Expert Back Pain Physiotherapy in Dundas, ON
Back pain shouldn't stop you from running, lifting, working, or doing what you love. At The Movement Physio & Performance in Dundas, our expert physiotherapists deliver hour-long, one-on-one sessions built around you — your body, your goals, your life. No shared time. No rushed appointments. Just real results.
Back Pain Is Keeping You on the Sidelines
You've tried rest, stretching, and pushing through — but the pain keeps coming back. You deserve more than a temporary fix.
You've Hit a Dead End
Generic exercises from YouTube, advice to "just rest," or rushed 15-minute appointments haven't given you lasting relief. Your back pain keeps returning — and you're not sure why.
You're Missing Out on Life
Whether it's your morning run, a day on the slopes, a CrossFit class, or simply picking up your kids without wincing — back pain is stealing the moments that matter most to you.
You're Worried It's Permanent
The longer it lingers, the more you wonder if this is just something you have to live with. It's not. With the right plan and the right physiotherapist, your body is far more capable than you think.
Why Dundas Chooses Us for Back Pain Physiotherapy
At The Movement Physio & Performance, we believe recovery is about more than pain relief — it's about rebuilding confidence, strength, and capacity. Our education-first, exercise-based approach gives you a clear plan and the knowledge to own your recovery. With a dedicated physiotherapist all to yourself for a full hour, every session, you'll always know exactly where you stand and where you're headed.
Hour-long, one-on-one sessions — your physiotherapist is 100% focused on you, every visit
A proven 3-step process: Calm it down, Build it up, and Bridge the gap back to the life you love
Nearly 1,000 sq ft of in-clinic gym space to bridge the gap from back pain rehab to full performance
Our 3-Step Back Pain Physiotherapy Process in Dundas
Step 1: Calm It Down
We start by understanding your pain, your history, and your goals. Using targeted manual therapy, soft tissue techniques, acupuncture, and movement modifications, we get you comfortable and moving again — without fear.
Step 2: Build It Up
Pain relief is just the beginning. We build a progressive, individualized strengthening program — delivered in-clinic and tracked between sessions through the TrueCoach app — so your back gets stronger week by week.
Step 3: Bridge the Gap
The goal was never just less pain. We systematically return you to your sport, your job, or your lifestyle — with the confidence and resilience to stay there. This is where physio meets performance.
Back Pain Physiotherapy for Every Condition
Back and spine conditions are among the most common — and most mismanaged — injuries we see. Whether you're dealing with a new flare-up or a chronic issue that's followed you for years, our Dundas physiotherapy team has the expertise to assess what's really going on and build a plan that addresses the root cause, not just your symptoms.
Low back pain and sciatica — including nerve pain, disc issues, and movement-related flare-ups
Mid back and neck pain — from desk posture, overuse, or sports-related strain
Arthritis, tendinopathy, and pain that's been hanging around longer than it should
Real Results from Real Dundas Patients
"The experience was great, and unlike any other physio clinic I had been to before. Through hour-long sessions in the gym that focused on strength training, I saw steady progress… He taught me so much about rehab, load management and how to handle nerve pain. I'd highly recommend The Movement to anyone."
— Dana Y."Dalton was my physiotherapist for a badly torn groin. He demonstrated an extensive knowledge of his craft and it seemed effortlessly came up with a plan and exercises along the way to get me back participating in my recreational hockey. I would highly recommend The Movement Physio & Performance."
— Kyle F."I came to The Movement thinking I would never fully recover and I left being better and more confident than pre-injury… After 2 months I was able to return to work on modified duties and within 3 months I was back full time duties and back to playing sports."
— Shane B.Meet the Dundas Physiotherapy Team at The Movement Physio & Performance
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Eli Pawliw
Eli grew up in Dundas with a hand-poured concrete shot put circle in his backyard. He’s thrilled to be returning back to Dundas after learning and living abroad in London, England for the past 3 years. As a former international shot putter, turned avid runner, Eli has an in-depth understanding of the demands of a wide variety of sports. He brings an elite-performance mindset to the clinic to help others improve their physical function beyond their initial goals.
