Heather Louise Stroz

Heather Louise Stroz provides skilled physiotherapist care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

Concussion

• Concussion / Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI) & Post-Concussion Syndrome: Physiotherapy for concussion recovery, focusing on symptom management, restoring normal function, and preventing long-term complications through evidence-based interventions.

Joint Pain

• 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.
• 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).

Neurological

• Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) Rehabilitation (Incomplete/Specific Cases): Comprehensive physiotherapy focusing on improving strength in available muscles, enhancing functional mobility, and promoting health and wellness after a spinal cord injury.
• Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) / Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Rehabilitation: Tailored rehabilitation programs focusing on restoring physical abilities, managing secondary complications, and improving quality of life for individuals post-TBI or ABI.
• Facial Palsy / Bell's Palsy Rehabilitation: Physiotherapy for weakness or paralysis of facial muscles, often affecting one side of the face (e.g., Bell's Palsy, Ramsay Hunt syndrome, post-surgical facial nerve injury).

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. Heather Stroz can assess your needs.

• Muscle Energy Techniques (MET): Using controlled isometric and isotonic muscle contractions, as directed by your Physiotherapist, to address joint restrictions and muscle imbalances effectively.
• 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.
• 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.
• Tele-Rehabilitation / Virtual Physiotherapy Consultations: Receiving personalized physiotherapy care online through secure and interactive video sessions with your qualified Physiotherapist, including real-time exercise correction and tailored advice.
• Neural Mobilization Techniques (Nerve Gliding): Improving the mobility and health of your nervous system to reduce pain, restore sensation, and enhance overall function.
• Home-Based Physiotherapy Visits (Mobile Physio): In-home rehabilitation programs tailored to your living space and functional needs, helping you regain independence with daily activities, manage pain, and improve mobility where you live.

Note: This list highlights some key services. For a full list of therapies offered by Heather Stroz, 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 ErinoakKids Centre for Treatment and Development, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Heather Stroz frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Dealing with the ongoing challenges of frequent headaches that seem to start from tension in my neck or shoulders? Heather Stroz works collaboratively with patients to reach the goal of a noticeable improvement in their gait and walking efficiency. This might involve specific rehabilitation techniques, hands-on care, and a home program, all aimed at helping you confidently resume important activities, such as playing a few sets of tennis without shoulder pain.
• The journey to feeling more positive, capable, and optimistic about their physical health when faced with persistent persistent dizziness that isn't a spinning vertigo but makes me feel unsteady is made smoother and more effective with Heather Stroz's expert physiotherapy care, often leading to a fulfilling and active return to pastimes like taking long photography walks to capture nature or cityscapes.
• Many individuals seek help from Heather Stroz, their physiotherapist, when wrist pain and tingling, possibly from carpal tunnel syndrome, especially at night starts impacting daily life. Through a personalized physiotherapy plan, they often achieve feeling a substantial improvement in their mobility and range of motion for easier movement, empowering them to joyfully return to activities like participating in community events and social gatherings more actively.
• Discover how physiotherapy with Heather Stroz can help you move beyond a 'frozen shoulder' feeling, where my shoulder feels completely stuck. The focus is on a reduction in nerve-related symptoms like tingling or numbness, enabling a joyful return to the activities you love, such as playing a full game of recreational hockey with their friends.

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

Heather Stroz practices at ErinoakKids Centre for Treatment and Development, situated in the West Oak Trails, Glen Abbey West neighborhood of Oakville. The clinic is conveniently located near various business parks and is accessible via Oakville Transit. Our clinic is accessible. Street parking and nearby paid lots offer convenient options for visitors.

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

In Ontario, you typically do not need a doctor's referral to see a physiotherapist. This is known as direct access. However, while a referral isn't legally required for an appointment, some private insurance plans may require one for coverage. It is strongly recommended that you check with your insurance provider before your first appointment to confirm their specific requirements for physiotherapy coverage.

Does ErinoakKids Centre for Treatment and Development offer direct billing to private insurance companies?

While ErinoakKids Centre for Treatment and Development does not offer direct billing, they provide detailed official receipts that you can submit to your insurance company for reimbursement. Please bring your insurance card and policy information to your appointment. Always confirm your coverage details, including annual maximums, per-visit limits, and deductibles, with your insurance provider before your appointment, as plans vary significantly. You are responsible for any portion not covered by your insurance.

What is ErinoakKids Centre for Treatment and Development'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. A fee may be charged for cancellations with less than 24 hours' notice or missed appointments. Please contact our clinic as soon as possible if you need to make any changes to your appointment.

Is physiotherapy covered by the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) in ON?

Physiotherapy services in private clinics are generally not covered by OHIP. Publicly funded physiotherapy is available in specific situations, such as post-hospitalization for certain conditions or through Community Physiotherapy Clinics/Family Health Teams, but eligibility criteria are strict and there may be waitlists. It's essential to check your private insurance coverage as many plans offer significant physiotherapy coverage for services in private clinics.

What are ErinoakKids Centre for Treatment and Development's operating hours?

ErinoakKids Centre for Treatment and Development is typically open Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Some practitioners may offer Saturday appointments from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. However, hours can vary, so please call the clinic or check their website for the most current hours and availability.

What should I expect during my first physiotherapy appointment?

Your initial physiotherapy appointment is a comprehensive assessment. Your Physiotherapist will start by discussing your medical history, the details of your current symptoms or injury, your concerns, and what you hope to achieve with physiotherapy (your functional goals). This is followed by a thorough physical examination, which may include evaluating your range of motion, strength, posture, balance, and specific movement patterns, as well as performing special tests relevant to your condition. Based on these findings, your therapist will provide a clinical impression or diagnosis, discuss a personalized treatment plan with you, and often begin some initial treatment or provide education and a home exercise program to get you started.

ErinoakKids Centre for Treatment and Development
2000 Glenorchy Rd
Oakville, ON, L6M 0X4

Phone: (905) 855-2690

Heather Louise Stroz 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: XXX17

Verify registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario: https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=75795c44-9702-e811-8136-480fcfeae051

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