Austin James Davies – Physiotherapist | Fort Erie, ON

Austin James Davies is a dedicated Physiotherapist. Practicing at Bridges Community Health Centre in Fort Erie, ON, Austin Davies is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario standards. Austin Davies focuses on addressing 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. Austin Davies serves patients of all ages, from infants to seniors.

Austin James Davies completed their degree in Physiotherapy from Robert Gordon University (Graduating Class of 2021). With clinical experience, Austin Davies is committed to ongoing professional development and evidence-based physiotherapy practices. Austin Davies has a particular interest or further training in areas such as Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy.

Austin Davies promotes preventative care and long-term wellness for the Fort Erie community through proactive physiotherapy; a patient-centered approach, actively involving individuals in their treatment planning and goal setting. Austin Davies offers consultations in English.

Austin James Davies provides skilled physiotherapist care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

Back Neck Pain

• Whiplash Associated Disorders (WAD): A range of neck and related symptoms including pain, stiffness, headaches, dizziness, and sometimes arm pain or cognitive difficulties, following a rapid acceleration-deceleration injury to the neck, most typically from a motor vehicle accident.
• Herniated Disc / Sciatica / Radiculopathy: Sharp, shooting, electric-like, or burning pain that travels along the path of a nerve due to issues with intervertebral discs or other spinal structures.
• Spinal Stenosis Symptoms: Back or neck pain accompanied by associated limb symptoms (pain, sensory changes, weakness) due to a constricted spinal canal, which physiotherapy can help manage conservatively.
• Postural Back/Neck Pain: Muscular pain, trigger points, and tension headaches resulting from habitual poor posture, which can be addressed with postural re-education, exercises, and ergonomic advice.

Post Surgical

• Post-Fracture Fixation Surgery Rehabilitation (e.g., ORIF): Helping you manage pain, improve scar mobility, and regain optimal strength and range of motion in a limb following fracture fixation surgery.
• Post-Spinal Surgery Rehabilitation (e.g., Discectomy, Laminectomy, Fusion - with surgeon clearance): Gentle and progressive physiotherapy rehabilitation following spinal surgery (e.g., for disc herniation, spinal stenosis, or spinal fusion), initiated once cleared by your surgeon, to improve mobility, core strength, posture, reduce pain, and safely return to daily activities.
• Post-Knee Replacement Rehabilitation (Total or Partial Knee Arthroplasty - TKA/PKA): Specialized physiotherapy after knee joint replacement surgery to help you regain independence, optimize your surgical outcome, and return to desired daily activities and hobbies.

Hand Wrist

• Hand and Wrist Injuries & Conditions (e.g., Fractures, Tendon Injuries, Sprains, Arthritis - Conservative/Post-Op): Specialized physiotherapy for conditions affecting the intricate structures of the hand and wrist, such as fractures (e.g., Colles', scaphoid), tendon lacerations or ruptures (e.g., flexor/extensor tendon repairs), ligament sprains/tears (e.g., skier's thumb, TFCC injuries), repetitive strain injuries, or arthritis (osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis). Includes both conservative management and post-operative rehabilitation.
• Trigger Finger/Thumb (Stenosing Tenosynovitis): A condition where a finger or thumb gets stuck or 'catches' in a bent position, then may snap straight (like pulling a trigger). Caused by inflammation and narrowing of the tendon sheath around the flexor tendon.

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. Austin Davies can assess your needs.

• Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT): ESWT for chronic tendinopathies, heel spurs, and other musculoskeletal problems, aiming to break down scar tissue, increase blood flow, and trigger a healing response.
• 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.
• Interferential Current (IFC) / TENS Therapy: The use of specific electrical stimulation devices (IFC or TENS) by your Physiotherapist to provide pain relief, reduce muscle spasm, decrease swelling, or promote muscle activation and re-education.
• Therapeutic Ultrasound Application: Ultrasound therapy as part of a comprehensive treatment plan, often used to prepare tissues for manual therapy or exercise, or to manage acute and chronic soft tissue injuries.
• Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) / Photobiomodulation: Utilizing therapeutic laser to enhance tissue regeneration, reduce pain signals, and manage inflammation as part of your comprehensive physiotherapy care.
• Cryotherapy Application (Cold Therapy): Using therapeutic cold to manage the initial stages of an injury (e.g., sprains, strains) and control inflammatory responses, helping to limit tissue damage.

