ashley pehar | osteopathy & wellness
Life in Motion
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Hello. I'm Ashley.
For as long as I can remember, I have been fascinated by the human body and it's movement...
Throughout childhood I spent most of my waking hours in a dance studio which eventually led me to complete my Bachelor of Kinesiology & Health Sciences with a specialty in exercise physiology. I started my career as a personal trainer and health coach, eventually moving on to clinical research.
I discovered osteopathy following a serious ankle injury, that was not healing with typical treatment modalities. I’ll never forget my first osteopathic treatment. The osteopath did a brief assessment and then proceeded to treat my pelvis. In my head all I could think was, “this guy knows I’m here for an ankle problem right?” But, much to my amazement and despite my initial skepticism, my ankle started to feel better for the first time in months. A seed had been planted and I was hooked.
Fast forward a decade+ and I am thrilled to have the privilege of assessing and treating clients for a wide range of symptoms and complaints. I am a forever learner who is dedicated to my craft. When I’m not in the clinic or immersed in continuing education, I enjoy spending time with my husband and three children, keeping active and being outdoors in nature.
Ashley Pehar
M. OMSc., CEP, BKin
What is Osteopathy?
Osteopathy is a gentle form of manual therapy applied to various areas of the body that aims to address asymmetry, restrictions of motion and changes to tissue texture that may be present. The core intention is to harmonize the body’s musculoskeletal, nervous, circulatory and lymphatic systems in order to help restore mobility and function, decrease pain and facilitate health within the body thereby improving quality of life.
Osteopathy is based upon the principles that the body is a unit, structure and function are reciprocally interrelated and that the body has a natural ability to regulate and heal itself. The role of the osteopathic practitioner is to help facilitate changes in the body by removing any restrictions present within the tissues of the body. An osteopathic practitioner may also provide healthy lifestyle recommendations such as exercises or education on sleep hygiene and stress management.
Osteopathy can treat many different types symptoms which can include (but is not limited to):
Pain or restriction in the foot, knee or hips
Gastrointestinal issues
Sore shoulders and restricted motion
Pain in arms or wrists
Back or neck tightness or pain
Pelvic pain
Jaw pain
Nerve impingement
Headaches
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What to Expect?
All clients can expect to be treated with dignity and respect as an individual with no exception for age, gender, creed, race or sexual orientation. You will be handled gently at all times with care and consideration.
When you attend your first treatment, you will be asked in detail about your condition, medical history and present state of health. There will be a physical assessment focusing on posture, the spine and various movements.
Please wear comfortable and loose fitting clothing – please no denim, skirts/dresses, sleeveless tops or restrictive clothing.
Following assessment, there will be a range of hands on treatment approaches that may range from things that feel like stretching, compression, traction, oscillation, muscle activation/ resistance and guided breathing.
- Some techniques are so subtle it can feel as though I am doing nothing at all, while other times you may be instructed to move in particular ways to assist and facilitate the treatment.
- Treatment may be applied in the following positions: seated, laying on your back, laying on your stomach or laying on either side.
- Accommodations are made if there is a position that is unattainable for you.
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Clinic Locations
HEALTHY BALANCE PHYSIOTHERAPY + WELLNESS
3420 Rebecca St. Unit 10A
Oakville, Ontario L6L 6W2
905-469-2973
Hours:
- Monday 9am-2pm
- Tuesday 9am-2pm
- Wednesday 9am-2pm
- Thursday 2pm-7pm
COMPLETE CONNECTIONS THERAPY
5-920 Brant St
Burlington, Ontario L7R 4J1
905-870-8228
Hours:
- Friday 9:00am-2:00pm