Alyssa Rachel Neville – Physiotherapist | Thornhill, ON

Alyssa Rachel Neville is a dedicated Physiotherapist (Resident Physiotherapist) (Neurological Rehabilitation Focus). Practicing at SMILE Therapy For Kids in Thornhill, ON, Alyssa Neville is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario standards. Alyssa Neville's focus is assisting individuals in recovering function, improving mobility, managing symptoms, and enhancing quality of life after neurological events or conditions such as stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, Multiple Sclerosis, or Parkinson's Disease. Alyssa Neville also addresses a wide range of muscle, joint, bone, tendon, and ligament conditions. This includes everything from acute injuries like sprains and strains, to chronic pain management, arthritis care, and comprehensive post-operative rehabilitation. Alyssa Neville serves infants, children, and adolescents.

Alyssa Rachel Neville completed their degree in Physiotherapy from Queen's University (Graduating Class of 2024). With clinical experience, Alyssa Neville is committed to ongoing professional development and evidence-based physiotherapy practices. Alyssa Neville has a particular interest or further training in areas such as Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and Neurological Physiotherapy.

Alyssa Neville maintains a strong commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous professional learning to provide the best care. Alyssa Neville employs a patient-centered approach, actively involving individuals in their treatment planning and goal setting. Alyssa Neville utilizes a collaborative approach, working with patients to achieve their movement and functional goals. Alyssa Neville offers consultations in English.

Alyssa Rachel Neville provides skilled physiotherapist care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

Peripheral Nerve

• Peripheral Neuropathy (e.g., Diabetic, Chemotherapy-Induced, Idiopathic): Management of symptoms such as pain (neuropathic pain), numbness, tingling, burning, or weakness, typically in the hands or feet, resulting from damage to peripheral nerves (nerves outside the brain and spinal cord).
• Nerve Entrapments / Compressions (e.g., Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Sciatica, Meralgia Paresthetica): Symptoms such as localized or radiating pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness caused by mechanical compression or irritation of peripheral nerves at specific anatomical sites (entrapment points).

Post Surgical

• Post-Hip Replacement Rehabilitation (Total or Partial Hip Arthroplasty - THA/PHA): A tailored physiotherapy program following hip joint replacement to optimize your recovery, manage pain, ensure adherence to any precautions, and facilitate a return to an active lifestyle.
• Post-Fracture Fixation Surgery Rehabilitation (e.g., ORIF): Physiotherapy aimed at restoring movement, strength, and function after surgical repair of broken bones (e.g., Open Reduction Internal Fixation - ORIF, intramedullary nailing), once the fracture site is sufficiently healed and cleared for rehabilitation by your surgeon.

This list offers examples of conditions commonly addressed. Diagnosis for physiotherapist is based on individual assessment, so if your specific concern isn't listed, please contact the clinic. Alyssa Neville can assess your needs.

• Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) / Photobiomodulation: The application of specific wavelengths of light energy (cold laser) by your Physiotherapist to targeted tissues to reduce pain, decrease inflammation, and accelerate tissue repair and regeneration at a cellular level.
• Cryotherapy Application (Cold Therapy): A common physiotherapy treatment for acute injuries, designed to help numb pain, decrease bleeding into the tissues, and minimize secondary hypoxic injury.
• Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT) for Dizziness, Vertigo & Balance Disorders: Helping you overcome dizziness, vertigo, and unsteadiness with targeted vestibular exercises and strategies, enabling you to return to daily activities with greater stability and comfort.
• Therapeutic Ultrasound Application: A non-invasive physiotherapy modality that uses sound energy to stimulate cellular activity, enhance circulation, and support tissue recovery from injury or inflammation.
• Therapeutic Heat Application: The use of moist heat packs, paraffin wax, or other heat sources by your Physiotherapist to relax muscles, increase local blood flow, reduce stiffness, alleviate chronic pain, and improve tissue extensibility.
• Other Electrotherapy Applications (e.g., NMES, FES): Utilizing electrophysical agents as an adjunct to your physiotherapy treatments to aid recovery, improve muscle function, manage pain, or reduce swelling, tailored to your specific condition.

Note: This list highlights some key services. For a full list of therapies offered by Alyssa Neville, or to discuss your specific needs, please contact the clinic.

All services are provided in accordance with the scope of practice for Physiotherapists in ON and the standards set by The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario.

