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Award-Winning Arthritis Clinic in Oakville
Dr. Hawass is a recipient of the Global Recognition Award, UK Innovation Award, and UK Impact Award.
Recognized for our integrative mobility programs and innovative sports injury rehabilitation strategies.
Who This Is For
You’re active. Ambitious. But pain is slowing you down.
If arthritis, joint pain, or autoimmune symptoms are disrupting your life, and you’re not willing to settle for long-term pills or surgery, this program is for you. Whether you’re looking for mobility programs in Oakville or a better approach to sports injury rehabilitation, our pain management clinic in Oakville is here to help you move better, feel stronger, and improve your quality of life.
You’ve worked hard to build an abundant life. Don’t let physical limitations get in your way.
THIS IS FOR YOU IF:
- Physio, cortisone, or pain meds aren’t enough.
- You’ve been told surgery is your only option and you’re not ready.
- You’ve been diagnosed with or suspect an autoimmune condition.
- You experience flares, fatigue, or pain that moves from joint to joint.
- You want a personalized, drug-free approach that addresses the underlying factors.
- You’re not ready to give up your mobility, energy, or lifestyle.
WE SERVE:
- Entrepreneurs, executives, and active adults.
- Individuals with arthritis or joint degeneration who want to explore non-surgical options.
- Individuals with autoimmune arthritis, fibromyalgia, or post-COVID joint symptoms.
- Clients who are ready to invest in addressing underlying factors, not just symptom relief.
- Those who value expert-led, integrative care. Our care is not covered by OHIP or standard insurance plans.
- Individuals who haven’t succeeded with traditional sports injury rehabilitation.
Conditions We Treat
Shoulder
- Shoulder Bursitis
- Rotator Cuff Tears
- Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis)
- Shoulder Impingement
- Labral Tears
- AC Joint Sprains
- Shoulder Osteoarthritis
Elbow
- Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)
- Golfer’s Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis)
- Elbow (Olecranon) Bursitis
- UCL (Ulnar Collateral Ligament) Sprains
- Elbow Osteoarthritis
Wrist & Hand
- Wrist Sprains
- Wrist Osteoarthritis
- Thumb Osteoarthritis
Hip
- Hip Bursitis
- Gluteal Tendinopathy
- Hip Labral Tears
- Hip Osteoarthritis
Knees
- IT Band Syndrome
- Patellar Tendinitis (Jumper’s Knee)
- Baker’s Cyst
- Meniscus Tears
- Knee Osteoarthritis
Foot & Ankle
- Achilles Tendinitis/Tears
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Ankle Sprains
- Ankle & Foot Osteoarthritis
Neck & Back
- Neck Sprain
- Neck Osteoarthritis
- Lower Back Sprain
- Lower Back Osteoarthritis
Joint Health in Oakville: Our Approach
Masking arthritis pain with injections or pills is outdated medicine.
Meaningful progress starts with addressing the underlying factors: supporting joint health and structural integrity, improving circulation, and managing what drives joint degeneration, through our 3-step process.
Step 1:
Deep-Dive Clinical History
We start by listening closely.
You’ll complete our detailed intake and symptom-tracking questionnaire.
Then we explore:
When and how your pain started.
Where does it flare — single joints or multiple? Symmetrical or not?
What makes it worse or better? Movement, food, stress, or weather?
You benefit from:
- You finally feel heard and seen.
- Distinguish whether you have osteoarthritis or a systemic autoimmune disease.
- Find out the root cause of why your joint pain is there.
Step 2:
Focused Physical Exam & Bedside Imaging
We examine you with expert precision to create tailored mobility programs.
Joint movement, stiffness, and swelling.
Ligament and nerve involvement.
Real-time bedside ultrasound to assess degeneration and joint structure.
You benefit from:
- Immediate answers, no waiting.
- Confirmation of degenerative vs inflammatory causes.
- Identification of red flags that may indicate autoimmune involvement.
Step 3:
Clear Classification & Pathway Selection
We connect the dots—history, symptoms, and exam—to classify your condition into one of four core patterns:
1. Osteoarthritis (OA):
Cartilage degeneration.
2. Rheumatoid or Autoimmune Arthritis:
Systemic inflammation, multiple joint pain.
3. Fibromyalgia:
Widespread pain, poor sleep, fogginess, and fatigue.
4. Post-COVID or Viral Arthritis:
Lingering inflammation after infection.
You benefit from:
- A clear diagnosis without unnecessary pills or referrals.
- Immediate access to a personalized treatment plan.
- An advanced sports injury rehabilitation program.
- A direct link to your personalized care page:
Advanced Modalities We Use To Treat The Joint
Traditional care may not address the underlying factors, so we offer a different path, one focused on regeneration, not band-aid approaches.
