Sabrina Lisa Morelli – Physiotherapist | Toronto, ON

Sabrina Lisa Morelli is a dedicated Physiotherapist. Practicing at Athlete's Care Sports Medicine Centres - King&Yonge in Toronto, ON, Sabrina is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario standards. Sabrina's focus is 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. Sabrina specializes in the assessment, treatment, prevention, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. Care is tailored to help athletes of all levels, from recreational to elite, return to their sport safely, optimize performance, and prevent future injuries. Sabrina serves patients of all ages, from infants to seniors.

Sabrina Lisa Morelli completed their degree in Physiotherapy from University of Toronto (Graduating Class of 2007). With extensive clinical experience, Sabrina is committed to ongoing professional development and evidence-based physiotherapy practices. Sabrina has a particular interest and further training in areas such as Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and Sports Physiotherapy.

Sabrina employs a patient-centered approach, actively involving individuals in their treatment planning and goal setting. Sabrina empowers patients through clear education about their condition and practical self-management strategies for lasting results. Sabrina adopts a collaborative approach, working with patients to achieve their movement and functional goals. Sabrina offers consultations in English, French, Italian.

Sabrina Lisa Morelli provides skilled physiotherapist care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

Back Neck Pain

• Spinal Stenosis Symptoms: Back or neck pain accompanied by associated limb symptoms (pain, sensory changes, weakness) due to a constricted spinal canal, which physiotherapy can help manage conservatively.
• Postural Back/Neck Pain: Muscular pain, trigger points, and tension headaches resulting from habitual poor posture, which can be addressed with postural re-education, exercises, and ergonomic advice.
• Herniated Disc / Sciatica / Radiculopathy: Pain, pins and needles, numbness, or weakness in an arm or leg resulting from irritation or compression of a spinal nerve, often managed effectively with physiotherapy techniques like McKenzie method or neural mobilization.
• Whiplash Associated Disorders (WAD): Post-traumatic neck pain, restricted movement, and associated issues common after car accidents, which benefit from early and appropriate physiotherapy intervention.

Joint Pain

• 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.
• 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).

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. Sabrina can assess your needs.

• Soft Tissue Mobilization & Release Techniques: Targeted manual methods performed by your Physiotherapist to release tight or overactive muscles, address fascial restrictions, and alleviate pain arising from soft tissue dysfunction.
• Therapeutic & Athletic Taping (e.g., Kinesio, McConnell, Rigid): Taping strategies implemented by your Physiotherapist to aid in injury management, provide stability during activity, offload sensitive tissues, and promote optimal biomechanics.
• Manual Therapy (Joint Mobilization & Manipulation): Manual treatments specifically designed to improve joint mechanics, alleviate discomfort, reduce stiffness, and enhance your range of motion in the spine or limbs.
• Orthopedic Bracing & Support Consultation/Fitting: Assessment by your Physiotherapist for and fitting of orthopedic braces or supports (custom or off-the-shelf) to stabilize joints, manage injuries (e.g., ligament tears, osteoarthritis, instability), protect healing tissues, and facilitate safe activity participation.
• Neural Mobilization Techniques (Nerve Gliding): Targeted therapy to alleviate symptoms such as shooting pain, pins and needles, or weakness arising from neural tension or entrapment.
• Custom Foot Orthotic Assessment & Prescription (if offered/certified): Prescription, casting or 3D scanning, and fitting of custom orthotics designed to correct biomechanical faults, provide support, improve shock absorption, and address foot, ankle, knee, hip, or back pain related to your foot posture and function.

Note: This list highlights some key services. For a full list of therapies offered by Sabrina, 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 Athlete's Care Sports Medicine Centres - King&Yonge, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Sabrina frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Patients often come to Sabrina feeling defeated by numbness, tingling, or weakness in my hands, arms, feet, or legs. With a supportive and targeted physiotherapy approach, achieving a smoother and stronger postpartum recovery and resuming comfortably cooking and meal prepping for their family becomes a realistic and attainable goal.
• Physiotherapy with Sabrina can be a transformative turning point for those affected by that 'arthritic' pain in my hands, hips, or knees. The shared goal is achieving restored joint function, leading to smoother and more coordinated movements, paving the way for you to enjoy shoveling snow or raking leaves without aggravating their back and a more active, vibrant life.
• Sabrina frequently assists patients in overcoming the effects of post-operative stiffness and weakness that's slowing down my recovery. A carefully designed physiotherapy program, potentially including specialized manual techniques and progressive exercises, targets feeling more stable and confident on their feet, especially on uneven surfaces and supports your enthusiastic engagement in desired activities like sitting comfortably through a movie at the cinema or a play.
• Are you finding that breathing difficulties and shortness of breath with COPD or asthma, especially during activity stops you from enjoying participating in light recreational activities like bowling or mini-golf? Sabrina is dedicated to helping patients like you achieve more comfortable and efficient movement when transitioning between positions (e.g., sit to stand) through a hands-on, active approach to physiotherapy.

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

Sabrina practices at Athlete's Care Sports Medicine Centres - King&Yonge, situated in the Richmond, Adelaide, King (Entertainment District) neighborhood of Toronto. The clinic is conveniently located near Royal Alexandra Theatre and is accessible via TTC (Subway, Streetcar, Bus). Our clinic is accessible. Ample parking is generally accessible close to the clinic entrance.

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. Always check your private/extended health insurance plans, as many offer significant physiotherapy coverage for services in private clinics.

What is physiotherapy and how can it help me?

Physiotherapy is a healthcare profession dedicated to helping people of all ages improve their movement, function, and overall well-being. A registered Physiotherapist uses evidence-based techniques like targeted exercise, hands-on manual therapy, and personalized education to assess, diagnose, and treat a wide range of injuries, pain conditions, and physical impairments affecting your muscles, bones, joints, nerves, and even your cardiorespiratory system. It can help you reduce pain, increase mobility and strength, recover from surgery, prevent future injuries, and enhance your quality of life.

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

It's recommended to wear or bring clothing that allows unrestricted movement and provides easy access for your physiotherapist to examine the body part being assessed or treated. For instance, if you have a knee problem, please wear or bring shorts. For shoulder issues, a sleeveless top or a top with loose armholes is often helpful. The goal is to make the assessment and treatment as effective as possible.

Approximately how many physiotherapy sessions will I need?

The number of physiotherapy sessions required varies greatly from person to person. It depends on several factors, including the nature and severity of your condition, how long you've had the issue (acute vs. chronic), your individual treatment goals, your body's unique response to therapy, and how consistently you are able to follow your prescribed home exercise program and self-management advice. Your Physiotherapist will discuss a proposed treatment frequency and estimated duration after your initial assessment and will continually re-evaluate your progress with you.

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

Is there parking available at or near Athlete's Care Sports Medicine Centres - King&Yonge?

Paid parking is available in the parkade adjacent to our building. Limited free street parking may also be found in the vicinity, but please check local signage for restrictions.

Athlete's Care Sports Medicine Centres - King&Yonge
11 King St. West, Suite C120
Toronto, ON, M5H 4C7

Phone: (416) 368-9990

Sabrina Lisa Morelli 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: XXX57

Verify registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario: https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=1e793b12-8f02-e811-8134-480fcff4f671

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