Maura Katherine Murray Leslie

Maura Katherine Murray Leslie provides skilled physiotherapist care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

Pelvic Health

• Painful Intercourse (Dyspareunia) / Vaginismus / Genito-Pelvic Pain/Penetration Disorder: Specialized physiotherapy by a Pelvic Health Physiotherapist for sexual pain disorders, focusing on desensitization techniques, manual therapy to release tight pelvic floor muscles and trigger points, specific relaxation and stretching exercises, dilator therapy guidance (if appropriate), and pain education.
• Urinary Incontinence (Stress, Urge, Mixed - Men & Women): Specialized physiotherapy management of bladder leakage issues through targeted pelvic floor muscle training (Kegels and more), bladder retraining techniques, education, and lifestyle advice.
• Pelvic Organ Prolapse (Conservative Management): Physiotherapy for symptoms of pelvic heaviness, bulging, pressure, or discomfort related to prolapse, aiming to improve pelvic floor support and manage symptoms without surgery.
• Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome (CPPS - Men & Women): Persistent or recurrent pain experienced in the pelvic region (e.g., lower abdomen, perineum, genitals, rectum), which can have various causes including musculoskeletal dysfunction (e.g., tight pelvic floor muscles, trigger points), nerve irritation, or visceral issues. Affects both men and women.

Pregnancy Postpartum

• Diastasis Recti (Abdominal Muscle Separation) Assessment & Rehabilitation: Separation of the rectus abdominis muscles ('six-pack' muscles) along the midline (linea alba), often occurring during or after pregnancy. Physiotherapy focuses on assessment of the separation and functional core muscle rehabilitation.
• Postpartum Pelvic Floor Dysfunction (e.g., Incontinence, Pain, Prolapse): Helping new mothers recover optimal pelvic floor function, manage pain, and safely return to exercise and daily activities in the postpartum period.
• Pregnancy-Related Pelvic Girdle Pain (PGP) / Low Back Pain / Sciatica: Physiotherapy to alleviate common aches and pains experienced by expectant mothers, helping them to enjoy a more comfortable pregnancy and prepare for labor.
• C-Section Scar Management and Abdominal Recovery: Supporting optimal healing and restoring core and abdominal function following a Caesarean delivery, addressing issues like scar tightness, numbness, or a feeling of disconnection.

Back Neck Pain

• Whiplash Associated Disorders (WAD): A range of neck and related symptoms including pain, stiffness, headaches, dizziness, and sometimes arm pain or cognitive difficulties, following a rapid acceleration-deceleration injury to the neck, most typically from a motor vehicle accident.
• Spinal Stenosis Symptoms: Often age-related changes leading to pressure on the spinal cord or nerve roots, causing pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness in the legs with walking (neurogenic claudication in lumbar stenosis) or in the arms/hands (cervical stenosis).

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. Maura Leslie can assess your needs.

• Therapeutic Heat Application: Superficial heat application carefully monitored by your therapist to promote relaxation, pain relief, and enhance the effectiveness of other treatments.
• Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) / Photobiomodulation: The application of specific wavelengths of light energy (cold laser) by your Physiotherapist to targeted tissues to reduce pain, decrease inflammation, and accelerate tissue repair and regeneration at a cellular level.
• Spinal Decompression / Mechanical Traction: Therapeutic traction for the cervical (neck) or lumbar (low back) spine, used by physiotherapists to help reduce pain, decompress nerve roots, and improve symptoms associated with conditions like disc herniations, sciatica, or spinal stenosis.
• Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT): Targeted shockwave application to promote tissue regeneration, modulate pain, and improve function in chronic injuries, often with lasting results.
• 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.
• Therapeutic Ultrasound Application: Ultrasound therapy as part of a comprehensive treatment plan, often used to prepare tissues for manual therapy or exercise, or to manage acute and chronic soft tissue injuries.

