Symptom Relief, Resolution, Management
- Back and neck pain
- Headache
- Autoimmune conditions
- Acute pain flare-up
Road to Recovery
- Activity modifications
- Muscle tension and tightness
- Joint mobilization
- Injury rehabilitation
Keep Feeling Better
- Stress Relief
- Relaxation and ease of movement
- Plan for self-management
- Healthcare advocacy
Available Services
Virtual Health Intake
For complex problems that would take up much of an initial session with information gathering and treatment planning, leaving little room for hands-on treatment.
Please Note: A credit card authorization form will be sent to you. Please complete and return it to guarantee your booked appointment. The credit card authorization and payment is used only for this one-time virtual appointment. Your card details will be not be stored. All in-person appointments will be paid at reception.
60 Minute and 45 Minute Sessions
First visits can include a detailed health intake, physical assessment, collaborative treatment planning, on-table treatment time.
Along with hands-on treatment, follow-up 60 or 45 minute sessions can include revaluation and progression of the treatment plan.
Complex Presentations and Patient Advocacy
As part of intake and treatment planning, I can provide a letter for you and your doctor that outlines a symptom picture, provides information about those issues that may be addressed with osteopathic treatment, and highlights those issues that may require further investigation. Information on how your symptoms present or can be interacting and what can/or can’t be reasonably addressed with manual therapies can help facilitate the conversation when you follow up with your doctor
Treatment With Monica
What makes my practice distinctive is a comprehensive background integrating patient-centred evidence-based best practices with your unique treatment needs to help with most musculoskeletal pain and tension problems.
I value patient perspectives and work to offer the many skills and resources I can provide to help manage, change, or resolve pain, changes in function, and other presenting symptoms.
My osteopathic approach is inclusive and directed by each person and their goals. The hands-on work may include sustained touch with light to moderate pressure, joint mobilization, muscle stretching and manipulation, and other techniques depending on treatment needs.
Positive outcomes of treatment can include
- pain relief,
- improved function,
- quicker recovery and rehabilitation,
- chronic symptom management,
- and effective self-management.
I consider every person seeking treatment to be the expert in their experience, and my role to provide support, information, resources, advocacy, and goal planning to enable you to better manage your condition.
Monica Noy, BSc. (Osteopathy), MSc. (Rehabilitation)
Therapist
I graduated from McMaster University with a Master of Science in Rehabilitation after earning a Bachelor of Science with the British College of Osteopathic Medicine, a Diploma in Osteopathic Practice (Converted to BSc), and a Diploma in Massage Therapy.
Researcher
- Member of an international team conducting a study of evidence-based practice by Canadian osteopaths and osteopathic manual practitioners (ongoing).
- Critical content direction for review paper on a person-centred approach to chronic pain for RMTs.
- Professional Commentary on the biomedical origins of the term osteopathic lesion and its impact on people in pain,
Educator
Research literacy, critical thinking, and pain knowledge specific to practice are my education specialties.
- Course development, Sheridan College Bachelor of Science.
- Instructor, Sutherland-Chan Schools Inc.
- Continuing Education (various)
About Osteopathy
Osteopathy is a manual (hands-on) treatment that focuses on how joints, muscles, nerves, circulation, and connective tissues work together to improve overall well-being. Practitioners are skilled in manual, non-invasive therapeutic techniques for assessment and treatment.
Osteopathic Manual Practitioners undergo extensive education and clinical training and may work in close collaboration with medical doctors and other healthcare professionals to assure a multidisciplinary approach to patient care.
Osteopathic Treatments & Techniques
A range of gentle hands-on techniques are used, including, but not limited to soft tissue mobilization, superficial and deep tactile pressure, mobilization or manipulation of joints, integrative movements for self-care, and rehabilitative programs. Osteopathy is recognized as a distinct manual therapy and is recommended for individuals of all ages. Osteopathic Manual Practitioners work closely with patients to encourage optimal recovery or rehabilitation as they heal from illness, disease, injury, or long periods of inactivity.
Ontario Association of Osteopathic Manual Therapists (OAO)
Monica is Vice President of the OAO, a voluntary, not-for-profit professional association, promoting the practice of osteopathy and maintaining the standards for safe and effective treatment.
The OAO is committed to fostering the practice and professional advancement of osteopathy by promoting the highest, safest level of osteopathic manual practice. OAO members are dedicated to safe and effective osteopathic treatment.
OAO members undergo a stringent evaluation and application process to demonstrate the required competencies, knowledge, skills, judgment, and ability to meet the exceedingly high standards expected of this professional practice.
Projects
Published
- Noy, M. Macedo, L. Carlesso L. Biomedical origins of the term “osteopathic lesion” and its impact on people in pain. International journal of osteopathic medicine. 2020 Sep;37:40–3.
Links: Research Gate, International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine
- Lebert, R, Noy, M. Purves, E. Tibbett,J. (2022, September 2). Massage Therapy: A Person-Centred Approach to Chronic Pain | International Journal of Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork: Research, Education, & Practice. 2022 Sep; 15:3
Links: Research Gate, IJTMB
Ongoing
EBASE Canada: A study of evidence-based practice by Canadian osteopaths and osteopathic manual practitioners