Expert Knee Pain Physiotherapy in Brantford, ON
Whether you're recovering from a knee replacement, dealing with an ACL injury, or struggling with persistent knee pain that's keeping you off the field, the trail, or out of the gym — we can help. At The Movement Physio & Performance, you'll receive one-on-one, evidence-based physiotherapy tailored specifically to you and your goals. No cookie-cutter programs. No double-booking. Just focused, personalized care designed to get you back to what you love.
Knee Pain That Holds You Back Isn't Just Frustrating
When your knee won't cooperate, it doesn't just hurt — it pulls you out of the sports, activities, and moments that matter most to you.
You Keep Pushing Through — And It Keeps Getting Worse
Ignoring knee pain or training through it without a plan often leads to compensations, setbacks, and longer recovery timelines. What starts as a nagging ache can become a chronic limitation that sidelines you for months.
Generic Rehab Isn't Built for Your Goals
Being handed a sheet of exercises and sent on your way isn't physiotherapy — it's guesswork. If your rehab doesn't account for your sport, your lifestyle, and your body, you're likely to end up right back where you started.
Knee Pain Doesn't Just Hurt Your Body
When you can't run, train, ski, or play, it affects your mental health, your identity, and your confidence. The longer it goes unaddressed, the harder it becomes to imagine feeling like yourself again.
Brantford's Home for Knee Pain Physiotherapy
At The Movement Physio & Performance, we don't just treat your knee — we look at the whole picture. Our physiotherapists are athletes themselves who understand what it takes to get back to the court, the slopes, or the gym. Every treatment plan is built around your specific goals, your timeline, and your life — not a generic protocol.
One-on-one, individualized sessions — your physiotherapist is 100% focused on you, every visit, with no double-booking
In-person and virtual physiotherapy options available — so your rehab fits your schedule, not the other way around
No referral required — book direct-access care today and start your recovery without the wait
Our Three-Step Approach to Beating Knee Pain
Step 1: Calm It Down
We start with a thorough one-hour assessment of your knee, your movement patterns, and your history. We identify what's driving your pain, reduce your symptoms, and give you clarity on what's actually going on — and why.
Step 2: Build It Up
Using progressive, evidence-based therapeutic exercise and hands-on techniques, we systematically rebuild the strength, stability, and mobility your knee needs to handle the demands of your sport and lifestyle.
Step 3: Bridge the Gap
The final phase is where rehab meets performance. Using return-to-sport testing, functional movement assessment, and sport-specific progressions, we make sure you're not just pain-free — you're stronger and more resilient than before.
Knee Conditions We Treat with Physiotherapy
Our Brantford physiotherapy team has deep experience treating the full spectrum of knee injuries and conditions — from acute sports injuries to chronic pain and post-surgical recovery. If knee pain is stopping you from doing what you love, we've likely helped someone in exactly your situation get back to it. Looking for knee pain physiotherapy near me in Brantford? You've found it.
ACL Injury & Post-Surgical Knee Rehab — structured return-to-sport progressions and strength rebuilding after surgery
Runner's Knee / Patellofemoral Pain & IT Band Syndrome — biomechanical analysis and running-specific rehab to keep you moving
Meniscus Injury, Knee Replacement Recovery & Arthritis — progressive loading programs to restore function and reduce pain long-term
5-Star Knee Pain Physiotherapy in Brantford, ON
"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 Your Brantford Physiotherapist — Athletes Who Get It
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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 Brantford, ON
Conveniently located on Park Rd N, near Lynden Park Mall, Colborne Common Shopping Centre, and Brantford Commons Medical Centre.
We're just 7 minutes from Downtown Brantford — head west on Market St, which becomes West St, then continue north onto Park Rd N. You'll find us at 625 Park Rd N, Unit 3. Book online or call us to get started. 📍 625 Park Rd N Unit 3, Brantford, ON N3T 5L8 | 📞 289-238-8865 | Hours: Mon & Wed 1–8 PM | Fri 8 AM–5 PM
Knee Pain Physio FAQs
Everything you need to know before booking your first appointment at The Movement in Brantford.
Do I need a doctor's referral to see a physiotherapist?
No referral is needed. We offer direct-access physiotherapy, which means you can book an appointment and start your recovery right away — no wait for a referral required.
What should I expect at my first knee physiotherapy appointment?
Your initial assessment is approximately one hour. Your physiotherapist will take a detailed history, conduct a thorough movement and physical exam, discuss your goals, and begin building a personalized treatment plan tailored to your knee condition and lifestyle.
Do you offer virtual physiotherapy for knee pain?
Yes. We offer virtual physiotherapy sessions that include guided movement screens, education, and customized exercise programs you can follow from home or the gym — ideal if you can't always make it in person.
How is The Movement different from other physio clinics in Brantford?
Every session is one-on-one — your physiotherapist is fully focused on you with no double-booking. Our clinicians are athletes themselves, and our three-step approach (Calm it down → Build it up → Bridge the gap) takes you from pain management all the way through to performance and return to sport.
Do you treat post-surgical knee patients?
Absolutely. We have extensive experience with post-surgical knee rehab including ACL reconstruction, knee replacement, and HTO surgery. Our return-to-sport testing and progressive loading protocols are designed to get you back stronger.
Can you help me even if I've had knee pain for years?
Yes. Whether your knee pain is acute or chronic, we'll start with a thorough assessment to understand what's driving it and build a plan from there. Many of our clients have dealt with recurring knee issues for years and have found lasting relief through our evidence-based, exercise-focused approach.
Still have questions?
We'd love to help — call us at 289-238-8865 or book a discovery call online.