Physiotherapy is a primary care, patient-focused health profession dedicated to improve quality of life by promoting movement, preventing disease, and managing acute and chronic conditions through the use of therapeutic exercises, and other interventions. Manual Therapy involves the use of highly specialized treatments to diagnose and resolve movement restrictions. Through the use of hands-on techniques, we can reduce muscle tightness,…

Acupuncture is an ancient form of Chinese medicine involving the insertion of acupuncture needles into the skin at specific points on the body to achieve a therapeutic effect.  Acupuncture is used to encourage natural healing, reduce or relieve pain and improve function of the affected areas on the body.  

… utilizes acupuncture needles, but is rooted in Western Medicine, to penetrate into deep muscle tissue to get contracted, shortened muscles to relax. The goal of the IMS is to release muscle shortening that may be pressing on irritated nerves or joints.

Kara received her Masters of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Alberta in 2014. Prior to this, she completed her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at the University of Calgary. While at school, Kara had the opportunity to further her knowledge in the area of rehabilitation by working with a variety of groups, including the University of Alberta…

Kristen graduated from the University of Calgary in 2012 with a Bachelors degree in Kinesiology. She realized her passion for rehabilitation after sustaining an ACL injury as a minor soccer player. However, it was her involvement with the University’s Fitness and Rehabilitation program that she fully recognized the important role exercise and rehabilitation play in helping others achieve their maximum…