Physiotherapy on Main
Physiotherapy on Main, located in the heart of Ottawa, is a premier physiotherapy clinic with over 25 years of dedicated practice. Operating two convenient locations in Downtown (Physiotherapy on Kent) and Old Ottawa East (Physiotherapy on Main), we are committed to the mission of keeping you moving well throughout your lifetime. Our approach is deeply patient-centered, focusing on high-quality, one-on-one treatments that extend beyond the clinic through personalized education, advice, and home exercise programs.
We specialize in a wide range of conditions, including sports and running injuries, musculoskeletal issues, back and neck pain, sciatica, headaches, and post-surgical rehabilitation for joint replacements. Our experienced team, led by Director Joseph Federico and including specialists like Jeffrey Edwards and Aditi Prajapati, employs a "hands-on" methodology to help you recover faster and return to the activities you love. Whether you are an athlete or seeking relief from chronic pain, our goal is to improve your physical and mental well-being.
Our modern, barrier-free facilities are designed for your comfort, privacy, and safety, featuring private treatment rooms and advanced ventilation systems. We believe in a culture of healing and wellness, advocating for accessible healthcare for all ages and backgrounds. With a reputation built on kindness, skill, and efficiency, Physiotherapy on Main ensures you receive the best care to live your best life every day.
Opening hours
- sunday: (closed)
- monday: 10h-18h
- tuesday: 8:30-17h
- wednesday: 10h-18h
- thursday: 8:30-17h
- friday: 10h-16h
- saturday: (closed)
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Our comment from PhysioFinder.net about Physiotherapy on Main:
Recognized Excellence in Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy on Main has established a strong reputation in the Ottawa community, driven by the exceptional expertise of Dr. Joseph Federico and his skilled team, including Jeffrey Edwards. Patients consistently describe their experience as the "best" they have ever received, highlighting a professional environment where clinical excellence meets genuine compassion. The clinic operates across two convenient locations, serving a wide range of clients from serious athletes to older adults seeking to maintain their mobility and independence.
A Deeply Personalized and Educational Approach
What truly sets this clinic apart is the extensive time therapists invest in understanding each individual. Rather than relying on generic protocols, practitioners like Joseph and Jeff focus on thorough assessments to pinpoint the root cause of pain and dysfunction. Patients frequently praise the clear, logical explanations provided during sessions, noting that they leave with a solid understanding of their condition. The team ensures that every visit is productive by designing custom home exercise programs that are easy to follow and effective, empowering patients to take an active role in their recovery journey.
- Comprehensive initial assessments and continuous monitoring
- Clear, jargon-free explanations of injuries and treatment plans
- Customized home exercise routines to support progress between visits
- Use of advanced techniques such as ultrasound, IMS, and stretching
Expertise Across Diverse Health Needs
The clinic’s versatility is a major asset for the community. Dr. Federico’s extensive experience allows him to manage complex cases, including post-surgical rehab (such as ACL and knee reconstructive surgeries), chronic conditions like sciatica, and sports-specific injuries ranging from tennis elbow to running-related issues. The team’s knowledge extends to fitness goals and joint injuries, making them a trusted resource for athletes of all levels. Additionally, the clinic offers both in-person and online consultations, ensuring accessibility for those who need flexible care options.
Supportive Care and Outstanding Service
Beyond technical skill, the warm and personable nature of the staff creates a relaxing and encouraging atmosphere. Patients appreciate the compassionate care, noting that therapists genuinely care about their well-being and celebrate their milestones. From the friendly reception staff to the thorough treatments, the experience is described as professional, comfortable, and highly effective. With consistent praise for their honesty and dedication, Physiotherapy on Main stands out as a premier choice for anyone seeking reliable and compassionate physiotherapy care.
Physiotherapy on Main: Reviews
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Reviews on Google
5,0 out of 5 from 67 reviews
Fantastic experience: Dr. Joe is great!
