ashley pehar | osteopathy & wellness
Life in Motion
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Hello. I'm Ashley.
Ashley completed undergraduate studies in Kinesiology and Health Sciences at York University with a specialization in advanced fitness assessment and exercise prescription. Shortly after, she gained invaluable experience as a clinical research project coordinator at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto and then went on to work on a global phase III clinical trial at Population Health Research Institute at Hamilton Health Sciences. However, a passion for helping clients 1-1 led to working as an independent personal trainer and health coach for individuals 40+ with chronic health conditions. It was during this time that Ashley decided to pursue a career in osteopathy. While in osteopathy school, Ashley facilitated the Cancer Exercise program at Wellspring Cancer Support Foundation and the YMCA of Oakville. Following graduation, Ashley has worked alongside other manual therapists in multi-disciplinary clinic settings until deciding to open her own independent practice in downtown Burlington. Continued areas of interest and study include the neuroscience of chronic pain and the clinical application of poly-vagal theory.
Ashley recognizes the bidirectional relationship that exists between the body and mind and the need for a comprehensive approach that addresses both in a client-centred collaborative way. The primary focus of her practice is assisting with a wide range of mind-body driven conditions such as chronic musculoskeletal pain, headache/migraines, IBS, TMJ, chronic fatigue, and fibromyalgia.
By combining traditional osteopathic treatment with craniosacral therapy, visceral manipulation, exercise prescription and evidence-based education and coaching methods, Ashley offers a unique blend of tools that empower her clients to be active participants in their own recovery process on their journey towards better health.
Ashley is a member in good standing with the Ontario Osteopathic Association and Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology
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 Location
Contact Us
- 720 Guelph Line Suite 100, Burlington
- 647-895-5109
- ashley@lifeinmotionosteopathy.ca
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