Serving the midtown Toronto ON community, conveniently located at intersection of Yonge and Eglinton.

Wellness screening: We are committed to maintaining a safe and healthy place for all who enter our clinic. Prior to each appointment you will receive, via email, an online wellness screening questionnaire. Please complete this questionnaire to help us stay healthy and able to provide care. Masking is optional in the clinic, based on your personal health situation. If you would like your practitioner to wear a mask, please let us know when you arrive .

Booking tips: Please review the following booking guidelines prior to scheduling an appointment. If it is your first time visiting the clinic, if you have a new area of concern or if it has been greater than 6 months since your last appointment with us, please schedule an ASSESSMENT. When scheduling FOLLOW UP VISITS appointments, please chose the same practitioners with whom you completed an assessment. We do review all bookings and may adjust the appointment type based on the information in your file. If any changes are made to your booking, you will receive an email notification.

Cancellation policy: Please be aware that 24 hours’ notice is required for cancellation of all appointments, or you may be directly charged for the full amount of your missed appointment. For appointments longer than 60 minutes, we require 48 hours’ notice for cancellation.

We thank you for your dedication to your health and well-being and we look forward to seeing you soon.

Physiatry & Sports Medicine

Appointments with the Physiatrist are covered by OHIP and a **referral from your primary care physician is required**. Dr. Tam is accepting new patients with short wait times for an appointment. A valid health card must be presented prior to each visit otherwise you will be required to pay for the services rendered at your visit. Residents of Quebec and non-residents of Canada will be required ... Read More

Appointments with the Physiatrist are covered by OHIP and a **referral from your primary care physician is required**. Dr. Tam is accepting new patients with short wait times for an appointment. A valid health card must be presented prior to each visit otherwise you will be required to pay for the services rendered at your visit. Residents of Quebec and non-residents of Canada will be required to pay for the services rendered at their visit. Payment for services not covered by OHIP is required at each visit.

The field of Sports Medicine focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, treatment of sports injuries and musculoskeletal conditions. Physicians who have a speciality in the area of Sports Medicine are skilled in the assessment and diagnosis of sports injuries. Whether your condition requires a referral for diagnostic testing, a prescription for medication, a referral to a specialist or surgeon or to provide a recommendation for treatment options, your Strive Sports Medicine Physician is here to help.

What is a Physiatrist?
Rehab doctors or, Physiatrists are physicians who specialize in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R), a medical specialty that evaluates and manages patients whose functional abilities have been affected/impaired.


Physiotherapy (In Clinic)

The foundation of any initial appointment with a Physiotherapist, is a thorough patient interview, which allows your Physiotherapist to learn more about you. It includes learning about your condition, your past medical history, contributing factors and understanding your needs and goals. This can be done in person, over the telephone or through video conferencing. The next step involves careful... Read More

The foundation of any initial appointment with a Physiotherapist, is a thorough patient interview, which allows your Physiotherapist to learn more about you. It includes learning about your condition, your past medical history, contributing factors and understanding your needs and goals. This can be done in person, over the telephone or through video conferencing. The next step involves careful observation of you and how you move. In person and video appointments are best for these situations as it allows your Physiotherapist to guide you through different positions and movement patterns to gain the necessary information to provide a diagnosis and create a treatment plan. Working together, you and your Strive Physiotherapist will create a plan to help you manage your pain, move better and strive for better health!
Virtual appointment options are available as well. Please see Virtual Physiotherapy for more information.


Physiotherapy (Melanie MacKinnon)

As a senior therapist, Melanie typically books a few weeks in advance for new assessments and her appointment rates are higher. When booking an assessment with Melanie, it is highly recommended to also tentatively book one (1) follow up appointment, one (1) week later. During your appointment, you and Melanie will work together to create a plan of care and schedule or reschedule appointments as... Read More

As a senior therapist, Melanie typically books a few weeks in advance for new assessments and her appointment rates are higher. When booking an assessment with Melanie, it is highly recommended to also tentatively book one (1) follow up appointment, one (1) week later. During your appointment, you and Melanie will work together to create a plan of care and schedule or reschedule appointments as needed. Appreciating the need for timely care, if Melanie's wait list is too long for you to wait for care, schedule a 10 min Ask A Physio discovery call with Melanie so she can help you to find the practitioner on our team best suited for you. Melanie is deeply invested in creating a team of highly skilled and compassionate practitioners and is actively involved in supporting their professional development. If you are a previous patient of Melanie's and are having a hard time finding an appointment, please contact our admin team to help put you on the wait list.


