Kristin has been practicing as an Athletic Therapist for the past 13 years and obtained a BSc Kinesiology degree from Western University, an Honours Bachelor of Applied Health Sciences (Athletic Therapy) degree from Sheridan College, and a MSc in Athletic Training and Sports Medicine degree from the University of Florida. In addition to being a Certified Athletic Therapist, Kristin is also a Registered Massage Therapist, Registered Kinesiologist, and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist.

Kristin uses a combination of Neurokinetic Therapy, soft tissue mobilizations, myofascial release techniques and corrective exercises to correct the cause of the pain and optimize musculoskeletal function. She has also completed the Neurofunctional Medical Acupuncture program at McMaster University and uses acupuncture to complement her treatments and to regulate the neuromuscular system.

Kristin works with Gymnastics Canada (National Trampoline and Tumbling teams) and teaches in the Fitness and Health Promotion program at Humber College. When not at work, she enjoys working out, being outdoors and spending time with friends and family.

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Education:

Canadian College of Osteopathy (1993-1997) Nursing diploma, University of Alberta Hospital School of Nursing

Credentials/Continuing Education Highlights:

Craniosacral Therapy 1 & 2 (CST) - Upledger Institute Somatoemotional Release - Upledger Institute Pediatric CST - Upledger Institute Myofascial Release - Upledger Institute Neuromuscular Integration and Structural Alignment (NISA) Breathing Pattern Disorders Hypnosis for Pain Management Critical Care Certification, Burns and Plastic Surgery Experience/Field Work University of Alberta Hospital, Burns and Plastic Surgery Wellesley Hospital Burn Unit, Toronto Osteopathy Clinic, Toronto Riverside Massage Therapy and Wellness Clinic, Fergus

Philosophy:

Karie’s focus is on balancing the autonomic nervous system utilizing the principles of cranial osteopathy which corrects abnormal tensions found in the structures of the cranium, sacrum, and spine.

Treatments are gentle and relaxing and her clients appreciate her passion for teaching them how their body works and what they can do to help themselves through home-based care.

While there are many conditions that may benefit from Craniosacral Therapy, some of the more frequent issues Karie treats include migraine headaches, vertigo, tinnitus, temporomandibular dysfunction, neck and shoulder pain.Karie has a particular interest in post-concussive syndromes and can develop a comprehensive treatment plan to address the symptoms of her clients.

Personal experience/interests:

Karie is a long-time skier and sailor and enjoys the fresh and nature at every opportunity. A lifelong fascination with psychology and motivation makes for plenty of ongoing reading and podcast listening.

Favourite bone:

The sphenoid and occipital bones are the main motor of the craniosacral mechanism and when they are moving well together, it’s a thing of beauty, allowing clients to experience harmony and balance.

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Drew’s passion for Physiotherapy dates back to his years as a teenage athlete. Having sustained several shoulder dislocations playing hockey, he is no stranger to the rehabilitation journey. His personal experience with injury led to many hours spent in physiotherapy clinics where he developed a passion and appreciation for physiotherapy to keep him active and playing the sport he loves.

Drew’s goal is to teach his clients the tools to understand and manage their pain so they can return to what keeps them moving. He has worked with a wide range of patients; from grandparents looking to get back to chasing their grandkids to gym goers aiming to crush their personal records.

In his day to day practice, Drew takes a global approach to assess and treat movement dysfunctions. He focuses on faulty movement patterns to find and address the source of the problem rather than chasing pain. A typical session with Drew includes movement and muscle testing, manual therapy, and sharing plenty of at-home exercises that will aid progress.

A lifelong learner, Drew is constantly in pursuit of new courses, striving to learn different ways to help his patients each day. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from the University of Prince Edward Island and a Master of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Toronto. When he’s not in the clinic, you can often find Drew at a hockey rink coaching or playing, at a live show supporting his favourite bands, or honing his skills at Rock Oasis for his newfound love of bouldering.

