Dominique Olivia Tersigni – Physiotherapist | Vaughan, ON

Dominique Olivia Tersigni is a dedicated Physiotherapist. Practicing at Sporting Edge Physiotherapy in Vaughan, ON, Dominique Tersigni is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario standards. Dominique Tersigni addresses 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. Dominique Tersigni serves patients of all ages, from infants to seniors.

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

Dominique Tersigni empowers patients through clear education about their condition and practical self-management strategies for lasting results; promoting preventative care and long-term wellness for the Vaughan community through proactive physiotherapy. Dominique Tersigni offers consultations in English.

Dominique Olivia Tersigni provides skilled physiotherapist care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

Hand Wrist

• Trigger Finger/Thumb (Stenosing Tenosynovitis): Helping to alleviate the symptoms of a catching, locking, or painful finger/thumb through targeted physiotherapy interventions, potentially avoiding the need for injections or surgery in some cases.
• Hand and Wrist Injuries & Conditions (e.g., Fractures, Tendon Injuries, Sprains, Arthritis - Conservative/Post-Op): Focused physiotherapy care for complex hand and wrist problems, often involving custom splinting or orthosis fabrication, manual therapy (joint and soft tissue mobilization), specific exercises to restore dexterity, strength, and range of motion, scar management, and sensory re-education.

Back Neck Pain

• Herniated Disc / Sciatica / Radiculopathy: Back or neck pain that often radiates into an arm or leg, potentially with numbness, tingling, weakness, or burning sensations, due to a spinal disc problem (herniation, protrusion, or bulge) compressing or irritating a nearby nerve root (radiculopathy). Sciatica specifically refers to radicular pain down the leg.
• Spinal Stenosis Symptoms: Back or neck pain accompanied by associated limb symptoms (pain, sensory changes, weakness) due to a constricted spinal canal, which physiotherapy can help manage conservatively.

Post Surgical

• 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.
• Post-Hip Replacement Rehabilitation (Total or Partial Hip Arthroplasty - THA/PHA): A tailored physiotherapy program following hip joint replacement to optimize your recovery, manage pain, ensure adherence to any precautions, and facilitate a return to an active lifestyle.
• Post-Spinal Surgery Rehabilitation (e.g., Discectomy, Laminectomy, Fusion - with surgeon clearance): Supportive physiotherapy to aid your recovery and help you manage symptoms after back or neck surgery, focusing on education, safe movement strategies, and specific exercises.
• Post-Knee Replacement Rehabilitation (Total or Partial Knee Arthroplasty - TKA/PKA): The crucial rehabilitation phase following total or partial knee replacement surgery, with physiotherapy focusing on restoring range of motion, building strength, improving balance, managing pain and swelling, and enabling functional mobility (e.g., walking, stairs, getting in/out of a car).

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. Dominique Tersigni can assess your needs.

• Manual Therapy (Joint Mobilization & Manipulation): Hands-on physiotherapy focused on mobilizing restricted joints and soft tissues to promote healing, restore normal biomechanics, and alleviate pain.
• Muscle Energy Techniques (MET): Active patient participation through guided, gentle muscle contractions to restore normal joint play, reduce muscle guarding, and improve tissue length.
• 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.
• Comprehensive Musculoskeletal Assessment: A thorough evaluation by your Physiotherapist to accurately diagnose movement dysfunctions, injuries, and the underlying sources of your pain.
• Postural Assessment and Correction: Helping you understand how your posture impacts your musculoskeletal health and providing you with tools for lasting postural improvement and pain relief.
• Soft Tissue Mobilization & Release Techniques: A variety of hands-on methods such as therapeutic massage, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, and active release style techniques to reduce muscle tension, break down scar tissue, improve circulation, and enhance tissue flexibility.

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

• For those whose that 'pins and needles' feeling that won't go away has made maintaining their balance and stability while walking on uneven ground or trails seem like a distant memory, Dominique Tersigni's physiotherapy care offers a clear path toward being able to play actively with their children or grandchildren again. Effective, evidence-based treatments can be instrumental in helping you get back to maintaining their balance and stability while walking on uneven ground or trails with greater comfort and renewed confidence.
• With Dominique Tersigni's help, managing feeling generally stiff, achy, and less mobile than I used to be to achieve improved overall mobility, making it easier to navigate their home and community becomes a clear journey, allowing patients to confidently re-engage with life and activities like resuming their weightlifting routine at the gym safely.
• Are you finding that post-operative stiffness and weakness that's slowing down my recovery stops you from enjoying dancing the night away at social events and family celebrations? Dominique Tersigni is dedicated to helping patients like you achieve being able to travel more comfortably and with less planning around physical limitations through a hands-on, active approach to physiotherapy.
• Struggling with the frustration of one leg feeling shorter than the other, causing hip or back pain? Dominique Tersigni develops individualized physiotherapy programs specifically aimed at achieving a smooth and confident transition back to their work duties. This is key to helping you get back to doing simply enjoying leisurely daily walks around their neighborhood for fresh air with confidence and significantly reduced discomfort.

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

Dominique Tersigni's practice at Sporting Edge Physiotherapy is situated in the Woodbridge West (Sonoma Heights, Islington Woods) neighborhood of Vaughan. The clinic is conveniently located near Kleinburg Village and is accessible via York Region Transit (YRT) / Viva. Our clinic is accessible. Street parking and nearby paid lots offer convenient options for visitors.

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. Always check your private/extended health insurance plans, as many offer significant physiotherapy coverage for services in private clinics. Verify your specific eligibility for any public coverage directly with the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP).

What types of conditions do Physiotherapists at Sporting Edge Physiotherapy treat?

Our Physiotherapists treat a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions. This includes, but is not limited to, issues like back and neck pain, joint problems (such as arthritis or post-surgical recovery), and sports injuries. We also have therapists with specialized skills in areas like Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy. Our treatments often involve manual therapy, Muscle Energy Techniques (MET), and patient education to help you achieve your functional goals.

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.

Is physiotherapy treatment supposed to be painful?

Physiotherapy should not be an ordeal of pain. While you might feel some discomfort or a stretching sensation as you work to regain movement or strength, especially in the initial stages of treatment for an acute injury or chronic stiffness, it's rarely 'painful' in a distressing or harmful way. Your Physiotherapist will guide you through each step, modify treatments to suit your comfort and tolerance, and ensure that the overall experience is positive. The ultimate aim is to make you feel better, not worse.

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.

Sporting Edge Physiotherapy
3611 Major Mackenzie Drive West, Unit 4
Vaughan, ON, L4H 0A2

Phone: (905) 417-4646

Dominique Olivia Tersigni 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: XXX89

Verify registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario: https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=3f40c1fb-4326-ec11-b6e6-0022486d8cf9

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