Michael Lok, PT

* Neck and upper trap pain leading to headaches

* Shoulder pain due to rotator cuff strain/tears and impingement

* Elbow pain including golfer’s and tennis elbow

* Upper/mid back pain due to knots, tight muscles

* Low back pain due to repetitive strain, disc irritation, sciatica

* Hip pain in the front and in the glutes due to impingement or sciatica

* Knee pain due to knee cap issues, meniscus, ligament sprain

* Ankle pain from a sprain, achilles or calf issues.

####**Background**

Post-grad, Michael worked as a lab instructor at Dalhousie, educating physiotherapy students. During his studies, Michael discovered his passion for fitness and rehabilitation. This is demonstrated through his work as a strength and conditioning coach (certifications from the Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology and National Strength and Conditioning Association) and an athletic trainer for college varsity basketball. Michael has contributed to research with published works in the areas of psychology and sport.

Michael has a friendly and charismatic approach to physiotherapy. Through functional movement and exercise the client will take an active role in his/her recovery. In addition to improving one's current condition, Michael believes that treatment is most effective when the client is empowered with the knowledge and tools to prevent future injury.

####**Course Work**

* Active Release

* Manipulation

* Orthopedic Manual Therapy

* McGill techniques for the lumbar spine

* Kinesio-tape

* Cupping

* Acupuncture/Dry Needling