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Lifemark Physiotherapy Portland Street

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(Inside Fit4Less) , 650 Portland Street
Dartmouth , NS B2W 6A3

Phone: 902-434-3759

Fax: 902-434-4135

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Languages spoken

  • English
  • French

Virtual Care Available

We are offering a variety of virtual care services. Call our clinic to learn more or to book an appointment.

Hours of operation

  • Mon:8:00am-8:00pm
  • Tue:8:00am-8:00pm
  • Wed:8:00am-8:00pm
  • Thu:8:00am-8:00pm
  • Fri:8:00am-4:00pm
  • Sat:Closed
  • Sun:Closed
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Our Lifemark Physiotherapy Portland Street clinic is conventially located in Dartmouth. We have a large parking lot with unlimited free parking and wheelchair accessible spaces. We are also accessible by bus route.

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Clinic information

Specialty programs

Cancer rehab

Concussion care

Pelvic health

Post COVID-19 Rehabilitation and Recovery

Additional services

Intramuscular stimulation (IMS)

Manual Lymphatic Drainage

Pre/Post Natal Care

Temporomandibular Joint Rehabilitation

Acupuncture

Comprehensive Cognitive Assessment (CBS)

Functional Dry Needling

Functional Testing

Work Conditioning/Hardening

Bracing

Craniosacral Therapy

Sport medicine

Myofascial Release Therapy

Nutrition

Orthotics

Osteopathy

Pain Management

Core services

Physiotherapy

Massage therapy

Occupational therapy

Kinesiology

Our philosophy

Lifemark Physiotherapy Portland Street is a multidisciplinary clinic located inside Fit4Less at 650 Portland Street in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. Our services include physiotherapy, osteopathy, massage therapy, occupational therapy, orthotics and bracing. 

On staff we have three physiotherapists, three registered massage therapists, two kinesiologists, a pedorthist, an osteopath, and an occupational therapist. 

The clinic

We are equipped with 10 physiotherapy and rehab treatment rooms and an in-clinic gym for patients. We also have access to the Fit4Less gym to progress our patients to an independent gym program that is safe and specific to their needs.

IFCs, ultrasounds, acupuncture/dry needling and laser therapy are a few of the modalities we have to offer you on the path to healing. Exercise balls, weights, and balance tools are located in our gym to meet your every need.  

More about our services

Our therapists listen to your concerns. An individualized treatment plan will be provided for your needs.

We treat everyday aches and pains, sport injuries, work-related injuries, as well as motor vehicle related injuries. Some of our specialty programs include Concussion and Cancer Care. Our goal is to educate patients on their body mechanics and provide a personalized approach specific to your needs.

We also offer bilingual services.

We have physiotherapists trained in acupuncture and dry needling, as well as physiotherapists trained in advanced manual and manipulative therapy, which is hands on joint manipulation/mobilization as well as advanced assessment and treatment techniques.

Muscle rebalance programs to correct faulty movement patterns that cause pain and dysfunction are also assessed by our physiotherapists, kinesiologists and massage therapists.

Our registered massage therapists have years of experience and clinical expertise. With massage techniques based heavily in myofascial release, our massage therapists have had great success in treating scar tissue and postural related conditions that can lead to chronic pain.   

Occupational therapists work with people of all ages and abilities who may experience obstacles in participation of daily activities. Our cccupational therapist offers various return-to work-services including work site visits, physical and cognitive demands analysis, job coaching, and ergonomic assessments.

The OT works to identify tasks which may be challenging for the employee to assist with return to work planning. Our occupational therapist also offers functional capacity evaluations, concussion and psychosocial assessments, cognitive evaluations and pediatric services. Our goal is to break down physical, cognitive and/or psychosocial barriers to promote health through occupation.

Have questions?

Call us at 902-434-3759 or email us at [email protected]

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Have questions?

Call us at 902-434-3759 or email us at [email protected]

Common conditions we treat

  • Arthritis

    Arthritis is the classifcation of approximately 200 rheumatic diseases and conditions that affect joints, the tissues that surround the joint, and other connective tissue, causing pain, stiffness and mobility challenges. Assessment and treatment from a physiotherapist and chiropractor may help relieve the pain and stiffness.

  • Concussion

    A concussion is a brain injury that has physical symptoms such as headache, nausea, sensitivity to light and sound, and cognitive and emotional affects, including brain fog, lack of mental focus and fatigue. Concussion care services can help both speed recovery and prevent future injury.

  • Frozen shoulder

    Frozen shoulder is a progressive condition that often starts with pain in the shoulder joint during basic movement. If the condition is left untreated, pain increases and mobility decreases. Physiotherapists can assess and develop a treatment plan.

