REGISTERED PHYSIOTHERAPISTS:

Sarah Sinkgraven, Director and RPT

Sarah graduated from the University of Waterloo with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Health Studies and from Queen’s University with a Master’s of Science in Physical Therapy. Prior to completing her degree in Physical Therapy, Sarah was employed as a Physical Therapy Assistant. She has extensive knowledge in, but not limited to, a variety of orthopaedic conditions, motor-vehicle accidents, and workplace safety and insurance board (WSIB) claims.

As a registered Physiotherapist in Ontario, Sarah values the importance of therapist-patient relationship. She enjoys getting to know her patients and creating a rehabilitation program that is individualized and centred around the patient’s personal goals. Sarah uses a combination of manual therapy, education, modalities, and targeted exercises to treat her patients. She emphasizes the importance of prevention from injury, and thus ensures all patients have the knowledge and home exercises they need to be successful upon discharge.

Sarah continues to pursue post-graduate courses to further her skills, including Acupuncture & Dry Needling, Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction, Lumbar Neurosensitivity, SHIFT Concussion Assessment, and Concussion Rehab Works. Sarah has completed her Diploma of Advanced Orthopaedic Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy Level 1 and plans to continue taking advanced manual therapy courses to provide effective, evidence-based treatments.

Sarah has had the opportunity over her career to be apart of the Canadian Alliance of Physiotherapy Regulators marking and examination of the written and practical competency exams. She has also had the privilege of being nominated and receiving Milton’s Favourite Physiotherapist award in both 2017 and 2018 (Platinum and Gold respectively). In her free time Sarah enjoys golfing, hiking, running, and time at home with her family.

Sarah’s Hours:

Monday: 10:00am – 4:30pm

Tuesday: 12:00pm – 7:00pm

Wednesdays: 10:00 – 4:30pm

Thursday: 12:00pm – 7:00pm

Friday: 10:00am – 5:00pm

Saturdays: Twice a month, 10:00am – 1:00pm

Brenda Azzopardi, Director and RPT

Brenda graduated with Honours with a Bachelor of Science degree in Physiotherapy from The University of Malta. During her years working as a physiotherapist in Malta she has worked in both the private outpatient and hospital inpatient setting. Through this, she has built up a broad platform of knowledge by treating different clients, with conditions ranging from but not limited to orthopaedic, respiratory and neurological.

Having had the opportunity to work closely in different settings with clients from the paediatric through to geriatric generations offers Brenda an insight to individualised treatment plans.  She enjoys tailoring care to each client’s specific needs and lifestyle limitations with a professional, friendly and light-natured approach.  She likes to use a variety of treatments, including electrotherapy, manual therapy and always emphasizes the importance of an individualized exercise and stretching programme. Collaborating with the client and achieving mutually set therapy goals is important to her. Brenda also has a broad experience with WSIB and MVA cases. Always ready to answer your questions, she will work with you to guide you through your rehabilitation process.

In her quest to offer her clients the best care possible, Brenda prioritises furthering studies in manual therapy and has a particular interest in temporomandibular joint disorders. She looks forward to broadening her knowledge and is planning on pursuing a Master’s Degree. In addition to registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario and the Canadian Physiotherapy Association, Brenda holds an APPI certificate in Pilates Matwork 1 and Aromatherapy. She is also certified in Acupuncture and Dry Needling.

In her spare time, Brenda enjoys spending time with her family and new puppy “Roxy”.  An avid sports fan, she loves basketball and soccer, and enjoys shooting a few hoops or playing rec volleyball! She also has a passion for travel and the outdoors.

Brenda’s Hours:

Monday: 12:00am – 7:00pm

Tuesday: 9:30am – 4:30pm

Wednesday: 11:00am – 7:00pm

Thursday: 11:00pm – 5:00pm

Jacqueline Ma, RPT

Jacqueline graduated from the University of Waterloo with a Bachelor’s of Science degree, co-operative program in Kinesiology and from Western University with a Master’s of Science in Physical Therapy. From her placements, she got to treat a variety of orthopaedic, post-op, sports injuries and neurological conditions.  She had the opportunity to work with the paediatric population and geriatrics in different settings.

Jacqueline is committed to empowering others to achieve their goals through a client-entered approach that combines individualized exercise prescription, manual therapy and education. She believes in the importance evidence-based treatment for the prevention and self-maintenance strategies for injuries and hope to help patients actively take charge of their own rehabilitation journey.

Jacqueline plans on pursing post-graduate courses such as Acupuncture & Dry Needling, advanced manual therapy level courses to further refine her skills and knowledge in providing the best care for her patients.