Massage Therapy

Registered Massage Therapists (RMT) are self-regulating Health Care Professionals who are certified by and registered with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario. At Strive, our RMTs use a variety of hands on techniques to address muscle pain and tension as a result of training and injury. Jennifer Costa's massage approach is to treat the body as a whole using fascial and trigger point re... Read More

Registered Massage Therapists (RMT) are self-regulating Health Care Professionals who are certified by and registered with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario. At Strive, our RMTs use a variety of hands on techniques to address muscle pain and tension as a result of training and injury. Jennifer Costa's massage approach is to treat the body as a whole using fascial and trigger point release techniques. Please note HST is applied to the cost of the visit. For appointments longer than 60 minutes, we require 48 hours notice for any cancellations or changes to the appointment.


Pedorthics

Pedorthists are trained in the assessment of lower limb anatomy and muscle and joint function. In Canada, Pedorthists who are members of the Pedorthic Association of Canada, receive the certification of Canadian Certified Pedorthists – C. Ped (C). They receive specialized education and training in foot orthotics and footwear. At Strive, Babs Aiyede, a Canadian Certified Pedorthist, works in col... Read More

Pedorthists are trained in the assessment of lower limb anatomy and muscle and joint function. In Canada, Pedorthists who are members of the Pedorthic Association of Canada, receive the certification of Canadian Certified Pedorthists – C. Ped (C). They receive specialized education and training in foot orthotics and footwear. At Strive, Babs Aiyede, a Canadian Certified Pedorthist, works in collaboration with your other Strive team members, to alleviate pain, abnormalities and debilitating conditions of the lower limbs and feet.


Pilates

Pilates can help people of all ages, abilities and fitness levels. It is adaptable to an individual’s specific health and movement goals. Pilates can be used for athletic conditioning and cross training, as well as injury prevention, chronic pain management, and rehabilitation. Pilates is a suitable complement to manual therapies such as Physiotherapy and Massage. Pilates aims to re-educate mo... Read More

Pilates can help people of all ages, abilities and fitness levels. It is adaptable to an individual’s specific health and movement goals. Pilates can be used for athletic conditioning and cross training, as well as injury prevention, chronic pain management, and rehabilitation. Pilates is a suitable complement to manual therapies such as Physiotherapy and Massage. Pilates aims to re-educate movement through specific programming, dynamic imagery, and cueing. Packaged pricing is available for 5, 10 or 20 sessions, email or call us to find out more!


Lymphatic Drainage Massage Therapy


Concussion Physiotherapy Rehabilitation

Concussion Rehabilitation at Strive is lead by Nicole Cesca, Physiotherapist. Nicole has advanced training in concussion assessment and management. She will design an individualized rehabilitation program that will focus not just on your symptoms but on addressing you as a whole person, which may include addressing the neck, thoracic spine and vestibular symptoms. Interested in learning more? B... Read More

Concussion Rehabilitation at Strive is lead by Nicole Cesca, Physiotherapist. Nicole has advanced training in concussion assessment and management. She will design an individualized rehabilitation program that will focus not just on your symptoms but on addressing you as a whole person, which may include addressing the neck, thoracic spine and vestibular symptoms. Interested in learning more? Book a 10min Ask a Physio complementary phone call to see if this type of care is the right fit for you.


Vestibular Physiotherapy

Vestibular rehabilitation is an exercise based treatment program, designed to help improve balance, decrease and manage symptoms of dizziness, vertigo and the associated nausea, unsteadiness and headaches that often accompany these symptoms. If you are experiencing dizziness, imbalance, vertigo, Meniere's syndrome, benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), neck-related dizzinesss and/or migr... Read More

Vestibular rehabilitation is an exercise based treatment program, designed to help improve balance, decrease and manage symptoms of dizziness, vertigo and the associated nausea, unsteadiness and headaches that often accompany these symptoms. If you are experiencing dizziness, imbalance, vertigo, Meniere's syndrome, benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), neck-related dizzinesss and/or migraines, a Physiotherapist trained in vestibular rehabilitation can be of help!


