Osteoarthritis in Oakville
Helping You Move Better, Live Stronger—With Personalized Care for Osteoarthritis
What Is Osteoarthritis?
Osteoarthritis is a common joint condition that occurs when the cartilage—the smooth tissue that cushions your joints—breaks down over time. This leads to joint pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility, often in the knees, hips, hands, or spine.
At Elevate Rehabilitation in Oakville, our physiotherapists create personalized treatment plans to help manage osteoarthritis symptoms, improve movement, and support long-term joint health—so you can stay active and in control of your recovery.
How Does BFRT Work?
Blood Flow Restriction Training (BFRT) works by partially restricting blood flow to the targeted muscles using specialized cuffs or bands. This controlled restriction reduces oxygen supply to the muscles during low-intensity exercises, tricking your body into thinking it's performing high-intensity workouts.
BFRT allows you to build strength and endurance efficiently, even when traditional exercise methods aren't feasible. At Elevate Rehabilitation, we guide you through each session to ensure safety and maximize results.
When Blood Flow Is Reduced:
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Muscle Activation Increases
Your muscles work harder due to the restricted oxygen supply, promoting faster growth and strength.
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Hormonal Response Enhances Recovery
BFRT triggers the release of growth hormones that accelerate healing and repair.
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Efficient Workouts, Less Strain
You achieve results comparable to heavy lifting without stressing your joints and ligaments, making it ideal for injury rehab and post-surgery recovery.
Why Use BFRT?
BFRT isn’t just another therapy—it’s a game-changer in physiotherapy. It’s especially important for:
Post-Surgical Recovery: Safely regain strength without risking overexertion.
Chronic Pain Relief: Reduce strain on joints while rebuilding muscle.
Injury Rehabilitation: Stimulate recovery for conditions like sprains, fractures, or tendon injuries.
Athletic Performance: Enhance strength and endurance without excessive stress on the body.
Your BFRT Questions Answered
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BFRT is ideal for post-surgery recovery, injury rehab, chronic pain, and enhancing athletic performance.
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Yes! When performed under the supervision of trained physiotherapists, BFRT is safe and effective.
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Sessions typically last 30-45 minutes, depending on your tailored program.
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You may feel mild pressure from the cuffs, but the exercises are designed to be low-impact and comfortable.
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No referral is needed—contact us directly to book an appointment.
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We will welcome you, offer you a coffee or water and then you’ll meet your therapist who will guide you through a detailed assessment to determine the exact cause of your issue.
From there, your therapist will help put together a custom plan for you. And finally, you’ll get some hands on treatment to start helping you reach your goals!
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Yes, we do!
We are all athletes ourselves so we know how bad you want to get back to your sport.
We will ensure that you get back safely and perform at your highest level!