Tania Trojetto – Physiotherapist | Toronto, ON

Tania Trojetto is a dedicated Physiotherapist. Practicing at St. Joseph Health Centre in Toronto, ON, Tania Trojetto is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario standards. Tania Trojetto'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. Tania Trojetto serves adults.

Tania Trojetto completed their degree in Physiotherapy from University of Toronto (Graduating Class of 2010). With clinical experience, Tania Trojetto is committed to ongoing professional development and evidence-based physiotherapy practices. Tania Trojetto has a particular interest or further training in areas such as Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy.

Tania Trojetto'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. Tania Trojetto offers consultations in English.

Tania Trojetto provides skilled physiotherapist care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

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): Commonly known as 'wear-and-tear' arthritis, this condition affects various joints, often worsening with age, overuse, or previous injury, and can significantly impact daily function.

Arthritis

• Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA): Individualized exercise programs and pain management strategies tailored for psoriatic arthritis to help reduce symptoms and improve your quality of life.
• Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) & Other Inflammatory Arthropathies: An autoimmune condition causing chronic inflammation, pain, stiffness, swelling, and potential deformity in multiple joints, often symmetrically. Physiotherapy aims to manage pain, maintain joint function and mobility, improve strength and endurance, provide joint protection strategies, and support self-management.

Post Surgical

• Post-Spinal Surgery Rehabilitation (e.g., Discectomy, Laminectomy, Fusion - with surgeon clearance): Restoring spinal function, core stability, and body mechanics post-operatively, ensuring a safe progression back to work, hobbies, and an active lifestyle.
• Post-Shoulder Surgery Rehabilitation (e.g., Rotator Cuff Repair, Labral Repair, Stabilization, Replacement): Comprehensive shoulder rehabilitation after surgical intervention, following surgeon-specific protocols, to ensure optimal healing, manage pain and swelling, and restore your arm's functional capacity.

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. Tania Trojetto can assess your needs.

• Patient Education & Self-Management Strategies: Teaching you essential strategies and exercises to manage your symptoms independently, accelerate recovery, and prevent future problems.
• 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: The use of moist heat packs, paraffin wax, or other heat sources by your Physiotherapist to relax muscles, increase local blood flow, reduce stiffness, alleviate chronic pain, and improve tissue extensibility.
• Postural Assessment and Correction: Education on optimal body mechanics and corrective strategies to improve your posture during daily activities, work, and recreation.
• Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT): Targeted shockwave application to promote tissue regeneration, modulate pain, and improve function in chronic injuries, often with lasting results.
• 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.

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

• Through personalized physiotherapy at Tania Trojetto's clinic, common concerns like trouble with everyday tasks because of pain or weakness in my hands or grip are thoroughly assessed and addressed with the objective of a better ability to cope with the physical stresses of daily life. This often involves a combination of in-clinic treatment, education, and self-management strategies, helping people to once again enjoy activities like sitting comfortably through a movie at the cinema or a play.
• At Tania Trojetto's physiotherapy practice, individuals with difficulty coordinating my movements, feeling clumsy are guided towards regaining full function in an injured area, enabling a return to cherished activities. The focus is on enabling you to once again participate fully and comfortably in activities you enjoy, such as shoveling snow or raking leaves without aggravating their back.
• With Tania Trojetto's help, managing swelling in my arm or leg, possibly lymphedema, after surgery or treatment to achieve feeling more energetic and less weighed down by physical discomfort becomes a clear journey, allowing patients to confidently re-engage with life and activities like participating in light recreational activities like bowling or mini-golf.
• Many individuals seek help from Tania Trojetto, their physiotherapist, when recovering from surgery to my hand or wrist starts impacting daily life. Through a personalized physiotherapy plan, they often achieve increased flexibility throughout their body, particularly in their back and major joints, empowering them to joyfully return to activities like walking their children to school or the park.

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

Tania Trojetto practices at St. Joseph Health Centre, situated in the Parkdale, Roncesvalles neighborhood of Toronto. The clinic is conveniently located near Gooderham Building (Flatiron) 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.

What is St. Joseph Health 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.

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.

How can I book an appointment at St. Joseph Health Centre?

You can book an appointment by calling our clinic directly at (416) 530-6000 during our business hours. Our friendly reception team will be happy to assist you in finding a suitable appointment time with the right physiotherapist for your needs.

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.

What types of conditions do Physiotherapists at St. Joseph Health Centre treat?

Our Physiotherapists treat a wide range of musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiorespiratory 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 Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and general physiotherapy. Our treatments often involve Patient Education & Self-Management Strategies, Cryotherapy Application (Cold Therapy), and patient education to help you achieve your functional goals.

What are St. Joseph Health Centre's operating hours?

Our clinic is typically open Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM. However, hours can vary by practitioner and day, so please call our office at (416) 530-6000 for the most current hours and specific practitioner availability.

St. Joseph Health Centre
30 The Queensway
Toronto, ON, M6R 1B5

Phone: (416) 530-6000

Tania Trojetto 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: XXX77

Verify registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario: https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=e7ca1b85-9002-e811-8136-480fcfeae051

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