Medical Acupuncture (D. Ac)
Utilized by the Chiropractors and Physiotherapists of SPC, medical acupuncture applies the evidence-based concepts of acupuncture to relieve pain, alter movement patterns, and improve performance. SPC medical acupuncture providers completed the Contemporary Medical Acupuncture program at McMaster University, Hamilton.
To learn more about the Medical Acupuncture course visit www.contemporaryacupuncture.com
Graston Techniques®
Using stainless steel instruments, practitioners of SPC use Graston Technique to remove scar tissue, and increase range of motion.
To learn more about Graston Techniques, please visit www.grastontechnique.com
Athletic Therapy (AT)
Certified AT’s have similar skill-sets to physiotherapists, however are more sport specific. They also provide on-field coverage and injury care to various sports teams. The AT’s at SPC are special in that many of them are also registered Physiotherapists or doctors of Chiropractic.
Physiotherapy (PT)
The PT’s at SPC have extensive experience in treating athletic injury. In fact, many of them are also registered athletic therapists. PT’s provide manual treatment including soft tissue therapy, electrical modalities, stretching, strengthening, and sport specific rehabilitation.
Registered Massage Therapy (RMT)
The registered massage therapists of SPC have treated many professional and Olympic athletes. They can provide a variety of massage techniques including therapeutic massage, deep tissue massage, and relaxation massage to name a few.
Nutritional Counseling
SPC also offers their athletes and patients nutritional consulting provided by Certified Nutritional Practitioners. These practitioners can assist the athlete and patient with weight loss, lean muscle mass gain, performance enhancement, or general health and wellness through diet analysis and planning; as well as supplement and vitamin prescription.
Kinesiotaping®
Differing from the various applications of traditional white athletic tape, which is extremely rigid, the Kinesiotaping method utilizes an elastic form of tape that is used to give support and stability to joints and muscles without affecting circulation and range of motion. It is also used for increasing lymphatic drainage, reducing edema, facilitating muscular contraction, and pain management.
Rehabilitation
Utilized by all practitioners of SPC, rehabilitation is a integral part of any injury management treatment plan. Rehabilitation can include strengthening, stretching, motor re-programming, and sport specific exercise. It is utilized in order to reduce pain, return tissues to their pre-injury state, and prevent future injuries.
Pre-habilitation
Refers to rehabilitation that is prescribed preceding surgery. By preparing the body for surgery by ensuring the tissues are strong, and as healthy as possible, one can reduce the amount of time it takes to recover after surgery.
Custom Orthotics and Bracing
SPC practitioners use Gaitscan analysis in order to custom fit orthotics and/or orthopedic inserts (www.theorthoticgroup.com). As well, SPC provides fitting for custom orthopedic knee braces for ACL, MCL, PCL, and LCL ligament tears (www.omnils.com)
Biomechanical Analysis
Our doctors and therapists will analyze your gait or sports skill to help reduce the risk of injury and make you more biomechanically efficient to give you the performance edge.
Cogsport Concussion Testing
Safety comes first when it comes to our athletes. By assigning a numerical value to the parameters affected by a concussion (reaction time, memory, and delayed memory) our doctors are able to make unbiased return-to-play decisions thereby reducing the risk of post-concussion syndrome. For improved results bring the team or athlete in for a pre-season baseline test to which follow-up results are compared.
PERSONAL TRAINING FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why Personal Training?
• Improve Fitness Level
• Look and Feel Better
• Lose fat!
• Tone and shape muscle
• Increase energy
• Meet specific goals—run a marathon or just not feel fatigued after a flight of stairs
• Reduce Health Risks—diabetes, heart attacks, etc.
Bored of the same old monotonous training routine?
SPC provides highly educated training professionals who design each workout and training program to meet your needs and goals in a fun and energetic and private atmosphere.
Do big gyms intimidate you?
SPC offers state of art fitness centre in a private non-intimidating atmosphere. Our facilities are fully equipped with the latest and best equipment the industry has to offer in addition to newly renovated changing and private shower facilities for your convenience. SPC does not offer paid membership services so that means less people in your private gym.
Will I ever have to wait for equipment?
