Sydney Ann Hollands – Physiotherapist | Toronto, ON

Sydney Ann Hollands is a dedicated Physiotherapist. Practicing at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre in Toronto, ON, Sydney is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario standards. Sydney's focus is providing 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. Sydney serves patients of all ages, from infants to seniors.

Sydney Ann Hollands completed their degree in Physiotherapy from Queen's University (Graduating Class of 2022). With clinical experience, Sydney Ann Hollands is committed to ongoing professional development and evidence-based physiotherapy practices. Sydney Ann Hollands has a particular interest or further training in areas such as General Physiotherapy Practice and general physiotherapy.

Sydney's practice philosophy centers on promoting preventative care and long-term wellness for the Toronto community through proactive physiotherapy; a patient-centered approach, actively involving individuals in their treatment planning and goal setting. Sydney Ann Hollands offers consultations in English.

Sydney Ann Hollands provides skilled physiotherapist care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

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.
• Postural Back/Neck Pain: A common cause of persistent back and neck pain due to the cumulative strain of prolonged sitting, standing, or performing tasks in non-ideal positions.
• 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).
• Herniated Disc / Sciatica / Radiculopathy: Symptoms of nerve compression originating from the spine, such as a 'slipped disc' or 'pinched nerve', causing radiating pain, altered sensation, or muscle weakness in a limb.

Joint Pain

• Tendinopathy/Tendonitis (e.g., Achilles, Patellar, Rotator Cuff, Tennis/Golfer's Elbow): Inflammation (tendinitis) or, more commonly, degeneration (tendinosis/tendinopathy) of tendons, leading to localized pain that typically worsens with activity or loading of the tendon.
• 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.

Common Musculoskeletal

• Muscle Strains and Tears: A 'pulled' muscle, often occurring during activities like sprinting, jumping, lifting, or sudden changes in direction, causing immediate pain and difficulty using the muscle.
• Ankle Sprains and Instability: A 'rolled' or twisted ankle with subsequent swelling, tenderness, and difficulty putting your full weight on the foot.

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. Sydney can assess your needs.

• Therapeutic Ultrasound Application: The application of high-frequency sound waves by your Physiotherapist to targeted tissues to promote deep tissue heating, increase local blood flow, reduce pain, and facilitate the healing process in soft tissues like muscles, tendons, or ligaments.
• Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) / Photobiomodulation: Utilizing therapeutic laser to enhance tissue regeneration, reduce pain signals, and manage inflammation as part of your comprehensive physiotherapy care.
• Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT): A non-invasive, evidence-based treatment that uses high-energy sound waves to stimulate healing, reduce pain, and promote tissue regeneration in stubborn soft tissue conditions that haven't responded to other therapies.
• 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.
• 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.
• Cryotherapy Application (Cold Therapy): The application of cold packs, ice massage, or other cold modalities by your Physiotherapist to reduce swelling, inflammation, muscle spasm, and acute pain, particularly after an injury.

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

• Struggling with the frustration of that 'arthritic' pain in my hands, hips, or knees? Sydney develops individualized physiotherapy programs specifically aimed at achieving being able to climb stairs with ease and confidence once again. This is key to helping you get back to doing doing household chores like vacuuming, mopping, or laundry without pain with confidence and significantly reduced discomfort.
• It's truly rewarding for Sydney to witness patients conquer my baby/child having trouble with their motor skills, like delayed rolling, sitting or walking and experience waking up feeling more refreshed with considerably less pain and stiffness. A tailored approach to physiotherapy, focusing on your specific needs, can make a significant difference in your ability to participate in managing their personal care routines independently again.
• With Sydney's help, managing facial weakness or drooping on one side (like Bell's Palsy) to achieve improved circulation and tissue healing becomes a clear journey, allowing patients to confidently re-engage with life and activities like working on detailed woodworking projects in their shop without hand pain.
• Living with wrist pain and tingling, possibly from carpal tunnel syndrome, especially at night doesn't have to be your norm. Sydney applies expert physiotherapy knowledge to work towards increased endurance for walking, allowing for longer and more enjoyable outings, so you can get back to the simple pleasure of safely meeting the lifting requirements at their workplace.

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

Sydney practices at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, located in the Bay Street Corridor (Discovery District) neighborhood of Toronto. The clinic is conveniently located near University Settlement Recreation Centre and is accessible via TTC (Subway, Streetcar, Bus). Our clinic is accessible. Street parking and nearby paid lots offer convenient options for visitors.

Is physiotherapy treatment supposed to be painful?

Physiotherapy should not be an ordeal of pain. While you might feel some discomfort or a stretching sensation as you work to regain movement or strength, especially in the initial stages of treatment for an acute injury or chronic stiffness, it's rarely 'painful' in a distressing or harmful way. Your Physiotherapist will guide you through each step, modify treatments to suit your comfort and tolerance, and ensure that the overall experience is positive. The ultimate aim is to make you feel better, not worse.

What is Princess Margaret Cancer Centre'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.

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

Patients in Ontario can typically see a Physiotherapist directly without a physician's referral. However, some private/extended health insurance plans require a referral for reimbursement. Check your insurance policy before your first appointment.

Will I be given exercises to do at home?

Yes, a personalized home exercise program is a crucial and integral component of most physiotherapy treatment plans. Your Physiotherapist will prescribe specific exercises tailored to your condition, abilities, and goals. These exercises are designed to complement your in-clinic treatment, help you manage your symptoms effectively between sessions, accelerate your recovery, and empower you with tools for long-term self-management. Your active participation in your home program is key for optimal results.

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. Check your private insurance for private clinic coverage.

Is there parking available at or near Princess Margaret Cancer Centre?

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

Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
610 University Avenue
Toronto, ON, M5G 2M9

Phone: (416) 946-2000

Sydney Ann Hollands 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: XXX93

Verify registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario: https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=dc2cc5d1-bd14-ed11-b83e-0022486df36c

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