(Registered Physiotherapist/ Dry Needling Practitioner/Pelvic Floor Rehab) Ritu has a passion for helping others in resolving health issues. Her growing interest in the health and wellness of the body led her to pursue a Physiotherapy career.

With her caring and creative spirit, she designs unique mobility and function-enhancing treatment interventions through manual therapy, stretching, and strengthening. Her treatment is focused on patient education, individualized exercise programs, and prevention strategies.

She deals with an extensive range of patients from chronic pains, vestibular rehab. motor vehicle accidents and concussion management ,shoulder, hip, and knee injuries to post-surgical, organ transplant, and Brain injury rehabilitation. She enjoys working with seniors who have diverse needs. She implements strength training programs, balance, mobility, and functional movements particularly helping people progress through their rehabilitation and recovery. She has also worked with the pediatric population for conditions such as delayed milestones, cerebral palsy, and Muscular dystrophies.

She believes in the latest evidence-based treatment practices and always emphasizes personal career development through new courses and workshops.

In her personal time, she enjoys swimming, exercising, hiking and traveling across the world; as well as spending time with family and friends

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Physical Therapist. Certified in Manual Therapy Level 2, Manipulative Therapy, and Functional Dry Needling. Education: Masters of Science in Physical Therapy and Bachelor of Kinesiology from the University of Alberta.

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Physical Therapist & Managing Partner

Certifications: Certified Manipulative Therapist, Certified Acupuncture Practitioner, Certified Gunn IMS Practitioner, GLA:D Certification

Cindy graduated from the University of Alberta in 1980 with distinction and in 1998 she completed her Master’s degree. Cindy is certified in acupuncture, and IMS, and has completed her Intermediate and Advanced Diploma in Manipulative Therapy. In addition, Cindy has completed courses in Osteoporosis Treatment Strategies and Advanced Therapeutic Taping. Having multiple years of education and practice under her belt, Cindy enjoys continuing her education in order to remain up to date with the new innovative practices coming to light every year. The learning never stops!

Cindy enjoys educating young physiotherapists, and taught Advanced Therapeutic Exercise in the Faculty of Rehabilitation of Medicine at the University of Alberta. Her strong interest in the role of exercise in rehabilitation resulted in her mentorship of kinesiology students over the past 7 years.

Cindy has extensive experience treating chronic low back pain, motor vehicle injuries and all sports related injuries. She is currently listed as an Injury Management Consultant for automobile insurance claims in the province of Alberta.

Cindy is certified in the GLA:D Education and Exercise Program that is geared towards helping patients with hip or knee osteoarthritis (OA) to manage their pain while also building strength and range of motion for a more active life. She has recently received her GLA:D back certification and is looking forward to use her new education on patients with back OA.

Avid golfer? Cindy also has an interest in golf pre-hab. With the help of the exercise therapists, she has developed her own program for patients looking to go into the next golf season with the proper tools to remain injury free throughout their season.

Cindy enjoys experiencing all that nature has to offer and is an avid hiker. Travelling and spending time with her family are her passions. She recently completed a 3 year Master Life Coaching Course in Boston.

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Physical Therapist and Managing Partner

Certifications: Certified Acupuncture Practitioner Certified Gunn IMS Practitioner Certified Spinal Manipulative Therapist Pre/Postnatal and Pelvic Health Practitioner

Emily graduated from the University of Alberta in 2004 with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy. In 2006, she pursued studying acupuncture and completed her certification through the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute. In 2009, she was certified in Spinal Manipulative Therapy. In 2011, Emily completed her certification of Gunn IMS (Intramuscular Stimulation). She is currently pursuing her Pregnancy and Postpartum Physical Therapy certification through the American Physical Therapy Section on Women’s Health. In order to keep her skills current and applicable to her clients, Emily has taken a number of complimentary courses including Fit Fore Golf, Assessment & Treatment of TMJ, Therapeutic Taping and Osteoporosis Treatment Strategies. She believes strongly in client education and researched based techniques. Practicing both nationally and internationally, Emily has had experience working in Jasper, Montreal, and Adelaide, Australia.

Emily has taught injury prevention classes at various Running Room locations in Edmonton and St. Albert. She has also written physical therapy columns for the St. Albert Gazette. Emily’s experience encompasses treating sport injuries, post surgical rehabilitation, patients injured in motor vehicle accidents, as well as a variety of common aches and pains.

Emily is an active supporter for cancer research, including involvement with Run for the Cure, Movember, Bust a Move and the Cross Cancer Institute Triathlon.

In her spare time, Emily enjoys spending time with her husband and 4 kids, participating in community events with family and friends, and staying active with recreational running, golfing and yoga.

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Physical Therapist Intern /

Zafer holds Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy and rehabilitation from Dokuz Eylul University in Turkey, obtained in 2012.

With a rich and varied background, Zafer has garnered experience across diverse healthcare settings, including hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and private clinics. Over the past decade, Zafer has practiced with patients spanning a wide age range, from toddlers to octogenarians.

Throughout his professional journey, Zafer has remained dedicated to offering patient-centered care with a holistic approach, always striving to tailor his treatments to meet each individual’s unique needs. Known for his empathetic nature, Zafer is a proficient listener who values open communication with his patients.

