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Physiotherapy North York
MedRehab Group North York is a physiotherapy clinic at 1275 Finch Avenue West, Suite 206, between Keele Street and Jane Street, a short walk from Finch West station on the Line 6 LRT and the 36 Finch West bus. It serves Downsview, York University Heights and the Jane and Finch neighbourhood, and it is the group's busiest Saturday clinic: one visit in five here happens on a Saturday.
Physiotherapy at the Finch West clinic
Physiotherapy is over half of everything booked. The team, Ayushi Chauhan, Dhariniben Vaghela, El Ana Rhoda Capistrano, Gopi Balar and Maria Abd Allha, treats back and neck pain, shoulder and knee injuries, arthritis, recovery after surgery, sports injuries, and pain after car accidents and workplace injuries. Many patients come from physical jobs in the industrial areas along Finch and Keele, so return-to-work planning is a regular part of treatment.
Your first visit is an assessment with a registered physiotherapist: history, movement and strength testing, and a plan in plain language. Treatment usually combines manual therapy, a home exercise programme progressed at each visit, education, and electrotherapy or ultrasound where useful. Dry needling is available from physiotherapists rostered for it.
What we treat at Finch West
Work injuries are a defining part of this clinic. Musculoskeletal injuries, mostly sprains and strains, make up about a third of all allowed lost-time claims in Ontario every year, and low back injury is the single most frequent cause of lost work time in the province. That is what walks in from the warehouses, plants and trades around Keele and Finch. The physiotherapists treat those alongside neck and shoulder pain, knee and hip problems, rehab after surgery, sports injuries and pain after car accidents. Low back pain is the biggest single reason people come, which mirrors the world: it affected 619 million people in 2020 and remains the largest cause of disability anywhere (Global Burden of Disease Study 2021).
Work injuries dominate the numbers, but the door is open to everything else. Finch West physiotherapists treat:
- Low back injuries, sciatica and disc problems
- Neck pain and headaches
- Shoulder, elbow and hand injuries
- Knee and hip pain, including arthritis
- Ankle and foot problems
- Sports and gym injuries
- Rehab after surgery, fractures and joint replacement
- Car accident injuries
- Repetitive strain from standing and lifting jobs
- Balance and mobility in older adults
How treatment works
Treatment is built around getting you back to what you do, whether that is a lifting job or a long commute. Hands-on manual therapy, a strength and mobility programme progressed each visit, and practical advice on lifting, pacing and workstation set-up. Ultrasound, electrotherapy and heat are added where they help. Custom orthotics and compression stockings are fitted on site. For WSIB claims the plan follows the Musculoskeletal Program of Care and the clinic handles the reporting.
Your first visit
New assessments are about one visit in seven here, so the process is quick and clear. A registered physiotherapist takes your history, watches how you move, tests the painful area and gives you a working diagnosis in plain language. If work is involved, bring your claim number and your employer's contact so the return-to-work plan can start on day one. No referral is needed to book.
Also at this clinic
North York offers more disciplines under one roof than most of our clinics. Chiropractic care with Dr. Derek Mak, DC and Dr. Farah Ashhadi-Somehsaraei, DC is the third most-booked service. Registered massage therapy is provided by Dong Li, Epifania Mildred Millora, Jackilyn Pulido and Li Su, who is also a registered acupuncturist. Osteopathic manual practice with Pedram Dadollahi rounds out the team. Your physiotherapist can bring any of them into your plan.
Hours, parking and getting here
Open Monday 11am to 7pm, Tuesday to Thursday 10am to 7pm, Friday 9am to 5pm and Saturday 9am to 2pm. Free parking at the building. By transit, Finch West station (Line 1 and Line 6) and the 36 Finch West bus both stop within a few minutes' walk.
Paying for physiotherapy
Close to three quarters of visits are billed to an insurer. The clinic bills most extended health plans directly and handles WSIB claims and works with your auto insurer for physiotherapy after a car accident. Private-pay fees are available from reception.
OUR NORTH YORK, TORONTO, ON CENTER
NORTH YORK PHYSIOTHERAPISTS, ACUPUNCTURISTS, AND MASSAGE THERAPISTS
MEET OUR TEAM!
Our dedicated team at MedRehab Group Physiotherapy consists of top experts in the North York area, ready to assist you with any challenges you may face.
Our North York physiotherapists are committed to identifying the root causes of your issues and delivering effective treatment for your current pain. Additionally, they focus on providing injury prevention services to help you avoid future problems.
They are compassionate, caring, and dedicated to helping you achieve your highest performance level with minimal discomfort.
Ultimately, the MedRehab Group Physiotherapy team is here to support you every step of the way. Your success is our success, and we aim to create a warm, welcoming environment where you can heal comfortably.
Gopi Balar
Registered Physiotherapist
Ayushi Chauhan
Registered Physiotherapist
Dr. Derek Mak
Chiropractor
Dhariniben Vaghela
Physiotherapist
El Ana Rhoda Capistrano
Registered Physiotherapist
Epifania Mildred Millora
Registered Massage Therapist
Dr. Farah Ashhadi Somehsaraei
Chiropractor
Jackilyn Pulido
Registered Massage Therapist
Maria Abd Allha
Registered Physiotherapist
Pedram Dadollahi
Osteopath
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a referral for physiotherapy in North York?
No. You can book an assessment directly. Check whether your extended health plan requires a doctor's note for reimbursement.
Is the clinic near transit?
Yes. Finch West station on Line 1 and the Line 6 LRT is a short walk, and the 36 Finch West bus stops nearby. There is also free parking at the building.
Do I need an X-ray or MRI before physiotherapy?
Usually not. Most back, neck and joint pain can be assessed and treated without imaging, and guidelines advise against routine scans for uncomplicated low back pain. If the assessment finds something that needs imaging, the physiotherapist will say so and write to your doctor.
How does physiotherapy fit into returning to work after an injury?
The plan is built around your job's demands from the first visit: the lifting, standing or repetitive tasks you need to manage. Treatment restores strength and movement in stages and the physiotherapist reports progress to WSIB or your insurer, including recommendations on modified duties.
Are Saturday appointments available?
Yes, Saturday 9am to 2pm. It is our busiest Saturday clinic, so book a week or so ahead for weekend slots.
Do you treat workplace injuries under WSIB?
Yes. Many of our North York patients work in physical jobs nearby. The clinic handles the WSIB paperwork and return-to-work planning is part of treatment.
Can I see a chiropractor and a physiotherapist at the same clinic?
Yes. Two Doctors of Chiropractic work here alongside the physiotherapy team, and reception can coordinate appointments.
Is this the same clinic as MedRehab Group at Jane and Sheppard?
No. This is the Finch Avenue West clinic near Keele. Our Jane and Sheppard clinic is at 2526A Jane Street, north of here.
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