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Take Back Control with the OA Care Plan

A comprehensive plan to manage your Osteoarthritis (OA) that is covered by OHIP

Osteoarthritis can make moving and feeling comfortable tough, affecting your daily life. Our OA Care Plan, tailored just for you, offers a detailed check-up, a report on your condition, advice on potential treatments, and referrals for further care if needed. Take back control by understanding how you can manage your osteoarthritis with confidence.

Take Back Control with the OA Care Plan

A comprehensive plan to manage your Osteoarthritis (OA) that is covered by OHIP

Osteoarthritis can make moving and feeling comfortable tough, affecting your daily life. Our OA Care Plan, tailored just for you, offers a detailed check-up, a report on your condition, advice on potential treatments, and referrals for further care if needed. Take back control by understanding how you can manage your osteoarthritis with confidence.

Take Back Control with the OA Care Plan

A comprehensive plan to manage your Osteoarthritis (OA) that is covered by OHIP

Osteoarthritis can make moving and feeling comfortable tough, affecting your daily life. Our OA Care Plan, tailored just for you, offers a detailed check-up, a report on your condition, advice on potential treatments, and referrals for further care if needed. Take back control by understanding how you can manage your osteoarthritis with confidence.

Osteoarthritis can make moving and feeling comfortable tough, affecting your daily life. Our OA Care Plan, tailored just for you, offers a detailed check-up, a report on your condition, advice on potential treatments, and referrals for further care if needed. Take back control by understanding how you can manage your osteoarthritis with confidence.

Experts in the Field

Meet Dr. Laura Cruz, a dedicated sports medicine doctor with a passion for helping patients achieve their health and fitness goals. Her patient-focused approach combines expertise and empathy, guiding individuals through recovery, pain management, or performance enhancement. LiveActive has seven sport medicine physicians across three locations throughout Toronto.
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Experts in The Field

Meet Dr. Laura Cruz, a dedicated sports medicine doctor with a passion for helping patients achieve their health and fitness goals. Her patient-focused approach combines expertise and empathy, guiding individuals through recovery, pain management, or performance enhancement. LiveActive has seven sport medicine physicians across three locations throughout Toronto.
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The OA Care Plan

A comprehensive assessment and plan of care to help you fight back against osteoarthritis

The OA Care Plan begins with an assessment, involving a review of health history, current X-rays, a comprehensive physical examination, and functional movement tests to evaluate mobility and function. Based on these findings, a personalized care plan is developed and later discussed with the physician in a follow-up consultation. An added benefit is that this detailed care plan is covered by OHIP.

  • Detailed Assessment
  • Customized OA Care Plan
  • Consultation to Review Findings
  • Access to a Library of Videos and Resources
  • Recommendations for Treatment
  • Requisitions for Updated Imaging As Needed
  • Referral to Orthopedic Surgery As Needed
  • Covered by OHIP

The OA Care Plan

A comprehensive assessment and plan of care to help you fight back against osteoarthritis

The OA Care Plan begins with an extensive assessment, involving a review of health history, current X-rays, a comprehensive physical examination, and functional movement tests to evaluate mobility and function. Based on these findings, a personalized care plan is developed and later discussed with the physician in a follow-up consultation. An added benefit is that this detailed care plan is covered by OHIP.

  • Detailed Assessment
  • Customized OA Care Plan
  • Consultation to Review Findings
  • Access to a Library of Videos and Resources
  • Recommendations for Treatment
  • Requisitions for Updated Imaging As Needed
  • Referral to Orthopedic Surgery As Needed
  • Covered by OHIP

Rapid Assessment Clinic

The Rapid Assessment Clinic offers an efficient way to get  a current understanding of your osteoarthritis. The clinic is designed to provide a comprehensive and efficient evaluation of osteoarthritis, making it easier for patients to understand their condition and the best steps for management. The Rapid Assessment Clinic is covered by OHIP, ensuring accessibility for those who need it.

What to Expect

  • Health History: This initial phase involves a thorough review of your health history, focusing on pain, activity, and any issues or symptoms related to osteoarthritis. This helps the medical team to understand your condition in the context of your overall health.
  • Physical Exam: After the health history, you will have a physical examination with a sports medicine doctor. This examination will test the areas affected by osteoarthritis, assessing the severity and impact of the condition.
  • Functional Testing: The final step involves functional testing to evaluate the quality and ability of your movement. This is crucial for understanding how osteoarthritis affects your daily activities and physical capabilities.
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Rapid Assessment Clinic

The Rapid Assessment Clinic offers an efficient way to get  a current understanding of your osteoarthritis. The clinic is designed to provide a comprehensive and efficient evaluation of osteoarthritis, making it easier for patients to understand their condition and the best steps for management. The Rapid Assessment Clinic is covered by OHIP, ensuring accessibility for those who need it.

