Back & neck pain
From muscle strain, disc issues, or posture-related pain, we treat the mechanical cause and rebuild flexibility and control.
Physiotherapy · Scarborough
Back pain, a sports injury, post-surgical recovery, or a WSIB or motor vehicle accident claim — you don't have to just manage it. Physio Cottage provides registered physiotherapy in Scarborough, focused on the cause of your pain, not just the symptom.
We serve patients from across Scarborough and east Toronto, including Victoria Village, Wexford, Bendale, Agincourt, L'Amoreaux, and Clairlea, with easy parking and flexible evening and Saturday appointments near Victoria Park & York Mills.
Physiotherapy is hands-on, exercise-based treatment for pain, injury, and movement problems affecting your muscles, joints, and nervous system. Rather than masking symptoms, a registered physiotherapist assesses how you actually move, identifies the mechanical cause, and builds a plan combining manual therapy, targeted exercise, and education.
It's the same clinical approach behind our pelvic floor physiotherapy and chronic pain programs — treat the cause, not just the ache.
Most people don't need a referral. In Ontario, physiotherapists are primary access practitioners — you can book directly, though some insurers ask for one at claim time.
Self-check
You may benefit from a physiotherapy assessment if you experience any of the following.
If any of this sounds familiar, an assessment is a reasonable next step.
Book an assessmentConditions we treat
From muscle strain, disc issues, or posture-related pain, we treat the mechanical cause and rebuild flexibility and control.
Guided rehab that rebuilds strength and range of motion safely after orthopedic or other surgery.
A personalized, graded approach for chronic pain that hasn't resolved with other treatment.
Targeted release for tight, restricted fascia contributing to chronic muscular pain. See our myofascial release service.
Spinal decompression and traction to relieve pressure on compressed discs and nerves.
Bladder leakage, pelvic pain, and postpartum recovery, treated through our pelvic floor physiotherapy program.
Sprains, strains, and overuse injuries get a structured return-to-activity plan through our sport injury program. We also direct-bill approved WSIB and motor vehicle accident (MVA) claims, so you can focus on recovery rather than paperwork.
Your first visit
A real assessment before a real plan — never a generic exercise sheet.
Medical history, posture, and movement patterns, to find the actual cause of your pain.
A treatment plan built around your goals — injury recovery, pain management, or mobility.
Hands-on manual therapy and guided exercise, plus a home program to keep you progressing between visits.
Your first session includes treatment. We don't just assess and send you home — hands-on therapy and guided exercise start on day one.
Who you'll see
Dr. Maryam Ahankoob is the founder and lead physiotherapist at Physio Cottage, registered with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario, with over 15 years of clinical experience treating patients across Scarborough and Toronto.
She specializes in chronic pain, sports injury, prenatal physiotherapy, and spinal conditions — using manual therapy, electrotherapy, and personalized exercise programs to treat the root cause of pain rather than just managing it. She and her team have helped hundreds of Scarborough residents return to the activities they love.
Why Physio Cottage
Every plan is built around your goals, not a generic protocol.
Manual therapy and exercise methods grounded in current research.
Personalized care with your physiotherapist, without rushed appointments.
Most extended health plans, plus WSIB and MVA billing.
Evening and Saturday appointments, with easy on-site parking.
From patients across Scarborough and east Toronto.
Insurance, billing & cost
We offer direct billing to most extended health insurance providers, so in many cases you won't need to pay out of pocket and submit a claim yourself.
We also bill directly for WSIB and motor vehicle accident (MVA) claims where applicable. Our team can help you understand your coverage before your first visit. Call (416) 445-5353 and we can check it with you.
Where our patients come from
Physio Cottage is located near Victoria Park & York Mills and welcomes patients from across Scarborough and east Toronto.
Questions patients ask
In most cases, no. Physiotherapists in Ontario are primary access practitioners, so you can book directly. Some insurance plans may still request a referral for reimbursement — check with your provider, or call us and we'll help confirm.
OHIP does not typically cover physiotherapy in a private clinic setting. Most extended health insurance plans do cover it, and we offer direct billing to most major providers.
Yes. We bill directly for approved WSIB workplace injury claims and MVA claims, so you don't need to pay upfront and file a claim yourself.
It depends on your condition, its severity, and your goals. Some patients notice improvement within a few sessions; more complex or long-standing issues take longer. Your physiotherapist outlines an estimated plan after your first assessment.
Physiotherapy shouldn't be painful, though some techniques can cause temporary discomfort or soreness, similar to a hard workout. Your physiotherapist works within your comfort level throughout.
Physiotherapy focuses on assessing movement and rebuilding strength, mobility, and function through manual therapy and exercise. Chiropractic care centres on spinal and joint adjustment, and massage therapy focuses on soft-tissue relaxation. Many patients combine services, and our team can recommend the right mix after your assessment.
We offer evening and Saturday appointments, and same-day or next-day openings are sometimes available. Call the clinic directly to check current availability.
Yes. We offer dedicated pelvic floor physiotherapy for bladder leakage, pelvic pain, and pregnancy or postpartum recovery, alongside general physiotherapy.
Registered physiotherapy, direct billing, and appointments that fit your schedule — right at Victoria Park & York Mills.
Monday to Friday 10am–8pm · Saturday 9am–5pm · Sunday closed
2231 Victoria Park Ave. Unit #5, Scarborough, ON M1R 1V8