Temporomandibular (Jaw/TMJ) Physiotherapy

Physiotherapists play an important role in the care and management of persons with jaw and facial pain. Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) include pain of the face and jaw, limited ability to open the jaw, clicking or popping sounds of the jaw when opening or closing. Many individuals with TMD can also suffer from neck pain an assessment and treatment of the neck may also be an integral part of... Read More

Physiotherapists play an important role in the care and management of persons with jaw and facial pain. Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) include pain of the face and jaw, limited ability to open the jaw, clicking or popping sounds of the jaw when opening or closing. Many individuals with TMD can also suffer from neck pain an assessment and treatment of the neck may also be an integral part of your treatment as well.

Strive Physiotherapist Patrick Quimio is skilled in the assessment, diagnosis, and management of TMD using a variety of skills like: manual therapy, exercise prescription, dry needling and soft tissue techniques to relieve pain and improve function.


GLAD Canada Exercise Program

The GLA:D® program is an education and exercise program that has helped thousands of people with hip and knee osteoarthritis (OA) manage their symptoms of pain and loss of function. The program reflects the latest OA research and has been developed based on feedback from people with OA, as well as healthcare professional who provide care to individuals with mild to severe symptoms. GLA:D® there... Read More

The GLA:D® program is an education and exercise program that has helped thousands of people with hip and knee osteoarthritis (OA) manage their symptoms of pain and loss of function. The program reflects the latest OA research and has been developed based on feedback from people with OA, as well as healthcare professional who provide care to individuals with mild to severe symptoms. GLA:D® therefore provides an evidence-based approach that works in the real world.
The GLA:D® program is unique in that the education and exercises provided can be applied to everyday activities. By strengthening and correcting daily movement patterns, participants will train their bodies to move properly, prevent symptom progression and reduce pain.

**Please note for the Fall 2024 GLA:D Canada sessions, the exercise sessions will be $55/session (approximately 1 hr) and the exercise + education sessions will be $82.50/session ( approximately 1.5hrs)**


Dancer Care Program with Physiotherapy

Dance focused Physiotherapy: Are you a dancer looking to improve your performance? Struggling with an injury or would like a pre-season or pre-point assessment to ensure you start the season off right? Strive Physiotherapist Grace Underwood has been in your shoes. Grace was a trained ballet, pointe, and jazz dancer having completed several dance examinations from the Royal Academy of Dance and ... Read More

Dance focused Physiotherapy: Are you a dancer looking to improve your performance? Struggling with an injury or would like a pre-season or pre-point assessment to ensure you start the season off right? Strive Physiotherapist Grace Underwood has been in your shoes. Grace was a trained ballet, pointe, and jazz dancer having completed several dance examinations from the Royal Academy of Dance and the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing for Classical Ballet. She has completed training in dance rehabilitation in areas including pre-season and pre-pointe assessments, assessment and treatment of dance injuries and other dance specific techniques. So, whether you are a recreational dancer or an elite competitive dancer, Grace is here for you. She will provide you with a personalized assessment and treatment plan and help you achieve your goals. Still not sure? Book a Complementary 10min Ask A Physio phone call and find out if this is the care you have been looking for.


Paediatric Physiotherapy (infant and children)

Paediatric physiotherapy involves assessment and therapeutic intervention for children and youth of all ages. Paediatric physiotherapy spans a broad range of applications, from rehabilitating orthopedic injuries to helping your little one achieve their developmental milestones. Paediatric Physiotherapy can help with gross motor delay/developmental delay, scoliosis, torticollis, cerebral palsy, ... Read More

Paediatric physiotherapy involves assessment and therapeutic intervention for children and youth of all ages. Paediatric physiotherapy spans a broad range of applications, from rehabilitating orthopedic injuries to helping your little one achieve their developmental milestones. Paediatric Physiotherapy can help with gross motor delay/developmental delay, scoliosis, torticollis, cerebral palsy, osgood-schlatter's and many more conditions!


Pelvic Health Physiotherapy (for all persons)

Pelvic Health Rehabilitation is a growing area of speciality for persons experiencing dysfunction or pain with their bladder, bowel and sexual function. Although changes in bladder and bowel function following pregnancy or prostate surgery are common, it should not be thought of as normal. Pelvic floor muscles are an integral component of our core muscles and also play an essential role in ke... Read More

Pelvic Health Rehabilitation is a growing area of speciality for persons experiencing dysfunction or pain with their bladder, bowel and sexual function. Although changes in bladder and bowel function following pregnancy or prostate surgery are common, it should not be thought of as normal.
Pelvic floor muscles are an integral component of our core muscles and also play an essential role in keeping our backs healthy. Strive Physiotherapist Stephanie Gardonio combines her expertise in manual therapy and pelvic health rehabilitation to succsesfuly address these conditions with sensitivity and compassion.