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Dr. Kyle MacIntyre earned his Honours Bachelor of Science degree in Life Sciences from McMaster University before attaining his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto. He has completed additional training in Neurokinetic Therapy and Functional Integrated Acupuncture through the FIT Institute which focused on pain management and sports injury management techniques.

Kyle’s passion to become a chiropractor began when chiropractic care helped him overcome several sports injuries in high school. These experiences showed him the importance of chiropractic care in treating musculoskeletal injuries, as well as the impact it can have on improving athletic performance and general well-being. As a runner, triathlete and hockey player, he understands the importance of using chiropractic care to manage and prevent injuries.

His areas of special interest include concussions, sports injuries, running injuries, neck and low back pain and enhancing athletic performance. Kyle combines chiropractic care, contemporary medical acupuncture, myofascial release techniques and active rehabilitation; combining them into an individualized care plan for each patient. His commitment is to return every patient back to the activities that they enjoy doing, while promoting a healthy active lifestyle.

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Evgeny graduated from Western University in 2017 with a Masters of Physical Therapy after receiving his Bachelor of Biological and Medical Sciences, with an Honors Specialization in Physiology, from Western University in 2015.

As an avid athlete throughout his life, he understands the importance of rehabilitation and the value of living life pain-free following many of his own sports injuries. As a physical therapist and rehabilitation specialist, Evgeny is committed to developing a comprehensive, evidence-based, and patient-centered wellness plan for his clients. His treatment philosophy is focused on patient education, manual therapy and exercise prescription to help clients achieve their goal and return to activities that they love. Evgeny is dedicated to maintaining the highest standard of care for his clients, and to this end intends to pursue his professional development in several areas. To date, he has completed courses in the Mulligan Concept Lower Quadrant, Active Release Therapy, and has obtained his Level 1 Certification in Manual Therapy from the Orthopaedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association. In addition, he intends to advance his skillset through a variety of post-graduate studies such as certification in NKT, acupuncture, dry needling, and pursuing FCAMPT status.

Outside of providing exceptional patient experiences, Evgeny participates in various sports such as volleyball, tennis, boxing, and weightlifting. In addition, Evgeny has been the head coach of the 17U Girls team at Venom Volleyball Club in the Ontario Volleyball Association. He also volunteers as an assistant volleyball coach at Pleasant View Middle School, Sir John A. Macdonald Collegiate Institute and Bounce Volleyball Club. He is looking forward to meeting you and helping you meet your rehabilitative goals with you at Shift.

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Education:

Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine Eight Branches College of Eastern Medicine, Toronto

Credentials/Continuing Education Highlights:

Yin Yang Nine Needles Acupuncture Master Tung Acupuncture Sculp & Abdomen Acupuncture Zen Moxibustion Mater Li Scraping (Gua Sha in Chinese)

Philosophy:

Christine applies a detail-oriented method to understand and treat pains and disorders. After asking detailed questions, examining closely the pulse, the tongue and the affected body (shape, color, temperature, marks etc.), Christine will come up with TCM pathogenesis, diagnosis and treatment plan. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) holds a holistic view to human beings and treats both body & mind simultaneously. Clients may find comprehensive changes and cellular level recovery through a long-term meeting with Traditional Chinese Medicine. “Every human being is the author of his own health or disease.” The sickness provides a great opportunity for us to enhance our life by re-reading the book of our body and its disorders. Christine would like to accompany clients to go through the re-examination/interpretation of our body, and also provide solutions for clients to resolve pains and disorders, strengthen body-mind connection and further improve our life. Digestion (e.g. transmission and transportation of food/nutrients under TCM) is the guarantee for recovery. Christine pays great attention to digestion issues. Gynecological disorders are the core issues for women health. Christine also treats dysmenorrhea, headache/general aching/diarrhea during period, emotional dysregulation related to period, heavy period/amenorrhea and menopause syndrome.

Personal experience/interests: “Traveling 10,000 miles is even better than reading 10,000 books” is an old Chinese saying. Besides reading Traditional Chinese Medicine books, Christine likes to explore the world through hiking.

Favourite body parts: To help clients to be active and movable, Christine pays great attention to the lower back, the belly and the thighs. By applying needles in acupoints, combing with moxa to warm them up, or even with the support of TCM herbs to tonify muscles/tendons/bones, Christine helps patients to regain their strength and control over their bodies.

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Phillip uses a functional holistic assessment and treatment style that identifies the complex nature of each individual’s pain experience. Through a detailed interview and assessment process, Phillip develops a treatment plan to tackle the physical and psychosocial factors contributing to musculoskeletal pain and movement disorders. Personalized treatment and care consists of acupuncture and dry needling techniques, soft tissue release, joint mobilization and guided corrective exercise to eliminate compensatory movement patterns and resolve the root of the problem instead of chasing symptoms. Having undergone extensive self rehabilitation to correct deeply ingrained dysfunctional movement patterns from untreated sport injuries, Phillip approaches his patients with a personal understanding that allows him to treat complex and long standing injuries with great success. Phillip continues to stay active through golf, weight lifting, cycling and chasing around his two young children.

Phillip obtained his Master’s in Physiotherapy at the University of Toronto. Prior to becoming a physiotherapist, Phillip earned an Honours degree in Human Kinetics with a Psychology minor from the University of Windsor. Phillip holds a Contemporary Medical Acupuncture certificate from McMaster University and has attained Fellowship status with the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapy.

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NKT, SFMA, Contemporary Medical Acupuncture, AiM.

I would love to see people before they start a new season, sport, or on a “check up” basis. I take a global approach to functional movement to re-pattern what muscles aren’t firing correctly so that I can optimize your biomechanics, and allow you to do what you love pain-free, and to the best of your ability. That may involve soft tissue work, motor control assessment and re-patterning, functional movement techniques, lots of foot work, and electroacupuncture if tolerated. I treat a lot of crossfitters and rugby players to help them rehab injuries and up their game.

My other treatment passion is music and entertainment. I’ve been fortunate to work with a number of bands, dancers and the WWE over the years and help them all rock out. It’s a really fun part of my job, given my obsession with live music.

A little more history: Jamie obtained her Masters in Physiotherapy with distinction from Leeds Metropolitan University in the United Kingdom after completing an honours degree in Kinesiology at the University of Western Ontario. She was fortunate to spend the majority of her spare time in Leeds interning with Leeds’ professional rugby union team, the Leeds Tykes. She applied the experience she gained with the Tykes as the rinkside physiotherapist for the Marlies Midget AAA hockey team and the 2009 U23 Ontario women’s rugby team. Jamie is certified in NKT (level 3), Medical Acupuncture, Rocktape, and Anatomy in Motion’s Finding Centre course. In her spare time, Jamie pursues a variety of sports interests. She competed for many years on the A-level equestrian circuit, and is an avid runner, having completed her first half-marathon in 2001. Her other sports interests include crossfit, basketball, rugby, swimming and she is a certified level 1 CSIA ski instructor.

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Kieri completed her Masters of Science in Physical Therapy at the University of Toronto. Prior to this she obtained a Bachelors degree from the University of British Columbia in Kinesiology.

As an athlete involved in national and varsity level soccer and other recreational sports, she has a passion for sports specific and preventative rehabilitation. Her goal is to return athletes to their highest level of performance, and assist all populations in maintaining an active and healthy lifestyle while remaining pain-free and engaged in activities they love.

During assessment and treatment she likes to get the client as involved as possible and incorporates the use of manual therapy, education and strength and conditioning. She enjoys treating a variety of issues, all ages and all populations.

Kieri is certified in Neurokinetic Therapy, Medical Acupuncture and Pelvic Health.

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Kaylin graduated in 2009 from Trillium College with a Diploma in Massage Therapy and Sports Injury Therapy. With over ten years of clinical experience along with several other accreditations, Kaylin has gained extensive knowledge in injury assessment, client relations and treating the body as a whole. By incorporating deep tissue massage, acupuncture and cupping, Kaylin is committed to providing her clients with the highest level of evidence based restorative, therapeutic treatments. With a keen focus on client education, Kaylin offers a partnership committed to one’s achievement of optimal health.

Kaylin grew up playing multiple sports including field hockey, volleyball, and soccer, but thrived in rugby. She was a member of the Women’s Ontario Rugby team where she won a silver medal at the Canadian National Finals. She has worked with various sports teams including the Italian Men’s National Rugby Team, Rugby Canada, and was the head trainer for Toronto men’s Balmy Beach Rugby Club for three years; leading them to two championships. Whether it be her passion for sports, massage or holistic health, she offers her clients a wide range of therapeutic treatments that provides the highest level of patient care.

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Alex believes the best results come when you are an active participant in your own health care. The body is a holistic network and the nervous system runs the show. To get everything working harmoniously, Alex’s treatments often mix in proprioceptive techniques and muscle energy work with traditional deep pressure and Thai modalities to help rebalance and optimize how you move.

Whether you are looking for rehab or simply in for maintenance and a musculoskeletal check-up, Alex believes the more you know about your body, the more invested you will be in taking care of it.

Alex is a lover of all things sports. He played competitive soccer throughout his teens until injuries sidelined him. He still loves the game and plays whenever possible. Currently Alex participates in tennis and recently, squash. In his quieter time Alex enjoys writing fiction, hiking and playing card/board games. As a former chef, he is slowly rediscovering the joys of cooking for myself, but will happily share what he has learned when it comes to food with anyone, anytime.

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Alicia Grant, BFA (Hons), DipO, DipScO Osteopathic Manual Practitioner,

Education

Diploma in Osteopathy and Diploma in the Science of Osteopathy – Swiss International College of Osteopathy Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours) Major in Dance – York University

Credentials/Continuing Education Highlights

Osteopathic Considerations for Surgical and Burn Scars with Lisa Giardino Applied Fascial Release of the Shoulder and Scapular Girdle with Paul Evans The Still-Hendrith Approach: exploring early osteopathic treatment techniques from a 21st century perspective with Steve Paulus Introductory Pelvic Health Care for Trans and Gender Diverse People with Céleste Corkery Certified Hatha Yoga Teacher Dance and Movement Facilitator in professional and recreational contexts

Experience/Field Work

Osteopathic Manual Practitioner Contemporary Dancer and Choreographer

Philosophy

As an osteopathic manual practitioner, Alicia aims to provide a supportive space for clients to explore their health and vitality at their own pace. She has over 14 years of experience working as a professional contemporary dancer and choreographer in Toronto, Canada, and Berlin, Germany. Her background in dance and osteopathy has provided her with a strong academic and experiential understanding of the interconnectedness of all systems of the body.

Alicia is dedicated to connecting people with their innate ability for self-healing and self-regulation through osteopathy and movement. Within the global approach of osteopathy, she can help with both acute and chronic conditions. In particular, she has a special interest in sports injuries and sinus problems.

Personal experience/interests

Alicia loves dancing! And also yoga, qi gong, plotless fiction books, and weird music.

Favourite bone

The hyoid bone. A true trouble-maker that lays just below the jaw in the anterior neck. It is suspended by a set of muscles and has no articulations with other bones. The hyoid bone marches to the beat of its own drum and can be involved in neck pain, jaw pain, and even shoulder pain! Treatment for the hyoid bone can be the missing link for resolving ongoing neck problems for some people.

