Erica Lauren Tyne

Erica Lauren Tyne provides skilled physiotherapist care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

Back Neck Pain

• Herniated Disc / Sciatica / Radiculopathy: Sharp, shooting, electric-like, or burning pain that travels along the path of a nerve due to issues with intervertebral discs or other spinal structures.
• Spinal Stenosis Symptoms: Often age-related changes leading to pressure on the spinal cord or nerve roots, causing pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness in the legs with walking (neurogenic claudication in lumbar stenosis) or in the arms/hands (cervical stenosis).
• Whiplash Associated Disorders (WAD): Post-traumatic neck pain, restricted movement, and associated issues common after car accidents, which benefit from early and appropriate physiotherapy intervention.

Hand Wrist

• Hand and Wrist Injuries & Conditions (e.g., Fractures, Tendon Injuries, Sprains, Arthritis - Conservative/Post-Op): Managing a variety of acute and chronic conditions of the hand and wrist, aiming to reduce pain, improve function, and prevent long-term disability.
• Trigger Finger/Thumb (Stenosing Tenosynovitis): A condition where a finger or thumb gets stuck or 'catches' in a bent position, then may snap straight (like pulling a trigger). Caused by inflammation and narrowing of the tendon sheath around the flexor tendon.

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. Erica Tyne can assess your needs.

• Functional Movement Screening (FMS™/SFMA™ if certified): A systematic screening process, such as FMS™ or SFMA™ (if your Physiotherapist is certified), to understand how you move and guide preventative or corrective exercise programs.
• Comprehensive Musculoskeletal Assessment: A thorough evaluation by your Physiotherapist to accurately diagnose movement dysfunctions, injuries, and the underlying sources of your pain.
• General Reconditioning & Fitness Programs: Structured physical activities and exercises aimed at helping you safely regain strength, stamina, and confidence in your body's abilities, tailored to your current level.
• Core Stability & Strengthening Training: Developing control, strength, and endurance in your core musculature for improved functional performance, pain reduction, and prevention of re-injury.
• 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.
• Stretching & Flexibility Programs: Specific stretches designed by your therapist to target tight muscle groups relevant to your condition, helping to improve your flexibility and reduce your risk of injury.

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

• Erica Tyne frequently assists patients in overcoming the effects of pain in my shins when I try to run or be active (shin splints). A carefully designed physiotherapy program, potentially including specialized manual techniques and progressive exercises, targets the ability to manage symptoms independently if they occasionally recur and supports your enthusiastic engagement in desired activities like participating in water aerobics or other pool-based exercises.
• Many patients have found lasting relief from post-operative stiffness and weakness that's slowing down my recovery and achieved a significantly reduced risk of falling, enhancing safety and independence under the skilled care of Erica Tyne. This renewed physical ability often allows them to re-engage with beloved activities such as being able to carry their baby or toddler without straining their back or arms with a new lease on life.
• Living with difficulty with fine motor skills like buttoning shirts or writing due to hand pain doesn't have to be your norm. Erica Tyne applies expert physiotherapy knowledge to work towards a feeling of being 'unstuck' and more supple, so you can get back to the simple pleasure of performing tasks requiring fine motor skills and dexterity with ease.
• Many individuals seek help from Erica Tyne, their physiotherapist, when dealing with ongoing pain and stiffness after a car accident, like whiplash starts impacting daily life. Through a personalized physiotherapy plan, they often achieve being able to travel more comfortably and with less planning around physical limitations, empowering them to joyfully return to activities like competing effectively in their curling league games.

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

Erica Tyne practices at Advantage Physiotherapy and Sports Injury Clinic, situated in the New Sudbury neighborhood of Sudbury. The clinic is conveniently located near Access to New Sudbury Centre and is accessible via GOVA Transit (Greater Sudbury Transit). Our clinic is accessible. Ample parking is generally accessible close to the clinic entrance.

Is there anything specific I should bring to my first physiotherapy appointment?

To make your first appointment as smooth and productive as possible, please consider bringing: your health card, any doctor's referral letter (if applicable), results or reports of any imaging tests (X-rays, ultrasounds, MRIs) related to your current condition, a list of any medications you are currently taking, and your extended health benefits information (insurance card/policy number) for direct billing if available at our clinic. Wearing comfortable clothes is also a good idea.

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

In Ontario, you can typically see a Physiotherapist directly without a doctor's referral. This is known as direct access. However, some private/extended health insurance plans may require a referral for reimbursement of physiotherapy services. It is strongly recommended that you check with your insurance provider to understand their specific requirements before your first appointment.

Is there parking available at or near Advantage Physiotherapy and Sports Injury Clinic?

Yes, there is ample free patient parking available directly in front of and beside our building. Look for the designated patient spots.

How can I book an appointment at Advantage Physiotherapy and Sports Injury Clinic?

You can book an appointment by calling our clinic directly at (705) 566-7200 during our business hours. Our friendly reception team will be happy to assist you in finding a suitable appointment time with the right physiotherapist for your needs.

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 Advantage Physiotherapy and Sports Injury Clinic 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.

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/extended health insurance plan, as many offer significant physiotherapy coverage for services in private clinics.

Advantage Physiotherapy and Sports Injury Clinic
2141 Lasalle Blvd. Building A, Unit F
Sudbury, ON, P3A 2A3

Phone: (705) 566-7200

Erica Lauren Tyne 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: XXX80

Verify registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario: https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=df96079e-9702-e811-8136-480fcfeae051

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