Thank you! :) Best, Joseph
Fantastic experience: Professional and excellent care
Thank you, Ericka! Much appreciated! Best, Joseph
Fantastic experience: I’m very grateful for the care I received at Physiotherapy on Main. Joseph is attentive, compassionate, and truly takes the time to listen. I really appreciated the one‑on‑one treatment, his clear explanations, and the exercises he shared to help me progress. His knowledge, generosity, and support made a meaningful difference during a difficult time. I highly recommend him!
Thank you so much, Joelle! Hoping you feel better and better everyday! Best, Joseph
Fantastic experience: Joseph is incredibly knowledgeable. He’s explains everything in simple to understand logic and provides different exercises in rehabilitating muscles back to a pain free environment.
Thanks, Claudio! Your comments are words of encouragement and greatly appreciated. Hoping you're well. Best, Joseph
Fantastic experience: Joseph Frederico at Physiotherapy on Main ( Or on Kent: he works at both locations) is the absolute best. I could not recommend him more!
Thank you so much! I greatly appreciate your high praise and kind words. Best, Joseph
Fantastic experience: Excellent service. Very professional
Thank you so much! I'm glad to hear about your experience in the clinic. Best, Joseph
Fantastic experience: I'm very grateful to have found such a great physiotherapist. Joseph is attentive, knowledgeable and genuinely care about his patient's progress. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for an excellent physiotherapist.
Thank you so much, Carole! I'm very grateful for such a kind review. Best, Joseph
Fantastic experience: Professional, informative, and friendly service. Highly recommend
Amazing! Thank you very much, Colleen! Best, Joseph
Fantastic experience: Thorough, knowledgeable with clear communication. Joseph provided a functional treatment plan focusing on my specific needs.
Great to meet you! Thank you very much for the positive review. It is greatly appreciated! Best, Joe
Fantastic experience: Consistently the best health care I have ever received. I leave with a solid understanding of what's going on with my body, and how to treat it properly. Everything is explained thoroughly in a way that I've not experience before anywhere else. Joseph Federico is truly wonderful. Highly recommend.
Fantastic experience: Great clinic! Joe is knowledgeable, caring and compassionate.
Thank you so much, Naya! I really appreciate your kind words! "It takes one to know one," as is said! Best, Joe
Fantastic experience: I would highly recommend Joseph. He took the time to explain my injury in details and helped me understand how the treatments would help to heal my injury and how the exercises would begin to strengthen and build repair to my injured ligaments and muscles. I feel very encouraged that I will be able to achieve a full recovery at the age of 64 with Joseph's guidance and expertise.
Thank you so much, Barbara! I'm really appreciative for your kind words and positive review. Best, Joseph
Fantastic experience: Joseph listens, asks questions and is thoughtful about the course of action. He is extremely knowledgeable and gives easy to follow advice/exercises for healing. He is alway on time and the complimentary parking is so convenient . He has helped me multiple times over the past 10 years!
Thank you so much for your review! It is greatly appreciated! Always here to help when you need it. Best, Joseph
Fantastic experience: Helpful and knowledgeable staff. Jeff helped me through several issues.
Thank you very much for your review and for sharing your experience at the clinic. Much appreciated! Best, Joseph
Fantastic experience: Excellent service. Professional and comfortable.
Always a pleasure to see you, Warren, and to be a part of your return to full wellness! Best, Joseph
Fantastic experience: Excellent service by Joe. They took the time to listen, explained what was going on in a way I could understand. I highly recommend
Thank you, Abi! I greatly appreciate your kind words and your generous review. Best, ~ Joseph
Fantastic experience: Joseph was nothing short of outstanding with his attentive care and attention to treating my tennis elbow. His knowledge and experience is second to none.
WOW! Thanks, Neil! Much appreciated! Our goal is to get you back to doing what you love as quickly as possible. I very much hope that has been your experience. Best, ~ Joseph
Fantastic experience: Joseph Federico was very knowledgeable and extremely competent as well as good humoured. I give him a strong recommendation.
