Renée graduated from the University of Alberta in 1997, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy with Distinction. She completed her Intermediate Manual Therapy exam (Part A) in 2000, was fortunate enough to train directly with Dr. Chan Gunn, the founder of Gunn IMS, to obtain her certification in Intramuscular Stimulation in 2000, and became a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapy (FCAMPT) in 2002.

In addition to these post graduation certifications, Renée has also taken a wide variety of continuing education courses to complement her skill set and build her vast knowledge base. Having recently taken the Advanced Mastering the Shoulder course, she is enjoying incorporating this refined evidence based assessment and treatment approach for clients suffering from shoulder pain due to arthritis, tendonitis, rotator cuff injuries, bursitis and much more.

Over the course of her 20+ year career, Renée has worked extensively with patients suffering from neck and back pain, sporting injuries and much more. She also has a wealth of experience treating clients undergoing prolotherapy as well as other interventional treatments such as facet blocks.

Renée enjoys treating a diverse clientele using a balanced approach, incorporating manual therapy, IMS, exercise and education, specifically tailored to the individual needs of each person. She is a highly dedicated, compassionate and skilled therapist who is constantly striving to improve the overall well-being of her patients.

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Michelle graduated from the University of Alberta with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy with distinction. She began her career in an acute care hospital before continuing on to private practice. Michelle’s extensive post-graduate courses include acupuncture, Gunn IMS, concussion management, radiology, and manual therapy. When appropriate, Michelle can order x-rays and ultrasounds to assist in her management of various musculoskeletal conditions.

From working at various private practices, she has experience working with a number of conditions such as motor vehicle injuries, post-surgery, and repetitive strain injuries. With her caring and compassionate nature, Michelle strives to return clients to their maximum potential by integrating all the knowledge and skills from her continuing education courses and practical experience.

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Linc Pisio, Physiotherapist BScPT, Acupuncture, Orthopedic & Men’s Pelvic Health Physiotherapist

Regardless of how you find yourself in physical pain or dysfunction, it’s likely taking a toll on your usual activities. Linc’s physio practice over the last 24 years has focused on improving patients’ symptoms and returning them to their previous levels of activity. Following thorough assessment, he individualizes treatment using a wide range of hands-on techniques including manual therapy, acupuncture, dry needling and myofascial release. He believes in the power of being able to manage one’s own condition, and devotes much attention to teaching each person about their condition and providing tools (judicious exercises and other techniques) to assist in moving forward.

In addition to treating a wide range of orthopedic conditions, he treats males with various pelvic floor complaints, such as urinary and bowel difficulties, erectile problems, and pain in the genital, saddle and tailbone areas. He has studied male pelvic floor dysfunction with experts in Canada and the USA. Balance and dizziness is another area of special interest.

Linc studied at the University of Saskatchewan, and was awarded his BSc and the Gold Medal in Physical Therapy in 1999. Since then, he has practiced in private orthopedic and sports injury clinics in Saskatoon and Calgary. He has certifications from Acupuncture Canada and the University of Alberta’s Medical Acupuncture program, and he’s a certified practitioner of Gokavi transverse dry-needling technique. He’s completed many myofascial release courses with John Barnes and others, and a series of Integrated Systems Model courses with L.J. Lee.

Outside of work, Linc enjoys spending time with his wife, hiking, and discussing and playing music with his many musical friends.

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Karin is passionate about physiotherapy. She has an MSc in Rehabilitation Science and a BSc in Physiotherapy along with certifications in anatomical acupuncture, Gunn IMS, and Pain Science. She continually updates her knowledge and skills through education in orthopedic manual therapy, exercise therapy, and other clinical techniques. Karin worked for 20 years in rural healthcare centres providing care to patients of all ages with a wide variety of conditions and has a special interest in infant, child, and youth development. She has a diverse skill set and a gentle approach to helping her patients reach their goals. In addition to patient care, Karin also works as a clinical instructor and researcher. She is mother to 2 teenagers and a goofy labradoodle. When she is not working or parenting, you can find Karin exploring the outdoors while running, skiing, biking, or backcountry camping.

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Carmen completed her Bachelor of Physical Therapy degree at the University of Saskatchewan in 2002, but her quest for knowledge did not end there. Her love of learning has led her to complete certifications in Spinal Manipulation, Gunn IMS, and Anatomical Acupuncture. She has taken additional courses in pelvic health and running injuries.

In 2014 Carmen began training in the ConnectTherapy™️ (LJ Lee) and The Thoracic Ring Approach™️ (LJ Lee) assessment and treatment models developed by Dr LJ Lee. Do you need to say LJ Lee 3 times? These models provide a framework that is used to assess and treat the whole person, helping Carmen to locate the driving causes of pain and dysfunction that are specific to her patient’s goals. Carmen’s passion for and skill with these models resulted in an invitation to be a junior teaching assistant for these courses. These models, in conjunction with her previous training, have given Carmen a unique skill set that enables her to provide truly personalized care. An explanation of the ConnectTherapy and The Thoracic Ring Approach can be found in the following links: ConnectTherapy and Thoracic Ring Approach.

Although originally from Saskatchewan she has also worked in British Columbia and Alberta. Carmen enjoys spending time outdoors with her family hiking and camping. She loves to dance and has learned a variety of Latin and ballroom styles, but her greatest affection is for West Coast Swing.

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Born and raised in Calgary, Lori graduated from the University of Alberta in 2002, obtaining her Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Therapy (with distinction), and being awarded the Dean’s Gold Medal for the Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine. Lori’s extensive clinical experience has included work in both private clinics and hospital settings, as well as providing home-based treatment options to families with children with special needs.

