Carole Chebaro – Physiotherapist | Richmond Hill, ON

Carole Chebaro is a dedicated Physiotherapist (Neurological Rehabilitation Focus). Practicing at Neurocore Physiotherapy & Pilates Centre in Richmond Hill, ON, Carole Chebaro is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario standards. Carole Chebaro'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. Carole Chebaro serves patients of all ages, from infants to seniors.

Carole Chebaro completed their degree in Physiotherapy from McMaster University (Graduating Class of 2004). With extensive clinical experience, Carole Chebaro is committed to ongoing professional development and evidence-based physiotherapy practices. Carole Chebaro has a particular interest and further training in areas such as Neurological Physiotherapy.

Carole Chebaro's practice philosophy centers on promoting preventative care and long-term wellness for the Richmond Hill community through proactive physiotherapy. Carole Chebaro employs a patient-centered approach, actively involving individuals in their treatment planning and goal setting. Carole Chebaro offers consultations in Arabic, English.

Carole Chebaro provides skilled physiotherapist care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

Joint Pain

• Osteoarthritis (Knee, Hip, Spine, Hands, Other Joints): Joint pain, aching, and functional limitation due to the progressive loss of cartilage, which physiotherapy can help manage through exercise, education, and pain relief strategies.
• 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).

Neurological

• Muscular Dystrophy / Myopathy - Supportive Physiotherapy Care: Helping individuals with muscular dystrophies and myopathies adapt to changes in their physical abilities and maintain their participation in meaningful activities through tailored physiotherapy.
• Facial Palsy / Bell's Palsy Rehabilitation: May include specific facial exercises, neuromuscular re-education (PNF for the face), biofeedback, electrical stimulation (if appropriate), massage, and strategies to improve facial movement, symmetry, reduce synkinesis (unwanted movements), and manage eye care.

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. Carole Chebaro can assess your needs.

• Core Stability & Strengthening Training: Specialized workouts to enhance your core strength, stability, and endurance, which are crucial for injury prevention, back health, and efficient performance in daily activities and sports.
• 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.
• Personalized Therapeutic Exercise Prescription: Development of a tailored therapeutic exercise program by your Physiotherapist, focused on your specific rehabilitation needs, strength goals, flexibility improvements, balance, and overall conditioning.
• 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.
• 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.
• Neurological Rehabilitation (e.g., Stroke, MS, Parkinson's, Acquired Brain Injury, Spinal Cord Injury): Tailored exercises, hands-on techniques, and functional strategies to manage symptoms (e.g., spasticity, weakness, ataxia) and optimize function in various neurological conditions, promoting participation in daily life.

Note: This list highlights some key services. For a full list of therapies offered by Carole Chebaro, 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 Neurocore Physiotherapy & Pilates Centre, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Carole Chebaro frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Are you finding that pain or weakness that's stopping me from enjoying my favorite hobbies stops you from enjoying comfortably cooking and meal prepping for their family? Carole Chebaro is dedicated to helping patients like you achieve learning specific exercises that provide ongoing relief and maintain their progress through a hands-on, active approach to physiotherapy.
• Many find that working on getting back to normal after a fracture or other surgery significantly impacts their ability to getting back to golfing 18 holes without their back acting up. Carole Chebaro helps patients target reduced muscle tension and a feeling of greater physical ease with physiotherapy, making a return to these activities possible.
• Patients struggling with feeling like my joints are just 'wearing out' and getting harder to move can find dedicated and compassionate support from Carole Chebaro. The therapeutic focus is squarely on achieving enjoying less stiffness in the mornings and throughout the day, using a range of physiotherapy services to facilitate a return to meaningful daily activities such as participating in community events and social gatherings more actively.
• Many individuals seek help from Carole Chebaro, their physiotherapist, when knee pain, especially when going up/down stairs or after a run starts impacting daily life. Through a personalized physiotherapy plan, they often achieve being able to travel more comfortably and with less planning around physical limitations, empowering them to joyfully return to activities like returning to a specific physical hobby they had to give up due to pain.

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

Carole Chebaro practices at Neurocore Physiotherapy & Pilates Centre, situated in the Langstaff, South Richvale neighborhood of Richmond Hill. The clinic is conveniently located near Business Parks and is accessible via York Region Transit (YRT) / Viva. Our clinic is accessible. Street parking and nearby paid lots offer convenient options for visitors.

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

In Ontario, you typically do not need a doctor's referral to see a physiotherapist. This is known as direct access. However, even though a referral isn't legally required to book an appointment, some private or extended health insurance plans may require one for reimbursement. It is strongly recommended that you check with your insurance provider about their specific requirements before your first appointment.

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

It's helpful to bring your health card, any referral letters from other healthcare providers if you were referred, and any reports or images from relevant medical tests (X-rays, MRIs, etc.) related to your condition. If you have private insurance coverage for physiotherapy, please bring your insurance card or policy details for billing purposes. Comfortable attire that allows for easy movement during the assessment is also recommended.

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 some specific situations, such as post-hospitalization for certain conditions, for children/youth, seniors, or through Community Physiotherapy Clinics/Family Health Teams. Eligibility criteria are strict and waitlists may exist. To determine coverage, check directly with OHIP and your private insurance plan, as many private insurance plans offer significant coverage for physiotherapy services in private clinics.

How long do physiotherapy appointments typically last?

Your first physiotherapy appointment, which includes a detailed assessment and the development of your initial treatment plan, usually takes about 60 minutes. Follow-up appointments are typically scheduled for 30 to 45 minutes. The exact duration of each session will depend on the nature of your treatment and what your Physiotherapist has planned for that specific visit to best help you progress.

What are Neurocore Physiotherapy & Pilates Centre's operating hours?

Neurocore Physiotherapy & Pilates Centre is typically open Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and some practitioners offer Saturday appointments from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. However, hours can vary by practitioner and day, so please call our office or check our website/online booking portal for the most current hours and specific practitioner availability.

Neurocore Physiotherapy & Pilates Centre
9140 Leslie Street, Unit 107
Richmond Hill, ON, L4B 0A9

Phone: (905) 886-2673

Carole Chebaro 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: XXX81

Verify registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario: https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=72484d04-8e02-e811-8134-480fcff4f671

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