Fantastic experience: Excellent service received today! The issue I came in for was addressed with care, patience and results! Joseph went above and beyond to ensure my well-being and reduction of pain. It is my first visit with Joseph and I will definitely revisit when needed.
What a fantastic review to receive! Thank you so much! It was a pleasure to meet you. Best, Joseph
Fantastic experience: If you’re looking for an excellent physiotherapist visit Physiotherapy on Main! Can’t say enough about how knowledgeable Joseph was and how well he explained my issue and suggested treatments. Left feeling so much better with a personalized exercise routine and will return for follow up! Highly recommend.
Thank you so much, Robyn! Reviews like yours are truly lifting. Much appreciated! Best, Joseph
Fantastic experience: Post ACL reconstruction and I’m getting great feedback and support from Jeff and Lara. Very professional, helpful and knowledgeable.
Amazing feedback and review! Thanks, Brenda! You're in wonderful hands with Jeff and Lara.
Best, ~ Joseph
Fantastic experience: Consistently expert care on various issues over several years. Jeffrey Edwards has also helped with fitness goals.
Super feedback, Scott! We appreciate the review! Best, Joseph
Fantastic experience: Joseph Federico saw my knee when I came without MRI results - as those do not exist yet, have to wait. Joseph was able to narrow down the possible picture, give me the treatment and - most important - make sure I walk away with a strategy and the tactics: he helped me to identify the range of movement I can do without fear to harm, as well as supplied me with exercises that I need to do before we get the results of a future MRI. Joseph has also recommended me my next steps to do when I finally get the imaging results. I can see that Joseph Federico has a lot of experience in the physiotherapy field as well as in the Ottawa community of service providers that deal with joint injuries. The last but not the least: not only is Joseph a good professional but also has a positive and friendly personality. 5-star experience!
Thanks, Oxana! What great feedback! Very much appreciated. Here for you depending on next steps. Best, Joseph
Fantastic experience: I cannot express enough how grateful I am to have Jeff as my physiotherapist. He is a master at his craft. Both Jeff and Joe are hands down the best in the city. Professional, knowledgeable, experienced, and so personable.
Thank you, Ann! Jeff is indeed a Master at his craft and he is passionate about it, too! Your kind words and praise are greatly appreciated. Best, Joe
Fantastic experience: Appreciate the expert care and support offered by Joseph. For 2 years he has successfully helped me mitigate the life impact of my condition and navigate wider medical options. Feels like someone has my back!!
It's always my pleasure, Kelly. Thank you for your kind review! Best, Joseph
Fantastic experience: Knowledgeable, personable, .. always feel better after getting a treatment
Thanks, Nancy! I'm glad to hear it! Best, Joseph
Fantastic experience: It was a excellent treatment and diagnosis session for my knee pain. Joseph explained the issue I'm experiencing clearly and effectively. He provided some treatment and exercises for me to do. I was extremely happy with the friendly and professional appointment. I will definitely return for future sessions and recommend them to family and friends.
Thank you! What a great review! I'm glad to hear that you had such a positive experience. My pleasure. I hope you're feeling better! Best, Joseph
Fantastic experience: I had a very good experience with Dr.Jeffery today! His professionalism and effort in diagnosing the cause of my lower back pain, as well as providing me with exercises to do at home, are definitely commendable. I noticed significant improvement in my physical condition after just one session. Overall, I found my experience to be satisfying and effective.
Fantastic! Thank you so much for sharing your experience! Wonderful to know that you felt better after your first session! Best, Joseph
Fantastic experience: Very good experience getting physio for an ankle problem. Jeffrey was super helpful doing a thorough exam and worked right away to get my ankle feeling better after the first visit.
