Huaning Liu – Physiotherapist | Oakville, ON

Huaning Liu is a dedicated Physiotherapist. Practicing at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital in Oakville, ON, Huaning Liu is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario standards. Huaning Liu's role 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. Huaning Liu serves adults.

Huaning Liu completed their degree in Physiotherapy from McGill University School of Physical and Occupational Therapy (Graduating Class of 2017). With clinical experience, Huaning Liu is committed to ongoing professional development and evidence-based physiotherapy practices. Huaning Liu has a particular interest or further training in areas such as Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy.

Huaning Liu employs a patient-centered approach, actively involving individuals in their treatment planning and goal setting; promoting preventative care and long-term wellness for the Oakville community through proactive physiotherapy; a strong commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous professional learning to provide the best care. Huaning Liu offers consultations in Chinese, English, French.

Huaning Liu provides skilled physiotherapist care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

Hand Wrist

• Trigger Finger/Thumb (Stenosing Tenosynovitis): Conservative physiotherapy management for trigger digit, which may include splinting to rest the tendon, specific tendon gliding exercises, activity modification advice, modalities to reduce inflammation, and education to prevent recurrence.
• Hand and Wrist Injuries & Conditions (e.g., Fractures, Tendon Injuries, Sprains, Arthritis - Conservative/Post-Op): Physiotherapy to help you regain optimal use of your hand and wrist after an injury, surgery, or due to a chronic condition, enabling you to return to work, hobbies, and daily tasks.

Back Neck Pain

• 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.
• Herniated Disc / Sciatica / Radiculopathy: Pain, pins and needles, numbness, or weakness in an arm or leg resulting from irritation or compression of a spinal nerve, often managed effectively with physiotherapy techniques like McKenzie method or neural mobilization.
• Postural Back/Neck Pain: A common cause of persistent back and neck pain due to the cumulative strain of prolonged sitting, standing, or performing tasks in non-ideal positions.

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): Conditions like 'jumper's knee' (patellar tendinopathy), 'swimmer's shoulder' (rotator cuff tendinopathy), or 'tennis elbow' (lateral epicondylitis) caused by tendon issues that limit your ability to perform specific tasks.

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. Huaning Liu can assess your needs.

• Muscle Energy Techniques (MET): Gentle, active manual therapy techniques where you use your own specific muscle contractions against your therapist's controlled resistance to improve joint mobility, lengthen tight tissues, and reduce pain.
• 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.
• Comprehensive Musculoskeletal Assessment: An in-depth examination to fully understand your specific condition, allowing your Physiotherapist to create an effective and personalized rehabilitation plan.
• Patient Education & Self-Management Strategies: Providing clear guidance on self-care techniques, activity modifications, and beneficial lifestyle adjustments for long-term well-being and injury prevention.
• Soft Tissue Mobilization & Release Techniques: Application of skilled soft tissue techniques to manage pain, stiffness, and improve function in muscles, tendons, ligaments, and fascia.
• Functional Movement Screening (FMS™/SFMA™ if certified): Assessing your fundamental movement patterns to identify limitations, asymmetries, and potential risk factors for injury or re-injury.

Note: This list highlights some key services. For a full list of therapies offered by Huaning Liu, 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 Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Huaning Liu frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Huaning Liu frequently assists patients in overcoming the effects of that persistent ache in my lower back that just won't quit. A carefully designed physiotherapy program, potentially including specialized manual techniques and progressive exercises, targets greater confidence when walking, standing, or navigating challenging environments and supports your enthusiastic engagement in desired activities like dancing the night away at social events and family celebrations.
• The journey to feeling more resilient and less vulnerable to minor strains or injuries when faced with persistent trying to get back to my best after a frustrating sports injury is made smoother and more effective with Huaning Liu's expert physiotherapy care, often leading to a fulfilling and active return to pastimes like maintaining an upright posture while working on their computer for hours.
• Struggling with the frustration of difficulty with fine motor skills like buttoning shirts or writing due to hand pain? Huaning Liu develops individualized physiotherapy programs specifically aimed at achieving waking up feeling more refreshed with considerably less pain and stiffness. This is key to helping you get back to doing reaching for items on high shelves or in cupboards without shoulder strain with confidence and significantly reduced discomfort.
• Tired of that 'pins and needles' feeling that won't go away interfering with simply being able to get through a workday without constant pain interruptions? Huaning Liu uses a blend of physiotherapy techniques to help you achieve improved breathing mechanics and capacity through postural correction and regain your freedom of movement.

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

Huaning Liu practices at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital, situated in the West Oak Trails, Glen Abbey West neighborhood of Oakville. The clinic is conveniently located near Ford Motor Company Canadian HQ & Plant and is accessible via Oakville Transit. 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 our 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.

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

Patients in Ontario can typically see a Physiotherapist directly without a physician's referral (this is known as direct access). However, some private/extended health insurance plans do require a referral for reimbursement of physiotherapy services. We strongly advise checking the specific requirements of your individual insurance policy before your first appointment.

What are Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital's operating hours?

Our clinic 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/online booking portal for the most current hours and specific practitioner availability.

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 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.

What is physiotherapy and how can it help me?

Physiotherapy is a healthcare profession dedicated to helping people of all ages improve their movement, function, and overall well-being. A registered Physiotherapist uses evidence-based techniques like targeted exercise, hands-on manual therapy, and personalized education to assess, diagnose, and treat a wide range of injuries, pain conditions, and physical impairments affecting your muscles, bones, joints, nerves, and even your cardiorespiratory system. It can help you reduce pain, increase mobility and strength, recover from surgery, prevent future injuries, and enhance your quality of life.

Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital
3001 Hospital Gate
Oakville, ON, L6M 0L8

Phone: (905) 845-2571

Huaning Liu 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: XXX74

Verify registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario: https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=8d1bd0cd-a2b0-e811-8177-480fcff44541

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