Professional Details
Full Name
Dayna Lynn Morellato
First Name
Dayna
Last Name
Morellato
Preferred Name
Dayna Morellato
Languages Spoken
English
Medical School
Western University
Year Graduated
2009
Degree (Country)
Canada
Specialty
Physiotherapist
Practice Disciplines
Pelvic Health
Membership Status
Active
Registration Class
Independent Practice
Licensed By
CPO
License Number
XXX84
Data Sourced From
https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=f951ab01-9002-e811-8136-480fcfeae051
Facility Name
Rebirth Wellness Centre
Address
256 Central Ave.
City
London
Province
ON
Postal Code
N6A 1M8
Phone
(226) 663-3243

Description

About Dayna Morellato

Dayna Lynn Morellato is a dedicated Physiotherapist (Pelvic Health Focus). Practicing at Rebirth Wellness Centre in London, ON, Dayna Morellato is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario standards. Dayna Morellato's role involves providing specialized assessment and treatment for conditions related to the pelvic floor and surrounding region for all genders. This includes issues such as incontinence, pelvic pain, pelvic organ prolapse, sexual dysfunction, and pre/post-natal concerns. Dayna Morellato serves adults.

Dayna Lynn Morellato completed their degree in Physiotherapy from Western University (Graduating Class of 2009). With clinical experience, Dayna Morellato is committed to ongoing professional development and evidence-based physiotherapy practices. Dayna Morellato has a particular interest or further training in areas such as Pelvic Health Physiotherapy.

Dayna Morellato employs a patient-centered approach, actively involving individuals in their treatment planning and goal setting; a collaborative approach, working with patients to achieve their movement and functional goals; promoting preventative care and long-term wellness for the London community through proactive physiotherapy. Dayna Morellato offers consultations in English.

Common Health Concerns Dayna Lynn Morellato Addresses

Dayna Lynn Morellato provides skilled physiotherapist care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

Chronic Pain

  • Persistent Post-Surgical Pain (Chronic): Physiotherapy strategies to help manage long-term pain, hypersensitivity, and functional limitations following an operation, improving your quality of life.
  • Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) - Supportive Care: Physiotherapy for CRPS aims to manage severe pain, improve mobility and function, desensitize the affected limb, and promote normal use, often using techniques like graded motor imagery, mirror therapy, sensory discrimination training, and gentle graded exercise.
  • Fibromyalgia: A holistic physiotherapy approach aimed at improving quality of life for individuals with fibromyalgia by reducing pain, improving energy levels, enhancing sleep, and increasing functional capacity.
  • Chronic Fatigue Syndrome / Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME) - Activity Management: A complex, chronic illness characterized by profound, persistent fatigue (not relieved by rest and often worsened by exertion - Post-Exertional Malaise or PEM), accompanied by other symptoms like pain, cognitive difficulties ('brain fog'), unrefreshing sleep, and orthostatic intolerance. Physiotherapy focuses on careful activity management and pacing, not graded exercise therapy that pushes through fatigue.

Pelvic Health

  • Urinary Incontinence (Stress, Urge, Mixed - Men & Women): Specialized physiotherapy management of bladder leakage issues through targeted pelvic floor muscle training (Kegels and more), bladder retraining techniques, education, and lifestyle advice.
  • Prostatitis Symptoms / Chronic Pelvic Pain in Men (Supportive Care): Addressing male pelvic pain, which can manifest as testicular pain, penile pain, or suprapubic discomfort, through specialized physiotherapy techniques targeting musculoskeletal and neuromuscular dysfunctions.

Common Musculoskeletal

  • Low Back Pain (Acute or Chronic): Lower back issues that restrict your ability to bend, lift, sit for long periods, or enjoy your usual activities without discomfort.
  • Neck Pain and Stiffness: Discomfort, limited range of motion, and persistent tension in the cervical spine (neck), often related to posture, an injury, stress, or sleeping position.

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. Dayna Morellato can assess your needs.

Dayna Lynn Morellato's Physiotherapy Services

  • Fibromyalgia & Widespread Pain Management: Helping you manage fibromyalgia symptoms through targeted exercise, education on pain mechanisms, and self-care strategies to improve daily function and overall quality of life.
  • Muscle Energy Techniques (MET): Active patient participation through guided, gentle muscle contractions to restore normal joint play, reduce muscle guarding, and improve tissue length.
  • Soft Tissue Mobilization & Release Techniques: Application of skilled soft tissue techniques to manage pain, stiffness, and improve function in muscles, tendons, ligaments, and fascia.
  • Chronic & Persistent Pain Management Programs: Comprehensive strategies developed with your Physiotherapist to help you understand and live better with chronic pain, focusing on improving function, reducing pain's impact, and enhancing self-efficacy rather than solely on pain elimination.
  • Neural Mobilization Techniques (Nerve Gliding): Gentle, specific movements and mobilizations designed to address nerve-related pain (like sciatica or carpal tunnel symptoms), tingling, numbness, or restrictions by improving the nerve's ability to glide freely and reducing irritation.
  • Manual Therapy (Joint Mobilization & Manipulation): Manual treatments specifically designed to improve joint mechanics, alleviate discomfort, reduce stiffness, and enhance your range of motion in the spine or limbs.

