Tim Bao – Physiotherapist | Oakville, ON

Tim Bao is a dedicated Physiotherapist. Practicing at Halton Healthcare Services; Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital in Oakville, ON, Tim Bao is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario standards. Tim Bao'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. Tim Bao serves adults.

Tim Bao completed their degree in Physiotherapy from McMaster University (Graduating Class of 2015). With extensive clinical experience, Tim Bao is committed to ongoing professional development and evidence-based physiotherapy practices. Tim Bao has a particular interest and further training in areas such as Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy.

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

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

Common Musculoskeletal

• Low Back Pain (Acute or Chronic): Pain, discomfort, or stiffness in the lumbar spine region, whether it's a sudden onset or a long-lasting issue affecting your daily life.
• Wrist and Hand Pain (e.g., Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, De Quervain's Tenosynovitis, Strains): Symptoms in your hand or wrist that impact your ability to perform your job, hobbies, or essential self-care tasks, addressed by specialized hand physiotherapy.
• Neck Pain and Stiffness: Discomfort, limited range of motion, and persistent tension in the cervical spine (neck), often related to posture, an injury, stress, or sleeping position.

Joint Pain

• Tendinopathy/Tendonitis (e.g., Achilles, Patellar, Rotator Cuff, Tennis/Golfer's Elbow): Persistent tendon pain that can interfere with your sports, work, or daily activities, often requiring specific loading programs and advice from a physiotherapist for effective management.
• 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. Tim Bao can assess your needs.

• 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.
• Spinal Decompression / Mechanical Traction: A specialized physiotherapy treatment that uses a traction table or manual techniques to gently decompress spinal structures, relieve pressure, and promote healing.
• Core Stability & Strengthening Training: Targeted exercises focused on strengthening the deep abdominal, back, pelvic floor, and diaphragm muscles to provide better support for your spine, improve posture, enhance balance, and increase movement efficiency.
• Strength & Conditioning for Rehabilitation and Performance: Developing muscular strength and endurance to aid in injury recovery, support affected joints, improve biomechanics, and enhance athletic performance or demanding physical tasks.
• Therapeutic Heat Application: Superficial heat application carefully monitored by your therapist to promote relaxation, pain relief, and enhance the effectiveness of other treatments.
• 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.

Note: This list highlights some key services. For a full list of therapies offered by Tim Bao, 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 Halton Healthcare Services; Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Tim Bao frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Are you finding that trying to stay as mobile and active as possible while living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) stops you from enjoying being able to kneel or squat down to play with pets or children? Tim Bao is dedicated to helping patients like you achieve feeling more positive, capable, and optimistic about their physical health through a hands-on, active approach to physiotherapy.
• Patients often come to Tim Bao feeling defeated by recovering from a painful and limiting work-related injury (WCB/CNESST/WorkSafe claim). With a supportive and targeted physiotherapy approach, achieving a feeling of being 'unstuck' and more supple and resuming going on birdwatching outings in various terrains becomes a realistic and attainable goal.
• The path to recovery from recovering from a burn and needing help with scar mobility and movement and achieving a noticeable improvement in their gait and walking efficiency for engaging in detailed crafting, sewing, or knitting hobbies for hours often starts with expert guidance. Tim Bao, a skilled physiotherapist, provides just that.
• Discover how physiotherapy with Tim Bao can help you move beyond recovering my strength and mobility after a knee or hip replacement surgery. The focus is on feeling less fatigued during physical activities and throughout the day, enabling a joyful return to the activities you love, such as walking their children to school or the park.

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

Tim Bao practices at Halton Healthcare Services; Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital, situated in the Old Oakville, Eastlake neighborhood of Oakville. The clinic is conveniently located near Oakville Harbour and is accessible via Oakville Transit. Our clinic is accessible. Free patient parking is typically available on-site or nearby.

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.

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

In Ontario, you can typically see a Physiotherapist directly without a doctor's referral. This is known as direct access. However, some private insurance plans may require a referral for coverage. It is strongly recommended that you check with your insurance provider before your first appointment to confirm their specific requirements.

Is there parking available at or near Halton Healthcare Services; Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital?

Ample free patient parking is available at Halton Healthcare Services; Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital. Please look for designated patient parking spots.

I have private health insurance. How does that work with physiotherapy payments?

Many private health insurance plans offer coverage for physiotherapy. Before your first appointment, contact your insurance provider to understand your plan's specifics, including annual maximums, per-visit limits, co-payments, referral requirements, and direct billing options. If direct billing is available and your plan allows it, we can bill your insurer directly. Otherwise, we will provide a receipt for you to submit to your insurer for reimbursement.

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

OHIP generally does not cover physiotherapy services in private clinics. Publicly funded physiotherapy is available in certain situations (e.g., post-hospitalization) but eligibility criteria are strict. Check your private insurance coverage for private clinic physiotherapy services.

What should I expect during my first physiotherapy appointment?

Your first appointment will involve a thorough assessment, including a discussion of your health history and physical tests to evaluate your movement and strength. A personalized treatment plan will be developed collaboratively with you. You may also receive initial exercises or hands-on care.

What types of conditions do Physiotherapists at Halton Healthcare Services; Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital treat?

Physiotherapists at Halton Healthcare Services; Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital treat a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, including back and neck pain, joint problems (arthritis, post-surgical recovery), sports injuries, and nerve pain. We also offer specialized services such as orthopedic and musculoskeletal physiotherapy. Treatments may involve manual therapy, electrotherapy, and exercise prescription.

What is manual therapy in physiotherapy?

Manual therapy involves hands-on techniques to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal pain. This may include joint mobilization, manipulation (where appropriate and with your consent), soft tissue mobilization, and neural mobilization. The goal is to reduce pain, improve range of motion, and restore joint function.

Halton Healthcare Services; Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital
327 Reynolds St.
Oakville, ON, L6J 3L7

Phone: (905) 845-2571

Tim Bao 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: XXX53

Verify registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario: https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=b5ff0305-9302-e811-8136-480fcfeae051

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