It was a natural pairing for a chiropractic office to open beside a fitness facility owned by the same team that helps people live healthy and active lives.
Newmarket dignitaries and guests gathered at Fast Lane Rehab at 210 Pony Dr., unit 2, to celebrate the grand opening on April 24. It shares a facility with Blood Sweat Train.
“There’s some really good synergy between the two,” said Ruben de Baat, co-owner of Fast Lane Rehab. “We have a lot of amazing clients, both the general population and some high-performance athletes, as well, that like to prioritize their health. In order to continue providing the highest service to them, we thought we would bring treatment in-house.”
Practitioners aim to empower individuals to take control of their physical health. They provide the tools and knowledge required for a quality life, he said.
“Any small business or growing business is a contribution to our community and contribution to our local economy, but those particularly in the area of providing health care and health support is even more important,” said Mayor John Taylor. “We know that is critical to keeping people healthy and active and contributing in their own ways.”
Karma Patel, clinical director at Fast Lane, enjoys moments when patients listen to his advice as he helps them live healthy lives through movement and mobility exercises.
He sees his patients frequently, allowing him to make a personalized plan for their needs.
“I think being fit and active are all controllable variables they can tackle,” said Patel. "If they can tackle that, I would love for them to live a long, healthy life, be as active as possible, and be able to play with their grandkids.”
Patel focuses on soft tissue therapy such as myofascial release and instrument assisted, athletic and kinesiology tape, passive modalities, manipulation and mobilization, and therapeutic exercises to help patients achieve a pain-free, healthy lifestyle.
"I get paid in gratitude," said Patel. "When someone is happy I love that."
He does not like the idea of professionals providing medications to mask the pain that can be resolved with exercise and diet.
“You’re numbing the pain, you’re not actually solving the problem,” said Patel. “I think medications are a quick Band-Aid.”
Physiotherapists work with young athletes recovering from a sports injury, seniors looking to improve mobility and function, or anyone in between.
Clinicians provide services to aid with soft tissue therapy (myofascial release, Graston/blading, trigger point therapy, stretching), joint mobilizations and adjustments, athletic and KT tape, electrical stim, heat, orthotics, casting, gait analysis, braces, compression socks and exercises for mobility, neuro, isometrics, prehab and post-op rehab.