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Jessica Mahler
Jessica grew up in the Hamilton area and is excited to be back treating in the area after spending some time in North Vancouver and Guelph. Whether attempting a new distance or trying a new sport, Jessica loves setting new physical activity goals and is passionate about working with others to help them reach theirs. In her spare time Jessica enjoys hockey, running, triathlon, and snowboarding.
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Nick Dozzi
Nick was born and raised in Hamilton. Growing up as a hockey player in the area, he became passionate about rehab and performance early in his career, looking to stay healthy and gain a competitive advantage over the competition. Junior hockey took him all over Ontario and Canada including spending a year on the east coast in which he was able to travel through most of the big cities in the Maritimes and Quebec. Since dreams of being a professional athlete ended, he came back home to complete his schooling. Nick now enjoys staying active throughout the year with strength training, golfing and snowboarding.
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Don Lesar
Don has felt connected to the Dundas community since starting at McMaster in 2009 and feels privileged to be able to provide care to the health conscious people of Dundas and the surrounding area. Don is a father of two young girls and enjoys rock climbing, mountain biking, trail running, functional fitness training, camping and anything that gets him into the fresh valley air.
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Will Nicholson
Will is a lifelong learner, and along with Dalton, has been connecting with a network of like-minded clinicians internationally through the PTCoffeecast. The PTCoffeecast is a podcast about all things physiotherapy with a side of geeking out on coffee. Will is also a competitive powerlifter, and enjoys anything that involves lifting weights. To round it out, he loves hiking, cycling, and being outdoors.
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Dalton Laino
Dalton has a drive for growth. Whether it be his health journey, his own personal development, or continually hearing other peoples perspectives on the PTCoffeecast that he co-hosts with Will. This drive has lead him to partnering with Don and Will to build The Movement Physio & Performance. Outside of this you can find Dalton dabbling in various areas of fitness such as CrossFit and Running, drinking freshly brewed coffee from his aeropress, and enjoying a hike while listening to his favourite podcast.
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Dee Muszynski
Dee is a Registered Dietitian committed to helping individuals take a proactive approach to their health through food. She takes pride in her personalized approach with each client, working together to come up with solutions to reach their goals. She is a strong believer in developing healthy relationships with food while still being able to attain desired outcomes.
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Lauren Zigelstein
Lauren has always been passionate about movement and exercise. As a child and throughout high school, she swam competitively and learned the importance of working alongside a team, dedicating time and energy to a collective goal. Lauren also learned the importance of pushing oneself out of one's comfort zone and never giving up on your dreams. In her adult years, she applied these invaluable lessons by choosing to leave her career after spending 15 years in advertising and finding her true calling in Health and Wellness. Bridging her skills in client services, project and business management with her passion for supporting others to make positive health changes brought her to Movement.
Find Us in the Heart of Dundas
We're just steps from downtown Dundas — only 1 minute (0.1 mile) from the Dundas Business Improvement Area via McMurray St. Come find us at 118 Hatt St Unit #2, Dundas, ON. Call us at (289) 238-8865 or email info@themovementphysio.ca. We're open Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday 8 AM–7 PM, Wednesday 8 AM–4 PM, and Friday 8 AM–2 PM.
Got Questions?
Here's what patients searching for back pain physiotherapy near Dundas, ON ask us most.
What does a session at The Movement look like?
Every session is one-on-one and one full hour — just you and your physiotherapist. No shared time, no waiting around. We'll assess your movement, work through your individualized program, and make sure you leave with a clear understanding of your progress and your next steps.
Do you only treat back pain?
Not at all. While we have deep expertise in back pain physiotherapy — including low back pain, sciatica, and mid back pain — we also treat a wide range of conditions including shoulder injuries, knee pain, hip issues, running injuries, pelvic health concerns, and more. If you're not sure whether we can help, give us a call.
How do I get started?
Reach out by phone at (289) 238-8865, email us at info@themovementphysio.ca, or book directly through our website. Lauren, our Client Experience Manager, will match you with the right physiotherapist for your needs and goals.
Do you offer virtual or remote sessions?
Yes. For clients who travel or live outside the Dundas area, we offer virtual physiotherapy sessions — including specialized remote climbing rehab. Ask us about our virtual options when you book.
What is the TrueCoach app?
TrueCoach is the platform we use to deliver your between-session exercise programming. You can review your workouts, set weekly goals, track your progress, and message your physiotherapist — keeping you accountable and on track between visits.