Burlington Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation


Sports therapy and rehabilitation refers to the treatment and management of injuries and conditions related to physical activity and sports. Sports therapy and rehabilitation is one of the services that our experienced chiropractors regularly offer at our Burlington office. Designed to improve function and optimize performance, our chiropractors will get you back on track and back to your sport as soon as possible.

We provide sport therapy and rehabilitation and recovery treatments that are comprehensive, individualized and sport-specific.

Dr. Maja Edgar assisting a client to perform exercises.

Benefits of Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation


  • Natural pain relief
  • Faster return to sports
  • Reduced inflammation in injured muscles, joints or nerves
  • Improved mobility and function in the muscles, joints and nerves
  • Better posture and alignment
  • Improved muscle balance, strength and coordination to lessen the chance of further injury

How We Treat


There are two factors that influence how fast a person is able to get active and return to their sport of choice. The first factor is the amount of time the person waits to initiate treatment. Ideally, therapy should be initiated within 24-48 hours after injury to prevent the formation of scar tissue, and reduce pain and improper healing. The longer an injury is left, the more likely that it will become chronic. The second factor is the importance of getting the right kind of therapy under the supervision of the right therapist who is specialized in treating “sport specific injuries”.

After a thorough assessment of the injury, our doctors come up with an individualized and unique treatment plan that usually includes:

Acute care with physiotherapy modalities. The purpose of these therapies is to lower inflammation and speed up the recovery process. This can include any combination of the following:

Electrical Therapies (Interferential Current, TENS, micro-current)

Ultrasound Therapy

Medical Acupuncture

Heat/Ice therapy

Our sports therapy and rehabilitation treatments also include soft tissue therapy (such as muscle work) to reduce muscle spasm and promote blood flow to the injured muscles, ligaments, or tendons. Finaly, our treatments include progressive exercise program prescription that starts with tips for homecare and progresses to the strengthening of the injured tissues and health improvement.

The goal of treatment is to get you feeling better and back to your sports as quickly as possible.

What Our Customers Are Saying

Meet the Team


Dr.Cameron Edgar

Dr. Cameron Edgar

Chiropractor

Dr. Cameron Edgar was born in Edmonton, Alberta and graduated from the University of Alberta with a Bachelor’s degree in Biological and Physiological Sciences. After moving to Toronto to complete his Doctor of Chiropractic degree in 2005, he pursued further postgraduate education in Contemporary Medical Acupuncture from the De Groote School of Medicine at McMaster University.

Certified in the Active Release Technique, Dr. Edgar has a special interest in sports therapy and post-injury rehabilitation. Dr. Edgar believes that education and proper communication are imperative to patient care.

He now lives with his wife Maja in Burlington and in his free time, enjoys playing many different types of sports including basketball, ultimate frisbee, and golf.

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Dr.Maja Edgar

Dr. Maja Edgar

Chiropractor

Dr. Maja Edgar immigrated to Canada with her family from former Yugoslavia when she was eleven. She had an interest in health from an early age and was always fascinated by the human body and mind. She went on to complete a degree from the University of Toronto specializing in Biology and Psychology.

Seeking chiropractic treatment herself during her dance training, she realized that this is what resonated with her views of health and well being, and it prompted her to pursue her chosen profession.

She graduated with a Doctor of Chiropractic degree in 2008 and has also completed post-graduate training in Medical Acupuncture from the Michael G. De Groote School of Medicine at McMaster University.

A member of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association, Dr. Edgar has a special interest in the areas of chiropractic that include pre and postnatal pregnancy care.

From newborn to adolescence to adulthood, Dr. Edgar uses techniques specific to the individual to bring balance and health to the spine.

Dr. Edgar routinely makes recommendations for patients to establish a self-care routine and encourages her patients to be active participants in maintaining their health.

She is currently living in Burlington with her husband Cameron and in her free time enjoys keeping active through yoga, running and swimming.

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Adriana Gomez

Adriana Gomez

Registered Physiotherapist

Adriana is a Registered Physiotherapist with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario with over 20 years of experience in clinical practice. She completed her Masters of Physiotherapy specializing in Sports Injuries, Manual Therapy and Pregnancy. Prior to this, she graduated with a Bachelor’s in Sciences.

Adriana’s passion is to help others achieve their personal goals in recovering from injury. Her main objective is to optimize function and enhance physical performance in patients. She believes that through a comprehensive assessment and a hands-on treatment combined with an individualized exercise program; she and her patients will achieve mutual goals. Education is in each and all of her sessions; so patients have a clear understanding of their rehabilitation process, prevention of future injuries and proper expectations.

In her spare time, Adriana enjoys spending time with her husband, her 12 years old boy and close friends. Outdoor activities, Running, yoga, pilates, crossfit, and reading whenever she can are her passions.

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Jennifer Edmondson

Jennifer (Jennie) Edmondson

Registered Massage Therapist

Jennie is originally from the United Kingdom (yes, she still has an accent!) but she now resides in Burlington. Jennie graduated from the Ontario College of Health and Technology in 2022, and to her, massage therapy is a necessity, regardless of age or gender.

She is committed to the care and unique needs of each of her clients, and she helps them feel their very best as well as live a more balanced and healthy life. Jennie strongly believes that continued learning is important for the health and well-being of her clients. She has the knowledge and skills to treat all age groups and many different health conditions using (but not limited to) Swedish massage, Deep Tissue, Trigger Point Therapy, and Myofascial Release.

Jennie is also passionate about animals and hopes to one day own a farm where she can rescue all animals in need and give them a loving home.

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Istvan Szilak

Istvan Szilak

Registered Massage Therapist

Istvan Szilak is a Registered Massage Therapist with a passion for health, anatomy, and physical activity. Istvan has recently completed Mohawk College’s Advanced Diploma Massage Therapy program and has over 8 years of experience with Strength and Conditioning training.

His passion and personal experience with the amazing sports of Basketball, Volleyball, and Strength and Conditioning training have given Istvan hands-on, personal experience that allows him to apply this knowledge toward his self-care and rehabilitation treatments.

Istvan’s goals in treatment are to develop a thorough understanding of each client through detailed hands-on assessments to create personalized treatment plans to help increase mobility and functionality and improve pain management. Whether your preference is relaxation or deep tissue, Istvans’ technique is very thorough and able to locate difficult trouble spots. Using Swedish massage techniques, fascial work, trigger points, and stretching, Istvan will work with you to ensure your best comfort and outcome for each treatment.

Included in his working history, Istvan has had experience working with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, Hamilton Police, and many specialized outreach programs such as Dr. Bob Kemp Hospice, and the Adult Recreation Therapy Centre. He is excited to continue his involvement in future community programs and strives to challenge himself to improve by taking courses to remain current and up to date in the fitness and health field.

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