Virtual Physiotherapy

Virtual care appointments are well suited to: 1) Education and discussion regarding pain management strategies, activity and lifestyle modification to address pain and prevent injury 2) Creation or progression of existing exercise programs 3) Screening of acute injuries to help you deal with new injuries in a timely manner and potential referral to other health care professionals Virtual ... Read More

Virtual care appointments are well suited to:
1) Education and discussion regarding pain management strategies, activity and lifestyle modification to address pain and prevent injury
2) Creation or progression of existing exercise programs
3) Screening of acute injuries to help you deal with new injuries in a timely manner and potential referral to other health care professionals

Virtual Care appointments can rule out any serious underlying cause and any issues that need to be investigated, in the same way as a face to face appointment would. The virtual care appointments require the same high level of adherence to safety and professional standards as our in person appointments do. However, virtual care appointments do have their limitations and there may be instances where your Physiotherapist will recommend you come in for a session so s/he can perform some additional hands on assessment to finalize the diagnosis, rule out serious pathology or provide hands on treatment (such as dry needling, soft tissue techniques and joint mobilization/manipulation) that when combined with your exercises, will help you get moving again.

Qualifications

  • Pilates Instructor training from Polestar Pilates

Services Offered

  • Mat Pilates
  • Reformer Pilates

Milena developed an interest in Pilates in 2001 as a way to alleviate discomfort from scoliosis. After earning her certification from Polestar Pilates in 2008, she has taught at various studios, health and fitness centres, and corporate establishments. Through these experiences, she has gained a greater understanding of client care relating to injuries, postural improvement, sports conditioning, and well-being. Additionally, she has had the honour of participating in workshops led by respected figures in the field, Brent Anderson, President and CEO of Polestar Pilates, and Pilates Elder Lolita San Miguel.

Milena’s approach involves integrating fitness Pilates with customized Pilates rehabilitation techniques, using both mat and equipment-based exercises to address the needs and objectives of each individual. With more than 15 years of experience, her dedication lies in helping clients achieve their physical wellness goals.

Qualifications Pilates Instructor training from Polestar Pilates Services Offered Mat Pil... Read More

Qualifications

  • Canadian Certified Pedorthist

Services Offered

  • Orthotics
  • Biomechanical assessment of gait and running

Babs Aiyede is a Canadian Certified Pedorthist specializing in lower limb biomechanics, orthotic therapy, running injuries, and therapeutic footwear. He holds an Honours Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from the University of Waterloo and is a member of both the College of Pedorthics of Canada and the Pedorthic Association of Canada.

With over 30 years of experience in the biomechanical management of musculoskeletal injuries and orthopaedic conditions of the lower limb, Babs has had the opportunity to work with a variety of clinicians in a number of pedorthic, physiotherapy, and sport medicine clinics. He has also been a guest lecturer for the Department of Physical Therapy at the University of Toronto (2000 to 2018) and the School of Podiatry at the University of South Australia (1998).

Babs is currently the owner of Biomechanical Advantage and provides pedorthic services at a number of physiotherapy and sport medicine clinics in the Greater Toronto Area.

Qualifications Canadian Certified Pedorthist Services Offered Orthotics Biomechanical a... Read More

Qualifications

  • Registered Massage Therapist

Services Offered

  • Fascial Release
  • Lymphatic Drainage
  • Trigger Point Release

Jennifer graduated with honours from the Massage Therapy program at ICT Kikkawa College. She is a member of the Ontario Massage Therapy Association and is a Registered Massage Therapist with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario since 2009.

She is an avid runner, participating in races from 5km up to 1/2 marathons. She has coached 5k running clinics with the Running Room, helping others realize their running goals.

Her massage therapy approach is to treat the body as a whole using myofascial and trigger point release techniques.

