SPARK
Rehabilitation

Spark services all clients who require support to optimize functional ability and independence within their personal life and interactions at home, school, work and within the community. Spark clients can be any age and reside in any community in North Eastern Ontario. 

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SPARK
Rehabilitation

Spark services all clients who require support to live their best life! We help people where they need it - at home, school, work and within the community. Spark clients can be any age and live in any community in Northeastern Ontario. 

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We offer a comprehensive range of services to address your specific needs, including: Clinical Education: Our experienced educators provide personalized rehabilitation plans and one-on-one support for students. Kinesiology: Registered Kinesiologists design exercise programs to improve your movement, strength, and overall well-being. Occupational Therapy: Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistants help you regain independence by improving your ability to manage daily activities. Physiotherapy: Physiotherapists and Physical Therapy Assistants work with you to restore movement and improve your mobility and function. Massage Therapy: Whether your goals are preventative care or rehab needs, massage therapy is an ideal addition to your health care to improve overall well being. Rehabilitation Behavioural Support: Our team offers ongoing support to help you navigate daily life challenges at school and in your community. Speech Therapy: Speech Language Pathologists and Communication Disorders Assistants address speech, language, and communication difficulties. Mental Health Services: We offer support for mental health challenges through our Pediatric Social Worker and Registered Psychotherapist. Dietitian Services: Our Dietitian creates personalized nutritional plans to promote overall health and well-being. Ready to take the first step towards a better you? Contact Spark Rehabilitation today!
Occupational Therapy The word ‘occupation’ in Occupational Therapy is not defined as a job or career – rather it is any activity that an individual needs to do, wants to do, or is expected to do. Occupational Therapists focus on meaningful activities when treating clients and work together with clients to develop client-centered and meaningful goals that relate to their everyday tasks and activities. What we do... Assess and treat clients who have sustained an injury, are experiencing mental health difficulties or are experiencing difficulties with daily life tasks Create meaningful treatment goals in collaboration with the client Supervise OTAs providing treatment to clients and provide appropriate training Provide assessment and treatment in a multitude of domains including cognition, physical abilities, mental health, social skills etc. How we help adults Assist individuals with regaining skills after an illness or injury so you can go back to your usual activities at work, home, or school Provide suggestions on adapting tasks or the environment to better match your skills Suggest new techniques, assistive devices or modifications to promote independence in self-care skills like dressing or bathing, meal preparation, homemaking, coping with a busy family schedule Provide both worker and employer with the support needed to adapt at work Address accessibility and mobility, help people drive again, promote development of social skills and support people to engage and participate in community life How we help children OTs can help youth and their families develop the skills they need to thrive in school, and home such as: social and behavioural skills learning to organize better paying attention in class coping with stress or pressure transitioning from one school/grade to another or from school to work learning how to better understand feelings and how to manage them learning how to manage sensory needs An OT program can also address physical issues, such as: printing and cursive handwriting skills building arm and hand strength learning to dress with modified clothing gym activities to develop coordination and promote program participation
Communication Disorders Assistant What We Do Carry out Speech, Language and Cognitive-Communication treatment programs under the supervision of a Registered Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Teach and demonstrate use of augmentative and alternative communication strategies and/or techniques to client's and their caregivers/school teams to help them communicate to the best of their abilities independently Work as a team with all the client's service providers to ensure best improvements Mentor, train and model strategies for success to caregivers/school team Spark the client's best life!! How We Help CDAs provide consistent weekly Speech, Language and Cognitive-Communication treatment when a Speech Language Pathologist is not available within the client’s community or school. They provide support in delivery of the communication goals as designated by the SLP. CDAs also support care providers/school teams by providing guidance and modelling strategies for success. They work as part of an integrated team approach which allows for the most success achievable by the student in all aspects of their life. Speech Language Pathology The ability to communicate effectively is essential to achieving and maintaining your quality of life. Spark Rehabilitation recognizes and subcontracts Speech Language Pathologist (from Insight) to come along the CDA and assist with your rehabilitation plan. The Insight team has over 25 years of combined experience working with clients who have suffered speech, language, cognitive and social difficulties. They pride themselves on listening to the needs of our clients and families and working towards increasing functional outcomes. For more information go to www.insightrehabilitation.com

