Sarah Julie Habashy – Physiotherapist | Toronto, ON

Sarah Julie Habashy is a dedicated Physiotherapist. Practicing at HealthCasa Limited in Toronto, ON, Sarah Habashy is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario standards. Sarah Habashy provides 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. Sarah Habashy serves patients of all ages, from infants to seniors.

Sarah Julie Habashy completed their degree in Physiotherapy from University of Toronto (Graduating Class of 2013). With clinical experience, Sarah Habashy is committed to ongoing professional development and evidence-based physiotherapy practices. Sarah Habashy has a particular interest or further training in areas such as General Physiotherapy Practice and general physiotherapy.

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

Sarah Julie Habashy provides skilled physiotherapist care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

Back Neck Pain

• Whiplash Associated Disorders (WAD): Symptoms resulting from a whiplash injury, which can vary in severity (WAD Grades I-III) and duration, requiring a comprehensive physiotherapy approach for recovery.
• Herniated Disc / Sciatica / Radiculopathy: Sharp, shooting, electric-like, or burning pain that travels along the path of a nerve due to issues with intervertebral discs or other spinal structures.
• 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: Pain and muscle tension related to ergonomic factors at work or home, muscle imbalances, and suboptimal body mechanics or movement habits.

Sports Injury

• Muscle Strains (e.g., Hamstring, Calf, Groin, Quadriceps, Rotator Cuff): Acute pain, swelling, bruising, localized tenderness, and weakness in a muscle, often occurring during activities like sprinting, jumping, lifting, or throwing.
• Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (Runner's Knee / Anterior Knee Pain): Pain felt around, under, or behind the kneecap (patella), often described as a dull ache that is aggravated by activities like running, jumping, squatting, using stairs (especially going down), or prolonged sitting with the knee bent.

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. Sarah Habashy can assess your needs.

• 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.
• Therapeutic Heat Application: Application of therapeutic heat to prepare tissues for exercise, manual therapy, or stretching, or to manage chronic muscle soreness and joint stiffness.
• Interferential Current (IFC) / TENS Therapy: The use of specific electrical stimulation devices (IFC or TENS) by your Physiotherapist to provide pain relief, reduce muscle spasm, decrease swelling, or promote muscle activation and re-education.
• 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.
• Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT): The application of focused acoustic waves (Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy) by a trained Physiotherapist to treat chronic tendon issues (e.g., plantar fasciitis, tennis elbow, Achilles tendinopathy), calcific tendinosis, and other persistent musculoskeletal conditions.
• 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.

Note: This list highlights some key services. For a full list of therapies offered by Sarah Habashy, 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 HealthCasa Limited, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Sarah Habashy frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Living with a noticeable curve in my child's spine or uneven shoulders (scoliosis concerns) doesn't have to be your norm. Sarah Habashy applies expert physiotherapy knowledge to work towards feeling more stable and confident on their feet, especially on uneven surfaces, so you can get back to the simple pleasure of reading a good book for hours without experiencing neck pain or headaches.
• Sarah Habashy frequently assists patients in overcoming the effects of general muscle strains and pulls from overdoing it at the gym or in the garden. A carefully designed physiotherapy program, potentially including specialized manual techniques and progressive exercises, targets feeling more resilient and less vulnerable to minor strains or injuries and supports your enthusiastic engagement in desired activities like returning to a specific physical hobby they had to give up due to pain.
• Tired of breathing difficulties and shortness of breath with COPD or asthma, especially during activity interfering with simply being able to get through a workday without constant pain interruptions? Sarah Habashy uses a blend of physiotherapy techniques to help you achieve being able to play actively with their children or grandchildren again and regain your freedom of movement.
• Dealing with the ongoing challenges of awful foot pain first thing in the morning, like I'm walking on glass (plantar fasciitis)? Sarah Habashy works collaboratively with patients to reach the goal of improved performance in work-related physical demands. This might involve specific rehabilitation techniques, hands-on care, and a home program, all aimed at helping you confidently resume important activities, such as being able to carry their baby or toddler without straining their back or arms.

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

Sarah Habashy practices at HealthCasa Limited, situated in the Berczy Park (St. Lawrence Market area) neighborhood of Toronto. The clinic is conveniently located near Ontario Legislative Building and is accessible via TTC (Subway, Streetcar, Bus). Our clinic is accessible. Free patient parking is typically available on-site or nearby.

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. Verify your specific eligibility for any public coverage directly with the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP).

What should I expect during my first physiotherapy appointment?

Your initial physiotherapy appointment is a comprehensive assessment. Your Physiotherapist will start by discussing your medical history, the details of your current symptoms or injury, your concerns, and what you hope to achieve with physiotherapy (your functional goals). This is followed by a thorough physical examination, which may include evaluating your range of motion, strength, posture, balance, and specific movement patterns, as well as performing special tests relevant to your condition. Based on these findings, your therapist will provide a clinical impression or diagnosis, discuss a personalized treatment plan with you, and often begin some initial treatment or provide education and a home exercise program to get you started.

What types of conditions do Physiotherapists at HealthCasa Limited treat?

Our Physiotherapists treat a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions. This includes, but is not limited to, issues like back and neck pain, joint problems (such as arthritis or post-surgical recovery), sports injuries, and nerve pain. We also have therapists with specialized skills in areas like pelvic health and geriatric physiotherapy. Our treatments often involve manual therapy, exercise prescription, and modalities such as Cryotherapy Application (Cold Therapy) and Therapeutic Heat Application to help you achieve your functional goals.

Approximately how many physiotherapy sessions will I need?

It's difficult to say exactly how many sessions you'll need without a thorough assessment, as everyone's situation and recovery path is unique. Some acute conditions might resolve in just a few sessions, while more chronic, complex, or significant issues may require a longer period of care to achieve lasting results. Your Physiotherapist will provide an estimated treatment timeline and plan after your first visit, and this will be revisited as your treatment progresses.

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 of physiotherapy services. Check your individual insurance policy before your first appointment.

HealthCasa Limited
47 Front Street East
Toronto, ON, M5E 1B3

Phone: (647) 691-5150

Sarah Julie Habashy 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: XXX97

Verify registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario: https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=43854e80-9102-e811-8136-480fcfeae051

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