Matt completed a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology in 2013 at Dalhousie University. During that time, he also worked with both Women’s Rugby and Men’s Hockey Varsity programs at Saint Mary’s University as a student trainer. As well he was as a research assistant at Dalhousie University. The focus of the research was on the effects of osteoarthritis on the hips and knees, and how osteoarthritis affects an individuals’ mobility and gait. These experiences led him back to Dalhousie University to complete his Master of Science in Physiotherapy in 2016.
He has continued his training with post-grad courses in Manual and Manipulation Therapy, Functional Dry Needling, Shockwave Therapy, and Osteoarthritis Management and Rehabilitation. He uses these skills to help people recover after joint surgery, workplace injuries, motor vehicle accidents, and in managing osteoarthritis.
During a patient’s assessment and treatments, their goals are discussed and addressed step by step. Treatment progress is based on the individual’s needs, and will include a mix of rehabilitation exercises, hands-on therapy, and other methods as needed.
When away from the clinic, Matt spends his time playing with his dog Maggie, camping, or gardening
Matt completed a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology in 2013 at Dalhousie University. During that ...
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Jenn graduated with a BSc in Physiotherapy from Dalhousie University in 2004 after completing her BSc in Chemistry from Saint Mary’s University. She spent 13 years in private practice before working with the military.
Jenn’s treatment approach involves compassionately listening to her clients concerns and developing a treatment plan to provide fast relief of pain and improved function while addressing the cause of the issue to prevent recurrences. Jenn has completed extensive postgraduate courses in manual therapy, taping, exercise prescription, acupuncture, dry needling, instrumented assisted soft tissue release, concussion rehab, vestibular treatment, personal training, bracing and golf related injuries. She has provided physiotherapy for various sporting events including CBU basketball games and the Cape Breton
Celtic Classic, a PGA Tour event.
In her spare time Jenn enjoys hiking, mountain biking, golfing, down hill skiing and live music.
Jenn graduated with a BSc in Physiotherapy from Dalhousie University in 2004 after completing her...
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Born in Halifax and raised in Fall River, Dr. Alex attended Acadia University where he graduated in 2017 with a Bsc. Kinesiology. This is where he found his passion for helping others move better, perform better, and get the the most out of their life! This led Dr. Alex to take his studies south of the border where he attended the New York Chiropractic College, of which he graduated in December of 2021.
Dr. Alex is a certified strength & conditioning specialist and during his time at Acadia worked alongside multiple varsity teams and local athletes in the Annapolis Valley. Through his education and clinical experience Dr. Alex has been able to work with patients of all ages, abilities, limitations, and underlying health conditions. Dr. Alex has extensive knowledge in anatomy, neurology, nutrition, biomechanics, movement assessment, exercise programming and rehabilitation. Combining his knowledge and experience Dr. Alex will make an individualized care plan for each patient depending on their needs to help them achieve their goals!
Born in Halifax and raised in Fall River, Dr. Alex attended Acadia University where he graduated ...
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Giselle graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology from St F.X. in 1997 followed by a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from Dalhousie University’s School of Physiotherapy in 2001. She has spent the last 20 years working in private practice in Dartmouth managing a varied caseload including pre and post operative rehab, acute and chronic sports injuries, repetitive strain injuries, concussion management, work place and motor vehicle accident injuries.
Throughout her career, Giselle has continued to source out post graduate education in areas of interest to her, and pertaining to her clients. This has include courses in Manual Therapy, Acupuncture, Dry Needling, Vestibular Rehabilitation, Pain Science, Concussion Management, Exercise Prescription and Sport First Responder Certification.
Giselle spends her time away from work managing a busy family and can often be found at a rink, baseball field, basketball court or lake with her husband and 3 daughters.
Giselle graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology from St F.X. in 1997 followed by a Bachel...
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Graduated from ICT Northumberland college of massage therapy in 2016. The focus of my practice is helping active lifestyle people get back to what they love doing. I work with a variety of patients with different conditions. I can always promise to help you, to make it easier on you, and will give you results from our sessions together. If you want a treatment that’ss going get you better, focus on the anatomy of the body and how your body moves.
My background as a massage therapist is deep tissue massage, myofasical release, trigger point release, neuromuscular, sports massage, and muscle energy techniques etc… Other then massage therapy I offer IASTM, gua sha, and vacuum cupping to help patients reach goals that are farther away within a quicker time frame.
A little more about me: I swam competitively for 14 years, surfed for 5 years, did track and cross country for 6 years, weight lifted for 12 years, as well as with a variety of other sports played throughout the years, all of which helped me get to where I am today with knowledge I learned from it.
Graduated from ICT Northumberland college of massage therapy in 2016. The focus of my practice is...
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