Jacqueline Salamanca Sunio – Physiotherapist | Brampton, ON

Jacqueline Salamanca Sunio is a dedicated Physiotherapist. Practicing at LHZ Blessed Touch Health and Wellness in Brampton, ON, Jacqueline Sunio is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario standards. Jacqueline Sunio focuses on providing comprehensive assessment and treatment for a broad spectrum of musculoskeletal injuries, pain conditions, and movement dysfunctions to help patients of all ages restore function, manage pain, and improve their quality of life. Jacqueline Sunio serves patients of all ages, from infants to seniors.

Jacqueline Salamanca Sunio completed their degree in Physiotherapy from Andrews University (Graduating Class of 2009). With extensive clinical experience, Jacqueline Sunio is committed to ongoing professional development and evidence-based physiotherapy practices. Jacqueline Sunio has a particular interest and further training in areas such as General Physiotherapy Practice and general physiotherapy.

Jacqueline Sunio empowers patients through clear education about their condition and practical self-management strategies for lasting results. Jacqueline Sunio maintains a strong commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous professional learning to provide the best care. Jacqueline Sunio offers consultations in English.

Jacqueline Salamanca Sunio provides skilled physiotherapist care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

Joint Pain

• Tendinopathy/Tendonitis (e.g., Achilles, Patellar, Rotator Cuff, Tennis/Golfer's Elbow): Inflammation (tendinitis) or, more commonly, degeneration (tendinosis/tendinopathy) of tendons, leading to localized pain that typically worsens with activity or loading of the tendon.
• Osteoarthritis (Knee, Hip, Spine, Hands, Other Joints): A degenerative joint disease characterized by the breakdown of cartilage and underlying bone, leading to pain, stiffness, swelling, and reduced mobility in affected joints like the knees, hips, spine, or hands.

Back Neck Pain

• Postural Back/Neck Pain: Pain and muscle tension related to ergonomic factors at work or home, muscle imbalances, and suboptimal body mechanics or movement habits.
• Spinal Stenosis Symptoms: Nerve compression symptoms due to a narrowing (stenosis) of the spinal canal or the small openings where nerves exit the spine (foramina), most commonly in the lumbar (lower back) or cervical (neck) regions.
• Whiplash Associated Disorders (WAD): Neck, shoulder, and upper back discomfort, often accompanied by headaches or 'brain fog', after a sudden jerking motion of the head, such as in a rear-end collision.
• 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.

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. Jacqueline Sunio can assess your needs.

• Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT): A non-invasive, evidence-based treatment that uses high-energy sound waves to stimulate healing, reduce pain, and promote tissue regeneration in stubborn soft tissue conditions that haven't responded to other therapies.
• Cryotherapy Application (Cold Therapy): A common physiotherapy treatment for acute injuries, designed to help numb pain, decrease bleeding into the tissues, and minimize secondary hypoxic injury.
• Other Electrotherapy Applications (e.g., NMES, FES): The therapeutic use of different electrical currents by your Physiotherapist to achieve specific physiological effects, such as improving muscle contraction, reducing atrophy, or enhancing functional movement.
• Interferential Current (IFC) / TENS Therapy: A non-invasive electrotherapy modality aimed at reducing pain, muscle guarding, or swelling, and sometimes used for muscle strengthening, as part of your physiotherapy treatment.
• 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.
• Spinal Decompression / Mechanical Traction: Utilizing traction techniques to create space within the spine, reduce nerve irritation, improve disc hydration, and alleviate back or neck pain.

Note: This list highlights some key services. For a full list of therapies offered by Jacqueline Sunio, 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 LHZ Blessed Touch Health and Wellness, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Jacqueline Sunio frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Patients struggling with aches and pains that I'm pretty sure are from my bad posture at my desk can find dedicated and compassionate support from Jacqueline Sunio. The therapeutic focus is squarely on achieving a return to intimacy without the fear of pain or discomfort, using a range of physiotherapy services to facilitate a return to meaningful daily activities such as working at their desk all day without developing back or neck stiffness.
• Through personalized physiotherapy at Jacqueline Sunio's clinic, common concerns like one leg feeling shorter than the other, causing hip or back pain are thoroughly assessed and addressed with the objective of learning specific exercises that provide ongoing relief and maintain their progress. This often involves a combination of in-clinic treatment, education, and self-management strategies, helping people to once again enjoy activities like going on enjoyable fishing or camping trips again.
• It's truly rewarding for Jacqueline Sunio to witness patients conquer managing stiffness, tremors, and movement challenges with Parkinson's disease and experience enjoying cycling or swimming regularly without pain or limitation. A tailored approach to physiotherapy, focusing on your specific needs, can make a significant difference in your ability to participate in attending and enjoying their children's or grandchildren's sporting events again.
• Living with facial weakness or drooping on one side (like Bell's Palsy) doesn't have to be your norm. Jacqueline Sunio applies expert physiotherapy knowledge to work towards feeling more resilient and less vulnerable to minor strains or injuries, so you can get back to the simple pleasure of getting in and out of the car smoothly and without wincing.

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

Jacqueline Sunio's practice, LHZ Blessed Touch Health and Wellness, is conveniently located in the Sandringham-Wellington, Heart Lake West neighborhood of Brampton, near the Century Gardens Recreation Centre. The clinic is easily accessible via Brampton Transit, including the Züm BRT. Ample parking is generally accessible close to the clinic entrance.

Does LHZ Blessed Touch Health and Wellness offer direct billing to private insurance companies?

Yes, LHZ Blessed Touch Health and Wellness offers direct billing for most major private insurance companies such as Sun Life, Manulife, Canada Life, Green Shield, Blue Cross, etc. Please bring your insurance card and policy details to your appointment. However, please always confirm your specific coverage details, including any annual maximums, per-visit limits, or deductible requirements, directly with your insurance provider, as plans vary significantly. You are responsible for any portion not covered by your insurance.

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 recommended to check your private insurance coverage for physiotherapy services in private clinics.

Will I be given exercises to do at home?

Yes, in almost all cases, you will receive a customized home exercise program. These exercises are carefully chosen by your Physiotherapist to specifically target your issues and help you achieve your functional goals faster and more effectively. Performing them as recommended is very important for your progress and for maintaining the improvements you make during your clinic visits.

Is physiotherapy treatment supposed to be painful?

While some physiotherapy techniques might feel uncomfortable or cause a temporary increase in soreness (similar to muscle soreness after a new workout), especially when working on stiff joints or tight muscles, it should not be excessively or intolerably painful. Your Physiotherapist will discuss what sensations you might expect with different treatments and will always aim to adjust the intensity and techniques to ensure you are as comfortable as possible while still achieving therapeutic benefits. Constant communication about your comfort level is very important.

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

No, you do not need a doctor's referral to see a Physiotherapist in Ontario. 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 the specific requirements of your individual insurance policy before your first appointment.

LHZ Blessed Touch Health and Wellness
312-2250 Bovaird Dr. East
Brampton, ON, L6R 0W3

Phone: (905) 497-5498

Jacqueline Salamanca Sunio 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: XXX36

Verify registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario: https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=94c5d102-9102-e811-8136-480fcfeae051

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