Alexa completed her Bachelor of Kinesiology at the University of Calgary and then went on to complete her Masters of Science in Physical Therapy at the University of Alberta. During this time, Alexa worked with a variety of populations and gained experience in cardiorespiratory (post-surgery), neurological (post-stroke and traumatic brain injury), and musculoskeletal (strains, sprains, and fractures) rehabilitation.

Alexa is passionate about creating individualized treatment plans that are targeted towards your goals. She utilizes comprehensive education, manual therapy skills, and personalized exercise programs to you get back to your desired level of activity and function.

Alexa loves being outdoors, and especially enjoys hiking, biking, skiing, and skating in the mountains. When staying in Calgary, she also likes playing field hockey, reading a good book, and trying out new food around the city.

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Bena completed her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology degree at the University of Calgary, where she then spent two years working at a private clinic as a Kinesiologist. Shortly after, she returned to school and completed her Master of Science in Physical Therapy degree from the University of Alberta. She has experience working with a variety of conditions in both the hospital and community-based settings with musculoskeletal injuries (ie. Strains, sprains, post-fractures), and neurological conditions (ie. Post-stroke, parkinsons, MS, etc).

Bena enjoys the challenge of putting together pieces of the puzzle to help determine the most effective treatment plan. She merges her manual therapy skills with an individualized exercise program to work alongside you to achieve your specific goals.

Bena has a strong passion to help a wide range of individuals with their recovery and has completed additional training in concussion and vestibular rehabilitation. Recently she started diving into the world of women’s pelvic health, and pre/post-natal care. She has a special interest in wrist and hand therapy as well.

When she’s not at the clinic, Bena enjoys spending time with her toddler, running, snowboarding, hiking, and reading a good book by the window.

Languages: English, Cantonese, Mandarin

Note: Concussion Treatment, Vestibular Treatment, Dry Needling. Women’s Pelvic Health

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Lisa graduated in 2010 with a Master of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Alberta. Since finishing her master’s degree Lisa has completed a variety of post-graduate training in advanced manual therapy courses as well as obtaining certification in Integrated Dry Needling and Acupuncture.

Manual therapy, needling techniques and specific exercise prescription are the main skills Lisa will use to help you achieve your goals whether they be to decrease pain or maximize function. In addition to orthopedic issues, she has taken a special interest in dizziness. She has training in assessing and treating benign paroxysmal positional vertigo and other vestibular disorders. Recently, Lisa has expanded in this area by adding concussion management to her clinical practice.

Before moving to Calgary, Lisa worked in Salmon Arm, B.C. She is an avid soccer player and also enjoys a variety of activities including hiking, golf, yoga and snowboarding.

Note: Vestibular Treatment, Concussion Treatment, Acupuncture, Dry Needling

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Rick is a graduate of the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy (CCMH) (2011). He is a current Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) with 2200 plus hours of training and a standing member of the National Health Practitioners of Canada (NHPC). Prior to this, Rick graduated from the Calgary College of Holistic Health at the University of Calgary (2007) specializing in Swedish relaxation techniques. Rick is also an accredited Bowen Therapist using the original Bowen Technique (2008).

As a conscientious therapist, Rick always utilizes various techniques including: Deep Tissue Treatment, Trigger Point Therapy, PNF Facilitated Stretching, Fascial or Connective tissue techniques, Joint Mobilizations as well as Swedish Relaxation Massage in accordance with situational treatments. Rick enjoys a clinical team environment to allow for referral and a greater recuperability to ones health.

Therapeutic Massage, repetitive strain disorders, Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMJ), postural ergonomic recognition are just a few of the many treatments provided.

As an athlete and former personal trainer, Rick has a sound understanding of exercise form and function.

Note: Lymphatic Drainage, TMJ

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Miranda completed her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology degree at the University of Lethbridge, where she worked with a variety of sports teams as a trainer. Miranda then completed her Master of Science in Physical Therapy degree from the University of Alberta. She loves to work with a variety of populations from athletes to those just starting their rehabilitation journey. She has experience working with musculoskeletal injuries such as strains and sprains, as well as chronic pain patients, including those recovering from motor vehicle accidents. In the past she has worked closely with post-operative rehab for knee surgeries such as ACL and MPFL reconstructions.

Miranda loves to work with patients to create a plan that works for them to get them back to the activities they love. She works towards their end goals by utilizing manual therapy skills, education, dry needling and specific individualized exercise plans. Additional training that she has includes chronic pain, dry needling, and manual therapy courses. She has a special interest in knee injuries, but will always take on a new challenge.

Miranda loves the outdoors, and you can usually find her in the mountains on the weekends. Outside of work, she also enjoys going to the gym, playing hockey, boxing, or finding a new houseplant to add to her collection. She loves to try new hiking trails so be sure to give her your recommendations!

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Joel is one of the owners of Richmond Physiotherapy & Massage and one of our physiotherapists. He graduated in 2002 from McMaster University as part of the first Masters of Science in Physiotherapy class in Canada.

Joel uses various assessment and treatment techniques including manual therapy, acupuncture, trigger point dry needling, soft tissue release, electro-modalities and exercise prescription to help his patients with all types of musculoskeletal conditions including strains, sprains, fractures, etc. He also has a special interest in treating hand and forearm injuries.

Joel is passionate about helping his patients get back to the activities and hobbies that they love.

Outside of the clinic, Joel can be found spending time with his family, or coaching and playing hockey, lacrosse, rugby, baseball, ringette, soccer, basketball and skiing.

Note: Acupuncture, Dry Needling

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To those of you that have not met me before, I am Tamara. I am your go-to girl for body sculpting.

I love anything and everything health and beauty related. A perfectionist at heart, I aim to make each of clients look and feel their very best!

To those of you that have not met me before, I am Tamara. I am your go-to girl for body sculpting... Read More

Bill is a graduate of Alberta Massage Training (2011) and the Turner Institute of Orthopedic Massage (2013). He is a member in good standing of the Natural Health Practitioners of Canada (NHPC) with 2200 hours of training.

With his experience at The University of Calgary Medical Skills Centre & Standardized Patient Program, Bill worked alongside doctors and medical students to assist with case studies. This has become the cornerstone of his practice, highlighting the importance of communication with his clients. Bill enjoys the collaborative effort of working with each patient to maximize their well being and has treated conditions such as migraines, sciatica, lower back pain, repetitive strain disorders, stiff joints, and stress, to name a few.

Bill believes that the learning process never stops, and that continued education is beneficial for both Bill and his clients. Bill utilizes various techniques including: therapeutic, orthopedic (injury rehabilitation), kinetic (joint movement), myofascial decompression (soft tissue treatment), IASTM (instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization), static and dynamic cupping.

In his spare time, Bill loves to spend time in the mountains, biking, reading, and going to the movies.

Languages: English and Greek

Note: Foot Reflexology

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