In her free time Jacqueline enjoys swimming, spending time outdoors hiking and skiing, and spending time with family.

Jacqueline’s Hours:

Monday: 12:00pm – 7:00pm

Tuesday: 10:30am – 5:30pm

Wednesday: 10:30am – 5:30pm

Thursday: 12:00pm – 7:00pm

Friday: 10:00am – 5:00pm

REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPISTS:

Pawel Glowacki, RMT

Pawel graduated from the Centennial College Massage Therapy program in 2009. He is an experienced Registered Massage Therapist with seven years of professional practice under his belt.  He has worked in a clinical setting throughout his career and treated a large variety of conditions and injuries. These conditions include: trauma and repetitive strain soft tissue injuries, postural dysfunction, chronic pain conditions, neurological conditions such as Parkinson’s Disease and Multiple Sclerosis (MS), fibromyalgia, prenatal conditions, arthritis and other degenerative conditions, as well as many other musculoskeletal ailments.

In his years of practice, Pawel has cared for a wide range of clients of all ages, in many different careers and jobs, and all levels of physical activity.  He has a holistic approach to treatment focusing on all aspects of each client rather than just the symptoms they present. He believes massage therapy is extremely helpful in preventing soft tissue injury and discomfort before they affect a person’s daily life.

Pawel’s Hours:

Monday: 10:00am – 2:00pm

Wednesday: 3:00pm – 7:00pm

Michael Klodt, RMT

Michael graduated from Everest College in 2008 for Registered Massage Therapy and has been practising in rehabilitation clinics for over nine years. Over the years he has specialized in treating sports injuries and has a lot of experience with runners specifically.  Michael’s area of interest lie in focusing on deep tissue modalities, but he is still able to put people into a relaxed sleep with a deep but rhythmic technique.

Michael has taken additional training in ART (Active Release Technique) for the muscles of the torso and neck, as well as in therapeutic hot stone massage. Hot stone massage utilizes heated stones to warm the tissue, before working into the muscle groups, as well as to soothe and relax the muscle after treatment.

Michael is a dedicated health professional who is devoted to the wellness of his clients. He is very versatile in his treatment techniques and is able to mold his treatment to the style you prefer or need.

Michael’s Hours:

Friday: 10:00am – 5:00pm

Saturdays: 10:00am – 3:00pm

MANUAL OSTEOPATHIC PRACTITIONER:

Randy Pedersen, Manual Osteopath

After graduating from McMaster University with his Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, Randy perused his interests in human anatomy and movement at George Brown College’s Prosthetics and Orthotics program. This is where he learned the science and the art of assessing and fabricating prosthetic and orthotic (custom orthopaedic bracing) devices for individuals with limb disorders. Building on that background, Randy continued his education in the Pedorthic field and became a Canadian Board Certified Pedorthist or C.Ped(C). They are one of the few healthcare professionals trained in the assessment of lower limb anatomy and muscle and joint function.

Randy was introduced to osteopathy as a heath care field via his children’s participation in elite sport. He was intrigued with the philosophy of osteopathy and how osteopathic manual practitioners examine and treat the whole body as an inter-related dynamic unit of function- looking for the cause of dysfunction and not just the result or pain. Following his keen interest in osteopathy, Randy attended the 4 year, principles based Osteopathic program at the Canadian Academy of Osteopathy where he earned his certification as a Master of Practice in Osteopathic Manipulative Science (M.OMSc.) and is OSTCAN certified.

Randy’s Hours:

Monday: 10:00pm – 7:00pm

Friday: 10:00am – 5:00pm

SUPPORT STAFF:

Administrative Assistant:

 Ada Ly is always there to lend a helping hand or make us laugh! This lovely lady is an expert in all your billing and scheduling enquiries, including direct billing to insurance companies as well as WSIB and MVA claims. She is always there to answer any questions you have or direct you to someone who can help! We absolutely would not know what to do without her daily help!

Physiotherapy Assistant:

Dan Torres is currently pursuing a BA in Kinesiology and Health Science degree at York University, hoping to pursue a career in physical therapy. He played rep volleyball for 6 years and continues to play recreationally at school and with his friends! He loves to engage in all-things health, wellness, pets, and self-care.

Dan first found his interest in physical therapy when he was being treated for a knee injury back when he was 15 years old. He saw how important physical recovery was for mental health and accredited the physiotherapy work to his achievements.  In his future career, Dan wants to apply this direct correlation between physical and mental health to all clients in need to make them feel great in all aspects of life!