Athletic Therapy in Oshawa

Athletic therapist guiding a patient through reconditioning

What is athletic therapy?

Certified Athletic Therapists (CAT(C)) are specialists in the prevention, assessment and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries — the same hands-on care you see on the sidelines of professional sport. Athletic therapy follows the sports-medicine model, with a strong focus on functional recovery and getting you back to work, sport and life safely.

You don’t have to be an athlete to benefit. Our athletic therapist treats active adults and everyday injuries alongside our physiotherapy team, so your care is coordinated and complete.

Injuries we treat

Sprains, strains and muscle tears
Ligament injuries (ACL, MCL, ankle)
Tendonitis and overuse injuries
Knee, ankle and shoulder injuries
Concussion management
Post-fracture and post-surgical reconditioning

Our approach

Your plan is built around your sport, goals and the demands of your body, and may include:

Functional movement assessment and injury diagnosis
Hands-on manual therapy
Taping and bracing
Progressive strengthening and reconditioning
Return-to-play testing and criteria
Injury-prevention and performance guidance

Meet our athletic therapist

Samantha Lupi, Certified Athletic Therapist, brings dynamic energy and expertise to sports-injury rehabilitation and performance care — a proactive, hands-on approach tailored to your physical goals. Learn more about our team.

Return-to-PlayFunctional RehabTapingConcussion Care

Frequently asked questions

Both treat musculoskeletal injuries and often overlap. Certified Athletic Therapists specialise in the sports-medicine model — acute and on-field injury management, functional rehabilitation and return-to-play — while physiotherapists cover a broad range of conditions. At DECA the two work together for complete care.

Not at all. Athletic therapists treat anyone with a muscle, joint or bone injury — weekend warriors, active adults and people recovering from everyday injuries — not just competitive athletes.

Yes. Return-to-play is a core focus. We use functional testing and progressive reconditioning so you come back safely, confidently and with less risk of re-injury.

Many extended-health plans cover Certified Athletic Therapist (CAT(C)) services — check your plan, and we’re happy to help you confirm. We also direct bill where eligible and handle MVA and WSIB claims.