Lori is certified in medical acupuncture, and is also a certified K-Tape Practitioner (with specific training in Women’s Health applications), and certified Hypopressive Low Pressure Fitness™ Instructor. For those not familiar with Hypopressive Low Pressure Fitness, this technique uses specific postures and breathing techniques to improve postural alignment, deep core strength and stability, and even improve the status and symptoms of pelvic organ prolapse and incontinence.

Lori’s training includes Women’s pelvic health and Children’s pelvic health. She has completed additional specialty training in incontinence (both urinary and fecal), dyspareunia (painful intercourse), and pelvic floor rehabilitation. Further education in orthopedics, manual muscle therapy, core stability training, and many pediatric-based training courses allow Lori to draw from a number of treatment pathways to address your unique concerns and goals. Lori is passionate about Women’s Health and Pediatrics, and has a keen interest in health promotion and the preventive measures people can take to maintain and improve their overall health and well-being.

Recognized as a local expert in Plagiocephaly and Torticollis, Lori has been responsible for many parent-education initiatives, and has also presented to numerous groups of physicians, pediatric residents, and other health care professionals, including at the Physiotherapy National Congress in May, 2009. Lori is very excited to be a part of Lakeview Physiotherapy and looks forward to providing you and your family with the highest level of care.

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Renee Poloprutsky has over 25 years of clinical experience in treating a variety of musculoskeletal injuries from acute sprains or strains to spinal injuries such as motor vehicle accidents to more complex multi-area pain and body involvement. She enjoys treating a wide cross section of patients from children to seniors to weekend warriors. Renee is well versed in helping patients who are going through interventional injections and prolotherapy and can treat both in clinic or virtually.

Renee has a hands on approach to treatment. She feels the right combination of manual therapy, dry needling, education and specific exercises will help her patients get back to moving painfree and doing what they love! As most problems are multifactorial, she focuses on delivering a comprehensive, individualized approach to each patient.

Renee feels one of the best parts of physio is getting to be a life long learner. She graduated from the University of Saskatchewan in 1995 with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy with distinction. She achieved the highest designation of Manual Therapy, a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manual Therapy in 2002 and her Gunn IMS certification in 2000. She has taken and continues to take numerous courses and conferences over the years that have added to her expertise as a therapist and her ability to use current evidence based practice approaches. Her most recent courses included a strength and neuromuscular conditioning course, running injury and prevention, advanced mastering of the shoulder, neck and concussion and clinical pearls in the treatment of chronic pain.

Outside of work Renee is a busy soccer and dance mom who likes to hike, ski and cook!

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Sacha graduated from the University of Saskatchewan in 2005 with dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Kinesiology and Physiotherapy. Although a Saskatoon girl at heart, she moved to Alberta in 2006 to experience the adventures of mountain and big city living. Along with the experience that has come with treating a diverse clientele, Sacha has attended many post-graduate courses to further her assessment and treatment skills.

She is certified to practice both IMS and acupuncture, and has completed courses on spinal + pelvic girdle pain and instability, evidence based manual treatment techniques, spinal manipulation, and myofascial release techniques. Sacha has also completed the Integrated Systems Model (LJ Lee & Diane Lee) courses and is trained in the Thoracic Ring Theory (LJ Lee), which she incorporates into her whole-body assessment and treatments.

To help simplify her patients’ rehab experience, Sacha is also certified to order diagnostic imaging (x-rays, ultrasounds, MRIs) when indicated. Sacha has a great passion for physiotherapy and enjoys helping her patients successfully reach their goals.

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Lindsey grew up in the Edmonton area and obtained both her Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences with distinction and Master of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Alberta in 2012 and 2015, respectively. Lindsey absolutely loves her job and believes that passion shines through. She has a wide variety of experiences and courses to help get you moving your best.

Lindsey is certified in Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) and acupuncture (CAFCI) as well as additional postgraduate orthopedic courses through the National Orthopedic Division, Mulligan, and ConnectTherapy courses. After having her second child, Lindsey became interested in Women’s Health and has taken additional training to help clients with pelvic floor issues such as incontinence, pain, prolapse and pre/post partum. She also has an interest and experience working with neurological conditions, such as Post-Stroke, Multiple Sclerosis and Parkinson Disease. Her certifications in this area include LSVT movement training for Parkinson’s disease and courses in the Advanced Management of Post-Concussion Syndrome through Return to Play (R2P).

Lindsey was a former national team member competing in three different World University Games for both pole vault and high jump. She was the 2014 National Champion in pole vault. She continues to maintain an active lifestyle via hiking, running, rock climbing and chasing after her two young children.

Lindsey recently moved to Calgary and is excited to be a part of the Lakeview Physiotherapy team!

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Heather obtained her Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy with distinction from the University of Alberta in 2000. She is certified in Anatomical Acupuncture (2001) and Pelvic Health Physiotherapy (2008). In 2016, she received her Diploma of Advanced Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy. She is a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapy (FCAMPT).

Heather has a passion to treat peri-natal and pelvic girdle dysfunction, back and neck pain, as well as the treatment and prevention of sports injuries through technique analysis and sport specific rehabilitation. She has training in Visceral Manipulation (Barral Institute) which is a helpful technique for women after cesarean section or other surgery. She has accreditation to teach Hypopressive Low Pressure Fitness ™. She has completed the ConnectTherapy™ series with Dr. LJ Lee; this is a whole body approach to assessment and treatment that greatly improves recovery.

Heather’s interest in global health took her to Zambia and Tanzania where she volunteered in rural and urban hospitals in clinical and academic settings, as well as with an internationally competitive swim squad.

In her practice, Heather strives to continuously advance her learning, to listen and to work with each of her patients to achieve their goals in therapy. Outside of work, she enjoys hockey, hiking, and keeping up with her two boys.

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