  • Health History: This initial phase involves a thorough review of your health history, focusing on pain, activity, and any issues or symptoms related to osteoarthritis. This helps the medical team to understand your condition in the context of your overall health.
  • Physical Exam: After the health history, you will have a physical examination with a sports medicine doctor. This examination will test the areas affected by osteoarthritis, assessing the severity and impact of the condition.
  • Functional Testing: The final step involves functional testing to evaluate the quality and ability of your movement. This is crucial for understanding how osteoarthritis affects your daily activities and physical capabilities.
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Feedback From Our Patients

LiveActive Sport Medicine is renowned for its exceptional care and expertise in osteoarthritis (OA) management. With a track record of helping over 20,000 patients, they have established themselves as a pillar in the community. The team’s commitment to patient health and well-being is reflected in the overwhelming positive feedback it receives, evidenced by over 3,000 five-star reviews. This not only highlights their high-quality service but also cements its status as recognized leaders in OA care within their community.

Feedback From Our Patients

LiveActive Sport Medicine is renowned for its exceptional care and expertise in osteoarthritis (OA) management. With a track record of helping over 20,000 patients, they have established themselves as a pillar in the community. The team’s commitment to patient health and well-being is reflected in the overwhelming positive feedback it receives, evidenced by over 3,000 five-star reviews. This not only highlights their high-quality service but also cements its status as recognized leaders in OA care within their community.

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Resources and Articles

Explore our curated selection of resources and articles specifically created to enhance your understanding of osteoarthritis, its causes, and the most effective treatment options available. These resources are meant to guide you through various aspects of osteoarthritis management, ensuring you have the knowledge and tools to make informed decisions about your health. Dive into our content and empower yourself on your journey to relief and recovery.
Knee Health 101: How to Prevent Osteoarthritis After Traumatic Knee Injury
Knee Health 101: How to Prevent Osteoarthritis After Traumatic Knee Injury
Knee Health 101: How to Prevent Osteoarthritis After Traumatic Knee Injury The Importance of Knee Health and Prevalence of Osteoarthritis After Traumatic Knee Injury The knee is a complex joint that supports the weight of the body, enables movement, and absorbs shock. It is composed of bones, cartilage, ligaments, tendons, and muscles and can be...
Osteoarthritis (OA): Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Osteoarthritis (OA): Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Osteoarthritis (OA): Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that affects millions of people worldwide. It is the most common form of arthritis and can cause pain, stiffness, and swelling in the affected joints. The condition is caused by the breakdown of cartilage, the cushion that covers the ends of bones,...
Knee Osteoarthritis in Etobicoke
Knee Osteoarthritis in Etobicoke
Knee Osteoarthritis in Etobicoke LiveActive Sport Medicine Health and Performance is a team of outstanding therapists who look after knee osteoarthritis in Etobicoke patients. Take a few minutes to look at the exceptional  members of our team. Each and every member of our staff is committed to providing the skills guidance and tools throughout rehabilitation...

Resources and Articles

Explore our curated selection of resources and articles specifically created to enhance your understanding of osteoarthritis, its causes, and the most effective treatment options available. These resources are meant to guide you through various aspects of OA management, ensuring you have the knowledge and tools to make informed decisions about your health. Dive into our content and empower yourself on your journey to relief and recovery.
Knee Health 101: How to Prevent Osteoarthritis After Traumatic Knee Injury
Knee Health 101: How to Prevent Osteoarthritis After Traumatic Knee Injury
Knee Health 101: How to Prevent Osteoarthritis After Traumatic Knee Injury The Importance of Knee Health and Prevalence of Osteoarthritis After Traumatic Knee Injury The knee is a complex joint that supports the weight of the body, enables movement, and absorbs shock. It is composed of bones, cartilage, ligaments, tendons, and muscles and can be...
Osteoarthritis (OA): Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Osteoarthritis (OA): Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Osteoarthritis (OA): Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that affects millions of people worldwide. It is the most common form of arthritis and can cause pain, stiffness, and swelling in the affected joints. The condition is caused by the breakdown of cartilage, the cushion that covers the ends of bones,...
Knee Osteoarthritis in Etobicoke
Knee Osteoarthritis in Etobicoke
Knee Osteoarthritis in Etobicoke LiveActive Sport Medicine Health and Performance is a team of outstanding therapists who look after knee osteoarthritis in Etobicoke patients. Take a few minutes to look at the exceptional  members of our team. Each and every member of our staff is committed to providing the skills guidance and tools throughout rehabilitation...