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New Fee Schedule September 26, 2022

September 11, 2022

PILATES
EFFECTIVE SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Private Pilates Sessions
75 min Initial Assessment $90.00
Private Pilates Session $85.00
5 Private Sessions $390.00
10 Private Sessions $730.00
20 Private Sessions $1360.00
40 Private Sessions $2560.00

Duet Pilates
Initial Assessment $55.00
Duet Pilates Session $50.00
5 Duet Sessions $225.00
10 Duet Sessions $400.00
20 Duet Sessions $740.00

Trio Pilates
Trio Pilates Session $40.00
5 Trio Pilates Sessions $180.00
10 Trio Pilates Sessions $330.00
20 Trio Pilates Sessions $600.00

Group Pilates
Single Drop-In Matwork/Barre Class $24.00
Single Drop-In Reformer Class $29.00

Value Packs
5 Matwork/Barre Classes (35 day expiry) $95.00
5 Reformer Classes (35 day expiry) $125.00
10 Matwork/Barre ...

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Lisa Bender Lisa Bender
September 11, 2022 September 11, 2022

The Eastern Approach to Acupuncture

September 20, 2021

As a Naturopathic Doctor I have many treatment "tools in my toolbox".   While all these tools are important to me for many different reasons, the one I use most frequently is acupuncture.  The reason: Acupuncture can have an amazing effect on your health!  I see this everyday in my office, but don't just take my word for it!  Research has shown that acupuncture is effective for conditions such as fibromyalgia, depression, as well as chronic pain.  It really is a simple, and effective therapy that can be used by most people.  Explaining acupuncture, however, can be a ...

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Linda Shih Linda Shih
September 20, 2021 September 20, 2021

The Western Approach to Acupuncture

September 20, 2021

Acupuncture is one tool in my Naturopathic Tool Kit that I use on a very regular basis.  It is such an excellent therapy for many different health concerns, including infertility, pain management, stress, and muscle tension.  It is really one of my go-to treatments in clinic!  When treating a patient with Acupuncture, practitioners typically employ a particular style based on either a Western or Eastern approach, with each having their own strengths and specialty.  The benefit of being a Naturopathic Doctor is that I have training in both these techniques, which gives me the best of ...

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Linda Shih Linda Shih
September 20, 2021 September 20, 2021

Vaccine Passports begin September 22nd

September 20, 2021

The Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, will require people to be fully vaccinated and provide proof of their vaccination status to access certain businesses and settings beginning September 22, 2021. 

Individuals attending movement based services in person at Spine Stretch Studio will have to provide proof of vaccination along with photo ID to access these services. These services include:

  • Group Mat Pilates classes
  • Group Reformer Pilates classes
  • Private and semi-private Pilates sessions
  • ELDOA classes

The vaccination passport program does NOT apply to essential services. We offer many different services within our studio, therefore proof of vaccination will not be required to ...

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Lisa Bender Lisa Bender
September 20, 2021 September 20, 2021

Treatment Spotlight: Soft Tissue Manipulation

July 29, 2020

As a Naturopathic Doctor there are many treatment "tools in my toolbox" that I use to help my clients.  These treatments can include botanical medicine, acupuncture, supplements, as well as hydrotherapy.   In addition to these, one therapy that I find especially helpful as a treatment option is Soft Tissue Manipulation.  Let's learn a little more about this valuable, hands-on treatment!

What is Soft Tissue Manipulation?

Soft Tissue Manipulation is a treatment (such as massage) that provides a therapeutic action on the soft tissue in your body.  Examples of soft tissues include muscles, tendons, ligaments, and fascia.  Soft tissues are important to ...

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Linda Shih Linda Shih
July 29, 2020 July 29, 2020

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