Qualifications Registered Massage Therapist Services Offered Fascial Release Lymphatic ... Read More

Qualifications

  • Registered Physiotherapist
  • Dry Needling certified by Integrated Dry Needling (CIDN)
  • GLA:D Canada Trained Practitioner

Services Offered

  • Physiotherapy
  • Manual Therapy
  • Dry Needling
  • Shockwave Therapy
  • GLA:D Exercise Classes
  • Focused practice in dancer rehabilitation and injury prevention

Growing up Grace was an avid athlete competing in and coaching soccer and volleyball. In addition to those sports, growing up Grace was formally trained in ballet, pointe, and jazz. Her passion for sport and dance continues, now with a clinical focus, as she is driven to support dancers and athletes by creating individualized mobility and strength programs and helping to prevent injuries. In addition to working at Strive, Grace also works at St. Joseph’s Health Centre. There she works with patient and orthopaedic surgeons treating patient after joint replacements, fractures, and various other orthopaedic surgeries such as meniscectomies and rotator cuff repairs. Grace believes in a holistic patient-centered approach to treatment that combines manual therapy, exercise prescription, and education. She enjoys working with people of all ages and aims to work collaboratively with her patients to help them achieve their goals.

Grace completed her Master of Science in Physical Therapy at the University of Toronto. Before physiotherapy school she obtained a Bachelor of Computing with a specialization in biomedical applications and a Master of Science in Computing from Queen’s University. Grace has currently completed several continuing education courses including neuroproprioceptive taping and athletic taping, level 1 Musculoskeletal Manual Therapy through the Orthopaedic Division of the CPA, and dry needling.

Outside of the clinic Grace enjoys furthering her passion with sports as she coaches and plays volleyball in the west end of Toronto as well as going to the gym and spending time with her family and dog.

Qualifications Registered Physiotherapist Dry Needling certified by Integrated Dry Needling ... Read More

Qualifications

  • Physiotherapist Resident

Services Offered

  • Physiotherapy
  • Manual Therapy 
  • Dry Needling, Integrated Dry Needling (IDN)
  • Shockwave Therapy
  • Focused practice in strength and conditioning, Olympic lifting, and contact sports rehabilitation (football, lacrosse, rugby, hockey, soccer)

Growing up playing football, rugby and lacrosse, Stefanos received extensive coaching in strength training, Olympic lifting and sprinting. His personal and clinical experience in these areas has instilled a deep understanding of the biomechanical and technical demands necessary for peak athletic performance. Stefanos believes that successful rehabilitation goes beyond simply treating an injury; it requires an understanding the whole person, their lifestyle and their goals. He integrates exercise prescription, manual therapy and education to create individualize treatment plans tailored to each patients’ unique needs. Whether he is working with athletes or members of the community, Stefanos is committed to helping his patients meet their goals and return to the activities they enjoy with confidence. Originally from British Columbia, Stefanos relocated to Ontario to pursue post-secondary education, earning an Honors Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from McMaster University and a Masters in Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Toronto. When he’s not in the clinic, you can find Stefanos staying active in the gym, cooking or exploring new restaurants and cafes around Toronto.

Qualifications Physiotherapist Resident Services Offered Physiotherapy Manual Therapy  ... Read More

Qualifications

  • Medical Doctor
  • Physiatrist - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
  • Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Canada

Services Offered

  • Sports Medicine, a referral from a Family Doctor or other Physician is required

At Strive, Dr. Emily Tam is a Physiatrist with a focus in Musculoskeletal and Sports Medicine. She sees a variety of patients with general rehabilitation, musculoskeletal, and stroke rehabilitation issues at her clinics and recognizes the importance of working closely with a rehabilitation team. Her primary clinical practice area is musculoskeletal/sports medicine, and she has a diverse interest and experience in sports injuries of all levels and ages.

Qualifications Medical Doctor Physiatrist - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Fellow ... Read More

Qualifications

  • Registered Physiotherapist
  • Vestibular & Concussion Physiotherapist
  • Dry Needling certified by Integrated Dry Needling (CIDN)

Services Offered

  • Physiotherapy
  • Vestibular Physiotherapy
  • Concussion Rehabilitation
  • Manual Therapy
  • Dry Needling
  • Shockwave Therapy
  • Focused practice for golfers and runners

As a past varsity golfer, Nicole is dedicated to assisting golfers recover from and prevent injury. Improving one’s body-swing connection and return to the course pain free is a focus of her management plan. Nicole is devoted to helping others improve their quality of life and being able to function as the healthiest version of themselves. Nicole believes in a patient-centred and holistic approach to physiotherapy treatment where she enjoys working collaboratively with her patients to assist them in reaching their physiotherapy goals. Nicole is passionate about orthopaedic and neurological physiotherapy and plans to advance her clinical practice by continuing to pursue courses in manual therapy, integrated dry needling and acupuncture. Nicole is dedicated to being a lifelong learner and is currently completing her PhD in Rehabilitation Science with a Collaborative Specialization in Neuroscience at the University of Toronto.