Note: This list highlights some key services. For a full list of therapies offered by Maura Leslie, 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 Health in Focus Sports Sports Injury & Rehab, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Maura Leslie frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Patients struggling with needing help to get moving again after a long period of illness or inactivity can find dedicated and compassionate support from Maura Leslie. The therapeutic focus is squarely on achieving regaining full function in an injured area, enabling a return to cherished activities, using a range of physiotherapy services to facilitate a return to meaningful daily activities such as attending and enjoying their children's or grandchildren's sporting events.
• When experiencing discomfort, back pain, or pelvic girdle pain during or after pregnancy is limiting your lifestyle and preventing you from doing taking long photography walks to capture nature or cityscapes, physiotherapy with Maura Leslie can help you work towards being active again without the constant worry of pain or re-injury. The aim is to restore optimal function so you can comfortably and safely return to the things you love.
• Rediscover your ability to safely meeting the lifting requirements at their workplace without the constant burden of trouble with a constantly stiff and sore neck, making turning my head a pain. Maura Leslie focuses on evidence-based treatment plans that lead to developing better body awareness and understanding of healthy movement patterns, integrating various therapeutic techniques for optimal and lasting results.
• Struggling with the frustration of that 'pins and needles' feeling that won't go away? Maura Leslie develops individualized physiotherapy programs specifically aimed at achieving resuming gardening, hobbies, or household tasks without strain or discomfort. This is key to helping you get back to doing shoveling snow or raking leaves without aggravating their back with confidence and significantly reduced discomfort.

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

Maura Leslie practices at Health in Focus Sports Sports Injury & Rehab, located in the Kingscourt, Rideau Heights neighborhood of Kingston. The clinic is conveniently located near Providence Care Hospital and is accessible via Kingston Transit. Ample parking is generally accessible close to the clinic entrance.

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, some extended health insurance plans may require a referral for coverage. It is crucial to check with your insurance provider before your appointment to understand their specific requirements for physiotherapy reimbursement.

Is there parking available at or near Health in Focus Sports Sports Injury & Rehab?

Ample free parking is available for patients directly in front of and beside Health in Focus Sports Sports Injury & Rehab. Look for the designated patient parking spots.

Will I be given exercises to do at home?

Absolutely! Home exercises are a vital part of your rehabilitation journey and empower you to take an active role in your recovery process. Your Physiotherapist will carefully select and teach you exercises specific to your needs. These exercises help to reinforce what's done in the clinic, manage your condition effectively, and ensure you continue progressing towards your goals even when you're not in a session.

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

OHIP generally does not cover physiotherapy services provided in private clinics. Publicly funded physiotherapy is available through specific programs (e.g., post-hospitalization for certain conditions, for children/youth, seniors, or through Community Physiotherapy Clinics/Family Health Teams), but eligibility criteria are strict. Check your private insurance plan for coverage, as many private plans offer significant physiotherapy coverage.

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. Contact your insurance provider before your first appointment to understand your plan's specifics, including your annual maximum, per-visit limits, co-payments, referral requirements, and direct billing options. If Health in Focus Sports Sports Injury & Rehab offers direct billing and your plan allows it, we can bill your insurer directly. Otherwise, we will provide a receipt for you to submit to your insurer.

What are Health in Focus Sports Sports Injury & Rehab's operating hours?

Health in Focus Sports Sports Injury & Rehab 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. Hours may vary; please call the clinic or check their website for the most up-to-date information.

Is physiotherapy treatment supposed to be painful?

Physiotherapy should not be painful. You might experience some discomfort or stretching sensations, especially initially, but it shouldn't be distressing. Your physiotherapist will adjust treatments to ensure your comfort.

What kind of clothing should I wear to my physiotherapy appointment?

Wear clothing that allows for easy movement and access to the area being treated. For example, shorts for knee problems or a sleeveless top for shoulder issues.

Health in Focus Sports Sports Injury & Rehab
42 Queen St
Kingston, ON, K7K 1A4

Phone: (613) 766-4074

Maura Katherine Murray Leslie 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: XXX11

Verify registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario: https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=9800ad78-0ec9-e911-a811-000d3af42c56

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