A New Year is always a time to reflect on the past year and to set goals for success to 2016. 2015 was a wonderful year for RPM Physiotherapy, largely due to the overwhelming welcome by the Junction community and kind referrals from our clients, colleagues and friends. As such, I am excited to be able to introduce new members to our healthcare team and as a result, new services to offer to our current and prospective clientele.
These new services include acupuncture, pre and post natal massage, running rehabilitation, breast massage and baby massage. We will also be introducing a new workshop series that will include parent guided baby massage, stress management and fit-for-golf.
Please welcome this amazing group of talented healthcare practitioners to the RPM Physiotherapy team. I know that once you’ve met them you will be as excited as I am.
Jessica Rust – Registered Massage Therapist
Jessica has dedicated her career to enhancing the wellbeing of people’s physicality. She utilizes the modalities of Neuromuscular Integration and Structural Alignment; Cranial Sacral Therapy, Trigger Point Therapy, Reiki and Energetic Healing to that assist in the correction of the form. For parents she offers an instructional course on infant and baby massage, which has been shown to improve proprioception; communication and bonding between parent and child; the strengthening of the immune system among many other benefits for the baby. Jessica also teaches a Level 1 Meditation Course through the Training in Power Academy. Her wholistic approach and over twenty years experience create a full rounded approach to the healing of an individual. Contact Jessica directly at [email protected].
Orsi Timar – Registered Physiotherapist
Orsi is an empathetic and dedicated physiotherapist who has experience in treating a variety of orthopaedic conditions ranging from sport to repetitive strain impairments. She has a special interest in running injuries. Orsi is passionate about educating her clients about their condition and firmly believes in finding the root cause of the injury. Orsi includes clients as active participants in their recovery process in order to achieve sustainable success. Through evidence-informed practice, she uses a combination of manual therapy, exercise prescription, acupuncture, and taping to ensure clients receive the best available care and reach their full potential. Orsi graduated with a Master of Physical Therapy from the University of Western Ontario, where she also completed a thesis-based Master of Science in physiotherapy. Furthermore, she holds a Masters in Physical Education from Semmelweis University, Hungary. As a firm believer in life-long learning, she is regularly taking post-graduate courses in order to provide the most up-to-date and highest quality treatment for her clients. She is currently working on the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapy levels. Contact Orsi directly at [email protected].
Heather Heaney – Registered Massage Therapist
In 2005 Heather Heaney graduated from Sutherland -Chan school of Massage Therapy. As a registered massage therapist Deep Tissue, traditional Swedish massage, Therapeutic massage, Pregnancy massage and Breast massage are some of the techniques used in her practice. With many tools, Heather can help you choose the Therapy that best suits you.
+Melanie Stevens Sutherland, Clinic Director & Senior Orthopaedic and Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist
Melanie is a graduate of McMaster University and brings 20+ years of experience as a senior physiotherapist to Body Co. She has enjoyed a long tenure working with active populations at prestigious sport medicine clinics. Past clients include Provincial, National and Olympic level athletes as well as members of the National Football League, the Canadian Football League, the Ontario Hockey League, the American Hockey League, the National Lacrosse League and Major League Soccer.
Following the birth of her own children, Melanie developed a strong interest in women’s health. She has taken specialized courses in pelvic floor physiotherapy and women’s nutrition. She is passionate about helping women find strength and confidence in their post-natal bodies following pregnancy and delivery.
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