Qualifications Registered Physiotherapist Vestibular & Concussion Physiotherapist Dry ... Read More

Qualifications

  • Registered Physiotherapist
  • Dry Needling certified by Integrated Dry Needling (CIND)
  • GLA:D Canada Trained Practitioner

Services Offered

  • Physiotherapy
  • Paediatric Physiotherapy
  • Manual Therapy
  • Dry Needling
  • Shockwave Therapy
  • GLA:D Exercise Classes

Alex’s clinical skills include comprehensive neuromusculoskeletal assessment and treatment for clients throughout the lifespan, from helping children achieve their developmental milestones, to helping adults and seniors stay active and maximize their independence. Alex values the importance of the therapeutic relationship and strives to provide the utmost patient-centered care, by helping clients achieve their individual goals while considering their unique life experiences and prioritizing comfort, communication and trauma-informed care.

Alex is dedicated to her continuing education and remaining up to date with current physiotherapy research. She has taken advanced courses in musculoskeletal physiotherapy, shoulder rehabilitation, neurodevelopmental therapy, and integrated dry needling. She is currently working towards her FCAMPT (Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapy) designation.

Qualifications Registered Physiotherapist Dry Needling certified by Integrated Dry Needling ... Read More

Qualifications

  • Registered Physiotherapist
  • Pelvic Health Physiotherapist
  • AIM Program Levels 1-3
  • Acupuncture certified by Acupuncture Canada (AFCI)
  • Dry Needling certified by Integrated Dry Needling (CIDN)
  • GLA:D Canada Trained Practitioner

Services Offered

  • Physiotherapy (Complex Cases)
  • Pelvic Health Physiotherapy
  • Manual Therapy
  • Medical Acupuncture
  • Dry Needling
  • Shockwave Therapy
  • GLA:D Exercises Classes

Stephanie’s clinical practice includes a mix of orthopaedic conditions and pelvic health conditions. Stephanie works with all individuals to address conditions related to pelvic health. She has completed courses on internal assessment and treatment of pelvic floor conditions including, but not limited to, incontinence, pain, pelvic organ prolapse and diastasis rectus. Stephanie has worked with many trans patients, before, during and after transitioning.  

Stephanie has completed a variety of courses to expand her Physiotherapy assessment and treatment techniques including acupuncture, neuro-proprioceptive and athletic taping, soft tissue release and McKenzie mechanical diagnosis and therapy.

Stephanie has completed her Level 3 Musculoskeletal Manual Therapy courses through the Orthopaedic Division of the CPA and continues to broaden her musculoskeletal techniques with additional courses. She has also completed training in through Stott Pilates in mat and reformer Pilates for rehabilitative purposes. 

Stephanie grounds her approach to care in the use of trauma informed approaches to helping individuals manage acute and chronic pain. She begins with a thorough assessment and combines manual therapy, education and exercise prescription into her practice. She believes that by empowering her clients and engaging them in their rehabilitation, the people who seek her help will reach their goals.

Outside of the clinic Stephanie enjoys spending time with her family, going to the gym, practicing Pilates and reading.

Qualifications Registered Physiotherapist Pelvic Health Physiotherapist AIM Program Levels... Read More

Qualifications

  • Registered Physiotherapist
  • Cervical and Temporomandibular Therapist
  • Acupuncture certified by A&S Acupuncture
  • Dry Needling certified by Integrated Dry Needling Provider (CIDN)

Services Offered

  • Physiotherapy
  • TMJ Physiotherapy
  • Manual Therapy
  • Medical Acupuncture
  • Dry Needling
  • Therapeutic Cupping
  • Shockwave Therapy
  • Focused practice in face, jaw, neck, shoulder and arm

Originally from the prairies, Patrick completed his Bachelor of Kinesiology at the University of Manitoba. Because of his interest in musculoskeletal anatomy and physiology, he moved out East to Ontario to complete his Master of Science in Physical Therapy at the University of Toronto. Since then, he has lived and practiced in Winnipeg and Vancouver, completing various continuing education courses in orthopaedics, exercise prescription, dry needling, acupuncture, manipulation, and therapeutic cupping.