Never will you need to wait for equipment as SPC doesn’t offer monthly or yearly paid memberships which minimize the typical volume of people encountered at large gyms.
Is it expensive to train at SPC?
SPC offers only the highest quality of service at industry standard rates. As incentive to participate in our programs, SPC offers discounted training sessions with increased volume of sessions purchased. See fee schedule.
What is the difference between SPC Elite Personal Training and all other trainers?
Anyone can call themselves personal trainers but few at SPC we provide trainers of the highest standard. All trainers are individually hired based on Educational background and training experience. All trainers have received Degrees or a Diploma in Kinesiology or Exercise Science and have obtained certification from industry leading agencies. As well, all trainers have at least one year of training background or have been taught by SPC staff.
Is it true that you offer FREE memberships to your clients?
Absolutely! SPC offers you everything necessary for you to succeed and meet your goals. Rather than paying hundreds to thousands of dollars to workout at a facility and then have to pay thousands of more dollars to receive personal training we do it differently.
At SPC when you purchase any of our Private Fitness Training Packages and train with your trainer two or more times per week, we give you full access to our centre to come in and workout on your off days. Yes a FREE MEMERSHIP! What a way to save thousands of dollars every year.
HOW DO I BEGIN?
Step 1: Book a 25-min consultation with your personal trainer by calling us at SPC-Thornhill 905-709-4772 or SPC-Mississauga 905.891.1999.
- Tour of facility
- Discuss goals and needs
- Personal History
- Fill out all forms
- Take initial Anthropometric Measurements, i.e. weight, body fat, circumferences. (Optional)
Step 2: Book in for your first training session and be on your way to a new fitter you!
ELITE PERSONAL TRAINING PRICES
Based on your goals, SPC’s personal trainer will carve out a path and help guide you every step of the way to achieving that goal.
Personal Training Fee Schedule (all prices subject to applicable taxes)
PRIVATE ELITE PERSONAL TRAINING
| Number of Sessions |
Price Per Session |
| 5 |
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| 15 |
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| 25 |
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SEMI-PRIVATE ELITE PERSONAL TRAINING
| Number of Sessions |
Price Per Session per person |
| 5 |
Please Call |
| 15 |
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| 25 |
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SPORT CONDITIONING SERVICES
High Performance Individual Testing
For the high performance athlete knowing these measurements is essential for program planning, monitoring performance, establishing a baseline and predicting success. Our staff uses scientifically proven methodology to evaluate your anaerobic capacity and lactate threshold.
Veletron Ergometer Wingate Test
Total Time required: 20-minutes
- Blood-Lactate Threshold Test (Treadmill/ Cycle Ergometer)
Total Time required: 60-minutes
*Available at SPC Mississauga location only.
High Performance Team Field Testing
Using industry standards and valid measures for the specific sport, SPC develops testing protocols to establish baselines and for monitoring progress of our athletes. Protocols are devised for the specific sports team.
Testing Protocol may include tests of:
- Anthropometric Measurements (height, weight, girth)
- Muscular Endurance, Strength, and/or Power
- Core Strength and/or Stability
- Anaerobic and/or Aerobic Capacity
- On-Site Team Field Testing Battery
Maximum 18 athletes
- In-House Team Field Testing Battery
Strength and Conditioning Services and Prices
SPC customizes and periodizes each training program to ensure optimal performance and progression.
Based on the complimentary Initial Consultation the client and Strength and Conditioning Specialist will devise a plan of action in order to meet your goals.
SPC specializes in intense off-season and in-season functional sport-specific training focusing on:
- Footwork, Coordination, Proprioception
- Acceleration and Deceleration
- Core Stability and Dynamic Balance
- Strength and Power
- Energy System Training—Anaerobic & Aerobic
All packages include semi-private training with highly educated and experienced professional to guide athletes through safe and effective training program.
Price (excludes GST):
- Packages can be purchased to suit the needs of the individual program which is based on Season of training, Goals of the individual program, and Athletic requirements.
