Sonya Romanowski

Sonya Romanowski Sonya Romanowski - DOMP, D.Sc.O., Int'l DipCO, RMT, B.Sc.

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Osteopathic Manual Practitioner
Canine & Equine Osteopath
Registered Massage Therapist

Providing osteopathic manual therapy for people and their pets to the Niagara Region. Available for Appointment!
12001 King Road, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6S6

www.niagaraosteo.com

Credentials:
Registered Osteopathic Manual Practitioner
Registered Massage Therapist

Education:
Diploma in Science of Osteopa

thy & Diploma in Osteopathy Manual Practice from the Canadian College of Osteopathy
Bachelors in Honours Kinesiology from the University of Waterloo
Diploma in Massage Therapy from Ontario College-Health & Technology

Between strongman events… I took a very important break 🐾💪In my spare time when I am not helping people, dogs or horses,...
04/13/2026

Between strongman events… I took a very important break 🐾💪

In my spare time when I am not helping people, dogs or horses, I compete in Strongman! Over the weekend,
my friend came by to say hi with 🥹 and with my friends consent, that turned into a quick osteo session 💖

Ping is an angel. She is a trained therapy dog and exudes calm energy. She had a bit of tightness through her hip flexors and low back, nothing major, but enough to benefit from some gentle hands-on work. After just a few minutes, you could see her completely soften and settle 😌

👉 Swipe to the end to see just how relaxed she got
These are my favourite moments—helping her feel better, even in the middle of a busy, chaotic day.

If your dog could use a little extra care (or you just want to see them melt like this), you can book a canine osteopathic treatment through the link in my bio or send me a message 🐶✨

04/10/2026

Watch closely—you don’t want to miss this. 👀

Right around the 5s mark, you can see the horse begin to soften and relax as restriction through her neck is reduced..

Watch for the signs:
✨️Softening through the mouth and tongue
✨️Licking and chewing
✨️Even yawning

These are indicators that the nervous system is shifting and the horse is beginning to let go.

The neck and head play a major role in balance, tension, and performance—yet they’re often overlooked

This is why we assess the entire system, not just where symptoms show up.

👉 Save this so you know what to look for in your own horse.

04/07/2026

Small joint, BIG impact 🐴✨

The coffin joint (also known as the pedal joint) plays a critical role in your horse’s movement, balance, and overall performance.

It’s the final (or initial) point of force absorption every time your horse takes a step — meaning it’s constantly under load.

When this joint loses mobility or becomes restricted, you may start to notice subtle changes:

• shortened stride
• stiffness or resistance
• difficulty with collection or transitions
• uneven movement or “just not quite right”

Because it’s so small and hidden within the hoof capsule, issues here are often overlooked — but they can have a ripple effect throughout the entire limb and body.

✨ In this video, you can actually see the coffin joint’s mobility improve with hands-on osteopathic treatment. Not only does it flex and extend, but it also has subtle side-to-side motion — creating a smooth, circular movement (called circumduction) that’s essential for healthy, fluid stride mechanics.

Through gentle osteopathic techniques, we can help restore motion, improve circulation, and support proper biomechanics from the ground up.

Don’t ignore the small things — they matter the most💫

📍Niagara & surrounding areas
📩 DM or book online to support your horse’s performance and longevity

seminar and 📽 💖

March Fur Babies! ☘️🐾You may have seen some of these sweet faces in my stories—but they’re far too special not to share ...
04/02/2026

March Fur Babies! ☘️🐾

You may have seen some of these sweet faces in my stories—but they’re far too special not to share again 💖

Here are just a few of the wonderful animals who received some extra TLC last month. From local treatments in Niagara to travel days in Erin, ON and Markham, ON, it was a full and rewarding month of care. I also had the opportunity to host back-to-back weekend equine wellness seminars—such an incredible experience!

I’m so grateful for the trust you place in me to care for your animals’ health and well-being 🫶

If you’re interested in animal osteopathy or would like to book a session?
📩 DM me or book through the link in bio

🚨IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨Due to the continued high demand for appointments and my limited availability, I have been expl...
04/01/2026

🚨IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨

Due to the continued high demand for appointments and my limited availability, I have been exploring innovative ways to better serve both my human and animal clients simultaneously.

After much consideration, I am officially expanding my practice to include animal-human hybrid patients. This will allow me to treat more individuals efficiently, optimize scheduling, and continue delivering high-quality osteopathic care across species.

This change will help bridge the gap between human and animal biomechanics, improving outcomes while maximizing accessibility for all clients.

—

…okay okay 😅

APRIL FOOLS 🐴🐶🐱

I had way too much fun making these 🤣

While hybrid patients would definitely make my job more interesting, I’ll be sticking to treating your very real humans, horses, and dogs (separately 😉).

That said — appointments are still filling up quickly, so if you’ve been thinking about booking, now’s your sign!

Thanks for always being such an amazing community 🤍

Osteopathic Equine Wellness Seminar at last weekend!I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to speak about the ben...
03/31/2026

Osteopathic Equine Wellness Seminar at last weekend!

I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to speak about the benefits of Equine osteopathy for riders and their horses. As always, I went over anatomy 🤓 and how various behaviors could be resulting from pain and discomfort.

I was working with Holly, a high level reining mare, who had some previous trouble with her feet resulting in musculoskeletal compensations in her shoulders and hind end. She definitely felt better after the treatment in the demo!

A huge thank you to who came for the morning to take pictures and videos. I appreciate you so much! She is the best canine osteopath in Markham!

Accepting new clients ✨️ dogs, horses and people ✨️

03/26/2026

🎶 Down with Sound 🎶

There are various degrees of lameness that can be seen in horses. In this video I specifically talk about front end lameness, and it's just a small clip of generally what you would see if the horse was affected.