Fantastic to hear, Allison! Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. Best, Joseph
Fantastic experience: Physiotherapy on Kent and Physiotherapy on Main: 2 great locations and fantastic service. Joseph has guided me through rehab from way too many injuries over 20+ years and I'm glad to say that I'm still able (at my age) to push the limits of running, training, cycling, snowboarding and adventure travel because of he and his team at Physiotherapy on Kent/Main. I'll never go anywhere else and given my history I'm sure I'll be back. I'd go back even if for just the great conversations :)
Thanks, Marcel! If you can believe it, 2024 is 25 years of Physio on Kent! It's always a pleasure to see you. Always here when you need us. Wishing you the best, ~ Joe
Fantastic experience: Very good for the initial assessment, thanks to Joseph
Thanks for leaving a review! Much appreciated. And, my pleasure. Best, Joseph
Fantastic experience: A very relaxing atmosphere where attention feels personalized. A warm friendly greeting at reception. Jeff was very knowledgeable and professional.
Thank you so much, Carla! We have a wonderful team and clinic in Old Ottawa East, and grateful to be a part of the community. Wishing you well!
Fantastic experience: Jeff is the best physio I have ever had. Very competent. Takes the time to fully assess the problem and fins solutions!
Fantastic experience: My experience with Jeff at Main Physiotherapy has been very helpful and effective. He has gone beyond the call of duty and been very encouraging and compassionate. As I fully recover from my sciatica I can’t help but feel very grateful for his going the extra mile. Thank you Jeff!
Thank you, Nicole! We're glad to know that you're doing better!!! Jeff is one of a kind, and I'm privileged to be his colleague. We're grateful to be able to help, and for your kind words. Wishing you the best, Joseph
Fantastic experience: Jeffrey at Physiotherapy on Main is everything you could need in a Physiotherapist. He's extremely knowledgable, attentive, and supportive through your sessions. I've come away from my visits feeling better and equipped to continue with my progress on my own.
What an amazing review! We're so happy to hear that this has been your experience. This is our goal with every patient. Wishing you well. Best, Joseph
Fantastic experience: Super friendly staff, great location, and very accommodating. Joseph took his time with me and made sure that my comfort was a priority, he explained what was happening to my body with diagrams, and he gave me easy-to-do stretches for home. Highly recommend.
Thanks, Mark! What a fantastic review! Much appreciated. Best, ~ Joseph
Fantastic experience: I started going here for TMJ issues in the fall and Jeff has been amazing! The therapy and (easy and effective!) at-home exercises made an enormous difference. I've also received helpful advice for issues that have arisen with my foot and knee. The reception staff are also wonderful. I feel very cared-for here. Can't recommend this clinic highly enough!
An amazing review, Amy!!! Thank you! Best, Joseph Federico PT
Fantastic experience: As a runner, Jeff is my go-to physio to help treat any niggly (and not so niggly) issues that seem to crop up. His calm, intelligent and caring approach has turned what felt like very stressful situations into ones that are manageable and surmountable. Opening their second location in old Ottawa East has made it even easier for me to access his services.
That's an amazing review, Jane! Thank you! We feel fortunate to have such a great person and running expert like Jeff in the clinic. He brings a personal knowledge of running and athletics to his patient through his own background as a pole vaulter, track and field coach, and an avid runner himself.
We appreciate that you chose the clinic!
Fantastic experience: I came to see Jeff for some nagging ankle/shoulder injuries from running and basketball. During our session, he was efficient and informative. He recommended some easy-to-do, at-home exercises and even emailed videos after our session. Within 1-2 weeks, I was feeling stronger and running/playing with confidence. Highly recommend seeing Jeff and his team.
What a wonderful review!!! Thank you!!!
Fantastic experience: Jeff is a very kind and knowledgeable physiotherapist. Receptionist is very friendly. Very lucky to have this physiotherapy clinic right down my street!
Amazing review! Thank you so much! We're glad to be in the neighbourhood and we want to be your neighbourhood physiotherapy clinic. Best, Joseph Federico
Fantastic experience: Over the last several years, my husband and I have seen Joseph Federico for different pain issues and each time we have had them very successfully resolved. Joseph always performs a comprehensive assessment and thoroughly explains the nature of the problem. He has always been accurate in his diagnosis and on the treatment needed to correct it. Each time we have consulted him, the home exercise program he has designed for us has been easy to follow and has resolved the pain issues very quickly. Joseph is thorough, highly competent and very personable and we are extremely thankful for his expertise. We very highly recommend Physiotherapy on Main … and would give it more than a 5-Star rating if we could!