  • Hand and wrist pain

    Hand, fingers and wrist pain can include symptoms such as tingling, numbness and weakness. The most frequent causes are carpal tunnel syndrome, injury or overuse. An assessment and treatment protocol by a physiotherapist can help.

  • Headaches

    Headaches can be caused by a variety of conditions and once assessed by a healthcare professional can be helped with physiotherapy treatment.

  • Herniated disc

    A herniated disc refers to a problem with one of the rubbery cushions (disks) between the individual bones (vertebrae) that stack up to make your spine. Chiropractic services can help with the associated pain and discomfort.

  • Knee pain

    Knee pain can be caused by bursitis, a torn tendon, ACL tear or injury and overuse. It is most frequently the result of osteoarthritis. Physiotherapy can help speed recovery.

  • Low back pain

    Low back pain is one of the most common patient complaints. It can result from arthritis, spinal stenosis, scoliosis, sciatica, injury or overuse. An assessment from a physiotherapist or chiropractor can help provide a diagnosis and treatment plan.

  • Muscle sprains and strain

    Muscles sprains and strains can result from sport or motor vehicle injuries, overuse or common activity. They can range to mild, moderate to severe requiring more intensive intervention. Physiotherapy and massage therapy can help speed recovery.

  • Neck pain

    Neck pain can result from poor posture, injury like whiplash, infection in the lymph nodes or throat, or a herniated disc. Physiotherapy, massage therapy or chiropractic treatment can help improve mobility and pain.

  • Posture issues

    Posture issues, or an excessively curved spine can result from hip, foot or neck/back joint issues, often from sitting improperly at work, standing for long periods, or common foot problems like fallen arches. Chiropractic services, or an assessment from an orthotist/pedorthist may help.

  • Post-surgery

    Complications following surgery can include pain, limited mobility, numbness and emotional issues. An assessment from a qualified physiotherapy along with a detailed treatment plan can help to alleviate post-surgery challenges.

  • Rotator cuff injuries

    The rotator cuff consists of four muscles that surround the shoulder blade (scapula), and help to hold the arm bone (humerus) in the shoulder capsule. It is easily injured by sport, repetitive use and common daily activity. Physiotherapists can help diagnose and treat symptoms.

  • Sports injuries

    Sport injuries can occur in weekend warriors to professional athletes, ranging from minor to acute. A treatment plan from physiotherapists and sport medicine physicians can help speed recovery and prevent future injury.

  • Chronic pain

Have questions?

Call us at 902-434-3759 or email us at [email protected]

Coverage options

Our clinic staff can help confirm your health insurance coverage. Your treatment may be partially or fully covered if you have extended health benefits, a worker's compensation claim, or were injured in a motor vehicle accident.

Coverage options available to you may include:

  • All third-party insurance
  • Extended health benefits
  • worker's compensation
  • Motor vehicle accident insurance

Reminder: we are cashless.

Please check your coverage in your company's extended health plan. Please note that for payment, all major credit cards, and debit.

Direct billing available

For your convenience, we offer you direct billing. Here are our participating insurers.

  • Canada Life
  • Chambers of Commerce
  • CINUP
  • Cowan
  • Desjardins Insurance
  • First Canadian Insurance Corporation
  • Group Health Benefits Solutions
  • Group Source
  • iA Financial Group
  • Johnson Group
  • Johnson Insurance
  • Manion
  • Manulife
  • Sun Life Financial

Have questions?

Call us at 902-434-3759 or email us at [email protected]

Virtual Care

therapist talking to client on ipadVirtual Care leverages video conference technology to provide services, including online physiotherapy, at a distance. Our video conference platform, built for healthcare professionals, allows you to consult a Lifemark clinician in the comfort of your own home.

A clinician can assess or treat you, evaluate your range of motion, recommend exercises, give you advice on pain and pain management and much more.  

Services from our specialty programs, such as pelvic health or concussion care, are also available through Virtual Care.

Secure, convenient online services

Virtual Care uses video conference technology to provide services at a distance that are private, secure and easy to use while giving you more flexibility by reducing travel time.

By removing accessibility and mobility barriers, Virtual Care ensures you can receive the care you need. Your privacy is protected through robust policies and safeguards and our clinicians are required to meet the same regulatory and legislative requirements and adhere to their respective Standards of Practice and Code of Conduct as they do for in-person services.

How it works

Before your appointment, you will receive a link to an online appointment session by email or text message. This link will take you to a video conference platform that will allow you to connect with your clinician and discuss your condition with them in real time.

You may be required to review and complete documentation before your appointment, which will be sent to you ahead of time.

For more information about our Virtual Care service, click the button below.

Learn more

(Inside Fit4Less), 650 Portland Street, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, B2W 6A3, CA

Have questions?

Call us at 902-434-3759 or email us at [email protected]