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

Unsure if osteopathic treatment can help you?
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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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What Others Have Said

    
 
 
        
   I B 
 2024-03-20
 
 
  My appointments with Ashley have been the perfect addition to my treatment plan! Although I had heard of Osteopathy I was not quite sure what to expect going into my first appointment. However, after just a few minutes with Ashley I knew that this modality was a great fit for me, given its holistic and whole-body approach to health issues. I am impressed by Ashley's knowledge and her gentle, caring and patient approach. I find myself looking forward to my appointments with her and always leaving feeling better than when I came in. Ashley has been an integral part of my recovery.
  
 
       
   Leah Hordyk 
 2024-03-06
 
 
  My experience with Ashley has been amazing!! I have never been to an osteopath, and I had kind of come to terms with the fact I was going to have to live with chronic headaches.   I suffered from chronic headaches due to a concussion.  1-2 times a week I was having them for about 9 and a half years.  I have been to physio therapy a few times when my doctor would send me.  But the headaches never went away.  They were triggered by anything, strong smells, the weather, loud noises, and a lot of the time just randomly.  I saw Ashley about my headaches and she worked on my head.  Within three visits I started seeing a difference.  My headaches were not as bad.  Each visit they improved more and more.  On my second last visit I had been headache free for about two weeks!  I went for one more check in visit three weeks later still headache free.  I can now proudly say I have been headache free for 7 and a half weeks!!   She worked on my head and jaw, and my last two visits she worked on the roof of my mouth.
Thank you Ashley!!
  
 
       
   Stephanie Dongelmans 
 2024-03-05
 
 
  Ashley is a wonderful Osteopath. She professional and knowledgeable. Ashley is very caring and patient and took the time to answer all my questions. I could feel the improvement in my body after only a few treatments. Ashley also followed up after my treatments with at home exercises to assist me. I would highly recommend Ashley if you are looking for an amazing osteopath!
  
 
       
   Suzanne Wales 
 2024-02-09
 
 
  Ashley has resolved my shoulder pain and is currently working on a problem with my lower back and hips.  I highly recommend her services. She teaches you exercises and then follows up by email with attached videos to make sure you are doing them correctly
  
 
       
   HD N 
 2023-12-11
 
 
  My entire experience since seeing Ashley for treatment has been perfect. Thank you!
  
 
       
   Kim Love 
 2023-12-04
 
 
  My experience with Ashley has been great from the start. As someone who had never seen an Osteopath before, she explained exactly what one did and how she planned to help me not only with my lower back pain (caused by a bulging disc), but with my migraines as well. After only a few treatments, my lower back pain had pretty much disappeared, and if I ever found that it was coming back, I was always able to book another appointment with her to realign my back again. Ashley is very friendly and knowledgable in her field, always finding ways to continue learning about her practice. Would definitely recommend for anyone with any kind of back or joint pain.
  
 
       
   Sarah Lawton 
 2023-10-27
 
 
  I started seeing Ashley for osteopathic services at the beginning of this year with some severe lower back pain, frequent urination problems  and ankle pain/soreness and flexibility issues (from an injury) being my main issues  -  since seeing Ashley, all ailments listed above are either gone completely or lessened significantly

Ashley’s professionalism, dedication and help has been instrumental in the transformation of my overall wellness and pain management - I have also used her cranial sacral therapy ostheo sessions - and they are excellent for my headaches, my busy mind and my stressful life

Thank you Ashley -  highly recommend
  
 
       
   Elaine Toffolo 
 2023-10-21
 
 
  I have been to Chiropractors and it was always a temporary fix. However I never felt as good as I did after seeing Ashley. I literally had no more pain to my S.I.Joint area and to my lower back.
  
 
       
   Marlene Allison patrick 
 2023-10-18
 
 
  I was experiencing pain in my lower back. I went to see Ashley for an osteopath treatment.

After completing an assessment she began working on me. Her technique is gentle but firm. She is very professional. I found her to be warm and caring and I felt very comfortable with her and the treatment.

I would absolutely recommend Ashley. Following my appointment my back pain dissipated.
  
 
  
  
 
 
   Google rating score: 5.0 of 5, based on 9 reviews

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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
Thursday 2pm-7pm

MOBILITY PLUS CHIROPRACTIC

1927 Ironwalk Way #3
Oakville, Ontario L6H 0N1
905-339-3773

Hours:

Wednesday 9:30am-2:30pm
Friday 9:30am-2:30pm