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

• Tired of recovering from a burn and needing help with scar mobility and movement interfering with maintaining their balance and stability while walking on uneven ground or trails? Austin Davies uses a blend of physiotherapy techniques to help you achieve improved joint health and a slowing of degenerative processes through better biomechanics and regain your freedom of movement.
• Discover how physiotherapy with Austin Davies can help you move beyond my child complaining of 'growing pains' that keep them up at night. The focus is on resuming gardening, hobbies, or household tasks without strain or discomfort, enabling a joyful return to the activities you love, such as shoveling snow or raking leaves without aggravating their back.
• Are you finding that pain or weakness that's stopping me from enjoying my favorite hobbies stops you from enjoying pushing a stroller or shopping cart without difficulty? Austin Davies is dedicated to helping patients like you achieve a reduction in nerve-related symptoms like tingling or numbness through a hands-on, active approach to physiotherapy.
• Rediscover your ability to playing a few sets of tennis without shoulder pain without the constant burden of widespread muscle pain and fatigue that my doctor thinks might be fibromyalgia. Austin Davies focuses on evidence-based treatment plans that lead to increased endurance for walking, allowing for longer and more enjoyable outings, integrating various therapeutic techniques for optimal and lasting results.

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

Austin Davies's practice is located at Bridges Community Health Centre, a physiotherapy clinic in the central Fort Erie neighborhood of Fort Erie. The clinic is conveniently located near nearby parks and community recreation facilities and is accessible via local public transit routes. Our clinic is accessible. Street parking and nearby paid lots offer convenient options for visitors.

Does Bridges Community Health Centre offer direct billing to private insurance companies?

Yes, Bridges Community Health Centre offers direct billing for most major private insurance companies such as Sun Life, Manulife, Canada Life, Green Shield, Blue Cross, etc. 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.

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/extended health insurance plans may require a referral for reimbursement. Check your individual insurance policy before your first appointment.

What is physiotherapy and how can it help me?

Physiotherapy is a healthcare profession dedicated to helping people of all ages improve their movement, function, and overall well-being. A registered Physiotherapist uses evidence-based techniques like targeted exercise, hands-on manual therapy, and personalized education to assess, diagnose, and treat a wide range of injuries, pain conditions, and physical impairments affecting your muscles, bones, joints, nerves, and even your cardiorespiratory system. It can help you reduce pain, increase mobility and strength, recover from surgery, prevent future injuries, and enhance your quality of life.

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.

Is there anything specific I should bring to my first physiotherapy appointment?

Bring your health card, any doctor's referral letter (if applicable), imaging test results (X-rays, ultrasounds, MRIs), a medication list, and your extended health benefits information (insurance card/policy number) for direct billing if available. Wear comfortable clothing.

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. Contact your insurer before your first appointment to understand your plan's specifics: annual maximum, per-visit limits, co-payments, referral requirements, and direct billing options. If Bridges Community Health Centre offers direct billing and your plan allows it, we can bill your insurer directly for the covered portion. You'll be responsible for any co-payment or remaining balance. Bring your insurance card and policy details. If direct billing isn't possible, we'll provide an official receipt for your insurer.

Bridges Community Health Centre
1485 Garrison Road
Fort Erie, ON, L2A 1P8

Phone: (905) 871-7621

Austin James Davies 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: XXX50

Verify registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario: https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=5123227f-ebc3-ec11-a7b5-0022486dfcae

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