Elaine Ruz

Elaine Ruz is a licensed physiotherapist and the owner of UniPhysio. She specializes in treating temporomandibular (TMJ) disorders, face and neck pain using hands-on therapy and BIOFLEX laser therapy.

She has been in practice for over 15 years, beginning with her residency training in Brazil at the Association for Assistance of Disabled Children (Associação de Assistência à Criança Deficiente).  

After immigrating to Canada in 2014, Elaine joined the physiotherapy team at West Park Healthcare Centre, focusing on neurological rehabilitation and helping patients recover from joint replacements.

In 2015, she opened Elaine Ruz Physiotherapy in Toronto, which soon became a thriving practice focused on treating patients with TMJ disorder and facial pain. Elaine uses a conservative, evidence-based approach to treating these challenging conditions, and has helped more than 1000 TMJ patients find pain relief.

In 2023, Elaine moved her practice to Oakville, expanding to include registered massage therapists and other physiotherapists. At UniPhysio, she continues to provide comprehensive, evidence-based treatment for TMJ disorders in a welcoming, compassionate setting.

Elaine is a devoted mother of two and enjoys skiing with her family, cooking, and crafts.

Areas of expertise

• TMJ Disorder

• Myofascial Pain Syndrome (facial pain)

• cervical spine treatment (neck and shoulder pain

• hip and knee replacement physiotherapy

• BIOFLEX laser therapy

Education

• BScPT, Parana North University, 2004, Brazil

Registration

Elaine is a registered physiotherapist in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario.