Madison graduated from Algonquin College’s Massage Therapy Intensive program and continues to develop her assessment and treatment skill for a variety of different conditions. Madison has gained hands-on experience at a number of massage clinics in Ottawa, at the Riverside Hospital and at Carleton University, working with athletes, as well as volunteering at Ottawa Race weekend and at Ottawa University Athletics.

Madison grew up in Ottawa where she spent her time training as a competitive dancer. She understands the dedication and commitment it takes to be a part of a competitive sport. With that training, came injuries and subsequent rehabilitation to regain her strength and coordination after being off. This is one of the reasons she became a massage therapist, to have the ability to try and help individuals reach their goal, whether it be returning to their sport or active lifestyle after an injury or improving quality of life with a chronic condition.

Madison has a passion for learning which drives her to attend a number of professional development courses annually, such as NeuroKinetic Therapy and Sports Massage. This allows her to expand her knowledge base and apply her newfound knowledge and skills to her clients. Madison believes the more tools and resources there are for her clients, the more effective she can be. Madison is a strong believer in an integrated team environment and works closely with the professionals at Continuum Fitness to help provide the best care for her clients. Madison takes an assessment-based approach to her treatment. She uses postural assessment, range of motion and manual muscle testing to find compensations and movement patterns within her clients. This allows her to help create a treatment plan unique to each individual. Madison treats a variety of injuries and conditions in people with limited flexibility to those who are hypermobile, helping each person improve mobility and stability.

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Education:

Bachelor of Applied Health Sciences Athletic Therapy, Sheridan College

B.HK Honor’s Bachelors degree in Human Kinetics from the University of Ottawa

Certifications:

Registered Kinesiologist First Responder Certified Soft Tissue Release Certified Functional Movement Systems & Selective Functional Movement Assessment Mobilization with Movement - Mulligan Techniques Muscle Energy Technique of Hip, Lumbar Spine and Pelvis First Aid and HCP and Level C CPR Canadian Athletic Therapy Association Ontario Athletic Therapy Association

Cailey grew up in the Ottawa area, playing soccer at a competitive level. Through her years of sport, she experienced minor injuries that sparked an interest in providing therapy and rehabilitation to active individuals within the Ottawa community. She completed her education through Sheridan College’s Bachelor of Applied Health Science (Athletic Therapy) program and began providing her therapeutic skills to amateur, university and professional athletes. Cailey enjoys administering manual therapy and values patient education to facilitate the most beneficial treatment. She addresses not only a patient’s primary concern, but also underlying postural dysfunction as well as bio-mechanical problems, to prevent injury re-occurrence.

Cailey treats a vast clientele from weekend warriors, home renovators, local, amateur/competitive athletes and desk jockeys. Through her time at Continuum, Cailey has worked with the exercise and therapy team to assist clients in achieving their desired goals of returning to activities of daily living, improving sport performance, recovery from acute and chronic injuries and breaking down bio-mechanic barriers.

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Patrick is a registered physiotherapist who has been practicing in Ottawa for 10 years. He completed his Masters of Science in Physical Therapy at the University of Alberta in 2011. He has since continued his education through advanced training and certifications including Orthopaedic Manual and Manipulative Physical Therapy and Functional Dry Needling.

As a child, Patrick played a variety of different recreational sports. But it was in his early 20s that he discovered the sport of triathlon and was immediately hooked. He swam. He biked. He ran. He raced. He read everything he could about triathlon. He talked to everyone who would listen to him talk about triathlon. Then, he swam, biked, ran, and raced some more. Eventually, Partick became a coach for the University of Alberta Triathlon Club, where he discovered another passion - one for helping others find and achieve their goals. That passion was what eventually led him to pursue a career in physiotherapy.

After all that triathlon training, it turned out Patrick had a bit of talent in distance running. So, while studying to become a physiotherapist, he competed for the University of Alberta Golden Bears varsity team in Cross-Country and Track and Field. In his words, he just barely made the team as a walk-on, but earned the opportunity to compete in both CIS National Championships and NCAA D1 races.

After university, Patrick took to the roads, chasing down PBs at races from the 10K (33m) to the Marathon (2h40m).

These days you can find Patrick running along the Ottawa River with a big smile on his face. He may even appear in a local road race. But for now, as a father of two adventurous young girls, life is too busy for serious training. So until his eventual comeback, he maintains his fitness by digging giant snow forts, building backyard rinks, and chasing kids through sprinklers.

