Kristin is a Registered Physical Therapist with a special interest in Sports Physical Therapy and Female Athlete Development. After graduating summa cum laude from SUNY Buffalo with a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, where she also played NCAA Division 1 Volleyball, she completed a Master’s degree in Physical Therapy at the University of Toronto.
Kristin has completed both the Advanced Neurofunctional Sports Performance Practitioner and the Main Contemporary Medial Acupuncture programs at McMaster University. She has since returned to the program as a Clinical Instructor. Kristin has also completed a course in Advanced Needling and Soft Tissue Techniques for the Elite Athlete. She has completed advanced training in manual therapy and is continuously striving to advance her knowledge of core recruitment and movement patterning as it relates to rehab, injury prevention and sports performance. She has experience working with professional and semi-professional athletes and has a keen interest in working with athletes to keep them performing well and participating in sport, for life.
Kristin employs a wide range of clinical skills and experiences. She enjoys the creative approach inherent to the Neurofunctional model and enjoys pushing the boundaries of what we believe to be possible with respect to injury rehabilitation and performance optimization.
Kristin’s personal experience with sport includes ballet, soccer, basketball, swimming and elite-level volleyball. She currently enjoys playing squash, skiing, cycling, running, and is always up for an outdoor adventure!
Kristin is a Registered Physical Therapist with a special interest in Sports Physical Therapy and...
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Karina earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Honours Kinesiology from Redeemer University College. She went on to receive her Masters of Physical Therapy from the University of Western Ontario in 2005. With a strong focus on developing her orthopedic and manual therapy skills, Karina went on to receive an Advanced Diploma in Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy (FCAMPT). In addition, Karina has received certification in Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation (GIMS), concussion management, vestibular rehabilitation, acupuncture and athletic taping.
Karina has a diverse skill set and has experience working with clients of all ages and treating a variety of neuromusculoskeletal injuries and conditions. Whether it’s acute or chronic, she thoroughly enjoys helping individuals embark or continue on their own unique journey towards better health and well-being.
Karina consistently encourages her clients to keep moving (“motion is lotion”) and models this in her own life. She currently enjoys running, swimming, cycling, golf, fitness training, and competing in triathlons. She has always had a keen interest in sports and has had personal experience with baseball, figure skating, basketball, track & field, and soccer. She loves being active with her kids and going for walks around the community with her husband.
Karina earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Honours Kinesiology from Redeemer University College...
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