- 10 sessions -- Please Call
- 25 sessions -- Please Call
- 50 sessions -- Please Call
Past and Present Outstanding Clients
SOCCER
Professional
- Andre Arango, Defender, Montreal Impact A-League
- David Diplacido—Toronto Lynx A-League
- Matthew Palleschi, Midfield, Montreal Impact, A-League
- Milan Kojic—Norway First Division 1
- Neils Dekker, Toronto Lynx A-League
- Tomer Chencinski, Goalkeeper, Toronto FC, MLS
- Sergio Deluca, Midfield—Germany Division 3, Toronto Lynx PDL
- Montreal Impact Professional Soccer Team, A-League
- Vaughan Italia Professional Soccer Club, CPSL
International
- Daniel Tannous, Defender, Canadian National Youth Soccer Team (Captain)
- Gao Hong, Goalkeeper—China Women’s National Team (World Cup, Olympic)
NCAA Division 1
- Andrea Granzotto, Goalkeeper—Winthrop University NCAA 1
- Anthony Dibiase, Midfield—Ottawa Fury PDL, Niagara University, NCAA 1
- Krista Pace, Goalkeeper—Miami University, Ohio NCAA 1
- Massimo Collu-Marchese, Goalkeeper—St. Bonaventure University, NCAA 1
Elite Amateur
- Alon Badat, Midfield, ANB Soccer Academy
- Zach Valliant, ANB Soccer Academy
- Ryan Zysman, ANB Soccer Academy
- Daniel Linton, ANB Soccer Academy
- Samantha Valliant, Erin Mills Soccer Club
- Bryst International Football Academy
- Glen Shields Soccer Association
HOCKEY
NCAA Division 1
- Ben Contini, Forward, RPI University Division 1
- Paul Zanette, Forward—North York Rangers, Junior A, Niagara University NCAA
- Vince Rocco, Forward—Niagara University NCAA 1
International
- Kerry Wieland, Defense—USA Women’s National Team
- Paul Rosen, Goaltender—Canadian Sledge Hockey Team- Olympic Gold Medal
Junior A, OHL
- Mark Cundari, Defense—Windsor Spitfires, OHL
Junior A, OHA
- Daniel Ciampini, Forward, St. Michaels Buzzers, JR. A (OHL Draft Pick),
- Eric Rubino, Forward—St. Michael’s Buzzers, Junior A (OHL Draft Pick)
- Frankie Salituro, Forward, St. Michael’s Buzzers, Junior A
- Kevin Willer, Forward, North York Rangers Junior A, TEAM Canada Israel Games
- Fred Cassiani, Forward (Captian)—St. Michaels Buzzers, Junior A
- Kelly Calhoun, Defence, Etobicoke Dolphins Junior Women
- Mark Rubino, Defence—St. Michael’s Buzzers, Junior A (OHL Draft Pick)
- Michael Rubino, Defence—St. Michael’s Buzzers, Junior A
- Etobicoke Dolphins Women’s Junior Hockey Team
BASEBALL
- Vaughan Vikings Baseball Organization
OTHER
International/National
- Christpher Mabee, Figure Skating, Canadian Silver Medalist
- Matthew Erdman, Tennis Canada—National Youth Ranked #10
- Ranjit Baboolal, USA National Triathlon Qualifier
- Joel Gerson, 3x Team Ontario Judo Champion, NA Fearless Fighting Champ
- Jonathan Kim, Canadian Junior Golf Association (2006 Point Leader, 17-19 yr. old)
- John Ramsell, Triathlete
University
- Gregg Orsini, Quarterback- Etobicoke Eagles OVFL, Western University CIS
- Adam Frydman, Pitcher- Mars Hill University Division 2
- Morey Frydman, Wentworth Institute of Technology Division 3 Basketball
Elite Amateur
- Ariel Bok, Figure Skating
Accelerade
 Accelerade is the biggest stride in sports drinks in over 30 years. Accelerade ready-to-drink is the first and only protein-enhanced sports drink containing the patented 4:1 carbohydrate to protein ratio. Accelerade is designed for use during exercise and has been clinically proven to increase endurance up to 29 percent over ordinary sports drinks. More than a decade ago, top exercise physiologists teamed up to develop the ideal sports drink that delivers superior endurance. It was discovered that protein, in the right ratio to carbohydrates, was the key to unlocking superior performance over conventional sports drinks that contained carbohydrates alone. Cadbury Schweppes Americas Beverages acquired the Accelerade trademark in 2006 from Pacific Health Laboratories and maintained the patented 4:1 carbohydrate to protein ratio while developing a satisfying taste athletes demand in a sports drink. The introduction of Accelerade ready-to-drink in 20-ounce bottles makes the 4:1 advantage conveniently available to all consumers SPC clients.