Education:

• MSc. Physical Therapy, University of Alberta
• BSc. Honours Microbiology, University of Alberta

Certifications:

• Registered Physiotherapist, College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
• Kinetacore Functional Dry Needling Level 2
• Advanced Orthopaedic Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy Level 3
• Certified Professional for The Running Clinic
• NCCP Coach for Community Sport

Contact Patrick: patrick@continuumfitness.ca

Patrick is a registered physiotherapist who has been practicing in Ottawa for 10 years. He compl... Read More

Education: - Bachelor of Applied Health Science Athletic Therapy (High Honours), Sheridan College - Bachelor of Science with a Specialization in Human Kinetics, University of Ottawa

Certifications: - Certified Athletic Therapist, CATA - First Responder/BLS Instructor, Canadian Red Cross - First Aid/CPR Instructor, Canadian Red Cross - Fascial Stretch Therapy (Level 2), Stretch to Win - Soft Tissue Release (Level 1) - Suspension Training Coach, TRX - Fundamentals of IASTM and Cupping Therapy, HawkGrips

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Education:

Master’s of Science in Human Kinetics; University of Ottawa

Bachelor of Science in Human Kinetics; University of Ottawa

Massage Therapy Diploma; West Coast College of Massage Therapy

Certifications:

Registered Massage Therapist; College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMTO)

Swim Coach; National Canadian Coaching Program (NCCP)

First Responder (Sport/ Health Care Professional); Canadian Red Cross

Biography:

Christin has been practicing as a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) since 2009. A graduate from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy’s 3000 hour diploma program, Christin has worked in a variety of multi-disciplinary clinics in both British Columbia and Ontario, and has been a member of the therapy team at Continuum Fitness since 2019.

Incorporating manual techniques with movement testing and retraining, Christin helps patients identify and understand issues, control movement, and progress towards optimal form and function. Christin is a strong believer in a mutli-disciplinary approach and works closely with the coaches and therapists at Continuum Fitness to help patients reach their goals effectively and efficiently. Christin has a special interest in the rehabilitation and management of sport and exercise injuries and has extensive elite experience caring for the shoulder and lower back.

Out of the clinic, Christin has worked a member of Swimming Canada’s Integrated Support Team, supporting Canada’s national swim team athletes at multiple national and international competitions including the 2012 and 2016 Olympic Games. Christin also works as a part-time professor in the Massage Therapy Diploma program at Algonquin College where she teaches pathophysiology, sports massage therapy, and clinical science courses, and is Ph.D student/researcher in the School of Human Kinetics at the University of Ottawa where she studies how our nervous system controls movement.

Education: Master’s of Science in Human Kinetics; University of Ottawa Bachelor of Science in H... Read More

Education:

Athletic Therapy, Bachelors of Applied Health Science from Sheridan college (2018)

Honors in Health Sciences Bachelors Degree, University of Ottawa (2014)

Certifications:

Certified Athletic Therapist: Canadian Athletic Therapist Association (CATA) and Ontario Athletic Therapy Association (OATA)

Soft Tissue Release, Level 1

Certification in Cupping, myofascial release techniques from the Ontario College of TCM

Level 1- Concussion Rehab Works

First Aid (HCP) & Level C CPR

First Responder

Shannon brings a multi-sport background to Continuum and showcases a wide variety of placements and practical experiences including two internships in the CFL, Hamilton Tiger-Cats (2016) and Ottawa RedBlacks (2017) along with various roles at the University of Ottawa, McMaster University, and Ryerson University. Shannon also spent time at different community sporting organizations and teams, including Special Olympics Canada & Rugby Ontario/Canada.

A graduate of Sheridan College, Shannon’s work ethic, knowledge, and impact on her community have been recognized through numerous awards including the Anne Hartley Award of Excellence and the Co-op Student of the Year for the Province of Ontario, in 2018.

Upon graduation and certification, Shannon spent the 2018 season in Hamilton as the Assistant therapist for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, she returns to the Ottawa RedBlacks as an Assistant therapist in 2019.

At Continuum, Shannon will be utilizing her experience in the Clinic and the Strength & Conditioning department to implement changes to biomechanics and overall health of her clients. Using a wide range of techniques including soft tissue release, contemporary cupping techniques, joint mobilization and biomechanics correction she will address the injury or issue as well as the functioning of her clients.

Through applying expertise in preventative care, assessment and management of injury, return to play measures for all conditions and injuries, as well as post-operative care, Shannon looks to help out any individual at any level or stage of life with their health continuum. Shannon has a special interest in treating athletes (including weekend warriors) with acute and chronic injuries as well as helping post surgical individuals return to play/activity. Shannon is also qualified to treat post concussive symptoms and uses a combination of modalities, including vestibular therapy to help with recovery post concussion.

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Education:

BSc. (Human Kinetics) from the University of Ottawa, graduated with honors. Minor in Biology.

Certifications:

Registered Kinesiologist with the College of Kinesiologists of Ontario (CKO)

Certified Exercise Physiologist with the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP)

Certified in NeuroKinetic Therapy®

Background:

Sarah is a Registered Kinesiologist, