in Exercise Science and Health Promotion. After working as a Certified Personal Trainer (CPTN) and Strength and Conditioning Coach (CSCS) for several years she decided to apply her rehabilitative knowledge to further education, thereby completing a four year Master’s in Practice of Osteopathic Manipulative Sciences (M.OMSc) at the Canadian Academy of Osteopathy.

Kelly has had the opportunity to work with professionals in multiple disciplines, learning and adapting the knowledge gained to her own treatment and practices, while additionally training competitive athletes from children to mature adults.

Outside of the clinic environment, Kelly is a Master in World Taekwondo and actively teaches in the GTA. As a former competitive athlete, Kelly encourages the continuation of a healthy active lifestyle while helping to improve the physical constitution of clients.

“An osteopath is only a human engineer, who should understand all the laws governing his engine and thereby master disease. “ - A.T. Still

Kelly is an Osteopathic Manual Practitioner from Mississauga, Ontario. She completed her post-se... Read More

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