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Speech Language Pathology What We Do... At Spark Rehabilitation, we understand the importance of comprehensive communication support. To best serve our clients in this area, we've partnered with the experienced team at Insight Rehabilitation for Speech-Language Pathology services. This collaboration allows us to offer specialized services for adults, children, individuals with Indigenous backgrounds, and those on the Autism spectrum. How We Help Spark Rehabilitation, in partnership with InSight Rehabilitation, aims to provide exceptional services in four areas: Adult's Services - Voice Disorders, Degenerative Diseases, Brain Injuries, Strokes, Fluency, Cancer Children's Services - Reading and Writing, Language, Fluency, Social and Play Skills, Articulation, Phonology, & Motor Speech Aboriginal Services - Jordan's Principle, Family & Community Services, Band Supported Autism Services - ADOS Assessments, Language, Autism Ontario, Articulation, Phonology, and Motor Speech, Social Skills Speech Language Pathology The ability to communicate effectively is essential to achieving and maintaining your quality of life. Spark Rehabilitation recognizes and subcontracts Speech Language Pathologists (from InSight) to work along the CDA and assist with your rehabilitation plan. The InSight team has over 30 years of combined experience working with clients who have suffered speech, language, cognitive and social difficulties. They pride themselves on listening to the needs of thier clients and families and working towards increasing functional outcomes. For more information go to www.insightrehabilitation.com

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Occupational Therapy Assistant / Physical Therapy Assistant What We Do Carry out physical and/or cognitive programs under the supervision of a Registered Occupational Therapist and/or Physiotherapist (OT/PT) Work together as a team member to help the client reach their best success Mentor, train and model strategies for success to caregivers/school team Spark the client's best life! How We Help OTA/PTA’s provide consistent weekly physical and/or cognitive treatment under the supervision of a registered OT/PT when one is not available within the client’s community or school. OTA/PTA’s provide support in delivery of the physical and/or cognitive goals as designated by OT/PT. OTA/PTA’s are also able to support care providers/school teams by providing guidance and modelling strategies for success. OTA/PTA’s work as part of an integrated team approach which allows for the most success achievable by the student in all aspects of their life.
Rehabilitation Behavioural Support What We Do Works under the direction of Regulated Health Care Professionals (RHCP) (eg. Speech Language Pathologist, Occupational Therapist, Physio Therapist, Social Worker, Psychiatrist, etc.) Delivers goals of the RHCP’s within natural contexts (home, school, work, community) Aims at reducing the impact of impairments, promoting independence and improving well-being Tasks may include personal and domestic activities of daily living, leisure/school/work integration, coaching, mentoring and training Tasks may also include mentoring, training and modeling for parents/caregivers/schools Sparks the client's best life! How We Help RBS's are consistent, steady rehabilitation support in the youth’s daily life in all environments (home, school, community). The RBS is available to the youth wherever the youth requires support and is able to complete transitions from one environment to another seamlessly (e.g. home to school). RBS's are also able to support the family/care providers by modeling strategies for success. They integrate all of the RHCP’s goals into functional activities allowing for better carryover and generalization within the youth’s life. This allows for greater success with activities of daily living, leisure and school/work, decreasing the impact of impairments, promoting independence and improving general well-being. School, & Community: Ingersoll, B., & Gergans, S. (2007). The effect of a parent-implemented naturalistic imitation intervention on spontaneous imitation skills in young children with autism. Research in Developmental Disabilities, 28, 163-175. Sussman. F. More than words- A Parent’s Guide to Building Interaction and Language Skills for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder or Social Communication Difficulties (2nd Ed.). Hannen Early Language Program: Toronto, Ontario. Ylvisaker, M., and Feeney, T. (1998) Collaborative brain injury intervention: Positive Everyday Routines. Singular Publishing: San Diego. Ylvisaker, M., Turkstra, L., Coehlo, C. Yorkston, K., Kennedy, M. Sohlberg, M.M., & Avery, J (2007). Behavioural interventions for children and adults with behaviour disorders after TBI: As systematic review of the evidence. Brain Injury, 21(8), 769-805. http://doi.org/10.1080/02699050701482470

