Rachel Dilani Adewoye – Physiotherapist | Toronto, ON

Rachel Dilani Adewoye is a dedicated Physiotherapist. Practicing at Rachel Adewoye, Physiotherapist in Toronto, ON, Rachel Adewoye is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario standards. Rachel Adewoye's practice 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. Rachel Adewoye serves patients of all ages, from infants to seniors.

Rachel Dilani Adewoye completed their degree in Physiotherapy from University of Toronto (Graduating Class of 2008). With extensive clinical experience, Rachel Adewoye is committed to ongoing professional development and evidence-based physiotherapy practices. Rachel Adewoye has a particular interest and further training in areas such as Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy.

Rachel Adewoye employs a collaborative approach, working with patients to achieve their movement and functional goals. Rachel Adewoye has a strong commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous professional learning to provide the best care; and a patient-centered approach, actively involving individuals in their treatment planning and goal setting. Rachel Adewoye offers consultations in English.

Rachel Dilani Adewoye provides skilled physiotherapist care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

Arthritis

• Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS): Physiotherapy for ankylosing spondylitis focuses on maintaining spinal mobility and flexibility (especially extension), improving posture, strengthening core and back muscles, managing pain, and providing education on self-management and regular exercise.
• Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA): Supportive physiotherapy for individuals with psoriatic arthritis, focusing on managing joint pain and swelling, maintaining range of motion and strength, improving function, and providing advice on activity modification and joint protection.
• Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) & Other Inflammatory Arthropathies: Physiotherapy as an important part of a multidisciplinary team approach to managing rheumatoid arthritis and other inflammatory joint conditions (e.g., ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis), helping to minimize disease impact and maximize quality of life.
• 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.

Common Musculoskeletal

• Shoulder Pain (e.g., Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy, Impingement, Frozen Shoulder/Adhesive Capsulitis): Difficulty with activities like reaching for objects, dressing, personal care, or carrying items due to underlying shoulder issues, which physiotherapy can help diagnose and treat.
• Neck Pain and Stiffness: Painful neck conditions that can make head movements difficult, sometimes leading to headaches or radiating pain into the shoulders.
• Wrist and Hand Pain (e.g., Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, De Quervain's Tenosynovitis, Strains): Pain, numbness, tingling, weakness, or stiffness in the wrist, hand, or fingers, often resulting from overuse, repetitive tasks, arthritis, or specific conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome or De Quervain's tenosynovitis.
• Low Back Pain (Acute or Chronic): Common back problems that can impact your posture, ability to perform daily activities, and overall mobility, addressed with targeted physiotherapy.

Joint Pain

• Tendinopathy/Tendonitis (e.g., Achilles, Patellar, Rotator Cuff, Tennis/Golfer's Elbow): Pain, tenderness, swelling, and dysfunction in a tendon (the strong cords that attach muscles to bones) due to overuse, repetitive strain, injury, or degeneration. Common sites include the Achilles, patellar tendon (knee), rotator cuff (shoulder), or elbow (tennis/golfer's elbow).
• 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.

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. Rachel Adewoye can assess your needs.