Ultimate Glucosamine®
(Recommended for joint repair and maintenance)
 SPC is proud to carry and recommend Ultimate Glucosamine. Ultimate Glucosamine®
is a powder consisting of 100% pure N-Acetyl-D-Glucosamine. This unique formula
contains no additives, salts, preservatives, colouring agents, gluten, lactose or
yeast. It dissolves readily in both hot and cold liquids. When dissolved in water
it forms a clear colourless solution. It has a pleasant sweet taste.
N-Acetyl-D-Glucosamine is a major component of hyaluronan, a substance that functions
as a lubricant in joints. N-Acetyl-D-Glucosamine is also important in the growth
and repair of joint cartilage. As a result, N-Acetyl-D-Glucosamine can help nourish
and restore damaged cartilage easing joint pain and in some cases helping restore
mobility and function. Recent scientific studies point to the many benefits of Glucosamine
supplementation including maintaining joint health, and reducing the symptoms of
arthritis.
For more information on Ultimate Glucosamine® visit their website at www.ultimateglucosamine.com.
Traumeel®
Homeopathic anti-inflammatory product
 Traumeel ® is an natural anti-inflammatory product that is used for the temporary
relief of aches and pains associated with sports injuries, repetitive use injuries,
sprains, back aches, muscle aches, and bruises in addition to minor arthritic pain
and inflammation. This product is available at SPC in an ointment, or tablet form.
With no known adverse or side effects, and backed up by more than two dozed scientific
and clinical studies, Traumeel ® is a safe and effective alternative to conventional
anti-inflammatory medication and can be used at any age.
Traumeel ® is the essential medication you need in your first aid kit.
For more information, visit www.traumeel.com.
Omni® Life Sciences
Custom orthopedic braces
 OMNI life science, Inc. was founded in 1998 as an organization committed to the
design, manufacture and distribution of high quality orthopedic devices. SPC practitioners
use Omni ® brand custom for various injuries including Anterior Cruciate Ligament
(ACL) tears.
For more information on Omni ® devices, visit them
at www.omnils.com.
The Orthotic Group®
Custom orthopedic inserts and shoes
 SPC uses The Orthotic Group for the custom design of all orthopedic inserts (orthotics)
and shoes. Using the GaitScan™ computerized technology in conjunction with traditional
molding techniques, the orthotics are produced with unwavering attention to detail
and their shoes and sandals have proven to be in a class apart in terms of comfort,
construction and design.
For a complete list of products, visit them
at www.theorthoticgroup.com.
Chiroflow® Water Based Pillows
 SPC practitioners recommend this water based pillow due to the fact that they provide
the ability to adjust pillow size to fit the patients body and neck structure. The
pillows design includes:
- A cushion of super-soft hypo-allergenic DuPont polester fibre that rests over the water layer for outstanding all-round comfort.
- A thermal insulator that fully encases the water layer to prevent heat loss.
- An easy-to-fill water pouch secured to the base of the pillow which provides gentle, responsive support.
- The Chiroflow® water based pillow combines 3 benefits in one pillow providing neck pain relief, improved sleep, as well as superior comfort.
For more information on the water based pillow, visit www.chiroflow.com.
Health Balance® Super Concentrate Omega-3 Supplement
 Enteric-coated Omega-3 softgels (EPA 400 mg, DHA 200 mg) provide twice as much heart-healthy
Omega-3 than regular 180:120 ratio fish oils. Omega-3 fatty acids are crucial in
supporting human growth, repair and reproduction as well as physical, emotional
and mental health at all ages. The general North American diet is deficient in Omega-3
essential fatty acids. Ocean fish oils provide ready-made EPA and DHA, in optimal
amounts.
Sports Injury Devices
SPC also carries a wide variety of athletic injury products ranging from ankle braces,
knee braces, compression shorts, athletic tape, and splints. We take pride in using
only the best products for all of our patients and clients.
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