After tearing my knee, I was looking for someone who had experience treating grappling related injuries. Lu Strength & Therapy was recommended to me, and since then, I've worked with James several times over the years. James and his team are professional, knowledgeable, and very easy to contact whether it's setting up an appointment or answering any questions regarding an injury or strength and conditioning. James is always very thorough when evaluating my injuries and has always taken his time to educate me on every aspect of the treatment. It can be difficult sometimes to remember all the details of the exercises done throughout treatments, and I've always appreciated the follow-up emails that always provide step by step videos of the exercises and a written plan of how to get me back to moving pain free. Apart from the treatment itself, James is very personable and great to talk with. I think it's important for clients to feel comfortable throughout their treatment, and based on all of the other reviews here I can see he's done a good job at that!

Been seeing James along with the other practitioners (Rudy - chiropractor, and Chi-Hai - physiotherapist) since 2013. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for massage therapy whether for maintenance, rehab or recovering from an injury. I appreciate the high quality of care from James, including prescribed exercises post treatment to help with rehab even outside of the clinic. On top of that, James’ coaching services is excellent too and his gym has some of the highest quality equipment you won’t find at any commercial gym. Whether you’re an athlete or not I still recommend Lu Strength and Therapy.

Working with James has been nothing short of amazing. Through just a few short questions, he's able to 100% nail whatever issue it is I'm having and the exercises he prescribes have me feeling better in usually 2 weeks or less. As someone who has been competing in powerlifting for a decade and always needing to be on my game, this is invaluable to me. Highly, highly recommend James to anyone who has something troubling them! No 6 month scam plans or other money grabbing tactics like at other places, just honesty and real results in my experience!

My experience over the last few months with Lu Strength & Therapy have been truly phenomenal. Lu is extremely personable and an infinite source of knowledge. The attention to detail that comes with the treatment with the added transparency creates such great experience keeping me excited to come back! The take home strength and mobility workouts Lu uniquely curates for you are very enjoyable and highly effective. After years of jumping between various practitioners and my shoulder problems only exponentially worsening, within 2 appointments I felt confident that Lu’s approach would get me to where I needed to be and few months later, I was correct. To add, the appointment pricing to time spent with Lu has been better than anywhere else I’ve been. I genuinely couldn’t recommend a facility more!

I've been visiting Lu Strength &Therapy for over 2 years for my massage and chiropractor needs and have nothing but good things to say about James and his staff! James and his team are extremely knowledgeable and thorough with each session. They take the time to explain the treatment sessions and to educate you on how to improve yourself outside of the clinic. James and his staff are top notch and highly recommend the clinic their services!

I’ve been going to James for 3+ years now and I can confidently say that he is hands down the best sports focused RMT I’ve ever been to. Whenever I visit, I can always trust that my issues will be resolved. He’s friendly, knowledgeable, and has the coolest dog ever. 10/10 would recommend.

I've recently started seeing the team at Lu Strength & Therapy for massage, chiropractic, and physio and I can't recommend them enough. Everyone is very professional and knowledgeable of their specialty. They are able to address the areas that need work to get you back to 100%. The team also has experience with contact sports, climbing, and various lifting styles, so they're able to assist you with injury prevention. Each time I visit I also get a great conversation, which may not seem to be something to consider, but enjoying your treatment and the people working with you is extremely important. Each practitioner also provides you with exercises to work on at home so that you continue to improve, and you can even work with the team to design a custom program you can follow. Aside from the provided types of therapy available, you may also receive unofficial doggie therapy from Lexi. Not only are you taking care of your physical health, your psychological/emotional health is also getting well deserved attention :)

I’ve known James for years. I only stopped going to him because of my driving distance to his clinic but I make the sacrifice now as he truly understands the needs Of his patients And the sporting activity they do…. So it’s worth the drive! James Is extremely detailed in his assessment and advice. He will put you on a specific program tailored to your needs. The focus is on the client to do the work. I am very satisfied, and I highly recommend you give him a chance.

As a chiropractor that also struggles with chronic pain myself, James is the best strengthening coach I've found to help with my ongoing pain problems. His solid knowledge about structural stability and mobility has opened my eyes about the role that rehab plays in therapy and in fitness. James is also super creative with exercise prescription, his instruction are easy to follow and results are immediate. Learning from him has made me healthier in my body and even made me a better chiropractor in my own practice. Highly recommend this place to anyone who is looking for easy to follow solutions to your rehab needs in a relaxed clinic environment

To me what separates James from other therapists I have worked with is the knowledge base and his focus on injury prevention. Powerlifting carries tons of risk for injuries and I am glad James can help me continue on my hobby without suffering from debilitating injuries. The exercises he gave me to do after our sessions helped me a ton in strengthening stabilizers that translated to extra pounds on the rack. I work with him about once a month and he's been great at pin-pointing what I need to feel better and perform better. Highly recommended.

