Indira Ong Garcia – Physiotherapist | Toronto, ON

Indira Ong Garcia is a dedicated Physiotherapist. Practicing at Meditech Laser Rehabilitation Centre (BioFlex Laser Therapy) in Toronto, ON, Indira Ong Garcia is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario standards. Indira Ong Garcia 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. Indira Ong Garcia serves patients of all ages, from infants to seniors.

Indira Ong Garcia completed their degree in Physiotherapy from Liceo de Cagayan University (Graduating Class of 1999). With clinical experience, Indira Ong Garcia is committed to ongoing professional development and evidence-based physiotherapy practices. Indira Ong Garcia has a particular interest or further training in areas such as Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy.

Indira Ong Garcia employs a collaborative approach, working with patients to achieve their movement and functional goals; promoting preventative care and long-term wellness for the Toronto community through proactive physiotherapy. Indira Ong Garcia offers consultations in English, Tagalog.

Indira Ong Garcia provides skilled physiotherapist care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

Post Surgical

• Post-Shoulder Surgery Rehabilitation (e.g., Rotator Cuff Repair, Labral Repair, Stabilization, Replacement): Restoring your ability to perform daily tasks, work, and recreational activities by addressing pain, stiffness, and weakness after your shoulder surgery.
• Post-Fracture Fixation Surgery Rehabilitation (e.g., ORIF): A progressive rehabilitation program after surgery to fix a broken bone, helping you regain full use of your arm or leg and return to your normal activities.
• Post-Spinal Surgery Rehabilitation (e.g., Discectomy, Laminectomy, Fusion - with surgeon clearance): Restoring spinal function, core stability, and body mechanics post-operatively, ensuring a safe progression back to work, hobbies, and an active lifestyle.
• 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).

Arthritis

• Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) & Other Inflammatory Arthropathies: Helping you live well with rheumatoid arthritis or other inflammatory arthropathies through targeted physiotherapy interventions designed to manage symptoms, preserve function, and promote overall well-being.
• Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS): A type of chronic inflammatory arthritis primarily affecting the spine (especially the sacroiliac joints and vertebrae), leading to pain, stiffness, and potential fusion of vertebrae, which can result in a stooped posture if not managed.
• Gout (Management of Musculoskeletal Impairments): Exercises and advice to manage the impact of gout on your joints, improve mobility, and reduce the likelihood of long-term joint damage.

Hand Wrist

• Hand and Wrist Injuries & Conditions (e.g., Fractures, Tendon Injuries, Sprains, Arthritis - Conservative/Post-Op): Specialized physiotherapy for conditions affecting the intricate structures of the hand and wrist, such as fractures (e.g., Colles', scaphoid), tendon lacerations or ruptures (e.g., flexor/extensor tendon repairs), ligament sprains/tears (e.g., skier's thumb, TFCC injuries), repetitive strain injuries, or arthritis (osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis). Includes both conservative management and post-operative rehabilitation.
• 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.

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. Indira Ong Garcia can assess your needs.

• Core Stability & Strengthening Training: Targeted exercises focused on strengthening the deep abdominal, back, pelvic floor, and diaphragm muscles to provide better support for your spine, improve posture, enhance balance, and increase movement efficiency.
• Therapeutic Ultrasound Application: A non-invasive physiotherapy modality that uses sound energy to stimulate cellular activity, enhance circulation, and support tissue recovery from injury or inflammation.
• Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT): Targeted shockwave application to promote tissue regeneration, modulate pain, and improve function in chronic injuries, often with lasting results.
• 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.
• Personalized Therapeutic Exercise Prescription: Development of a tailored therapeutic exercise program by your Physiotherapist, focused on your specific rehabilitation needs, strength goals, flexibility improvements, balance, and overall conditioning.
• Therapeutic Heat Application: The use of moist heat packs, paraffin wax, or other heat sources by your Physiotherapist to relax muscles, increase local blood flow, reduce stiffness, alleviate chronic pain, and improve tissue extensibility.

Note: This list highlights some key services. For a full list of therapies offered by Indira Ong Garcia, 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 Meditech Laser Rehabilitation Centre (BioFlex Laser Therapy), physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Indira Ong Garcia frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Patients struggling with persistent dizziness that isn't a spinning vertigo but makes me feel unsteady can find dedicated and compassionate support from Indira Ong Garcia. The therapeutic focus is squarely on achieving feeling more like their 'old self' before their injury or condition began, using a range of physiotherapy services to facilitate a return to meaningful daily activities such as challenging myself with indoor or outdoor rock climbing.
• Don't let feeling generally stiff, achy, and less mobile than I used to be dictate what you can and cannot do. Indira Ong Garcia offers physiotherapy solutions aimed at better joint stability during movement and weight-bearing activities, helping you reclaim participating in light recreational activities like bowling or mini-golf and enjoy a more functional life.
• Living with needing help to get moving again after a long period of illness or inactivity doesn't have to be your norm. Indira Ong Garcia applies expert physiotherapy knowledge to work towards noticeable strength gains in their limbs, supporting more demanding tasks, so you can get back to the simple pleasure of taking group exercise classes at the community center.
• Through personalized physiotherapy at Indira Ong Garcia's clinic, common concerns like trouble with everyday tasks because of pain or weakness in my hands or grip are thoroughly assessed and addressed with the objective of a reduction in nerve-related symptoms like tingling or numbness. This often involves a combination of in-clinic treatment, education, and self-management strategies, helping people to once again enjoy activities like participating in community events and social gatherings more actively.

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

Indira Ong Garcia practices at Meditech Laser Rehabilitation Centre (BioFlex Laser Therapy), situated in the Alderwood, Long Branch neighborhood of Toronto. The clinic is conveniently located near Kensington Market and is accessible via TTC (Subway, Streetcar, Bus). Our clinic is accessible. Free patient parking is typically available on-site or nearby.

What are Meditech Laser Rehabilitation Centre (BioFlex Laser Therapy)'s operating hours?

Meditech Laser Rehabilitation Centre (BioFlex Laser Therapy) is typically open Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM. However, hours can vary by practitioner and day, so please call the clinic at [Phone Number] or check their website for the most current hours and specific practitioner availability.

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.

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. Check your private insurance for private clinic coverage and verify your specific eligibility for any public coverage directly with OHIP.

What types of conditions do Physiotherapists at Meditech Laser Rehabilitation Centre (BioFlex Laser Therapy) 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, therapeutic ultrasound, exercise prescription, and patient education to help you achieve your functional goals.

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. However, some private/extended health insurance plans require a referral for reimbursement. Check your insurance policy before your first appointment.

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.

Is there parking available at or near Meditech Laser Rehabilitation Centre (BioFlex Laser Therapy)?

Please contact the clinic directly to inquire about parking availability.

How long do physiotherapy appointments typically last?

Your initial physiotherapy visit will be around an hour long. Subsequent follow-up sessions are generally between 30 and 45 minutes, though this can be adjusted based on your individual requirements. Your Physiotherapist will advise on the appropriate appointment length for your specific care.

Meditech Laser Rehabilitation Centre (BioFlex Laser Therapy)
411 Horner Avenue, #1
Toronto, ON, M8W 4W3

Phone: (416) 251-1055

Indira Ong Garcia 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: XXX83

Verify registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario: https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=42585970-1032-e811-8142-480fcff44541

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