The worse the lameness, the earlier you would see the head bob. In the most severe cases, the horse could not place weight on that leg. If they are able to walk, but it's still very painful, then you would see the head bob during the walk. If it's not as advanced, then you would have to ask the horse to trot and you would then see the head bob.

This is a good visual tool to quickly assess to see if your horse is in any painter discomfort prior to work or exercise. Hopefully, this would avoid further straining them and advancing an injury.

As always make sure you consult with your vet and farrier for any suspected injuries.

If your horse is cleared medically, but still showing signs of some lameness, then osteopathy is a wonderful full body therapy to help address restrictions that might be impacting their gait.

Comment below or send a direct message.If you have questions or looking to book an appointment for your horse!

03/23/2026

What an incredible afternoon at 💫

I had the pleasure of speaking with the members of and Caledon Pony Club. It was amazing to see such a great turnout of young riders, parents and trainers who were not only attentive, but truly engaged and eager to learn about their horses.

We covered everything from basic anatomy to how osteopathy supports movement, performance, and behaviour— the participants asked such thoughtful questions and made great connections throughout the demo.

Watching them start to understand how their horses communicate through movement and body language, and how to better support them with stretches and manual therapy, is exactly why I love engaging with the community.

Thank you to everyone who came out, participated, and made this seminar such a success. It was truly a pleasure being there 💛



Special thanks to for being my road trip partner ❤️

I am excited to announce that I will be in Erin, ON this Sunday to lead an educational Equine Osteopathy Wellness Semina...
03/20/2026

I am excited to announce that I will be in Erin, ON this Sunday to lead an educational Equine Osteopathy Wellness Seminar designed for riders who want to better understand their horse’s performance, movement, and overall well-being.

📅 March 20, 2026
🕒 3:00 PM
📍 Stryder Eventing, Erin, ON
🎤 Hosted by Equine Mounted Games Canada
👩‍⚕️ Presented by Sonya Romanowski, Niagara Osteopathy

This seminar will break down how osteopathy supports a horse’s biomechanics, athleticism, and behaviour—plus a live demonstration to see exactly how assessment and treatment works in real time.

Perfect for riders and horses experiencing:
• Performance plateaus
• Stiffness or asymmetry
• Behavioural changes under saddle
• Or simply wanting to optimize their horse’s comfort and movement

✨ Bonus: I will have limited equine osteopathic appointments available earlier in the day at the same location. If you’re in the area and would like your horse assessed and treated, please reach out to book in advance.

Spots appointments are limited—message to reserve your place!

02/20/2026

And viscey versy 👌

The hips and low back are deeply connected.

Unlike us, horses sacroliac joints are fused, which supports strong muscular attachements and allows them to carry greater weight into their hips and pelvis.

When the low back or hips have tension, it will influence the mechanics of the joints impacting one another, which then can turn into complications with movement posture, positioning and performance.

As you can see in this video when I abduct or lift Phoenix's leg away from his body, I create movement into his low back.

As we know with horses, if they don't like what you're doing, they won't let you do it. So you can see how relaxed and happy he is with his posture as well as the happy tongue flicks ❤️🤪

Equine osteopathy appointments are available! Reach out to schedule a treatment!

02/13/2026

Did you know tension into the low back, pelvis and legs can impact to digestion? 💨

The whole digestive tract is influenced by the spine and the large intestine is in very close proximity to the hips. When the musculoskeletal system is imbalanced, there can be a direct impact to the visceral organ function.

So t***s 💨 during treatment are equivalent to a chefs kiss because we know the body is relaxing!

Have questions if Osteopathy is the right fit for your animals or yourself? Let me know!

🐾 Winter Sore Paws & Achy Joints? Here's What You Need to Know! ❄️As the temperature drops, our pups might start to show...
01/28/2026

🐾 Winter Sore Paws & Achy Joints? Here's What You Need to Know! ❄️

As the temperature drops, our pups might start to show signs of discomfort. But why do they get sore in the winter, and how can we help them? 🤔

🔹Cold weather can affect dogs’ joints, especially those with arthritis or older dogs. Just like humans, cold and damp conditions can cause stiffness and pain. Plus, walking on cold, hard surfaces or trudging through snow can be tough on their muscles and paws!

🔹 How can we help? Here are a few tips to keep your furry friend comfy:

✨️Keep them warm: Invest in a cozy dog jacket or sweater to protect them from the cold.
✨️Gentle exercise: Avoid high-impact activities. Short, gentle walks are best!
✨️Comfortable bedding: Make sure their resting area is warm, soft, and supportive.
✨️Paw care: After walks, wipe off snow, ice, and salt to prevent irritation. Paw balms can also protect against dryness and cracking.
✨️Osteopathic manual therapy!

🔹 Osteopathic Manual Therapy (OMT) uses hands-on techniques to relieve pain, improve mobility, and reduce muscle tension. It’s perfect for easing achy joints and muscles your dog might have developed from the cold! 🐕💆‍♀️

OMT can:
🐾Improve circulation to reduce stiffness
🐾Promote healing of tired muscles and joints
🐾Help with overall movement and flexibility

Whether your dog is dealing with arthritis, a recent injury, or just feels stiff from the chill, Osteopathic care could make a world of difference! 🌟

If you're noticing signs of discomfort, don't hesitate to reach out and see how we can help your furry friend feel better this winter!

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12001 King Road
Niagara Falls, ON
L2E6S6

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 6pm
Tuesday 11am - 5pm
Wednesday 12pm - 5:45pm
Thursday 10:30am - 5:45pm
Friday 8:30am - 3:30pm

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