I have been seeing James since August 2021 and had always an excellent experience when attending Lu strength. I started seeing James as I wanted some guidance with my training to make the most out of them. I appreciate that he has taken the time to truly listen to my concerns and focus our sessions based on my specific goals and limitations. He has made me feel part of this process, as if we are truly working in this together. He has been fantastic at easing me through the baby steps and has made me realize that some fears I had were just in my mind and he has guided me through them so that overcoming them hasn’t become challenging, it has been fun! James has always worked within my comfort level. He is great at understanding that one little thing that you need to modify in your training to maximize results. He truly understands biomechanics not only from a theoretical aspect, but he is great at translating that into whatever that means for your own body. Not only has James been understanding and respectful of what place training has in my life but he has inspired me to push my limits. I consider him a great source of knowledge, who has gained my trust immediately. Thanks James! Looking forward to our next session.

Rudy is professional, friendly and knowledgeable. He was very thorough with my initial assessment. He took the time to explain what/why he was doing throughout the session. Not only is he a Chiropractor but a Registered Massage Therapist as well!! By the end of the session I felt better and knew I was in good hands. Looking forward to the next session and continuing with my treatment plan. Highly recommend Rudy and Lu Strength & Therapy, you won't be disappointed.

Chi Hai (physiotherapist) and Rudolfo (massage therapist) did a wonderful job treating my back muscle pain and training me on exercises that will help me avoid any injury in the future. They are very educated, they know what they are doing and they truly care about their patients. I recommend anyone with back pain to try them. Five star reviews say it all.

First time at Lu Strength and overall an excellent experience. My first session was with Chi and he walked me through all the proper steps in order to get myself back into full shape. He was very informative and knowledgeable on the situation and made things as comfortable as possible. He’s a great guy and I’d highly recommend your next physiotherapy session with Chi if you get the chance!

If you're looking for someone to understand, fix and strengthen issues regarding injury, mobility or general knowledge as to why you are feeling pain, discomfort or regular soreness, James is the one to see. I have been going to James for roughly 3 years now for my powerlifting injuries and more recently for my every day mobility limitations. I have never been disappointed in a session. He is very educated and provides amazing results to strengthen the areas to minimize or rid any further problems down the line. Whether you are a powerlifter, any underlying issues or any athlete looking for physio, I highly recommend coming to Lu Strength Therapy. It is an absolute game changer and will even boost your confidence in your training knowing you are being treated by experts who care and guide you to come out of it stronger and better! On top of that, very friendly atmosphere and fun sessions!

What sets Lu Strength & Therapy apart is the level of care and attention they provide. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with a warm and friendly atmosphere that instantly put me at ease. The team is incredibly knowledgeable and skilled. They exceeded my expectations in terms of expertise, professionalism, and customer service. I would highly recommend them to anyone in need of physiotherapy services.

Went to Lu Strength and Therapy for some back pain issues. James is professional, knowledgeable and skillful. He took the time to listen to my concerns and explain why I was having pain. He not only taught me exercises to practice on my own but also made sure I was doing them right. I had pain relief right after the appointment and I still do the exercises he taught me. I highly recommend coming here for the professional and effective service. Bonus points for his cute and very well-trained doggy Lexi!

When I hurt my back working out improperly a few years ago, James was wonderful at providing massage and most importantly, teaching me exercises that would help me regain my range of motion. Even though I was a total newbie to working out, James made things very easy and sustainable for me to do even with a busy schedule. He is such a patient and thorough teacher. I'm so glad I was able to receive his help and would recommend to anyone!!

I've had 2 sessions with Dr. Ben so far to help with my neck/shoulder pain. In passing I also mentioned I had hip pain and couldn't sit in a car for more than an hour. He showed me 1 stretch that I did for 3 days and was immediately able to drive 12 hours in 1 day from Toronto to St.Louis and then 12 hours back 2 days later. I'm going to continue working with him to fix my neck/shoulder as we have made good progress!

James has helped me a lot in correction of my posture and form. He identifies the problem from our description and from the form which we perform while doing an exercise. His knowledge and wide exposure in the field makes us feel like we r in best hands. I would highly recommend having a visit to the Lu Strength and therapy.

I've been coming to Lu Strength & Therapy and as always the equipment and facility is well maintained, clean, and looks great! That aside, my experience with James has been wonderful. He is a really kind, welcoming person who also has a lot of helpful knowledge about strengthening and any forms of pain. Great experience!

I go here when I'm absolutely rekt, and usually try to go here once a year. I've been coming here for over 8 years and I always come in for a different problem with my back. I usually go to a local/nearby massage therapist, but when I destroy my back, no one else seems to be able to fix my issue. I make sure I take time off and drive the distance to make it here to get myself healed. While I live far away, the travel time is worth it in the end. Not only does my back pain go away, I'm also educated on what I'm doing wrong, how to prevent issues from happening in the future, and learn new types of exercises to improve my health. Definitely check out Lu Strength & Therapy, especially for back pain.