At SMILE Therapy For Kids, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Alyssa Neville frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Patients often come to Alyssa Neville feeling defeated by recovering from a concussion and dealing with lingering symptoms like dizziness or headaches. With a supportive and targeted physiotherapy approach, achieving being able to travel more comfortably and with less planning around physical limitations and resuming participating in light recreational activities like bowling or mini-golf becomes a realistic and attainable goal.
• Don't let numbness, tingling, or weakness in my hands, arms, feet, or legs dictate what you can and cannot do. Alyssa Neville offers physiotherapy solutions aimed at a smooth and confident transition back to their work duties, helping you reclaim competing effectively in their curling league games and enjoy a more functional life.
• It's truly rewarding for Alyssa Neville to witness patients conquer clicking, popping, or pain in my jaw (TMJ issues) when I eat or talk and experience noticeable strength gains in their limbs, supporting more demanding tasks. A tailored approach to physiotherapy, focusing on your specific needs, can make a significant difference in your ability to participate in giving presentations or speaking publicly with confidence and good posture again.
• Physiotherapy with Alyssa Neville can be a transformative turning point for those affected by recovering from a painful and limiting work-related injury (WCB/CNESST/WorkSafe claim). The shared goal is achieving developing better body awareness and understanding of healthy movement patterns, paving the way for you to enjoy setting up and taking down equipment for hobbies or sports and a more active, vibrant life.

Your personalized physiotherapy plan, developed with Alyssa Neville, will be designed to help you reach your specific functional and wellness objectives.

Alyssa Neville practices at SMILE Therapy For Kids, a physiotherapy clinic in the central Thornhill neighborhood of Thornhill, ON. The clinic is conveniently located near nearby parks and community recreation facilities and is accessible via local public transit routes. Our clinic is accessible. Free patient parking is typically available on-site or nearby.

Does SMILE Therapy For Kids offer direct billing to private insurance companies?

While SMILE Therapy For Kids does not offer direct billing at this time, we provide detailed official receipts that you can easily submit to your insurer for reimbursement according to your plan. Please bring your insurance card and policy details to your appointment. Always confirm your specific coverage details, including any annual maximums, per-visit limits, or deductible requirements, directly with your insurance provider, as plans vary significantly. You are responsible for any portion not covered by your insurance.

I have private health insurance. How does that work with physiotherapy payments?

Many private health insurance plans offer full or partial coverage for registered physiotherapy services. We recommend you contact your insurance provider directly before your first appointment to understand the specifics of your plan. Key things to check are: your annual maximum for physiotherapy, any per-visit limits or co-payments, whether a doctor's referral is required for reimbursement, and if your plan allows for direct billing by the clinic. If SMILE Therapy For Kids offered direct billing and your plan allowed it, we could bill your insurer directly for the covered portion. You would then be responsible for any co-payment or remaining balance not covered by your plan at the time of service. Please bring your insurance card and all necessary policy details to your first appointment. If direct billing is not possible, we will provide you with an official receipt that you can submit to your insurer.

What is SMILE Therapy For Kids's appointment cancellation policy?

We understand that schedules can change unexpectedly. To ensure we can accommodate all our patients efficiently, we kindly request at least 24 hours' notice (or one business day) for any appointment cancellations or rescheduling. This allows us to offer the time slot to other patients who may be waiting for care. A fee equivalent to 50% of the service cost may be charged for late cancellations (less than 24 hours' notice) or missed appointments (no-shows) without sufficient notice. Please contact our clinic as soon as possible if you need to make any changes to your appointment.

Do I need a doctor's referral to see a Physiotherapist in ON?

Patients in Ontario can typically see a Physiotherapist directly without a physician's referral (direct access). However, some private/extended health insurance plans require a referral for reimbursement of physiotherapy services. Check your individual insurance policy before your first appointment.

Is physiotherapy covered by the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) in ON?

OHIP generally does NOT cover physiotherapy services in private outpatient clinics for most of the population. Publicly funded physiotherapy is available in specific situations (e.g., post-hospitalization for certain conditions, for children/youth, seniors, or through Community Physiotherapy Clinics/Family Health Teams), but eligibility criteria are strict and there may be waitlists. Check your private insurance for private clinic coverage.

SMILE Therapy For Kids
10-130 Racco Pkwy
Thornhill, ON, L4J 8X9

Phone: (905) 761-7225

Alyssa Rachel Neville is regulated by the Regulated Health Professions Act, 1991 and Physiotherapy Act, 1991 in ON and is a registered member of The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario.

Registration Number: XXX33

Verify registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario: https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=1e805f25-c666-ef11-a670-0022483c9e3b

Always consult with your primary healthcare provider before starting any new treatment program.