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Louise Chan, DOMP, DScO, RMT, CAT(C)

Education

Canadian College of Osteopathy Ontario College of Health and Technology Sheridan College University of Toronto

Credentials/Continuing Education Highlights

Neurofunctional Medical Acupuncture, McMaster University Soft Tissue Release Endocranial Spasm Visceral Manipulation Muscle Energy

Experience/Field Work

10+ yrs Canadian Beach Volleyball: 7 yrs, represented Canada in Rio Olympics 2016 High performance events including Swim Nationals, Track and Field ParaPan Am 2015 Internship with National Ballet of Canada

Favourite thing to treat

Concussion, viscera, stress/ptsd, pelvis/lowback pain

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Dr. Brock Easter is a Chiropractor based out of Toronto, ON. Fortunately after graduating from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in 2011 he met a number of phenomenal mentors which led him to learning advanced neurological assessments. Brock is the lead Canadian instructor for NeuroKinetic Therapy® (NKT) Seminar Series and is trained as an Advanced Proprioceptive – Deep Tendon Reflex (P-DTR) Practitioner. Brock takes a global approach to understanding the source of body pain by tracing adaptation to old injury and repetitive strain. Identifying the source of compensatory movement strategies through the body’s ability to absorb and dissipate ground reaction forces helps Brock establish a treatment plan that focuses on problem resolution rather than symptom management. Brock combines Chiropractic care, Contemporary Medical Acupuncture, myofascial release techniques, NKT®, P-DTR®, Anatomy in Motion (AiM), ELDOA method as well as other strategies in his practice to help patients decrease pain levels and optimize movement efficiency.

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Sheri Kimura

ELDOA instructor, Shift Bodywork & Performance Care

ELDOA Teacher Trainer, Pilates Instructor (mat & equipment), Soma Trainer

Credentials/Continuing Education Highlights • Soma Training: Segmental Muscular Strengthening of the abdominal wall & thoracic diaphragm (2022), upper limbs & trunk, lower limbs (2023) • Soma Training: Global Postural Stretching (2020) • Anatomy of Technique: A Fascial Perspective (2019) • Soma Training: Myofascial Stretching (2019) • Neuroflexibilty certification (2018) • ELDOA Level 4 Trainer (graduated with highest class score) (2018) • Pilates Mat & Reformer Instructor Certification (2016) • Rock climbing lead climbing instructor (since 2012) • Rock climbing youth instructor (since 2010) • Dance instructor (since 2001)

Philosophy Sheri believes in the power of good movement for self agency, well being, and being able to simply enjoy life. She focuses on helping clients cultivate a calm mind and deep strength in ELDOA / Pilates classes and personal training sessions. A shy kid in the the competitive dance world, Sheri grew up learning to express and liberate herself through movement. In kind, her classes always include full body, large movements to “take up space”, and then deeper, challenging exercises to find and unwind one’s own restrictions, identify compensations and release stress. Sheri’s approach is influenced by Deane Juhan’s premise that the more we know ourselves physically, the better we can know ourselves in the context of the world around us. Although Deane Juhan was speaking through the lens of manual therapy, Sheri feels that movement can offer the same benefits. This means that every client’s journey, even in group classes, is a personal one.

Sheri loves working with people who are curious about the way they currently use their bodies, and how they might push their limits safely to find more freedom in their day to day movements. Her goal is to offer an equal amount of play and focused work in each class, so that clients can leave mentally refreshed and physically reinforced.

Personal experience / interests Alongside a lifetime of dance, from breakdancing to tap, Sheri also loves rock climbing and has explored crags and boulders around North America. Mountain biking is another passion, and despite a ridiculous number of cuts, bruises, and bumps, she continues to love trail riding for the gruelling climbs, heady jump lines, and exciting descents! Every morning, Sheri tries to learn a little bit of Tai Chi or Qi Gong, and a little bit of French.

Favourite muscle: Having had surgery on both knees at age 29, Sheri has a fondness for the articularis genu. This neat little muscle pumps synovial fluid into the joint capsule, deep to the patella.

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