Thomas Hlavenka
- Manual therapy for joint and soft tissue mobilization.
- Mechanical diagnosis and therapy for spine-related pain.
- Dry needling and contemporary acupuncture for pain relief.
- Neurodynamic assessment and nerve mobilization techniques.
- Rehabilitation for musculoskeletal, neurological, cardiorespiratory conditions.
This summary is for informational purposes only and may not be accurate.
Regent Health Centre
150 Locke Street South, Hamilton, ON, L8P 4A9
###**Certifications** - McMaster Contemporary Acupuncture - Certificate of Integrated Dry Needling (CIDN) - Functional Movement Analysis ###**BIO** Thomas is a registered Physiotherapist in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists. He graduated with a Master’s of Science in Physical Therapy from Queen’s University after completing his Kinesiology degree, with distinction, at Wilfrid Laurier University. While at Wilfrid Laurier he conducted research in spine biomechanics. He has experience in hospital and clinic settings, seeing patients with musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiorespiratory conditions. Thomas has taken a number of continuing education courses, including topics such as spine biomechanics, manual therapy, McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy, chronic pain diagnosis and management, neurodynamics, and has completed the Mcmaster Contemporary Medical Acupuncture Program. Outside of the clinic, he spends plenty of time outdoors. Winter is his favourite season, as he is an avid cross-country skier and can also be found downhill skiing. In the summer he is often hiking on the Bruce Trail, fishing, or cycling.
During the initial assessment the physiotherapist will ask you about your current symptoms, your health history, and your goals. They will then bring you through a comprehensive physical examination. With the information gathered in the assessment the physiotherapist will determine if you are a good candidate for a therapeutic exercise style of care. If appropriate, you’ll begin therapeutic exercise sessions led by a physiotherapy assistant where you’ll be guided through a personalized program tailored to your goals, with modifications and progressions as needed. Close supervision ensures proper technique, safety, and steady improvement in strength, mobility, and function. The physiotherapist will reassess you at regular intervals to monitor progress and adjust your plan as needed.