News, Events & Workshops

Not sure how or when to stretch?
Want to know which stretches can prevent injury & improve your posture?

We all know that stretching is important for injury prevention and posture, but when it comes to knowing which stretches are most important and when to do them, it can get down right confusing. Join Michelle DeMarchi, Physiotherapist and Osteopathic Practitioner as she takes you through the basics of stretching. You’ll learn:

• How and when to stretch properly
• Essential stretches you should be doing to prevent injury
• Essential stretches that will help improve posture
• How to incorporate a proper warm-up and stretching routine

Instructor Michelle DeMarchi, BSc.PT, DO(MP) is a Physiotherapist and Osteopath, and owner of PhysioPlus Health Group, a multidisciplinary clinic that integrates physiotherapy, osteopathy, chiropractic, massage therapy, athletic therapy, naturopathic medicine, holistic nutrition, pilates, life coaching and counseling. She has 17 years experience treating a wide variety of conditions including back and neck pain, sports injuries, tendonitis, arthritis, repetitive strain injuries, muscle and joint pain, and other types of orthopedic injuries and conditions. For more information visit www.physioplushealth.com or call 416-760-8280

Presented at Whole Foods Market • Yorkville • 87 Avenue Rd, Toronto, ON M5R 3R9
Tel: 416.944.0500

Ice and hot packs are among the most commonly used treatments after an injury. So which one is the right one to use for your injury? And how long and how often should you apply the treatment?

Join Michelle DeMarchi, Physiotherapist and Osteopath, and learn

• How you can treat an injury.
• How and when to use ice or heat.
• Natural remedies to reduce swelling and promote healing.
• What you can do to prevent further damage.
• How to recognize warning signs of injury.

Presented at Whole Foods Market • Yorkville • 87 Avenue Rd, Toronto, ON M5R 3R9
Tel: 416.944.0500

Is anyone getting any? We are all individuals and our families are unique. Do you have questions about how to find your way in the world of sleep with your new baby. This workshop will help you to recognize the signs of sleep in your baby, review the many options, and approaches available to us and present the latest research on babies, mothers and sleep. Instructor: Alexandra Szabo, Doula and Holistic Lifestyle Consultant.

Learn to identify and avoid chemicals found in common baby and household products. From your kitchen and bathroom to your baby's room - greenify your food, baby products, toys, cosmetics and cleaning products to create a healthier and safer environment for you and your baby. This workshop is co-presented by a Naturopathic Doctor and Holistic Nutritionist.

PhysioPlus Health Group is pleased to welcome Counsellor and Life Coach Leslie Smyth, M.A., C. Psych, Assoc. to our team of practitioners. Leslie's life coaching and counselling services assist clients to live the life they want, without delay. She draws on her experience in psychological assessment, individual counselling, professional coaching, and human resource management to support people who want to make a change or to reach a goal such as:

• Enhanced Health
• Improved Relationships
• Higher Performance and Satisfaction with their Careers
• Greater Worklife Balance

If you would like to be more satisfied or successful with some aspect of your life, contact Leslie for a complimentary consultation to discuss how coaching or counselling can help motivate you and focus your efforts to make that happen. To read Leslie's full bio click here

"Nothing happens, until something moves." - Albert Einstein

PhysioPlus Health Group is pleased to welcome Dr. Christine Davidian, BSc(Hon), MSc, DC to our team of practitioners. Dr. Davidian has experience treating many conditions including headaches, neck pain, back pain, muscle strains, tendonitis, ligament sprains and arthritis. Using a holistic, patient-centered approach, she combines a variety of treatment techniques to help her patients manage their pain, recover from injury and return to their normal daily activities. Treatment typically integrates a variety of hands-on techniques including gentle mobilization/ manipulation, soft tissue therapy such as massage, acupuncture, exercise, orthotics, laser therapy, electrotherapy such as IFC, or ultrasound. When she is not in the clinic, Dr. Davidian enjoys hiking and globetrotting when time permits. To read Dr. Davidian's full bio click here.