My Experience with Erin Mills Sports Medicine

I came to see Kevin Fairfield at Erin Mills Sports Medicine after the small plane I had been traveling in, while on family vacation in Africa, crashed and burned in the mountains of Uganda. Miraculously, we all survived, but I suffered a compression fracture of my lower back and a shoulder injury. Quite frankly, every joint in my body was feeling the impact of the crash. Kevin had successfully treated a shoulder problem I had several years ago when many others had given up on it, so I knew that he could help me.

When I saw Kevin after the accident, I was in constant pain. Performing daily activities with my left arm and shoulder was either difficult or impossible, and always painful. My back hurt when I walked, stood, sat, rolled over or traveled. The pain got worse as the day progressed so that standing to cook dinner each night was agonizing.

Kevin recognized that my entire body had been traumatized by the crash. I was not simply a bad shoulder and a bad back. He believed that the source of some of my pain could be traced to other areas of my body, and in order to recover, these parts needed to be treated, too. Kevin's "whole body" approach was very effective in my case. Over time, I experienced a steady improvement all over my body.

While in Kevin's care, I always felt that he was my partner in recovery. He has always been patient, positive and full of encouragement. In this partnership, he has done his part as an experienced physiotherapist during our weekly sessions, and I have had a role to play as well, -exercise. As our appointments progressed, Kevin instructed me in a series of exercises that are not yet widely used in North America. These special exercises improved my strength and flexibility and also alleviated pain. Doing the exercises at home was empowering as they gave me a way to manage pain anywhere, anytime, on my own and without drugs.

Under Kevin's care my quality of life has improved dramatically. I am no longer in constant pain. My shoulder is strong and has full range of motion. My back has regained strength, stamina and flexibility, and I can now do most of the activities that I did before the accident. I have just returned from another family holiday, -this one to Italy. While there, I walked the cobble stoned streets of Rome for hours on end and climbed the hills of Tuscany, all without difficulty. For this, I say a huge thank you to Kevin, and to the other wonderful staff at Erin Mills Sports Medicine who have all been so supportive. Kevin's considerable skill and enlightened approach to treatment have restored my sense of well-being and helped me regain my life.

Julie S.

I am always looking forward to go to the clinic.  They are very friendly and the services are excellent!  My sons and I have been dealing mostly with Kevin Fairfield for various injuries.  Some were easy to fix and some were a little more tricky but Kevin always make sure that he is thorough with his treatment and follows up above and beyond the call of duty. His various techniques (acupuncture, manipulative treatment and physiotherapy) ensure that you get the best care for whatever problem is ailing you!  I have recommended Kevin to many people in the last few years and everyone has been pleased and obtained relief from their pains and so have we!!!

Marjolaine D.

I have been a patient at the clinic for almost two years and would not consider going anywhere else.  Kevin is an exceptionally skilled and compassionate physiotherapist who has helped me improve my mobility and is helping me work towards being pain free, following a major boating accident.

Mary D.

Last year after suffering chronic lower back and hip pain, further aggravated by Plantar Fasciitis (heal pain) I went to my Family Doctor in desperate need of help. He referred me to Erin Mills Sports Medicine and Physiotherapist Kevin Fairfield.   I had tried chiropractic but it produced only limited relief.  After a thorough diagnosis and treatment by Kevin and Dr.Chris Woollam, I was able to resume my active lifestyle (gym, cycling & golf).  I am very impressed with their professionalism, personal attention and dedication to staying on the cutting edge of treatment modalities.  I have since referred several friends to the clinic, including my wife, all of whom have found relief from nagging pain.  Thanks guys for helping me to smile again.

Tony L.