Austin Macpherson
Ossington Chiropractic and Rehabilitation (OCR)
145 Ossington Ave, Toronto, ON, M6J 2Z6
Austin is a Registered Physiotherapist and a Pelvic Health Physiotherapist with a passion for thoughtful, person-centred care. She received her Master of Science in Physiotherapy from McMaster University after completing her Graduate Diploma of Applied Health Sciences and an Honours Bachelor of Health Science from Western University. Austin has a special interest in assessing runners and has worked with individuals of all ages and abilities, from varsity athletes and ultra-marathoners to post-stroke care. With clinical experience in orthopedic and musculoskeletal assessment, she works closely with her patients to develop personalized treatment plans that support their unique goals—whether it’s recovering from an injury, managing chronic pain, or improving everyday mobility. Austin takes a holistic approach to care, listening to what is most important to each patient. She strongly believes in empowering her patients to be active participants in their care, through every stage of recovery. Austin is certified in dry needling and acupuncture and has completed her Level 1 Neurokinetic Therapy (NKT) training. She utilizes a combination of manual therapy, targeted exercises, acupuncture, and education to help improve patients’ quality of life and assist them in reaching their goals. When Austin is not in the clinic, you can find her cycling, skiing, travelling, or reading a good book!
This 60 min appointment is for new patients, or for patients who have not received physiotherapy treatment at OCR within the past 9 months. Your initial physiotherapy assessment includes a detailed evaluation with one of our physiotherapists to better understand your injury, symptoms, movement patterns, strength, mobility, and overall function. The assessment is designed to identify the root cause of pain or dysfunction and develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to your goals, lifestyle, and activity level. Our physiotherapists treat a wide range of conditions, including: Sports and gym-related injuries Neck and back pain Muscle and joint pain Sprains and strains Tendonitis and overuse injuries Post-surgical rehabilitation Shoulder, hip, knee, and ankle injuries Sciatica and nerve-related symptoms Arthritis and mobility restrictions Balance, stability, and movement concerns Treatment may include hands-on therapy, exercise prescription, mobility and strengthening programs, acupuncture, taping, education, and movement retraining to support recovery and long-term results. Whether you are recovering from an injury, dealing with ongoing pain, or looking to improve movement and performance, our goal is to help you move better, feel stronger, and return to the activities you enjoy.