I graduated with a Baccalaureate of Science in Physical Therapy from Queen’s University in 1988. I completed my Canadian Manipulative Physiotherapy examinations in 1997, which qualify me to manipulate both the peripheral and spinal joints. I have received my Advanced Diploma in Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy and am a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Therapy.
Manipulative therapy takes a systematic, problem-solving approach to patient treatment that has a sound scientific and clinical basis. As a manual / manipulative therapist, I provide comprehensive conservative management for spinal, extremity and temporomandibular joint neuromusculoskeletal dysfunction. A very thorough biomechanical assessment precedes and determines treatment.
I have 22 years of clinical experience in orthopaedics & sports injury assessment and treatment in the Ottawa area. I feel that a manual / manipulative physiotherapist is a valuable asset to a health care team for both prevention of injury, and for treatment of injury.
I am the owner of The Centre for Manual Physiotherapy. My clinic and the physiotherapists that work with me strive to provide the utmost in effective and efficient treatment, and we all maintain our high level of physiotherapy assessment and treatment through regular post-graduate educational courses.
I have been fortunate to work with the talented musicians of the National Arts Centre Orchestra for over 10 years now, and travel with them on overseas tours. Experience with these musicians has given me a great perspective on treating injuries associated with all orchestral musicians.
I am privileged to practice Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation and have done so since November 2003. This treatment technique is a significant adjunct to my manual therapy skills.
P3 Physiotherapy, 8169 Victoria Street in Metcalfe, Ontario is my newest adventure in providing patients with the same care as I offer in Ottawa, but in a rural setting. Call 613.821.1121 for an appointment.
Clinical Interests/Research:
- Lumbo-Pelvic Disorders
- Lower Limb/Pelvic Alignment Disorders
- Musician's Medicine