Joanna Smith, PT
SaveJoanna graduated from the University of Alberta in 2004 with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy. Prior to this she pursued a Kinesiology degree at the University of Calgary. A lifelong learner, continuing education courses have fuelled Joanna’s passion for her profession. She has completed post-graduate courses in manual therapy, Anatomical Acupuncture, GunnIMS, pain science, the McKenzie Method, myofascial release, visceral mobilization, shoulder rehabilitation, running analysis, clinical Pilates and pelvic health.
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Joanna grew up in Canmore and you will find her hiking, biking and skiing in the mountains with her family in her spare time. She loves the hot yoga studio and likes to incorporate yoga postures into her client’s home programs. Her husband a basketball athlete, her son a competitive swimmer and her daughter a competitive gymnast have all given her first hand experience treating traumatic and repetitive strain sports injuries, as well as growing athletes. Her treatment plans are very exercise-based, as she believes movement is the best medicine.
A functional medicine enthusiast, Joanna believes in a whole body approach in determining the root cause of an injury, including the promotion of physical activity, proper nutrition, sleep hygiene and stress management. This centralized outlook on assessment and treatment has given her extensive experience in managing conditions that are often referred from the neck and the back.
Following a difficult birth of her first child Joanna was driven to take on a women’s health specialty. She sought out post graduate education in pelvic pain, painful intercourse, dysfunctional voiding, bowel and bladder incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, hypopressives, perinatal and post partum care, labour preparation and Diastasis Recti. Joanna is most rewarded by empowering women through education and exercise to achieve their goals of becoming more physically active.
Joanna developed a special interest in Infant Head Shape following a practicum at the Alberta Children’s Hospital and after her own son developed a flat spot at the back of his head. Since then she has brought this niche of Physiotherapy into her own practice and coached many families how to incorporate treatment for Plagiocephaly, Brachycephaly and Torticollis into their daily activities.
Follow Joanna on Instagram @jo.the.physio for sneak peaks of her mountain adventures, mom life and all the things she likes to physio!
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Physiotherapy treatment for current clients wishing to book for continuation of treatment for Infant Head Shape (Plagiocephaly, Brachycephaly) and/or Torticollis.
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Physiotherapy assessment for infants experiencing head shape changes (Plagiocephaly, Brachycephaly) and/or Torticollis. Plagiocephaly is described as the flattening of one side of the back head, while Brachycephaly is the flattening of the middle of the back of the head. Torticollis is characterized by tension in the neck predisposing infants to look towards the same direction.
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This assessment is to evaluate and create a personalized treatment plan for urinary and bowel issues, pelvic organ prolapse, perimenopause/menopause symptoms, pelvic pain or anything relating to the function of a woman’s pelvis.
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Once you have been assessed, choose this treatment option for follow up visits to improve urinary and bowel issues, pelvic organ prolapse, perimenopause/menopause symptoms, pelvic pain or anything relating to the function of a woman’s pelvis.
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If you are currently recovering from a vaginal or Caesarian delivery choose the following session to evaluate and create a personalized treatment plan for urinary and bowel issues, pelvic organ prolapse, scar management (perineum/caesarian), painful intercourse, low back/pelvic pain, diastasis rectus abdominis and return to exercise. Often, but not always, an internal exam will be a component of the assessment. The option and benefits of an internal exam will be discussed after you share your birth story.
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Once you have had a postpartum assessment, choose this follow up option to improve urinary and bowel issues, pelvic organ prolapse, scar management (perineum/caesarian), painful intercourse, low back/pelvic pain, diastasis rectus abdominis and return to exercise. Often, but not always, an internal exam will be a component of the treatment.
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Once you have been assessed, choose this follow up option to learn positions that facilitate your baby’s movement through your pelvis during labour and delivery, pushing strategies, as well as comfort measures to help manage pain.
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Once you have been assessed, choose this follow up option to prepare your perineum for birth including breath work, pelvic floor muscle relaxation and if you choose perineal stretching. You will also learn how to care for your perineum postpartum including bowel and bladder care, as well as education regarding return to daily activities, exercise and intercourse.
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This assessment option is for if you are currently pregnant and experiencing back pain, pelvic girdle pain (sacroiliac joints, pubic symphysis, tailbone) and/or leg pain. It is also for expectant mothers seeking support as they exercise through pregnancy, as well as who want to physically prepare for labour, delivery and postpartum.
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This assessment option is for if you are currently pregnant looking to prepare for labour and delivery, prevent or manage urinary/bowel issues and pelvic organ prolapse, or experiencing pelvic pain.
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First clinic visit, a new injury or you haven't seen us in 6 months. Assessments can take anywhere from 20 minutes up to 1 hour, please plan accordingly.
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This appointment is for follow-up visits.
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Vestibular physiotherapy treats various disorders such as vertigo, dizziness, concussion, lightheadedness, and balance disorders.
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Follow up visit to vestibular assessment.
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