While traditional care often stops at pain relief, our regenerative therapies are designed to support longer-term joint health. These are often integrated into our mobility programs, especially for patients who have not seen the progress they hoped for with traditional sports injury rehabilitation.
Shockwave Therapy
Studied for chronic tendon pain, shockwave therapy is used first at Peak Health VIP to help break down scar tissue and prime the area for regenerative treatment.
Hyaluronic Acid Injection
Peak Health VIP combines HA with pre-treatment shockwave or prolotherapy to support joint lubrication and help extend relief in active patients. HA is most effective in early-stage osteoarthritis.
Nerve Entrapment Release (PIT)
Peak Health VIP uses nerve entrapment release to help reduce nerve pain, tingling, or weakness post-injury by addressing compressed nerves.
Prolotherapy
Designed to help strengthen loose or damaged ligaments, especially after sprains. Peak Health VIP combines it with shockwave to support joint stability.
Platelet-Rich Plasma
Our PRP joint injection delivers 15 to 18 billion platelets per treatment, with 4x the volume and 12 to 15x the concentration of a traditional PRP kit. It may help with joint pain, tendon tears, cartilage and meniscus injuries in appropriate cases, but it is not effective for severe bone-on-bone arthritis.
Ultrasound
Peak Health VIP uses dynamic ultrasound imaging to stress-test ligaments and tendons during movement, not just static scans like most clinics rely on.
Supplementation
Targeted supplements, personalized based on your lab results and injury type, are designed to support inflammation control and tissue health during your program.
Joint Health Conditions
Not all arthritis is the same; understanding the type is the first step toward effective, personalized treatment.
There are four main types of joint conditions we treat at Peak Health VIP:
Osteoarthritis (Degenerative Arthritis):
This form develops from joint degeneration over time, impacting the cartilage, tendons, and joint structure. It often affects the knees, hips, shoulders, and spine.
Rheumatoid Arthritis (Autoimmune Arthritis)
This form occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks the joints, causing chronic inflammation, swelling, and stiffness. It often affects the hands, wrists, knees, and multiple joints symmetrically.
Fibromyalgia
This condition stems from a hypersensitive nervous system, leading to widespread pain, fatigue, brain fog, and poor sleep. It commonly affects the neck, shoulders, back, and hips.
Post-Viral Inflammation (Post-COVID Arthritis)
Following a viral infection like COVID-19, lingering immune dysfunction can trigger joint pain, fatigue, and brain fog. It often fluctuates and affects various joints and energy levels.
Each type requires a completely different treatment strategy. Learn more about each arthritis type and how we treat it.
The Truth About Passive Rehab, Cortisone, and Surgery!
Too many patients come to us after being told:
- “Do more therapy,” but you can’t because of the pain.
- “Take more pills.”
- “Let’s try another cortisone shot.”
- “It’s just aging. Live with it.”
- “Your blood work looks normal, you’re fine.”
- “You’ll need surgery eventually.”
Here’s what Traditional Care offers you:
| Physical Therapy | Useful, but may not address underlying factors on its own |
| Painkillers | Mask pain and can cause addiction |
| Cortisone Injections | Suppress inflammation, weaken tissue, damage the joint |
| Wait-and-See Approach | Leads to joint degeneration and frustration |
| Surgery | Higher risk and longer downtime; may not be necessary in some cases |
If you’ve undergone sports injury rehabilitation without the results you hoped for, our approach is different and designed to address the underlying factors.
We strongly disagree
Whether you’re facing osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, or post-COVID joint pain, pain is not something to silence. It’s your body’s alarm system telling you something deeper is wrong.
At Peak Health VIP, we don’t just patch symptoms or wait for things to get worse.
We use physician-guided care designed to support tissue health, help calm autoimmune activity, support immune balance, and improve movement stability.
Our advanced regenerative therapies may help reduce symptoms, improve mobility, and support joint function in osteoarthritis.
For autoimmune and inflammatory conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, and post-COVID, we focus on calming the immune system and supporting hormonal balance, to help you work toward a life of strength, energy, and mobility.
Why Choose Peak Health VIP?
Physician-Led Care. Concierge Experience. Root-Cause Treatment.
Whether you’re dealing with a sports injury or managing arthritis, our mobility programs are personalized to you. We combine regenerative therapies with structured alternatives to traditional sports injury rehabilitation to support your progress. Results may vary.
