Melissa completed her Master of Physical Therapy degree at Western University in 2016. Before pursuing physiotherapy, she received an undergraduate degree from Western in 2011 with an honours specialization in Biology and a minor in Psychology. In 2018, she completed her doctorate degree in Health and Rehabilitation Sciences in the field of Physical Therapy with her area of research exploring exercise for older adults with chronic back pain.
Melissa is dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care by offering a reflective approach to clinical practice, a genuine interest in well-being and recovery from injury, and a desire to help people live healthy active lifestyles at any age. She believes in lifelong learning, and has completed postgraduate training in acupuncture and cervical dysfunction.
In her downtime, Melissa enjoys being outdoors in the sunshine, running, hiking and skiing, as well as spending time with her family and friends. Melissa is excited to be part of the physiotherapy team at LiveWell Waterloo (formerly Absolute Rehab Centre) and continuing to serve the community in KW.
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Booking with a Physiotherapist for a longer treatment time to allow for treatment to two body parts. Call to book!
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Assessment and treatment of the pelvic floor are done through both external and internal exams. When the pelvic floor muscles are assessed this way, research has shown that the treatments done by a pelvic physiotherapist are very successful.
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Booking a follow-up visit with the Pelvic Physiotherapist. An initial assessment must be completed prior to booking a follow-up visit.
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Booking in an initial assessment with a Physiotherapist for a new area of concern or injury. If you are part of the Student Health Network or this is a result of a workplace injury /motor vehicle accident please call the clinic to book as we need more information from you.
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Booking a follow-up treatment with a Physiotherapist. An initial assessment must be completed prior to booking a follow-up visit.
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Booking an appointment to reassess an area of concern that was previously assessed within the past 3 months.
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Booking a follow-up treatment with a Physiotherapist at a reduced rate as part of the **student health network**. Students must pay into their benefits through the school to be eligible. An initial assessment (booked by phone) must be completed prior to booking a follow-up visit.
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Booking an initial assessment for Physiotherapy. MUST be a part of the Student VIP program through Wilfred Laurier University (WLU)- Identification card required at the appointment.
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Booking a subsequent visit for Physiotherapy. MUST be a part of the Student VIP program through Wilfred Laurier University (WLU)- Identification card required at the appointment. MUST have completed an initial assessment within the last 3 months.
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