He recently returned to Toronto (his favourite city thus far) in 2024 and is currently enrolled in a post-graduate Master of Clinical Science in Comprehensive Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy at Western University. Patrick has a particular clinical interest in the jaw (TMJ), neck and upper extremity, and is currently pursuing his CCTT designation (certified cervical and temporomandibular therapist) to further his knowledge and expertise in jaw and neck related pain. To complement this area of interest, he has completed advanced orthopaedic training in the assessment, diagnosis and management of all areas of the body, upper and lower quadrants.

Aside from clinical practice, Patrick is heavily involved in local and regional professional activity as well as clinical education. He has sat on executive committees for the provincial associations and regulating colleges in MB and BC, and will soon be throwing himself into the mix here in ON. He was the previous Chair of the BC Section of the National Orthopaedic Division (NOD) and is a current Executive Member for the Adjunct Education Committee of the NOD as well. He holds a clinical faculty appointment as an off-site clinical instructor for UBC, and is an examiner and instructor for PT Exam Prep, an organization that helps teach and prepare physiotherapy graduates to challenge their provincial licensing exams.

Outside of his busy clinical, committee, and educator life, you’ll find Patrick trying out new restaurants, cafes and bakeries around the city. A lover of anything sugary sweet, a coffee and croissant being his go-to treat!

Qualifications Registered Physiotherapist Cervical and Temporomandibular Therapist Acupunc... Read More

Qualifications

  • Registered Physiotherapist
  • Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physical Therapists (FCAMPT)
  • Acupuncture certified by Acupuncture Canada (AFCI)
  • Dry Needling certified by Integrated Dry Needling (CIDN)
  • GLA:D Canada Trained Practitioner: Managing hip and knee osteoarthritis

Services Offered

  • Physiotherapy (Complex Cases)
  • Manual Therapy, FCAMPT
  • Medical Acupuncture
  • Dry Needling
  • Shockwave Therapy
  • GLA:D Exercise Classes

Melanie MacKinnon graduated with an Honours Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology (HBScKIN) from Dalhousie University. She continued her studies at the University of Toronto where she received her Masters of Science in Physical Therapydegree, (MScPT). She advanced her Physical Therapy training by completing her Masters in Clinical Science Manipulative Therapy degree, (MClScManip) from the University of Western Ontario. She was extremely proud to become a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physical Therapists (FCAMPT) in 2009. Being a FCAMPT represents a commitment to ongoing learning, self-reflection and evidence based medicine. FCAMPTs are not only in Canada, but are part of an international organization, representing Physical Therapists from around the world. She is proud not only to be a Fellow of this association but to also have hired and mentored the other FCAMPT Physiotherapists who work at HPSM.

To complement the skills she learned in these programs, she chose to completed certification in acupuncture from Acupuncture Canada (AFCI), as well as dry needling from the Integrated Dry Needling (CIDN), programs. She has completed a variety of other complementary post-graduate physiotherapy courses relating to the diagnosis and treatment of movement impairment syndromes, mobilizations of joints with movement as well as the mobilization of the nervous and fascial system. She has also completed a number of population specific courses related to specific activities such as running and golf and others that address specific conditions such as osteoporosis.

She is passionate about Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and is deeply invested in teaching and mentoring at the entry level as well as post graduate level. She is currently the Co-coordinator and Lecturer for the Advanced Musculoskeletal Unit in the Masters of Science, Physical Therapy program, MScPT, in the Department of Physical Therapy at the University of Toronto. She also teaches and mentors within both the Orthopedic Divisions’ Advanced Manual and Manipulative Physical Therapy and Western University’s post-graduate Masters in Clinical Science Manipulative Therapy programs.

With a desire to become more involved within the National and InternationalPhysiotherapy community, Melanie is the Secretary and Treasurer for the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physical Therapists.

Melanie’s acupuncture training and certification is from Acupuncture Canada (AFCI). She is trained and certified in the use of dry needling from the Integrated Dry Needling (CIDN) program.

Melanie enjoys working with individuals of all ages, athletic or not, helping them to move better, with less pain, and get back to enjoying the activities that they want to do.

Qualifications Registered Physiotherapist Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Phy... Read More

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