I originally came to Lu Strength Therapy about a year ago because of a shoulder injury. The team is super friendly and they have great facilities. Chi Hai is extremely knowledgeable and helped me recover and strengthen my shoulder very quickly. He tailors your recovery plan to you, providing multiple variations of exercises and gauges their effectiveness for you specifically. I kept coming back afterwards to work on overall mobility and Chi Hai helped me identify the things I needed to improve for my lifestyle. Whether it be the gym, bouldering, basketball or just recovering from sitting at a desk job all day, Chi Hai has helped me target and improve multiple weaknesses over the last year. My sessions are fun, challenging and extremely rewarding. Even without any injuries, I'm going to be coming back to Lu Strength Therapy constantly!

I had an amazing experience working with Rudy. Rudy not only addressed all my issues, but tailored the solutions in a way which best suits my body and needs. He is incredibly passionate and educational. The entire session was very pleasant, effective and motivating. I look forward to working with him and the future and highly recommend Lu Strength & Therapy :)

James has been working with me on my neck and back issues after experiencing chronic pain due to house renovations and some degenerative discs. He's super knowledgeable given his background and the massage therapy and exercise homework he's given me have helped tame my symptoms. I still have some work to do to strengthen my neck and back to prevent my flair ups but I know I'm in good hands. You could pay any RMT for a massage but the knowledge and education provided by James is much more valuable in the long term.

James is the best in the business. Been working with him for over 6 months now and my body has never felt better. His knowledge and expertise allows him to map out the perfect rehab/exercise plan for healing any injury. I can proudly say that through James's guidance, I am no doubt better than my previous 100%. Highly highly recommend Lu Strength!

James is very patient, attentive and great with his hands. He will answer all of our questions, making us feel very comfortable with the treatment he provides. I completely trust him and is the only person I would recommend whenever someone needs help. He's conveniently located in Scarborough, minutes away from the 401 and Scarborough Town Centre. His clinic is very clean and very covid safe. The front staff is very friendly and bubbly which is very inviting. She makes me feel at ease the moment I step foot in the door. Overall, amazing experience and highly recommended!

After going to multiple places for my shoulder, it wasn't until I went to Lu Strength and Therapy where I started to move pain free. It was important to me that a place understood the type of movement that caused the injury as they are able to empathize on how it happened. The experience that Lu Strength and Therapy gave them an extensive knowledge of the injuries I had and how it happened. They created a personalized recovery plan specific to you and your ability. The recovery plan consists of manual therapy and take home exercises to work on which helped gain back full movement in my shoulder. Their staff are all personable, accommodating, and they are just a joy to work with.The hour flew by way too quick because of the Lexi, the therapy dog!

I've been to Lu Strength & Therapy a handful of times now and I can say that their team of professionals are friendly, knowledgeable, and dedicated. I have visited the facility for massage therapy, physio, and chiro. Each time I visit, I know that I can expect the facility to be clean and well taken care of, as well as a welcoming atmosphere created by the whole team. The individuals who work at Lu Strength & Therapy are all dedicated to their craft as well as helping each individual strengthen themselves to improve longevity. When they give me exercises to do, I know they took the time to really figure out which ones would be the most beneficial for me. They are all super great practitioners and I can't recommend them enough! :)

This was the type of treatment I was exactly looking for. I’ve been working with James for 7-8 months now for massage therapy as well as strength & conditioning training to compliment my movements. It’s been very great to work with a therapist who understand Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and is able to analyze my movements in order to eliminate pain and perform better. James is also very patient and takes the time to explain what he is doing so I leave with a better understanding of my body and how they work. I would definitely recommend Lu Strength and Therapy to anyone looking to reduce pain or improving their body for optimal performance!

Would highly recommend. Extremely clean and hygienic. Very friendly staff. I saw James for physio exercises and rehab following my 2nd knee surgery and within a month it is the quickest I have recovered and my leg has never felt stronger. James’ methods and philosophy are truly the key for those who are looking for the “secret sauce”. He really is correct when he says that movement is medicine!

Have seen James for massage, and Shashi for physio. Both great at what they do. Have already recommended them to others. Always a pleasure going in for treatment.

James is the best. I’ve been through a lot of various treatments over the years and he’s one of the only practitioners I’ve met who is amazing at explaining a full treatment plan - from in-session therapy to rehab exercises at home. It’s obvious that he takes his craft incredibly seriously and always has his patients best interests at heart. Highly recommended. Bonus is that you get to meet his super cute dog.

James is very passionate and it shows in his work ethic. After a thorough examination, James will explain what he observed and will explain the mechanics behind what is causing the issue/s. He will explain the reasonings behind the techniques he will employ and takes the time to answer any questions you may have. You will be leaving with homework however, as there's only so much rehab can resolve in a session. The rest will be up to you, and James will follow up. The assistant dog (Lexi) is a very good and obedient girl and is always there to welcome new and returning clients. As a bonus, Lu Strength is dog friendly, and there's a dog park right beside the building for your fur baby to explore.

I am very happy with the physio service I get from here. My go to is James, every sports or work related injury I’ve gotten has been fixed from his massage therapy and at home exercises he gives me. Very clean and efficient place. Highly recommend !

I've been to many physio clinics in the past and without a doubt James has been the most effective practitioner. He takes his time to identify the root cause of muscle pain and provides detailed exercise plans to correct issues and applies massage therapy techniques that alleviate pain. 100% satisfied customer and highly recommended!!!