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Dietitian Services If you're looking for exceptional nutrition advice and guidance, you’ve come to the right place! Our dietitian has extensive experience and knowledge in the field of nutrition and is dedicated to helping clients achieve their health goals. With personalized nutrition plans, educational resources, and ongoing support, Spark's dietitian can help you achieve optimal health and wellness. What conditions do you treat? Our services address a wide range of health concerns for all ages, such as paediatric growth concerns, feeding challenges, nutrition during pregnancy, postnatal recovery, gestational diabetes, pre-diabetes, diabetes (types 1 and 2), heart disease, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, weight concerns, inflammatory diseases, gastrointestinal disorders, food allergies and intolerances, metabolic disorders, nutrient deficiencies, autism spectrum disorder, disordered eating, renal disease, GERD, and celiac disease management. Nutritional Counselling Our dietician offers a range of nutrition services designed to meet the unique needs of each client at different life stages and health conditions. Our goal is to empower you with the knowledge and tools you need to make informed decisions and achieve your health goals. We encourage you to ask questions and celebrate your successes with us. Please see some areas our dietician focuses on: Babies & Toddlers Nutrition Guidance For The Early Years Monitoring Growth And Development Nutrition Services For The Whole Family Kids and Teens Nutritional Strategies For School And Beyond Active Lifestyles And Nutritional Needs Family Focused Nutrition Mamas Nutrition Through Pregnancy And Beyond Balancing Motherhood And Self Care Nutrition For The Whole Family Chronic Disease Management Managing Chronic Conditions Weight Management Strategies Holistic Health For The Whole Family 5 Reasons to see a dietitian: Our new dietitian at Spark Rehabilitation Services targets 5 areas in which can help Spark our client's best life through healthy choices... If you have been diagnosed with certain health conditions. If you are undergoing major life changes such as a pregnancy or breastfeeding. If you are unsure about the nutritional needs of your baby, child or elderly loved one. If you want to change your diet. If you want to lose or manage your weight. When should I see a dietitian? If your doctor has diagnosed you with diabetes, or any of the food allergies and sensitivities, digestive and gastrointestinal diseases, eating disorders, heart diseases, and cancers, seeing a dietitian is a critical step towards your treatment and overall well-being.
Physiotherapy Services Spark Rehabilitation's registered Physiotherapists are highly trained in the use of their hands to move muscles, joints and tendons. What We Do... Services: Orthopaedic Rehabilitation Vestibular Rehabilitation Modalities Work Related Documentation Modalities Therapeutic modalities have been a part of physiotherapy-used modalities for decades. Here are modalities our PT can provide: Ultrasound Ultrasound is the delivery of sound waves into the tissues which can produce a variety of effects including thermal, mechanical, chemical and biological. The dosage delivered will depend on the tissue being treated, the acuity of the injury, its depth, and the affect. Ultrasound is used to provide deep heating to soft tissues in the body including muscles, tendons, joints, and ligaments. Deep heating of these soft tissues increases circulation, assist the healing process and decrease pain. Wax Bath The wax bath is a form of thermotherapy, which allows a sustained heat to be applied. The wax bath is used for hands where a patient repeatedly submerges their hand within a small tub of melted paraffin wax. The wax is warm, and should not cause any discomfort. The wax will encapsulate the entire hand and solidify. When this occurs, it traps the heat in the joints of the hand which can help decrease pain, increase your mobility, and increase the blood flow to the targeted area. Shockwave Therapy Shockwave is an intense, but very short, energy wave traveling faster than the speed of sound. It can assist return to function while providing relief of many chronic conditions. There are some possible side effects of Shockwave Therapy such as pain, bruising etc. Conditions our PT Team Can Treat... Our registered Physiotherapists at Spark Rehabilitation Services have experience treating a wide variety of conditions, including: Vertigo Chronic Pain Head and Neck Pain Shoulder Pain Elbow Pain Back Pain Hip Pain SI Joint Pain and Dysfunction Sciatica Knee Pain Foot and Ankle Pain Sport Injuries Osteoarthritis Pre and Post-Operative Rehabilitation Work Hardening Programs Repetitive Strain Injuries
Massage Therapy What We Do... Massage therapy is often used for relaxation purposes but it can also be a treatment for a variety of conditions such as those caused by trauma, sports/hobbies or repetitive strain injuries. Whether your goals are preventative care or rehab needs, massage therapy is an ideal addition to your health care to improve overall well being. Areas Massage Therapy is ideal for: Headaches Strains/sprains General body tension Stress Lymphatic conditions Prenatal care Injuries related to work or sports And more! How is Massage Therapy different from relaxation massage? Unlike a relaxation massage, massage therapy is focused on helping patients treat various pain and medical conditions they may be suffering from. It is a prescribed treatment, not available to just anyone and is often covered by benefits. Please Note: that some insurance plans may cover relaxation massages, but they are typically not. For Spark Rehabilitation's RMT Rates, Please contact our clinic for more information! *Prices subject to change without notice. Modalities Modalities are different types or techniques that can be learned and carried out by a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT). Modalities are used to enhance your massage treatment based on your therapeutic goals. Our RMT at Spark Rehabilitation has a variety of different modalities in their set of skills that they are certified in performing. Here are modalities our RMT can provide: Craniomandibular TMJ (joint) treatments or TMD temporal mandibular dysfunction treatment Myofascial Cupping Deep Tissue Sports Relaxation Intuitive Healing Thai Massage
Kinesiology Services: Our Kinesiologists at Spark Rehabilitation use evidence-based research to treat and prevent injury and disease, and to improve movement and performance. They work with all ages and groups of people to help them achieve their health goals and improve quality of life. What We Do... Services: Ergonomics Assessments Functional Capacity Evaluations Physical Demands Analysis Post-Offer Employment Test Work Hardening Fitness Assessments Exercise Prescription Additional Kin Programs Some areas of kinesiology practice include: Health promotion/public health Injury rehabilitation Chronic disease management Ergonomics and workplace safety Fitness and athletics Return to work planning and disability management Conditions our Kin Team Can Treat... Our registered Kinesiologists at Spark Rehabilitation Services have experience working with non-acute musculoskeletal conditions, including: Chronic Pain Back Pain Golfer’s Elbow Dupuytren’s Contracture
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Our Mission