At home, Zafer finds joy in the company of his wife and their cat, creating a warm and welcoming environment. In his leisure time, Zafer indulges in his love for soccer, actively engaging in matches to stay fit. He also enjoys immersing himself in the world of cinema, exploring diverse genres and stories through movies.

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Jennifer is currently off on maternity leave and plans to return January 2025

Jennifer graduated from the University of Alberta in 2014 with a Masters of Science in Physical Therapy and a Bachelors in Physical Education in 2011.

Jennifer completed her acupuncture certification through the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute in February 2016 and her Gokavi Transverse Technique certification in November 2016. This is a dry needling technique that can be combined with electro stimulation for muscle and myofascial injuries. She has also earned her Certificate in Peripheral Joint Manipulation, Certificate in Spinal Joint Manipulation, has completed her Part A’s in Advanced Orthopaedic and Manual Manipulative Physiotherapy, and has her K-taping Certification.

Jennifer was part of the University of Alberta Pandas Volleyball program from 2008-2011. Her passion for volleyball and rehabilitation lead her to do a summer internship with the head therapist of the Canadian National Women’s Volleyball Team. While working with the national team, Jennifer furthered her knowledge of sport injuries and returning athletes to play. She also volunteered her time with the University of Alberta Pandas volleyball team in their 2013-2014 season as a consulting therapist.

In her free time, Jennifer enjoys spending time outside with her son, working out, hiking, and taking her two dogs out for a walk.

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Daekook Nekar

Designations: BPT, MScPT

Title: Physical Therapist Intern

Daekook Nekar graduated from Sun Moon University in South Korea with a Bachelor of Physical Therapy and a Master of Science in Physical Therapy. With four years of research experience in neurorehabilitation and musculoskeletal research, his work has focused on using augmented reality-based exercises to support children with developmental disorders and adults recovering from athletic injuries.

Daekook recently passed the written component of the Canadian Physiotherapy Competency Examination and is currently working toward full licensure in Alberta. He remains current in his field through ongoing research and continuing education. As an internationally educated physiotherapist, Daekook is fluent in English, French, and Korean, enabling him to provide treatment comfortably in all three languages.

Daekook views effective rehabilitation as a partnership with patients, empowering them to actively engage in their recovery. He is committed to equipping patients with the tools, knowledge, and confidence necessary to take charge of their healing process and achieve lasting, meaningful progress.

Outside of work, Daekook enjoys staying active through soccer and pickleball and has a passion for cooking and exploring different cultures.

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Designations: BSc, BSc(PT), FCAMT, CGIMS, CAFCI, MCPA

Title: Physical Therapist and Managing Partner

Certifications: Certified Acupuncture Practitioner, IMS Practitioner, Certified Manipulative Therapist

Fraser graduated from the University of Alberta in 1993. In 1997, Fraser obtained an Intermediate Diploma in Manipulative Therapy, and in 1998 he received his Advanced Diploma in Manipulative Therapy. In 2008, he completed his certification in Gunn IMS. In 2009, Fraser earned his acupuncture certification from the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute. Fraser is now certified in the use of Radial Shockwave Therapy. Fraser continues to stay current by participating in various continuing education courses.

Fraser has extensive experience treating sports injuries, work related injuries and injuries arising from motor vehicle accidents. Listed as a Clinical Assistance Professor with the University of Alberta, Fraser has helped train many successful Physical Therapists.

In his spare time, Fraser enjoys being active with tennis, cross country skiing and paddle boarding.

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Roman graduated from Queens University in 2000 with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy. He holds an Intermediate and Advanced Diploma in Manipulative Therapy and is registered to perform spinal manipulations. He is certified to provide Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation Technique and Acupuncture. He continues to stay current by participating in various continuing education courses.

Roman has significant experience working with athletic injuries and therapeutic taping techniques. He also has experience developing return to work strategies for both motor vehicle and work related accidents. Roman in a Filipino-Canadian and is comfortable providing treatment in Tagalog.

Roman believes that successful rehabilitation is not just the reduction of pain and return to function, but also an understanding of the condition and a self management plan.

When he is not working, Roman enjoys spending time with his family.

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Saravanan graduated from the TN Dr. MGR Medical university in India in 2004 and in 2007 he completed his Master’s degree. Saravanan is certified in acupuncture, and IMS, and has completed his spinal manipulative therapy. In addition, Saravanan has completed courses in Advanced Graston technique and Advanced Vestibular rehabilitation. Saravanan believes in learning is a lifelong process as there is a saying “what we know is a drop, what we don’t know is an ocean”. Saravanan upgrades his knowledge every year by participating in different courses to remain up to date. Yes, the learning never stops! Saravanan has special interest in treating chronic neck pain, low back pain, sports related injuries. Saravanan uses is experience and knowledge in identifying the root cause of the pain to maximise movement and function to improve the health and wellbeing of the patients. Saravanan enjoys driving, hiking, and exploring new places. Also enjoys spending time with his family and playing with his kid. His kid loves his dad.

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