Amanda Leigh Donohue

Amanda Leigh Donohue provides skilled physiotherapist care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

Pelvic Health

• Urinary Incontinence (Stress, Urge, Mixed - Men & Women): Physiotherapy for improved bladder control and pelvic floor function, helping you regain confidence and reduce the impact of incontinence on your daily life.
• Pelvic Organ Prolapse (Conservative Management): Conservative management of pelvic organ prolapse symptoms, focusing on pelvic floor muscle strengthening and coordination exercises (Kegels), pessary guidance (if applicable), postural advice, and lifestyle modifications to reduce symptoms and improve support.

Pregnancy Postpartum

• Diastasis Recti (Abdominal Muscle Separation) Assessment & Rehabilitation: Restoring core strength, stability, and function when dealing with diastasis recti, helping to improve posture, reduce back pain, and improve the appearance of the abdomen.
• Pregnancy-Related Pelvic Girdle Pain (PGP) / Low Back Pain / Sciatica: Supporting a more comfortable pregnancy journey by addressing musculoskeletal issues such as PGP, back pain, or nerve compression symptoms with tailored physiotherapy.

Joint Pain

• Tendinopathy/Tendonitis (e.g., Achilles, Patellar, Rotator Cuff, Tennis/Golfer's Elbow): Pain, tenderness, swelling, and dysfunction in a tendon (the strong cords that attach muscles to bones) due to overuse, repetitive strain, injury, or degeneration. Common sites include the Achilles, patellar tendon (knee), rotator cuff (shoulder), or elbow (tennis/golfer's elbow).
• Osteoarthritis (Knee, Hip, Spine, Hands, Other Joints): A chronic condition causing joint discomfort, stiffness (especially in the morning or after inactivity), and impacting your ability to perform daily activities, walk, or engage in hobbies.

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. Amanda Donohue can assess your needs.

• Personalized Therapeutic Exercise Prescription: Customized exercise plans designed to help you recover from injury, manage chronic conditions, improve physical performance, and achieve your functional goals safely and effectively.
• Fibromyalgia & Widespread Pain Management: A holistic and supportive physiotherapy approach to managing the diffuse pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and other symptoms commonly associated with fibromyalgia.
• Core Stability & Strengthening Training: A progressive program designed to build a strong and stable core, improving your body's foundation for all movements and reducing strain on other structures.
• General Reconditioning & Fitness Programs: Structured physical activities and exercises aimed at helping you safely regain strength, stamina, and confidence in your body's abilities, tailored to your current level.
• Stretching & Flexibility Programs: Education and instruction on effective and safe stretching techniques to help you maintain or improve your body's flexibility and joint mobility.
• Strength & Conditioning for Rehabilitation and Performance: Progressive resistance training programs designed by your Physiotherapist to improve muscle performance, support joint health, and enhance functional capacity for daily life or sport.

Note: This list highlights some key services. For a full list of therapies offered by Amanda Donohue, 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 Renfrew Chiropractic and Rehabilitation Centre, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Amanda Donohue frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Through personalized physiotherapy at Amanda Donohue's clinic, common concerns like difficulty getting out of a chair or bed due to stiffness or pain are thoroughly assessed and addressed with the objective of enhanced ability to participate in social and community events. This often involves a combination of in-clinic treatment, education, and self-management strategies, helping people to once again enjoy activities like easily carrying groceries in from the car in one or two trips.
• Many patients have found lasting relief from feeling unsteady on my feet or experiencing dizziness and balance problems and achieved getting their strength back after surgery or a period of inactivity under the skilled care of Amanda Donohue. This renewed physical ability often allows them to re-engage with beloved activities such as simply enjoying leisurely daily walks around their neighborhood for fresh air with a new lease on life.
• Amanda Donohue frequently assists patients in overcoming the effects of feeling like my posture is hunched or rounded, causing discomfort. A carefully designed physiotherapy program, potentially including specialized manual techniques and progressive exercises, targets increased endurance for walking, allowing for longer and more enjoyable outings and supports your enthusiastic engagement in desired activities like setting up and taking down equipment for hobbies or sports.
• Many individuals seek help from Amanda Donohue, their physiotherapist, when difficulty with fine motor skills like buttoning shirts or writing due to hand pain starts impacting daily life. Through a personalized physiotherapy plan, they often achieve building the necessary muscle support for their joints, reducing the risk of re-injury, empowering them to joyfully return to activities like maintaining their balance and stability while walking on uneven ground or trails.

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

Amanda Donohue practices at Renfrew Chiropractic and Rehabilitation Centre, a physiotherapy clinic in the central Renfrew neighborhood of Renfrew. The clinic is conveniently located near nearby parks and community recreation facilities and is accessible via local public transit routes. Ample parking is generally accessible close to the clinic entrance.

Is physiotherapy treatment supposed to be painful?

The primary goal of physiotherapy is generally to reduce pain and improve function, not to cause significant or lasting pain. Some assessment techniques or specific treatments (like deep soft tissue work, joint mobilization, or certain exercises) might cause mild, temporary discomfort or soreness, especially if the tissues being treated are sensitive, inflamed, or very stiff. However, your Physiotherapist will always work within your tolerance levels, communicate clearly about what to expect, and encourage open feedback. If you experience notable or unacceptable pain during treatment, please inform your therapist immediately so adjustments can be made to ensure your comfort.

Can physiotherapy help prevent injuries or recurring pain?

Yes, absolutely! Physiotherapy plays a significant role in injury prevention and managing recurring pain. Your Physiotherapist can identify underlying risk factors such as muscle imbalances, poor movement patterns, postural issues, or biomechanical inefficiencies. By addressing these through targeted exercises, education on proper body mechanics, ergonomic advice, and activity modification, physiotherapy can help reduce your risk of initial injury, prevent re-injury, and manage chronic conditions more effectively, keeping you active and healthy.

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

OHIP generally does not cover physiotherapy services provided in private outpatient clinics. 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 waitlists may exist. It is strongly recommended to check your private insurance coverage for physiotherapy services in private clinics.

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

In Ontario, you can typically see a Physiotherapist directly without a doctor's referral (direct access). However, some private insurance plans may require a referral for coverage; check your insurance policy before your appointment.

What is physiotherapy and how can it help me?

Physiotherapy is a science-based profession focused on restoring movement and function after injury, illness, or disability. Your physiotherapist uses techniques like therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, education, and advice to help you manage your health and achieve your physical goals.

Approximately how many physiotherapy sessions will I need?

The number of sessions needed varies greatly depending on your individual condition and response to treatment. Your Physiotherapist will provide an estimated timeline after your initial assessment, which may be adjusted as your treatment progresses.

Renfrew Chiropractic and Rehabilitation Centre
1 Ma-Te-Way Park Dr., Unit 254
Renfrew, ON, K7V 4J4

Amanda Leigh Donohue 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: XXX91

Verify registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario: https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=a7a85dab-9202-e811-8136-480fcfeae051

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