Shoulder pain with bench or overhead press: when to see a physio?
Shoulder pain keeps returning when you press? Learn when to seek assessment, what to change at the gym, and how a return-to-lifting plan is reviewed.
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Harrison Zhang, MScPT · Registered Physiotherapist
One-to-one care for pain, sports injuries and active recovery.
BOOK AN ASSESSMENTMARKHAM PHYSIOTHERAPY
Harrison Zhang, MScPT, is an Ontario Registered Physiotherapist providing one-to-one care at Space Wellness in Markham. Assessment and treatment are available for sports injuries, back and neck pain, knee and shoulder conditions, post-operative rehabilitation and return to sport, combining hands-on treatment and progressive exercise.
Appointments are available in English, Mandarin Chinese and Cantonese. If you are looking for a Chinese-speaking physiotherapist in Markham, you can discuss symptoms, treatment and home exercises directly with Harrison in your preferred language.
Harrison also practises at NTO in North York. Patients from Richmond Hill can compare both locations and choose the appointment that suits their journey.

MY APPROACH
Harrison Zhang is an Ontario Registered Physiotherapist with UK NHS experience and a Master of Science in Physiotherapy from Oxford Brookes University. He combines hands-on treatment, targeted exercise and clear education to help patients reduce pain, restore movement and return to the activities that matter.
MEET HARRISON
01 · ASSESS & RESTORE
A detailed assessment looks beyond symptoms to understand the factors affecting your movement. Your plan may include manual therapy, progressive exercise, activity modification and education.

02 · HANDS-ON CARE
When clinically appropriate, hands-on treatment can help reduce pain and sensitivity, improve mobility and create a more comfortable window for movement. Treatment may include joint mobilization, therapeutic massage and soft-tissue techniques, acupuncture or dry needling—always paired with active exercise and progressive rehabilitation.


03 · REBUILD & PERFORM
Rehabilitation should prepare you for real life—not just the treatment table. Build strength, control and confidence with a progressive plan tailored to your sport, work and personal goals.
MARKHAM LOCATION
Private physiotherapy care within Space Wellness, with dedicated areas for assessment, Pilates-based movement and progressive strength rehabilitation.
2800 John Street, Unit 21
Markham, Ontario L3R 0E2



EXPLORE CARE
Learn about Harrison's clinic locations and focused rehabilitation services. Each page includes practical details, what to expect and the most appropriate way to book.
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Read articleQUALIFICATIONS
PATIENT EXPERIENCE
Thoughtful physiotherapy is not only about reducing symptoms. It is also about helping patients understand their bodies and feel confident moving forward.
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★★★★★ · PUBLIC GOOGLE REVIEW
While I was weeding my backyard, I accidentally twisted my left lower back and hip. Harrison diagnosed the issue, provided timely treatment, and also taught me how to relieve the pain on my own. Two months later, I have fully recovered. Many thanks to Harrison.