Neck Pain Physiotherapy in the Toronto Annex
Reviewed by Shannon Littlejohn Burnes, Registered Physiotherapist (FCAMPT) · Updated November 2026
Resilience Physio is conveniently located just a 3 minute walk south of TTC Spadina Subway Station and are adjacent to the Miles Nadal Jewish Community Centre (JCC) and proudly serves the Midtown and Downtown Toronto areas.
Quick facts
How much does physiotherapy cost?
An initial assessment is 60 minutes and costs $170. Follow-up visits are $105 for 30 minutes, $150 for 45 minutes and $185 for 60 minutes.
Is it covered by insurance?
Physiotherapy is covered by most extended health plans. We don't bill insurers directly: you pay at your visit, and we give you a receipt to submit to your plan.
Neck Pain Treatment in the Toronto Annex
Neck pain has a way of shaping your day before you even realize it. You may rub your neck at your desk, struggle to shoulder-check while driving, or wake up stiff after a poor night’s sleep.
At Resilience Physiotherapy in the Toronto Annex, we provide neck pain physiotherapy grounded in advanced orthopaedic training and evidence-informed care. Our goal is to identify what is driving your symptoms and help you move, work and sleep comfortably again. Care is delivered one-on-one by experienced Registered Physiotherapists, including clinicians with FCAMPT-level training in orthopaedic manual therapy. No doctor’s referral is needed.
What Causes Neck Pain?
Neck pain often develops from prolonged screen use, forward head posture, stress-related muscle tension, prior injuries such as whiplash, or joint irritation that limits rotation and extension. Weakness in the upper back or shoulder blades can increase strain on the cervical spine, and headaches associated with neck dysfunction are also common.
How Can Our Physiotherapists Help?
We all have different skill sets but here is a list of some of the main tools that we will utilize when treating you and your neck pain.
Hands On Manual Therapy: joint mobilization and soft tissue work
Posture & Movement Retraining, including workstation setup
Strengthening & Stability Training for the deep neck and upper back muscles
IMS/Dry Needling
Acupuncture
Clinical Pilates Physiotherapy
Typical diagnoses/symptoms that we treat:
Stiff neck
Neck pain from desk and screen work
Whiplash and neck pain after a car accident
Headaches that start in the neck
Pain between the shoulder blades
Pain, pins and needles or tingling into the arm
Pain when turning your head
As movement improves, everyday tasks like shoulder-checking, looking up or a long day at your desk become easier, and education and retraining give you practical strategies to manage your neck long term.
If you want to get started with treatment today, start with a discovery call!
Neck pain: common questions
How long does a stiff neck last?
Many stiff necks settle within a few days to a couple of weeks. If yours keeps coming back, limits how far you can turn your head, or is not improving after a week or two, a physiotherapy assessment can find out what is keeping it irritated.
Can physiotherapy help with headaches that come from my neck?
Yes. When headaches are linked to neck stiffness or muscle tension, treatment that improves neck mobility and strengthens the deep neck and upper back muscles may reduce how often headaches occur and how intense they are.
Can physiotherapy help after whiplash or a car accident?
Yes. After a medical check confirms there is no serious injury, physiotherapy helps restore neck movement gradually, rebuild strength and reduce lingering pain and stiffness.
When should I see a doctor first?
See a doctor or go to emergency before booking physiotherapy if your neck pain follows a significant fall or accident, or comes with a sudden severe headache, dizziness, fever, trouble swallowing or speaking, loss of strength or coordination, or numbness in both arms or legs.
Do I need a doctor's referral?
No. In Ontario you can book directly with a physiotherapist. Some insurance plans ask for a referral before they reimburse you, so check your plan.
Lower back pain or sciatica?
If your main concern is your lower back, or pain travelling into your leg, visit our Sciatica & Low Back Pain Physiotherapy page.
How long does a stiff neck last?
Our blog walks through why necks get stiff, how long it usually takes to settle, and simple things you can do at home in the meantime. You can also find the link to book a session with one of our skilled Physiotherapists to help you get moving comfortably again!
