Manual Therapy

Experience the Healing Power of Touch: Expert Manual Therapy in Oakville

Specialized, Hands-On Care That Gets You Moving
Are you struggling with a stiff joint, chronic back tension, or painful muscle knots that just won’t release? Manual Therapy is the skilled, hands-on treatment cornerstone of effective physiotherapy. At Lakeside Health and Sport, our expert physiotherapists use their hands—not machines—to gently or firmly manipulate your joints and soft tissues. This precise approach allows us to find and fix the exact source of your pain, providing immediate relief and restoring the movement you need to live without restriction.

Common Musculoskeletal Conditions We Treat

Focused, Evidence-Based Care for Pain, Mobility, and Everyday Movement

Back Pain

Targeted Treatment to Reduce Pain, Restore Mobility, and Improve Daily Function

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Neck Pain

Relieve Stiffness, Improve Movement, and Reduce Tension-Related Discomfort

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Shoulder Pain

Restore Strength, Stability, and Pain-Free Range of Motion

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Foot & Ankle Pain

Improve Stability, Reduce Pain, and Support Confident Movement

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Matt Bean

Our new Registered Psychotherapist (CRPO, CCPA, CCDP) available for Virtual appointment booking.

Matt earned his Master of Arts degree in Counselling Psychology with distinction from Yorkville University and brings decades of experience supporting teens, young adults, and families.

Healthcare Designed Around You.

Move past rushed appointments and temporary fixes. Experience 1-on-1, dedicated care designed for your specific challenges and lifelong well-being.

Running & Sports Specialists

Our elevated team includes a certified running specialist and an olympic athletics trainer, call us today to get booked in.

Advanced Therapies for a Life in Motion.

Whether you need relief from TMJ, post-cancer support, or advanced shockwave therapy, we design a precise, white-glove roadmap for your complete recovery.

Techniques Used by Your Lakeside Health and Sport Therapist

Our highly-trained team employs a variety of targeted hands-on techniques, ensuring your treatment is specific to your body’s needs:

Joint Mobilization

Gentle, rhythmic movements applied to a stiff joint (spine, shoulder, hip, etc.) to lubricate the joint surfaces, increase flexibility, and reduce nerve irritability.

Joint Manipulation

A quick, precise, low-amplitude movement often used to release a significantly restricted joint, restoring instant mobility.

Soft Tissue Mobilization (Specialized Massage)

Deep, therapeutic pressure applied to muscles, tendons, and ligaments to break up scar tissue, relax chronic tension, and improve blood flow for healing.

Myofascial Release

Focusing on the fascial connective tissue that wraps muscles, this technique releases systemic tension and restrictions that can contribute to pain far from the original site.

Trigger Point Therapy

Applying direct pressure to hypersensitive "knots" in muscles to deactivate them and resolve referred pain patterns.

Primary Goals: Immediate Benefits of Manual Therapy

Manual therapy is the most effective way to achieve rapid change in physical function. It is particularly effective for:

What Other People Just Like You Are Saying About Our Lakeside Health and Sport

    
 
 
         
   Shefali Patel 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Renee is a wonderful massage therapist, she knows so much about it the body’s muscles and how they function.  There is no one better!
  
 
        
   Rashad Abdul Rasheed 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had a great experience at Lakeside Health and Sport. My physiotherapy assessment with Saurav Roy was excellent. I went in with a right-hand issue and couldn’t lift weights properly, and he made noticeable progress in just one session. I also had a 60-minute massage with Jordan Trivino, who was very professional and focused exactly on the tight areas. I left feeling much better. Highly recommend both!
  
 
        
   Nitin Chandan 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I was in pain for nearly 6 months and my previous physio wasn't able to diagnose the issue, Sourav  did amazing job and now i can walk, like normal
  
 
        
   Marguerite Roberts 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Sharan Sandhanwalia PT was extremely knowledgeable as well as easy to deal with. Maria in reception is also friendly and helpful. I feel fortunate to have such excellent help.
  
 
        
   Anthony Ierullo 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. What a great experience with Dr. Saurav, after trying three different Phisio clinics, I’m happy to have landed something so close to home where Mary at the front desk takes care of me like I’m family and Dr. Saurav treats my Phisio needs with impeccable detail, where he has treated and found areas of concern that other do not even look at. From the initial consultation to only my second appointment I feel a difference and have hope that I’ll be able to run my next marathon in the not to distant future!! Thank you to all the staff at Lakeside Physiotherapy!!
  
 
        
   Anju Chandan 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Saurav is great with diagnosis and healing
  
 
        
   Brigitte Khayat 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Renee is an exceptional massage therapist who truly understands the body and how to target points of relief. I came in with an injury, and I already feel much better after just one session. Highly recommend her!
  
 
        
   Sandra Asta 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Jane So is the most attentive physiotherapist I’ve ever been too!  She asked lots of questions and manipulated my leg and sore knee in many ways and asked for feedback to understand the underlying cause of my pain. Well, I had been suffering for weeks, and within  days of following the exercises and  other instructions I felt much better.
  
 
        
   Nasy Soufi 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Much thanks to Lisa and Maria. They are professional, sweet, kind and super efficient. With no hesitation I would suggest Lakeside Health to family and friends as I already did.
  
 
        
   Edward Pelinovsky 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Saurav Roy is a great physio therapist and helped my ankle tremendously. 5 stars!