Nancy Lu
Lu Physiotherapy & Wellness
590 Bloor St W, Floor 2B, Toronto, ON, M6G 1K4
**Education & Credentials**: - *Masters of Physical Therapy from Western University* - *Bachelor of Honours in Life Sciences*, double majoring in Biological & Nutritional Sciences from University of Toronto - *Certification in Clinic Pilates* Nancy has always been skilled in working with her hands, such as drawing & painting. Equally, she has always excelled in sciences. But it wasn’t until after she graduated from undergrad that she explored the career path of Physiotherapy. After completing a volunteer opportunity at a local clinic, she was really impressed by her mentor’s hands-on skills. And thought Physiotherapy is the perfect combination of science & artistry. Nancy is highly skilled & detail-oriented in assessment & treatment. She uses a multi-modal approach for optimal outcomes, including a creative balance of advanced hands-on techniques. Additionally, she uses her creativity & keen eye for postural & body movement analyses to create personalized treatment plans jointly with her patients. As an advocate of health promotion & disease prevention, she not only helps individuals get back to what they love doing most, but also facilitates the necessary skills for life-long health & well-being. Given her expert biological & nutritional sciences background, she has a strong foundational knowledge in the theories of the human body & systems. In her free time, you will find Nancy enjoying the sun at the local beaches, decorating & organizing her space, & learning how to care for her plants! **Areas of focus**: - Pelvic floor conditions, women & men - Scoliosis - Posture - Chronic neck & back pains - Knee, shoulder, & hand injuries - Ankle sprains - TMJ dysfunction **Modalities**: - Manual therapy (joint mobilization, passive range of motion) - Soft tissue techniques - Muscle energy techniques (contract-relax) - Therapeutic exercise prescription - Gua sha - Cupping
- Skilled assessment and treatment strategies.
- Manual therapy for musculoskeletal issues.
- Soft tissue release and muscle energy techniques.
- Therapeutic exercises for recovery.
- Relief for chronic neck and back pain.
- Managing knee, shoulder, and hand conditions.
