David Spencer Snyder – Physiotherapist | Kenora, ON

David Spencer Snyder is a dedicated Physiotherapist. Practicing at Kenora Physiotherapy & Sports Injury Centre in Kenora, ON, David Snyder is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario standards. David Snyder 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 Snyder serves patients of all ages, from infants to seniors.

David Spencer Snyder completed their degree in Physiotherapy from Queen's University (Graduating Class of 2021). With clinical experience, David Snyder is committed to ongoing professional development and evidence-based physiotherapy practices. David Snyder has a particular interest or further training in areas such as Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy.

David Snyder embraces a collaborative approach, working with patients to achieve their movement and functional goals; empowering patients through clear education about their condition and practical self-management strategies for lasting results. David Snyder offers consultations in English.

David Spencer Snyder provides skilled physiotherapist care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

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): Commonly known as 'wear-and-tear' arthritis, this condition affects various joints, often worsening with age, overuse, or previous injury, and can significantly impact daily function.

Common Musculoskeletal

• Knee Pain (e.g., Patellofemoral Syndrome, Meniscal Issues - conservative, Ligament Sprains): Common knee complaints that can affect your ability to walk, climb stairs, squat, run, or participate in sports, addressed through a tailored physiotherapy program.
• Shoulder Pain (e.g., Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy, Impingement, Frozen Shoulder/Adhesive Capsulitis): Discomfort felt around the shoulder blade, at the top of the shoulder, or radiating down the arm, making simple tasks challenging.
• Low Back Pain (Acute or Chronic): Common back problems that can impact your posture, ability to perform daily activities, and overall mobility, addressed with targeted physiotherapy.
• Wrist and Hand Pain (e.g., Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, De Quervain's Tenosynovitis, Strains): Pain, numbness, tingling, weakness, or stiffness in the wrist, hand, or fingers, often resulting from overuse, repetitive tasks, arthritis, or specific conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome or De Quervain's tenosynovitis.

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 Snyder can assess your needs.

• Comprehensive Musculoskeletal Assessment: A thorough evaluation by your Physiotherapist to accurately diagnose movement dysfunctions, injuries, and the underlying sources of your pain.
• Personalized Therapeutic Exercise Prescription: Evidence-based exercise programs designed by your physiotherapist, including instruction and progression, to optimize your recovery and enhance your physical well-being.
• General Reconditioning & Fitness Programs: A progressive approach to rebuilding your physical condition, allowing for a safe return to daily activities, work demands, and hobbies you enjoy.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

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

• Patients struggling with recurrent dislocations or a feeling of instability in my shoulder or knee can find dedicated and compassionate support from David Snyder. The therapeutic focus is squarely on achieving a greater sense of body confidence and trust in their physical abilities, using a range of physiotherapy services to facilitate a return to meaningful daily activities such as getting on and off the floor with ease.
• Don't let needing help to get moving again after a long period of illness or inactivity dictate what you can and cannot do. David Snyder offers physiotherapy solutions aimed at decreased frequency and intensity of headaches related to neck or postural issues, helping you reclaim enduring their daily commute, whether driving or on public transit, without stiffness and enjoy a more functional life.
• When an old ankle sprain that never seems to fully heal and still feels weak is limiting your lifestyle and preventing you from doing performing tasks requiring fine motor skills and dexterity with ease, physiotherapy with David Snyder can help you work towards a noticeable reduction in daily discomfort, making everyday tasks easier and more enjoyable. The aim is to restore optimal function so you can comfortably and safely return to the things you love.
• Many patients have found lasting relief from one leg feeling shorter than the other, causing hip or back pain and achieved improved core stability and control, leading to better posture and reduced strain under the skilled care of David Snyder. This renewed physical ability often allows them to re-engage with beloved activities such as playing their musical instrument (guitar, piano, violin, etc.) for extended periods with a new lease on life.

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

David Snyder's practice at Kenora Physiotherapy & Sports Injury Centre is situated in a physiotherapy clinic in the central Kenora neighborhood of Kenora. 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.

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 Kenora Physiotherapy & Sports Injury Centre 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.

Does Kenora Physiotherapy & Sports Injury Centre offer direct billing to private insurance companies?

While we do not offer direct billing at this time, we provide detailed official receipts that you can easily submit to your insurer for reimbursement according to your plan. Please bring your insurance card and policy details to your first appointment and 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.

What is manual therapy in physiotherapy?

In physiotherapy, manual therapy encompasses a range of 'hands-on' interventions. Your Physiotherapist may use these techniques to help reduce your pain, increase joint movement, relax tight muscles, or improve the mobility of your nerves. Common approaches include joint glides, sustained pressures, specific soft tissue massage, and, when indicated, joint manipulations. It's a key part of helping your body move better.

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.

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

Patients in ON can typically see a Physiotherapist directly without a physician's referral (direct access). However, some private/extended health insurance plans require a referral for reimbursement. Check your insurance policy before your first appointment.

What are Kenora Physiotherapy & Sports Injury Centre's operating hours?

Kenora Physiotherapy & Sports Injury 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 for the most current hours and specific practitioner availability.

Kenora Physiotherapy & Sports Injury Centre
201-18 Mike Richards Way
Kenora, ON, P9N 1L2

Phone: (807) 468-3631

David Spencer Snyder 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: XXX54

Verify registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario: https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=e23f4782-ca15-ec11-b6e7-000d3af4c57d

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