We inspire our clients, families and teams to flourish, nurturing their best selves by providing compassionate, ethical care.


"Spark your best life!"

Services

We help provide a variety of support services to enable our clients to regain their independence. 

We're Growing

Spark services the communities and corridors between North Bay, Sudbury, Espanola, Manitoulin Island, Elliot Lake, Blind River and Sault Ste. Marie. 

Our Philosophy

Spark’s underlying philosophy is family. 

  • Our clients and their families: We believe that the client and their family are the centre of everything we do. Recognizing each client and family as an individual, with distinct needs, goals and requirements. This means making sure the goals we are working on are important to them. We also believe this means being accountable, by not only providing evidence-based treatment but also by ensuring we are using the client’s funds carefully and ethically. That responsibility means introducing clients to new activities, making them comfortable with following through on the therapy they need, and helping them develop the tools they need to have a happy and fulfilling life.
  • Our work family: Spark believes in working together as a team, everyone focusing on the same goals, so that generalization and carry-over to real life activities are always occurring. Spark believes in providing a positive, reinforcing atmosphere. We believe in science. We believe in ongoing education. We’re committed to the peer review process, and the benefits of active debate and discussion.
  • Our own families: To provide the best care, we must ourselves always seek to improve our knowledge, delivery, and empathy. Our family provides us with the strength and confidence to go to work and be the best version of ourselves, moving forward with a positive solution focused mindset, which in turn allows us to help you Spark Your Best Life!

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Spark Rehabilitation Services has a client centered approach.

Our Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant’s / Rehabilitation Behaviour Support's are the connection between those experiencing a challenge and their Health Care team. They’re the coach and mentor who helps the client return to everyday activity.

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