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Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) is a highly effective treatment for chronic muscle pain and soft tissue injuries. Using fine needles (the same as acupuncture needles), IMS targets tight muscle bands that contribute to pain and dysfunction. Unlike traditional acupuncture, IMS focuses on physical signs rather than energy pathways.

Common conditions treated with IMS include headaches, back pain, tennis elbow, frozen shoulder, and muscle spasms. The needle insertion itself is usually painless, but when the needle reaches a supersensitive muscle, you may experience a brief cramp-like sensation, followed by muscle relaxation. Over time, the cumulative effects of IMS can help ease pain, improve muscle function, and promote healing.

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What We Offer

Why Choose Balance

One of our core beliefs at Balance Physiotherapy is that movement helps keep us healthy and contributes to our overall happiness.

Experienced

Our physiotherapists have decades of combined experience. 

Effective

We provide high-quality healthcare and use a wide range of hands-on skills to provide simple, effective solutions.

Collaborative

We strive to collaborate with you in order to return you to a balanced, active lifestyle.

Personalized

We offer individualized treatment and exercise programs in a clean and bright private setting.

What Our Clients Say

Sharon Spinder has been a lifesaver in my total knee replacement rehab journey. She’s kind, compassionate and most important…she’s knowledgeable. She pushed me beyond what I thought was possible, and I’m so grateful for that. Her sincere encouragement along the way helped me stay focused and dedicated to my rehab. I highly recommend Sharon Spinder and Balance Physiotherapy!
Shelley Civkin
I started going to Balance Physio about two years ago and really appreciate the depth of understanding these guys have for what they do. In my last visit, Sharon did a pretty incredible review of some pain and mobility issues I was having in my neck and shoulder from weights and training. Huge help, life saver and really key in getting me back on track. 100% would recommend Sharon and Jeff. Great clinic.
Jeff Appelbe
Sharon is attentive, professional, personable and has great listening skills; she has been treating me for 3.5 years. I enjoy having her for the full appointment as at a number of other clinics, I’ve been left strapped to a machine or one of many patients treated at the same time. There are no cookie cutter treatments and Sharon has a number of techniques in her tool belt of treatments. I highly recommend her for acute and chronic ailments as well as rehabilitation.
Shan G.
I really enjoyed my experience at Balance Physio. Sharon was efficient, effective, and educational! I learned about a connection between my foot strength and my pelvis position, and as a runner this insight is game-changing! Thanks for making my leg work better, Sharon. I'll definitely be back for ongoing pre-habilitation work to improve my training!
Pax Frias
Sharon is absolutely amazing! She recently helped me with some knee pain I was dealing with from kickboxing. She did an extremely thorough assessment, as well as treated me using a combination of IMS and Acupuncture. She is incredibly knowledgeable and I have have sent several of my own clients to her as well! 10/10 would recommend Sharon and Balance Physiotherapy.
Judah Ratzlaff