Physical Medicine
Restoring Function & Mobility
Physical Medicine is a branch of medicine which strives to improve and rebuild the body — helping patients with physical impairments, chronic pain, and musculoskeletal conditions achieve a higher quality of life.
OVERVIEW
Physical Medicine at Townsend Naturopathic
Physical Medicine assists in managing disorders that inhibit the natural function and performance of the individual. It stresses the importance of optimal performance through gentle manipulation of the spine, joints, and soft tissues. Dr. Kim Townsend, ND integrates physical medicine techniques into her naturopathic practice as part of a comprehensive, whole-body approach to pain, injury, and recovery.
Physical Medicine
Insurance: Covered by most Benefit Plans
New Patients: Now welcoming
Virtual Care: Offered Province-wide
Location: Burlington, ON
Parking: Free on-site
WHO THIS IS FOR
Conditions We Treat
Physical Medicine is used to correct and manage a wide range of physical conditions including...
✦ Spinal Cord Injury ✦ Lower Back Pain ✦ Fibromyalgia ✦ Musculoskeletal Pain Syndromes ✦ Headaches ✦ TMJ ✦ Joint Pain & Dysfunction ✦ Soft Tissue Injuries ✦ Sports Injuries ✦ Chronic Pain ✦ Physical Impairments & Disabilities ✦ Recovery from Surgery or Injury
TCONO Registered
OAND Member
CAND Member
25+ Years Experience
Licensed BHRT Prescriber
The Method
Physical Medicine Techniques at Townsend Naturopathic
The physical medicine techniques utilized by Dr. Kim in her practice include Bowen Therapy, Craniosacral Therapy, and TBM (Total Body Modification). Each of these modalities works through gentle, non-invasive means to restore the body's natural function and promote healing from within.
Bowen Therapy uses gentle rolling moves across specific points on muscles, tendons, nerves, and fascia — prompting the body's nervous system to reset, repair, and rebalance itself. It is particularly effective for musculoskeletal pain, frozen shoulder, back pain, and sports injuries.
Craniosacral Therapy uses very light touch to detect and correct blockages in the flow of cerebrospinal fluid running through the cranial sacral system — restoring balance to the central nervous system and relieving chronic pain, headaches, TMJ, and stress.
TBM (Total Body Modification) is a system of pressure point techniques used to restore the body's self-healing mechanisms by identifying and correcting dysfunction in the nervous system and organ systems.
What to Expect
A Gentle, Integrative Approach to Physical Health
Physical medicine treatments at Townsend Naturopathic are gentle, non-invasive, and safe for patients of all ages. Dr. Kim selects and combines physical medicine modalities based on each patient's unique presentation — ensuring that treatment is always tailored to your specific condition, history, and goals.
Physical medicine works best as part of a broader naturopathic treatment plan, and Dr. Kim often integrates these techniques alongside clinical nutrition, botanical medicine, and other therapies for stronger, more lasting results.
Ready to restore your body's natural function? Book a consultation with Dr. Kim today.