I'm smiling and tearing up at the same time! Very kind words. Always my pleasure to help, and even happier to hear success stories. This is what keeps driving us forward at the clinic. Thank you for sharing your experience! Best, Joseph
Fantastic experience: Very knowledgeable and willing to share it with me. I’m currently rehabbing a knee surgery just to go back for another reconstructive surgery and will definitely be going back.
Thanks so much for this feedback! Glad to hear that your experience has been positive! Best, Joseph Federico PT
Fantastic experience: I was visiting Ottawa and post knee surgery. My quads and hips were tight after lots of walking. Joseph was awesome. He did some stretching then ultrasound and IMS with heat. He gave me some homework which was great. I highly recommend this clinic.
Thanks, Diane! I'm glad I could help, even if for just a short time. Wishing you well! Best, Joe
Fantastic experience: Joseph is professional, kind, and makes an effort to keep me informed in terms of my ailment and treatment. I am also seeing consistent progress. I really appreciate my appointments with Joseph!
Thanks, Genvieve! Thanks for leaving a review. What a great boost on a Saturday! Best, J
Fantastic experience: Joe is great! I feel like every visit is a productive one, helping advance my recovery. Thanks
Thanks, Jerrid! Comments and sentiments like yours are what give me the passion for what I do. Your recovery is my goal. I'm glad to be a part of that. Best, Joe
Fantastic experience: Great experience with Joseph at Physiotherapy on Main.
Thank you very much, Averyl! I appreciate you taking the time to share a review.
Fantastic experience: As always Joseph Federico was amazing. Best physiotherapist in Ottawa! No other physiotherapist has been able to help my husband with his back problems like Joseph has. He has helped all of us with so many issues we had. No longer have them because of how much he has helped us! He is honest, friendly, professional and very knowledgeable. All great things to say about Joseph! You won't regret going to see him!
Thank you, Belen! You're words are very kind and humbling. It is always my pleasure to see you all, What makes me really happy is knowing that what we have done in the clinic has helped you feel better. Best, Joe
Fantastic experience: Always knowledgeable and professional.
Thanks, Maureen. Glad that we're here to help!
Fantastic experience: I've been seeing Joseph Frederico, great guy and very knowledgeable. Exercise plan seems to be working. Pain for my back is slowly getting better.
That's great to hear! I really appreciate that you took the time to share your experience and post a review. Best, Joe
Fantastic experience: wonderful experience at both the reception and the treatment!
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! Great to meet you today. It was a pleasure. We really appreciate that you chose the clinic! Best, Joe
Fantastic experience: Joseph was very personable and tried many different strategies to help reduce my pain! Highly recommend :)
Many thanks, Emma! Thank you so much for choosing the clinic! It was a pleasure to get to know you. Always here for you if you need us. Wishing you the best, - Joe
Fantastic experience: Had an online consultation. Thoroughly explained my problem. I feel I am on the path to getting better
Thanks, Leo! It was great to see you in our downtown location and to touch base again from our new location in Old Ottawa East. I'm glad to know that you found the sessions helpful! Here for you any time should you need to connect again! Best, Joseph
Fantastic experience: Joseph is a very professional & amazing physiotherapist. He thoroughly explained the process of his treatment. Joseph never left my care to take a message or telephone calls as he was totally focused on my injury and was motivated to make my injury heal. He genuinely cared for me as his patient making it his number one priority that I feel better. The clinic is very clean adhering to all Corvid regulations and quiet. I strongly recommend Physiotherapy on Main to anyone in need of Joseph Federico's services.
Wow! Thanks, Bruno! I really appreciate the feedback. Reviews like yours are validating and empowering. They compliment and compel. It's always great to see you, and I hope that what we've done in the clinic has helped push your recovery forward, faster. Thank you so much for leaving a review! Best, - Joe
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