Physiotherapy in Sarnia
Move better, reduce discomfort, and build lasting physical function. Our practice focuses on how your body moves. We explore movement, strength and other factors that may be contributing to pain or physical limitations.
Understanding movement in everyday life
An assessment looks at your concerns and how you move. Your plan is tailored to your goals and may include education, movement practice and progressive exercise.
Biomechanics is simply the study of how your body moves. By looking at posture, daily movements, and strength, we help you understand your movement patterns and build functional capacity for the activities that matter to you.
Common concerns we address
Back & Neck Discomfort
Lower back pain, postural strain, neck stiffness, and spinal concerns.
Upper & Lower Joint Concerns
Shoulder, hip, knee, and ankle joint stiffness, discomfort, or restricted mobility.
Post-Operative Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation and progressive recovery following orthopedic surgical procedures.
Sports & Return-to-Activity
Conditioning and active recovery following athletic injuries or muscle strains.
Persistent Musculoskeletal Pain
Support for ongoing movement-related discomfort through education and structured exercise.
Mobility & Functional Conditioning
Improving balance, strength, and confidence with daily physical activities.
What to expect during care
Individualized Movement Assessment
Your first appointment focuses on understanding your history, symptoms, and movement patterns. We look at your motion and functional strength to understand the factors involved.
Shared Goals
Care is centered on your personal priorities, whether that is returning to work, recreational activities, or moving with greater ease throughout your day.
Education & Progressive Exercise
We emphasize practical guidance so you understand your movement. Your plan is tailored to your goals and may include education, movement practice and progressive exercise.
What to bring to your physiotherapy appointment
Wear or bring comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that lets you move easily. Shorts can be helpful when assessing your hips, knees or legs. Choose clothing you feel comfortable in, and let us know if you have any questions before your appointment.
Sal Shuqair, Physiotherapist
Sal completed his physiotherapy degree at the University of Brighton in England in 2017. He gained clinical experience working in a hospital outside London and shadowing at Allen Physiotherapy in Guildford before returning to Canada.
Sal qualified to practice in Canada in 2020 and joined his family’s long-standing Sarnia clinic in 2021, providing patient-centered physiotherapy focused on functional movement, strength, and active rehabilitation.
OHIP-Funded Physiotherapy
Patients who meet Ontario’s eligibility requirements may qualify for government-funded physiotherapy with a valid Ontario health card. Please contact the clinic to discuss eligibility and the appropriate booking pathway.
Learn about OHIP-funded physiotherapyReady to begin your care?
Book an assessment through our online clinic portal or contact our Sarnia office with any questions.
Private physiotherapy, OHIP-funded physiotherapy for eligible patients and WSIB physiotherapy for eligible workplace injury claims are available. Reduced private rates may also be available for patients without extended health insurance who do not qualify for OHIP or WSIB-funded care.