• Other Electrotherapy Applications (e.g., NMES, FES): Utilizing electrophysical agents as an adjunct to your physiotherapy treatments to aid recovery, improve muscle function, manage pain, or reduce swelling, tailored to your specific condition.
• Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT): ESWT for chronic tendinopathies, heel spurs, and other musculoskeletal problems, aiming to break down scar tissue, increase blood flow, and trigger a healing response.
• Therapeutic Ultrasound Application: Using therapeutic ultrasound as an adjunct treatment to help reduce pain, decrease inflammation, break down scar tissue, and accelerate the repair of injured soft tissues.
• Interferential Current (IFC) / TENS Therapy: Application of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) or Interferential Current (IFC) for managing acute or chronic pain conditions by modulating pain signals or promoting the release of endorphins.
• Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) / Photobiomodulation: A non-invasive light therapy used in physiotherapy to treat various musculoskeletal conditions, promote faster healing, reduce pain, and modulate inflammation without generating heat.
• 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 Rachel Adewoye, 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 Rachel Adewoye, Physiotherapist, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Rachel Adewoye 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 Rachel Adewoye. The therapeutic focus is squarely on achieving improved balance and coordination, leading to safer and more confident mobility in seniors, using a range of physiotherapy services to facilitate a return to meaningful daily activities such as getting in and out of the car smoothly and without wincing.
• Through personalized physiotherapy at Rachel Adewoye's clinic, common concerns like difficulty with fine motor skills like buttoning shirts or writing due to hand pain are thoroughly assessed and addressed with the objective of improved performance in work-related physical demands. This often involves a combination of in-clinic treatment, education, and self-management strategies, helping people to once again enjoy activities like playing a few sets of tennis without shoulder pain.
• Rediscover your ability to driving for longer periods without neck or back pain without the constant burden of soreness and tightness in my Achilles tendon, especially after exercise. Rachel Adewoye focuses on evidence-based treatment plans that lead to learning specific exercises that provide ongoing relief and maintain their progress, integrating various therapeutic techniques for optimal and lasting results.
• Struggling with the frustration of dealing with pelvic pain or bladder/bowel control issues (for both men and women)? Rachel Adewoye develops individualized physiotherapy programs specifically aimed at achieving regaining full function in an injured area, enabling a return to cherished activities. This is key to helping you get back to doing giving presentations or speaking publicly with confidence and good posture with confidence and significantly reduced discomfort.

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

Rachel Adewoye, Physiotherapist, is conveniently located in the Little Portugal, Trinity neighborhood of Toronto. The clinic is situated near Trillium Park and is easily accessible via the TTC (Subway, Streetcar, Bus). Ample parking is generally accessible close to the clinic entrance. Please inquire regarding specific accessibility needs for our clinic.

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, while a referral isn't legally required for your initial appointment, some extended health insurance plans may require a physician's referral for coverage of physiotherapy services. It is strongly recommended that you check with your insurance provider to understand their specific requirements before your first appointment.

What is manual therapy in physiotherapy?

Manual therapy refers to specialized hands-on techniques used by a Physiotherapist to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction. This can include joint mobilization (gentle, rhythmic gliding movements), joint manipulation (skilled, high-velocity, low-amplitude thrusts, where appropriate and within the therapist's scope and with your consent), various soft tissue mobilization techniques (like massage, myofascial release, trigger point release), and neural mobilization (gentle techniques to improve nerve movement). The primary goals are to reduce pain, improve range of motion, restore optimal joint mechanics, reduce muscle tension, and enhance tissue repair and function.

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

Physiotherapy services in private clinics are generally not covered by OHIP. While 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), eligibility criteria are strict and there may be waitlists. It's essential to check your private or extended health insurance plan, as many offer coverage for physiotherapy services in private clinics. You should also verify your eligibility for any public coverage directly with OHIP.

What is Rachel Adewoye, Physiotherapist's appointment cancellation policy?

We understand that schedules can change unexpectedly. To ensure we can accommodate all our patients efficiently, we kindly request at least 24 hours' notice for any appointment cancellations or rescheduling. This allows us to offer the time slot to other patients who may be waiting for care. A fee may be charged for late cancellations (less than 24 hours' notice) or missed appointments without sufficient notice. Please contact our clinic as soon as possible if you need to make any changes to your appointment.

What should I do if my condition seems to worsen after a physiotherapy session?

Some temporary post-treatment soreness can be normal, much like after a good workout. However, if your pain significantly worsens, if you develop new concerning symptoms, or if the discomfort doesn't settle down within a day or two, please call us. Your Physiotherapist would want to know so they can offer guidance and make any necessary adjustments to your care plan. Open communication is key to your successful recovery.

Rachel Adewoye, Physiotherapist
91 Shaw Street
Toronto, ON, M6J 2W3

Phone: (416) 895-0960

Rachel Dilani Adewoye 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: XXX69

Verify registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario: https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=5f02ada1-8f02-e811-8136-480fcfeae051

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