Vickie Wai-Yee Chan

Vickie Wai-Yee Chan provides skilled physiotherapist care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

Arthritis

• Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS): Specific exercises (e.g., McKenzie exercises, stretching, postural exercises) and strategies to help individuals with ankylosing spondylitis maintain function, reduce stiffness, and prevent long-term spinal changes.
• Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) & Other Inflammatory Arthropathies: Physiotherapy as an important part of a multidisciplinary team approach to managing rheumatoid arthritis and other inflammatory joint conditions (e.g., ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis), helping to minimize disease impact and maximize quality of life.
• Gout (Management of Musculoskeletal Impairments): Exercises and advice to manage the impact of gout on your joints, improve mobility, and reduce the likelihood of long-term joint damage.
• Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA): An inflammatory arthritis that can affect some people with psoriasis (a skin condition), causing joint pain, stiffness, swelling, and sometimes affecting tendons (enthesitis) and ligaments. Can affect small or large joints, often asymmetrically, and sometimes the spine.

Post Surgical

• Post-ACL or Other Knee Ligament Reconstruction Rehabilitation: Guiding your rehabilitation journey after ACL or other ligament surgery, from early post-operative care to advanced sport-specific training and return-to-play testing.
• Post-Fracture Fixation Surgery Rehabilitation (e.g., ORIF): A progressive rehabilitation program after surgery to fix a broken bone, helping you regain full use of your arm or leg and return to your normal activities.

Hand Wrist

• Hand and Wrist Injuries & Conditions (e.g., Fractures, Tendon Injuries, Sprains, Arthritis - Conservative/Post-Op): Focused physiotherapy care for complex hand and wrist problems, often involving custom splinting or orthosis fabrication, manual therapy (joint and soft tissue mobilization), specific exercises to restore dexterity, strength, and range of motion, scar management, and sensory re-education.
• Trigger Finger/Thumb (Stenosing Tenosynovitis): Addressing the inflammation, pain, and restricted movement associated with stenosing tenosynovitis of the finger or thumb.

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. Vickie Chan can assess your needs.

• Core Stability & Strengthening Training: A progressive program designed to build a strong and stable core, improving your body's foundation for all movements and reducing strain on other structures.
• Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) / Photobiomodulation: LLLT or 'cold laser' therapy to stimulate your body's natural healing processes, provide pain relief, and improve function in conditions like tendinopathies, arthritis, or soft tissue injuries.
• 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.
• Therapeutic Heat Application: Superficial heat application carefully monitored by your therapist to promote relaxation, pain relief, and enhance the effectiveness of other treatments.
• 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 Vickie Chan, 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 Physiocore and Sports Rehab, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Vickie Chan frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• For those whose that burning pain between my shoulder blades from too much computer work has made participating fully in their martial arts practice, including sparring seem like a distant memory, Vickie Chan's physiotherapy care offers a clear path toward implementing practical strategies to avoid re-injury during work or daily life. Effective, evidence-based treatments can be instrumental in helping you get back to participating fully in their martial arts practice, including sparring with greater comfort and renewed confidence.
• When feeling generally stiff, achy, and less mobile than I used to be is limiting your lifestyle and preventing you from doing engaging in detailed crafting, sewing, or knitting hobbies for hours, physiotherapy with Vickie Chan can help you work towards improved core stability and control, leading to better posture and reduced strain. The aim is to restore optimal function so you can comfortably and safely return to the things you love.
• Physiotherapy with Vickie Chan can be a transformative turning point for those affected by that nagging tennis elbow (or golfer's elbow) that flares up with activity. The shared goal is achieving feeling more energetic and less weighed down by physical discomfort, paving the way for you to enjoy being able to carry their baby or toddler without straining their back or arms and a more active, vibrant life.
• It's truly rewarding for Vickie Chan to witness patients conquer managing stiffness, tremors, and movement challenges with Parkinson's disease and experience moving more freely and with greater agility than they have in years. A tailored approach to physiotherapy, focusing on your specific needs, can make a significant difference in your ability to participate in dancing the night away at social events and family celebrations again.

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

Vickie Chan practices at Physiocore and Sports Rehab, a physiotherapy clinic in the central Thornhill neighborhood of Thornhill, ON. The clinic is conveniently located near nearby parks and community recreation facilities and is accessible via local public transit routes. Our clinic is accessible. Street parking and nearby paid lots offer convenient options for visitors.

What are Physiocore and Sports Rehab's operating hours?

Physiocore and Sports Rehab is typically open Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and some practitioners offer Saturday appointments from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. However, hours can vary by practitioner and day, so please call our office at or check our website/online booking portal at for the most current hours and specific practitioner availability.

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

In Ontario, you can typically see a Physiotherapist directly without a physician's referral (direct access). However, some private/extended health insurance plans may require a referral for reimbursement. Check your insurance policy before your first appointment.

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

OHIP generally does NOT cover physiotherapy services in private outpatient clinics. Publicly funded physiotherapy is available in specific situations (e.g., post-hospitalization, for children/youth, seniors, or through Community Physiotherapy Clinics/Family Health Teams), but eligibility is strict. Check your private insurance for coverage.

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

Many private health insurance plans offer full or partial coverage. Contact your insurer before your appointment to understand your plan's specifics (annual maximum, per-visit limits, referral requirements, direct billing). If Physiocore and Sports Rehab offers direct billing and your plan allows it, we can bill your insurer directly. Otherwise, we'll provide a receipt for you to submit.

Approximately how many physiotherapy sessions will I need?

This depends on many factors. After your initial assessment, your Physiotherapist will give you a better idea. We'll regularly review your progress and adjust the plan as needed.

Can physiotherapy help prevent injuries or recurring pain?

Yes. Physiotherapy can assess your movement, identify weaknesses, and provide a personalized program to prevent future injuries.

Will I be given exercises to do at home?

Yes, you'll receive a customized home exercise program to help you achieve your goals faster and maintain improvements.

What is physiotherapy and how can it help me?

Physiotherapy helps you move effectively and comfortably. Your Physiotherapist will create a personalized plan to address your specific needs and help you live a more active life.

Physiocore and Sports Rehab
9200 Bathurst Street, Unit 27B
Thornhill, ON, L4J 8W1

Phone: (905) 882-1908

Vickie Wai-Yee Chan 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=42eff1d9-8d02-e811-8134-480fcff4f671

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