Note: This list highlights some key services. For a full list of therapies offered by Dayna Morellato, 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.

Achieving Your Health Goals with Physiotherapy Care

At Rebirth Wellness Centre, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Dayna Morellato frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

  • If loss of strength in one of my limbs after an injury is preventing you from fully enjoying returning to a specific physical hobby they had to give up due to pain, Dayna Morellato offers expert guidance and tailored treatment. Physiotherapy focuses on attaining the ability to manage symptoms independently if they occasionally recur, often utilizing targeted exercises, manual therapy, and education to help you regain your previous level of function.
  • Patients struggling with difficulty coordinating my movements, feeling clumsy can find dedicated and compassionate support from Dayna Morellato. The therapeutic focus is squarely on achieving sleeping more soundly through the night due to reduced pain and discomfort, using a range of physiotherapy services to facilitate a return to meaningful daily activities such as managing shopping trips and carrying bags without excessive fatigue or pain.
  • Many patients have found lasting relief from trying to get back to my best after a frustrating sports injury and achieved less reliance on pain medication, trusting more in their body's ability to heal and function under the skilled care of Dayna Morellato. This renewed physical ability often allows them to re-engage with beloved activities such as simply being able to get through a workday without constant pain interruptions with a new lease on life.
  • For those whose facial weakness or drooping on one side (like Bell's Palsy) has made challenging myself with indoor or outdoor rock climbing seem like a distant memory, Dayna Morellato's physiotherapy care offers a clear path toward regaining full function in an injured area, enabling a return to cherished activities. Effective, evidence-based treatments can be instrumental in helping you get back to challenging myself with indoor or outdoor rock climbing with greater comfort and renewed confidence.

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

Clinic Location & Accessibility

Dayna Morellato practices at Rebirth Wellness Centre, situated in the Downtown London, North London East neighborhood of London. The clinic is conveniently located near Masonville Place Mall and is accessible via London Transit Commission (LTC). Please inquire regarding specific accessibility needs for our clinic. Street parking and nearby paid lots offer convenient options for visitors.

Frequently Asked Questions about Physiotherapy in London

Can physiotherapy help prevent injuries or recurring pain?
Yes, absolutely! Physiotherapy plays a significant role in injury prevention and managing recurring pain. Your Physiotherapist can identify underlying risk factors such as muscle imbalances, poor movement patterns, postural issues, or biomechanical inefficiencies. By addressing these through targeted exercises, education on proper body mechanics, ergonomic advice, and activity modification, physiotherapy can help reduce your risk of initial injury, prevent re-injury, and manage chronic conditions more effectively, keeping you active and healthy.
Do I need a doctor's referral to see a Physiotherapist in ON?
In Ontario, you can typically see a Physiotherapist directly without a physician's referral, a process known as direct access. However, while a doctor's referral isn't legally required to see a Physiotherapist, some private/extended health insurance plans may require one for reimbursement of physiotherapy services. It is strongly recommended that you check the specific requirements of your individual insurance policy before your first appointment.
What is Rebirth Wellness Centre's appointment cancellation policy?
We understand that schedules can change unexpectedly. To ensure we can accommodate all our patients efficiently, we kindly request at least 24 hours' notice for any appointment cancellations or rescheduling. This allows us to offer the time slot to other patients who may be waiting for care. A fee may be charged for late cancellations (less than 24 hours' notice) or missed appointments without sufficient notice. Please contact our clinic as soon as possible if you need to make any changes to your appointment.
Does Rebirth Wellness Centre offer direct billing to private insurance companies?
Please contact the clinic directly to inquire about their direct billing capabilities with private insurance companies.
What are Rebirth Wellness Centre's operating hours?
Please contact the clinic directly to inquire about their operating hours.
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. It is strongly advised that you check your private insurance for coverage of services in private clinics.
Approximately how many physiotherapy sessions will I need?
The number of physiotherapy sessions required varies greatly from person to person. It depends on several factors, including the nature and severity of your condition, how long you've had the issue (acute vs. chronic), your individual treatment goals, your body's unique response to therapy, and how consistently you are able to follow your prescribed home exercise program and self-management advice. Your Physiotherapist will discuss a proposed treatment frequency and estimated duration after your initial assessment and will continually re-evaluate your progress with you.

Clinic Contact & Licensing Information

Rebirth Wellness Centre
256 Central Ave.
London, ON, N6A 1M8

Phone: (226) 663-3243

Dayna Lynn Morellato 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: XXX84

Verify registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario: https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=f951ab01-9002-e811-8136-480fcfeae051

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

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