Typical Clinic vs. Peak Health VIP
| Category | Typical Clinic | Peak Health VIP |
| Wait Times | 12+ weeks or more | 1–2 weeks (priority access) |
| Referrals | Needed | No referral needed |
| Treatment Approach | Pills, physio, cortisone | Regenerative treatment |
| Personalization | Generic one-size-fits-all | Tailored programs based on your joint degeneration |
| Advanced Therapies | Limited or outdated | Cutting-edge regenerative technologies |
Meet Dr. Mark Hawass
Dr. Mark Hawass is a licensed physician (CCFP, CCFP(EM)) in Oakville focused on arthritis and joint pain, helping clients improve mobility through advanced non-surgical joint treatments that may help delay or reduce the need for surgery in appropriate cases.
With over 30 years of clinical experience, he blends regenerative therapies, MSK ultrasound, and root-cause treatment to help reduce inflammation, improve joint function, and support active living. As founder of Peak Health VIP, where the team has helped over 1,500 patients since 2019, he developed the VIP Biohacking Method to help patients manage arthritis, stiffness, and chronic pain, without relying on cortisone or painkillers.
Ready to Stop Managing Joint Pain and Start Living Again?
At our advanced joint clinic in Oakville, we only accept clients who
are ready to invest in their long-term joint health. If that’s you, here’s your next step:
Book Your Joint Assessment Consultation
• Includes full movement evaluation and diagnostic imaging
• Walk away with clarity and a personalized action plan
Joint Health FAQ – Peak Health VIP
What is an arthritis specialist?
An arthritis specialist is a medical doctor who focuses on diagnosing and treating joint diseases like osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and inflammatory joint conditions.
What is regenerative therapy?
Regenerative therapy refers to treatments designed to stimulate the body’s natural response in damaged joints, tendons, and cartilage. This includes platelet-rich plasma (PRP), prolotherapy, shockwave therapy, and other biologic techniques that may help improve mobility and reduce pain without surgery or cortisone. Results may vary.
Are all regenerative therapies the same?
Not at all. The quality and results of regenerative therapy vary widely depending on the provider’s expertise, equipment, and technique. Many traditional platelet-rich plasma (PRP) kits produce fewer than 4 billion platelets, which may deliver lower platelet yields that can affect treatment consistency.
At Peak Health VIP, we use advanced, high-yield PRP systems that deliver 15 to 18 billion platelets per treatment, with 4x the volume and 12 to 15x the concentration of a traditional PRP kit. We use evidence-based protocols designed to support precision and consistency. Results may vary.
What is a regenerative medicine specialist?
A regenerative medicine specialist is a licensed physician with advanced, formal training in platelet-rich plasma (PRP), prolotherapy, and orthobiologics. It takes 1–2 years of dedicated training and hands-on experience. Unfortunately, many providers market themselves as “regenerative specialists” after only attending a weekend course.
At Peak Health VIP, our treatments are delivered by a physician with over 30 years of clinical experience and advanced certifications in regenerative medicine and musculoskeletal ultrasound, with a focus on safe, physician-guided care.
How is a regenerative specialist different from an orthopedic surgeon?
Orthopedic surgeons focus on surgical treatment. Regenerative medicine focuses on non-surgical options that may help delay or reduce the need for surgery in appropriate cases. At Peak Health VIP, we treat earlier, address the underlying factors, and use non-invasive methods designed to support your joints, without cutting them open.
When should I see a regenerative specialist?
If you’re dealing with joint pain, arthritis, or injury that hasn’t improved with physiotherapy or cortisone, or you’ve been told to “wait until it’s bad enough for surgery” it’s time. Early intervention with regenerative therapy may help delay or reduce the need for surgery in appropriate cases.
How can a regenerative specialist help with arthritis and joint pain?
We address arthritis with personalized treatment designed to help improve joint function, reduce inflammation, and support tissue health. Potential benefits may include less pain, better mobility, and support for long-term joint health, with less reliance on medication. Results may vary.
How is your clinic different?
Peak Health VIP offers a concierge-level experience with no waitlists, no referral needed, and personalized treatment programs. We combine regenerative medicine, hormone optimization, and gut health support to treat the full picture, not just patch symptoms.
What joint conditions do you commonly treat?
We most commonly treat osteoarthritis of the knees, hips, and shoulders. We also treat osteoarthritis of the thumb, hand, elbow, ankles, and feet, as well as autoimmune arthritis such as rheumatoid arthritis, and fibromyalgia. The treatment approach is completely different for each condition.
When do I expect results from the regenerative therapies?
Many clients notice changes within 6 to 8 weeks, with further improvement possible over 8 to 16 weeks depending on severity. Results may vary. Chronic or degenerative issues may require longer-term care.
How do I book an appointment?
You can schedule your joint consultation by booking online to choose your preferred time. Appointments are available within 1–2 weeks, with no referral needed.
