Meridian Spine and Joint Physiotherapy

12/12/2025

At Meridian Spine & Joint Physiotherapy we firmly believe that patient centred assessment and treatments are essential to achieve full restorative care. This is a collaboration of the patient and your physiotherapist and massage therapist, making sure to keep your interests at the centre of the interaction. We believe in working with you to develop individualized and personalized treatment plans to achieve your specific functional goals. You are the heart of your care! This is a very important value at Meridian Spine & Joint and Meridian Active Joint Physiotherapy.

12/09/2025

As physiotherapists, registered massage therapists and patient care coordinators we are in the business of helping people to live happy and vibrant lives. At Meridian Spine and Joint we work with our patients to guide them in their rehabilitation to reach full restorative care. We care for others!

12/06/2025

What is PT, Physiotherapy?

Physiotherapy is treatment to restore, maintain, and make the most of a patient’s mobility, function, and well-being. Physiotherapy helps through physical rehabilitation, injury prevention, and health and fitness. Physiotherapists get you involved in your own recovery. (College of PT Ontario)

All physiotherapists at Meridian Spine & Joint and Meridian Active Joint Physiotherapy are registered with the Ontario college of physiotherapists.

Contact Meridian Spine & Joint Physiotherapy at (519) 471-7900 to arrange a physiotherapy appointment in London. You can reach our Strathroy clinic, Meridian Active Joint at (519) 245-5868.

12/03/2025

11/28/2025

Knee pain felt in the knee cap region is very common, referred to as patellofemoral syndrome. It is more common in females compared to males and it can occur even without an injury. Young athletes may experience this pain often related to muscle tightness and weakness. Knee Pain and feeling of instability are two common signs. Your physiotherapist will likely include education, stretching, strengthening, mobilizations and modalities to help resolve your pain.

At Meridian Spine & Joint we will complete an initial assessment to determine the cause of your pain, and develop an individualized treatment plan. We will help you manage your symptoms and get you back to all of your regular activities.

Call us at (519)471-7900 to get started today!

11/25/2025

Our hands have multiple joints and are susceptible to arthritis. Inflammation, pain and stiffness in any of these joints can be due to arthritis. The most common areas are the base of the thumb where it meets the wrist, the knuckles, the index finger joints, and the joints of the fingers closest to your fingertips.

Common symptoms include:
-Pain in the hands and fingers
-Swelling in your hand/wrist joints
-Stiffness in your joints and hands
-Weakness in your hands
-Redness
-Tenderness
-Warmth

Hand arthritis can be difficult but there is hope. At Meridian Spine & Joint Physiotherapy, we have worked with multiple patients with arthritis affecting the body including the hands.

In a recent study in the UK, they found that grip and hand strengthening exercises are beneficial to reduce pain for both and . Your physiotherapist will instruct you on pain-modulating activities, mobility, and hand and grip strengthening exercises. Bracing may be required and we will be able to advise you on that.

Call (519) 471-7900 to see one of our skilled clinicians to enhance your dexterity. We are here to help you regain control and live life comfortably!

11/06/2025

Next time you are out for a walk or doing some housework, try this podcast to listen to why we experience vertigo. This will help in your understanding of your patients.

CrowdScience - Why do we experience vertigo? - BBC Sounds
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/w3ct4y47

11/04/2025

Shoulder tendinitis is inflammation of the tendon usually from repetitive motion or overuse. As we age this becomes more problematic as the tendon becomes less flexible and susceptible to injury. Risks of tendonitis include repetitive motion of the shoulder, overhead movements, underlying arthritis, poor posture, underlying joint stiffness, and muscle weakness. Tendonitis can affect any of the tendons of the shoulder. Most often the rotator cuff tendons are affected.

Our physiotherapists at Meridian Spine & Joint, are experts in assessing the shoulder complex. We will determine if you are suffering from tendonitis and which tendons are affected. Following your assessment, we will guide you through a specific rehabilitation program to assist you on the road to recovery. Call us at (519) 471-7900 and we will book you in today!

10/29/2025

Millions of people every year are diagnosed with some form of arthritis. Arthritis is defined as inflammation and tenderness of one or more of your joints. Primary symptoms include joint pain, swelling and stiffness and generally worsens with age. Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid arthritis are the two most common types of arthritis.

Shoulder arthritis is characterized by pain in the shoulder and difficulty with reaching upward to perform tasks such as brushing your hair and reaching up to a high shelf.

Don't let shoulder arthritis slow you down. Meridian Spine & Joint Physiotherapy has over 35 years of experience in treating multiple joints including the arthritic shoulder. You will require a specific shoulder assessment to determine if the arthritis is the root cause of your pain and symptoms. An individualized treatment plan will be developed with specific treatment for arthritis of the shoulder. We will offer you targeted exercises and techniques to ease pain, improve mobility and regain strength. Call us today at (519) 471-7900 to see one of our clinicians to take the first step towards an active life!

10/27/2025

Scoliosis is an abnormal lateral curve of the spine. The mid and lower back are the most common areas affected. Often scoliosis is diagnosed in childhood or early adolescence but may develop and worsen with aging.

Signs of scoliosis may include:
-Tops of the shoulder are uneven
-One shoulder blade is more prominent than the other
-One hip sits higher than the other
-When bending forward, one side of the rib cage is higher than the other
-The head is not centred over the pelvis
-The entire body leans to one side
-Waist level is uneven

Scoliosis is either idiopathic (developed with time and no known cause), congenital (caused from birth) and neuromuscular (secondary to neurologic or muscular disease).

At Meridian Spine & Joint, our physiotherapists will provide scoliosis-specific exercises that are often beneficial to stabilize, stop or slow progression and correct non-structural changes. We believe that exercises and specialized physiotherapy techniques help improve posture, and mobility and enhance quality of life.

Call us today at (519) 471-7900 and embrace the journey to a stronger spine!

10/23/2025

Physiotherapy and Exercise Therapy is usually prescribed as first-line treatment for lower limb tendon injuries. There are many forms of exercise- and non-exercise-based management options which can be overwhelming for you.

Our physiotherapists at Meridian Spine & Joint will complete a detailed assessment of your lower limb which includes the back, hip, knee, ankle, and foot. Often pain in one area may be from another part of the limb. We will prescribe the best evidence based exercises for your injury. Our goal is to help you achieve full restorative care and reach your personal rehabilitation goals.
Call us at (519) 471-7900 to book in today!

10/21/2025

Meridian Spine & Joint Physiotherapy has been servicing the London and area since 1986. We take pride in taking care of your sprains, strains and post injury physical ailments.

Physiotherapy can be helpful for pain relief and management. We provide individualized treatment plans to improve your mobility and function in a timely manner. In some cases, physiotherapy has been found to be beneficial at avoiding surgery. Through customized treatment and exercises, we are able to rehabilitate people of all ages and fitness levels. Call us at (519) 471-7900 today to get started on your physiotherapy program!