Jaroslaw Piascik – Physiotherapist | Toronto, ON

Jaroslaw Piascik is a dedicated Physiotherapist. Practicing at Closing the Gap - Rehab Express in Toronto, ON, Yaro is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario standards. Yaro's focus is 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. Yaro serves adults.

Jaroslaw Piascik completed their degree in Physiotherapy from Medical College Konstancin (Graduating Class of 1988). With extensive clinical experience, Jaroslaw Piascik is committed to ongoing professional development and evidence-based physiotherapy practices. Yaro has a particular interest and further training in areas such as Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy.

Yaro 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. Jaroslaw Piascik offers consultations in English, Polish, Russian, Slovak, Ukrainian.

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

Post Surgical

• Post-Spinal Surgery Rehabilitation (e.g., Discectomy, Laminectomy, Fusion - with surgeon clearance): Gentle and progressive physiotherapy rehabilitation following spinal surgery (e.g., for disc herniation, spinal stenosis, or spinal fusion), initiated once cleared by your surgeon, to improve mobility, core strength, posture, reduce pain, and safely return to daily activities.
• Post-Hip Replacement Rehabilitation (Total or Partial Hip Arthroplasty - THA/PHA): Guidance on hip precautions (if applicable for your surgical approach), a progressive exercise program, and functional retraining after hip surgery to help you achieve your goals.

Arthritis

• Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) & Other Inflammatory Arthropathies: An autoimmune condition causing chronic inflammation, pain, stiffness, swelling, and potential deformity in multiple joints, often symmetrically. Physiotherapy aims to manage pain, maintain joint function and mobility, improve strength and endurance, provide joint protection strategies, and support self-management.
• Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS): A physiotherapy approach to address the unique challenges of AS, aiming to keep you as mobile and active as possible and support your spinal health and overall well-being.
• Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA): An inflammatory arthritis that can affect some people with psoriasis (a skin condition), causing joint pain, stiffness, swelling, and sometimes affecting tendons (enthesitis) and ligaments. Can affect small or large joints, often asymmetrically, and sometimes the spine.
• Gout (Management of Musculoskeletal Impairments): Physiotherapy to address residual joint stiffness, pain, swelling, and functional loss after an acute gout attack has subsided, or to help manage musculoskeletal impairments and tophi-related issues associated with chronic gout, always in conjunction with appropriate medical management for urate control.

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. Yaro can assess your needs.

• Manual Therapy (Joint Mobilization & Manipulation): Application of precise, passive movements to joints to decrease stiffness, relieve pain, and facilitate easier, more comfortable movement.
• 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.
• General Reconditioning & Fitness Programs: Graded exercise programs designed to improve your overall physical fitness, endurance, strength, and functional capacity, especially beneficial after illness, surgery, or periods of prolonged inactivity.
• Soft Tissue Mobilization & Release Techniques: Application of skilled soft tissue techniques to manage pain, stiffness, and improve function in muscles, tendons, ligaments, and fascia.
• Neural Mobilization Techniques (Nerve Gliding): Specialized manual techniques aimed at restoring normal movement and function to peripheral nerves that may be compressed, adhered, or under tension.
• Personalized Therapeutic Exercise Prescription: A carefully selected set of exercises specific to your condition and abilities, aimed at restoring function, reducing pain, improving movement, and preventing future issues.

Note: This list highlights some key services. For a full list of therapies offered by Yaro, 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 Closing the Gap - Rehab Express, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Yaro frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Patients struggling with general muscle strains and pulls from overdoing it at the gym or in the garden can find dedicated and compassionate support from Yaro. The therapeutic focus is squarely on achieving feeling equipped with effective self-management strategies and exercises, using a range of physiotherapy services to facilitate a return to meaningful daily activities such as comfortably cooking and meal prepping for their family.
• Through personalized physiotherapy at Yaro's clinic, common concerns like working on getting back to normal after a fracture or other surgery are thoroughly assessed and addressed with the objective of the ability to sit for longer periods (e.g., at a desk, in a car) without significant discomfort. This often involves a combination of in-clinic treatment, education, and self-management strategies, helping people to once again enjoy activities like reading a good book for hours without experiencing neck pain or headaches.
• Many individuals seek help from Yaro, their physiotherapist, when that 'pins and needles' feeling that won't go away starts impacting daily life. Through a personalized physiotherapy plan, they often achieve effectively managing chronic pain and reclaiming an active lifestyle, empowering them to joyfully return to activities like working on detailed woodworking projects in their shop without hand pain.
• Physiotherapy with Yaro can be a transformative turning point for those affected by a noticeable curve in my child's spine or uneven shoulders (scoliosis concerns). The shared goal is achieving getting back to enjoying life's simple pleasures without physical limitations, paving the way for you to enjoy playing actively and roughhousing with their young kids or grandkids and a more active, vibrant life.

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

Yaro practices at Closing the Gap - Rehab Express, situated in the York Mills West neighborhood of Toronto. The clinic is conveniently located near Union Station and is accessible via TTC (Subway, Streetcar, Bus). Our clinic is accessible. Free patient parking is typically available on-site or nearby.

What are Closing the Gap - Rehab Express's operating hours?

Closing the Gap - Rehab Express 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.

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

In Ontario, you can typically see a Physiotherapist directly without a physician's referral (direct access). However, some private/extended health insurance plans require a referral for reimbursement. Check your insurance policy before your first appointment.

Is physiotherapy treatment supposed to be painful?

While some physiotherapy techniques might feel uncomfortable or cause a temporary increase in soreness, it should not be excessively painful. Your Physiotherapist will discuss what to expect and adjust techniques to ensure your comfort.

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

OHIP generally does NOT cover physiotherapy services in private outpatient clinics. Publicly funded physiotherapy is available in specific situations (e.g., post-hospitalization), but eligibility is strict. Check your private insurance for coverage.

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

Bring your health card, any referral letters, and relevant medical reports or images. If you have private insurance, bring your insurance card.

Closing the Gap - Rehab Express
47 The Links Road
Toronto, ON, M2P 1T7

Phone: (416) 226-6141

Jaroslaw Piascik 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: XXX99

Verify registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario: https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=3251cb75-8b02-e811-8134-480fcff4f671

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