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Lorraine Spekkens, M.Sc., PT

Offers In-person and virtual appointments
  • Physiotherapist
  • Woman
  • Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars. 42 rating(s).
Accepting new patients

Provider's hours

Sunday
Closed
Monday
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday
Closed

Description

Lorraine is a co-founder of Balance Physiotherapy.  She graduated with honours from the Physiotherapy Program at Queen's University in 1995, while completing a concurrent Biology degree.  Lorraine developed her initial expertise in neurology at Toronto Rehabilitation Institute's Lyndhurst Centre before branching out into a variety of public and private settings.   In 2004, she and David opened Balance Physiotherapy.  Lorraine is a member of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association and holds an independent practice certificate from the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario.

Conditions

  • Ankle pain
  • Arthritis
  • Back pain
  • Balance issues
  • Carpal tunnel
  • Concussions
  • Dislocations
  • Flexibility issues
  • Foot pain
  • Headaches
  • Injuries
  • Joint pain
  • Knee pain
  • Leg pain
  • Muscle imbalances
  • Neck pain
  • Plantar fasciitis
  • Posture issues
  • Rotator cuff issues
  • Shoulder pain
  • Sports injuries
  • Sprains
  • Tendonitis
  • Tennis elbow
  • Torn ligaments
  • Torn muscles
  • Walking issues
  • Wrist pain

Services

  • Concussion therapy
  • Electrotherapy
  • Ergonomics
  • Functional restoration
  • Home Visits
  • Joint manipulation
  • Joint mobilization
  • Laser therapy
  • Pre/Post-surgical rehabilitation
  • Soft tissue therapy
  • Sport therapy
  • Ultrasound therapy

Clientele

  • Adults (18+)​
  • Children (under 12)​
  • Seniors (65+)​
  • Teens (13-17)​

Languages spoken

  • English
  • French

Professional designations

  • Master of Science (M.Sc.)
  • Physiotherapist (PT)

Education

  • Queen's University - Masters in Physiotherapy
  • Queen's University - Biology

Professional associations

  • Canadian Physiotherapy Association
  • College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
Facility Information

Summary

Welcome to Balance Physiotherapy. Since 2004, we have been dedicated to providing high quality, personalized and cost-efficient therapy services to our clients.  Our team of health care providers has extensive experience treating a variety of neurological and orthopaedic conditions caused by motor vehicle accidents, illness, workplace accidents and sports injuries.
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At Balance Physiotherapy, our mission is simple - to help clients enhance their quality of life by maximizing independent functioning and minimizing pain.

Business hours

Sunday
Closed
Monday
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday
Closed

Services & supplies

  • Ageing in place assessment
  • Environmental assessments
  • Fine motor development
  • Gross motor development
  • Hand therapy
  • Home accessibility/safety assessment
  • Physical challenge support
  • Psychoeducation
  • Sensory processing, integration
  • Wheelchair & mobility assessment/services

Amenities

  • Close to public transit
  • Free parking
  • Wheelchair accessible
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8-12 Upjohn Rd, Toronto, ON M3B 2V9

Provider's hours

Sunday
Closed
Monday
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday
Closed

Business hours

Sunday
Closed
Monday
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday
Closed