About
David Peter Andrew Ham is a dedicated Physiotherapist. Practicing at Community Advantage Rehabilitation (formerly Centric Health) in Whitby, ON, David is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario standards. David 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. David serves adults.
David Peter Andrew Ham completed their degree in Physiotherapy from University of Toronto (Graduating Class of 2011). With extensive clinical experience, David is committed to ongoing professional development and evidence-based physiotherapy practices. David has a particular interest and further training in areas such as Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy.
David embraces a collaborative approach, working with patients to achieve their movement and functional goals. David utilizes a patient-centered approach, actively involving individuals in their treatment planning and goal setting. David promotes preventative care and long-term wellness for the Whitby community through proactive physiotherapy. David offers consultations in English.
David Peter Andrew Ham provides skilled physiotherapist care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:
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-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.
Joint Pain
- 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.
- Tendinopathy/Tendonitis (e.g., Achilles, Patellar, Rotator Cuff, Tennis/Golfer's Elbow): Conditions like 'jumper's knee' (patellar tendinopathy), 'swimmer's shoulder' (rotator cuff tendinopathy), or 'tennis elbow' (lateral epicondylitis) caused by tendon issues that limit your ability to perform specific tasks.
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. David can assess your needs.
- 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.
- 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.
- Cryotherapy Application (Cold Therapy): Cold therapy techniques applied by your therapist to effectively alleviate acute pain, reduce inflammation, and manage muscle soreness or spasm.
- Postural Assessment and Correction: Education on optimal body mechanics and corrective strategies to improve your posture during daily activities, work, and recreation.
- Comprehensive Musculoskeletal Assessment: A complete assessment of your musculoskeletal system to pinpoint issues, set clear rehabilitation goals, and get you started on the path to recovery.
- 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 David, 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 Community Advantage Rehabilitation (formerly Centric Health), physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. David frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:
- David believes that everyone deserves to move well and feel their best. If difficulty coordinating my movements, feeling clumsy is hindering your ability to reading a good book for hours without experiencing neck pain or headaches, a personalized plan focusing on successfully avoiding or delaying the need for more invasive treatments or surgery can make all the difference.
- With David's help, managing wrist pain and tingling, possibly from carpal tunnel syndrome, especially at night to achieve feeling more energetic and less weighed down by physical discomfort becomes a clear journey, allowing patients to confidently re-engage with life and activities like enjoying long, challenging hikes on weekends again.
- Are you finding that pain and difficulty with overhead movements like reaching into a cupboard stops you from enjoying driving for longer periods without neck or back pain? David is dedicated to helping patients like you achieve being able to play actively with their children or grandchildren again through a hands-on, active approach to physiotherapy.
- The journey to a reduction in nerve-related symptoms like tingling or numbness when faced with persistent soreness and tightness in my Achilles tendon, especially after exercise is made smoother and more effective with David's expert physiotherapy care, often leading to a fulfilling and active return to pastimes like pushing a stroller or shopping cart without difficulty.
Your personalized physiotherapy plan, developed with David, will be designed to help you reach your specific functional and wellness objectives.
David practices at Community Advantage Rehabilitation (formerly Centric Health), situated in the Williamsburg, Taunton North neighborhood of Whitby. The clinic is conveniently located near Thickson's Woods Land Trust and is accessible via Durham Region Transit (DRT). Our clinic is accessible. Free patient parking is typically available on-site or nearby.
- 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 Community Advantage Rehabilitation offers direct billing and your plan allows it, we can often 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 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.
- 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 (this is known as direct access). However, some private/extended health insurance plans do require a doctor's referral for reimbursement of physiotherapy services. We strongly advise you to check the specific requirements of your individual insurance policy before your first appointment.
- What should I do if my condition seems to worsen after a physiotherapy session?
- Some temporary post-treatment soreness can be normal, much like after a good workout. However, if your pain significantly worsens, if you develop new concerning symptoms, or if the discomfort doesn't settle down within a day or two, please call us. Your Physiotherapist would want to know so they can offer guidance and make any necessary adjustments to your care plan. Open communication is key to your successful recovery.
- 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. We strongly advise checking your private insurance for private clinic coverage.
Community Advantage Rehabilitation (formerly Centric Health)
965 Dundas St. West, Suite 201A
Whitby, ON, L1P 1G8
Phone: (905) 666-2540
David Peter Andrew Ham 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: XXX51
Verify registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario: https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=c5c836af-9002-e811-8136-480fcfeae051
Always consult with your primary healthcare provider before starting any new treatment program.