Why Root?
Hi there, my name is Sarah Eby. I'm a Physiotherapist, Yoga Instructor and the owner of Root Physiotherapy.
After years of studying and working in Toronto, treating a wide variety of patients in busy downtown clinics, I decided it was time for a change. Time to come back to my roots in Waterloo county, and a less hectic pace of life away from the big city.
My vision: to create a practice where people receive quality, one-on-one care from a skilled Physiotherapist who has your best interests at heart.
My mission: to get to the root cause of your issues so you can move well and be well for years to come.
Meet Sarah
she/her
Physiotherapist
FCAMPT
CIDN
Pilates Instructor
Yoga Instructor
I care about getting you better and helping you feel your best!
With every patient, I strive to get to the root of your issue, to resolve it efficiently, and to prevent you from suffering the same issue again in the future.
I am a Physiotherapist, a Yoga Instructor, Pilates Instructor and a life-long learner. I am passionate about understanding how the body works in all its complexity, and believe in treating the body as a whole. I took my first yoga class in 2013 to try a new "workout", and was soon hooked because of all the other benefits yoga offers – the mind body connection can be a powerful tool to promote healing. In 2018, I took my first Pilates class, as a fun thing to do with my Pilates-loving parents and it added the missing piece to my movement practice. Whether you are into yoga or pilates, or have never tried either one, I am passionate about using movement to help you move well, be well and age well.
I have a thirst for knowledge and constantly work at improving my physiotherapy expertise. After completing a Bachelor of Science at the University of Waterloo (2006) and a Master of Science in Physiotherapy at the University of Toronto (2009), I went on to complete a Master of Clinical Science, from Western University in 2015, becoming a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapy (FCAMPT). Prior to that, I completed a yearlong course titled the “Integrated Systems Model”, an approach that treats the body as a whole and looks at how areas far from your site of injury or pain can impact your recovery. I have also completed courses in acupuncture, Integrated Dry Needling (CIDN), and the McKenzie Method, a system of diagnosis and treatment that emphasizes patient empowerment and self-treatment.
Not only do I love my rewarding clinical work and direct patient care, I also truly enjoy teaching. Since becoming a physiotherapist, I have filled numerous teaching and mentoring roles for the Orthopaedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association and at the University of Toronto in the Master of Science in Physiotherapy Program, where I was once a student.
I aim to live an active lifestyle, moving and getting outdoors as often as possible. I love to cook and eat whole nutritious food, and connecting with family and friends is a priority. My current motto is “move, nature, nourish, sleep, connect” and so far it is serving me well!
Clinic Space
ROOT PHYSIOTHERAPY occupies a private treatment room, within a multidisciplinary clinic in Uptown Waterloo, ON
Services
Initial Assessment
A detailed and comprehensive physiotherapy assessment of your primary concern(s) in order to develop a clear orthopaedic diagnosis and craft an Individualized treatment plan. The first appointment includes treatment as time permits.
*Book an initial assessment if it is your first appointment with me, or you are returning for a new issue.
60 minutes at $140
90 minutes at $200
Have questions or want to see if we’re a good fit?
Schedule a FREE discovery call
Follow-up Physiotherapy Treatment
Each follow-up treatment session will start with a brief re-assessment. Depending on your specific diagnosis, goals and progress, each treatment session will vary and may include manual therapy, acupuncture, specific movement and strength training, individualized exercise prescription, postural retraining, and advice to help you promote your own recovery.
30 minutes at $80
45 minutes at $110
60 minutes at $140
90 minutes at $200
Clinical Yoga and Pilates
In addition to being a Physiotherapist, I am a Yoga Instructor and Pilates Instructor. Clinical Yoga or Clinical Pilates sessions might be the right fit for you if: you are returning to classes after an injury, have specific pilates movements or yoga poses you are working on, are new to yoga or pilates, or have any other specific goals that require an individualized treatment plan.
Each Clinical Yoga or Clinical Pilates treatment plan begins with a physiotherapy initial assessment, and can be billed as physiotherapy through your health benefits.
Virtual Appointments
All appointment types can be conducted online, using a secure video-conferencing platform within Janeapp. Work on your physiotherapy, pilates or yoga goals from the safety and comfort of your own home! All you need is a computer, tablet or smartphone and a stable internet connection.
30 minutes at $80
45 minutes at $110
60 minutes at $140
Patients who are new to Root Physio:
Please feel free to book a Free 15- minute Discovery Call as your first appointment. It is an opportunity to chat with me about your health concerns, goals, and whether physiotherapy is right for you before booking an assessment.
Discovery Call
Do you have questions about whether physiotherapy is right for you? Would you like to speak with me directly about your condition before booking online? I offer complimentary discovery calls. Book below.
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