Christine Wing-San Guirguis

Christine Wing-San Guirguis provides skilled physiotherapist care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

Back Neck Pain

• Postural Back/Neck Pain: Pain and muscle tension related to ergonomic factors at work or home, muscle imbalances, and suboptimal body mechanics or movement habits.
• Spinal Stenosis Symptoms: Nerve compression symptoms due to a narrowing (stenosis) of the spinal canal or the small openings where nerves exit the spine (foramina), most commonly in the lumbar (lower back) or cervical (neck) regions.
• Whiplash Associated Disorders (WAD): Neck, shoulder, and upper back discomfort, often accompanied by headaches or 'brain fog', after a sudden jerking motion of the head, such as in a rear-end collision.

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): A carefully managed and individualized physiotherapy program to help you regain confidence in your spine, improve functional capacity, and prevent future issues after spinal surgery.
• Post-Knee Replacement Rehabilitation (Total or Partial Knee Arthroplasty - TKA/PKA): A structured physiotherapy program to manage post-operative pain and swelling, improve knee flexibility and strength, and re-educate your gait pattern after a TKA or PKA.
• Post-Shoulder Surgery Rehabilitation (e.g., Rotator Cuff Repair, Labral Repair, Stabilization, Replacement): Comprehensive shoulder rehabilitation after surgical intervention, following surgeon-specific protocols, to ensure optimal healing, manage pain and swelling, and restore your arm's functional capacity.

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. Christine Guirguis can assess your needs.

• Spinal Decompression / Mechanical Traction: Therapeutic traction for the cervical (neck) or lumbar (low back) spine, used by physiotherapists to help reduce pain, decompress nerve roots, and improve symptoms associated with conditions like disc herniations, sciatica, or spinal stenosis.
• Postural Assessment and Correction: Education on optimal body mechanics and corrective strategies to improve your posture during daily activities, work, and recreation.
• Interferential Current (IFC) / TENS Therapy: A non-invasive electrotherapy modality aimed at reducing pain, muscle guarding, or swelling, and sometimes used for muscle strengthening, as part of your physiotherapy treatment.
• 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.
• Other Electrotherapy Applications (e.g., NMES, FES): The therapeutic use of different electrical currents by your Physiotherapist to achieve specific physiological effects, such as improving muscle contraction, reducing atrophy, or enhancing functional movement.
• Comprehensive Musculoskeletal Assessment: Detailed physical assessment of your joints, muscles, nerves, and movement patterns to identify the root cause of your symptoms and guide your treatment.

Note: This list highlights some key services. For a full list of therapies offered by Christine Guirguis, 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 Grandview Children's Centre, Ajax Site, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Christine Guirguis frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• With Christine Guirguis's help, managing needing to improve my breathing patterns or lung capacity to achieve achieving their specific mobility goals, whether big or small becomes a clear journey, allowing patients to confidently re-engage with life and activities like performing tasks requiring fine motor skills and dexterity with ease.
• Many find that aches and pains that I'm pretty sure are from my bad posture at my desk significantly impacts their ability to getting back to golfing 18 holes without their back acting up. Christine Guirguis helps patients target a significantly reduced risk of falling, enhancing safety and independence with physiotherapy, making a return to these activities possible.
• For those whose that nagging tennis elbow (or golfer's elbow) that flares up with activity has made actively participating in family outings and vacations without holding others back seem like a distant memory, Christine Guirguis's physiotherapy care offers a clear path toward getting back to enjoying life's simple pleasures without physical limitations. Effective, evidence-based treatments can be instrumental in helping you get back to actively participating in family outings and vacations without holding others back with greater comfort and renewed confidence.
• Rediscover your ability to keeping up with their team during our weekly soccer match without the constant burden of numbness, tingling, or weakness in my hands, arms, feet, or legs. Christine Guirguis focuses on evidence-based treatment plans that lead to feeling more like their 'old self' before their injury or condition began, integrating various therapeutic techniques for optimal and lasting results.

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

Christine Guirguis practices at Grandview Children's Centre, Ajax Site, situated in the Southwood, Pickering Beach neighborhood of Ajax. The clinic is conveniently located near Ajax GO Station and is accessible via Durham Region Transit (DRT). Please inquire regarding specific accessibility needs for our clinic. Free patient parking is typically available on-site or nearby.

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, while a referral isn't legally required for an appointment, some extended health insurance plans may require one for coverage. It is strongly recommended that you check with your insurance provider before your first appointment to understand their specific requirements for physiotherapy coverage.

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

Physiotherapy services in private clinics are generally not covered by OHIP. OHIP may cover physiotherapy in specific situations, such as post-hospitalization for certain conditions or for specific populations (children/youth, seniors) through publicly funded programs. However, eligibility criteria are strict, and waitlists may exist. To determine your eligibility for publicly funded physiotherapy, contact OHIP directly. Most people will need to rely on private insurance coverage for physiotherapy services in private clinics, so it's essential to check your private insurance plan details.

How long do physiotherapy appointments typically last?

You can expect your initial physiotherapy visit to be around an hour long. This extended time allows for a comprehensive assessment of your condition and a collaborative discussion about your treatment goals. Subsequent follow-up sessions are generally between 30 and 45 minutes, though this can be adjusted based on your individual requirements. Your Physiotherapist will advise on the appropriate appointment length for your specific care.

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.

What are Grandview Children's Centre, Ajax Site's operating hours?

Our clinic 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 at (Please insert phone number here) or check our website/online booking portal at (Please insert website here) for the most current hours and specific practitioner availability.

Grandview Children's Centre, Ajax Site
570 Westney Rd. South
Ajax, ON, L1S 6V5

Phone: (905) 619-6551

Christine Wing-San Guirguis 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: XXX31

Verify registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario: https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=68a2707c-9302-e811-8136-480fcfeae051

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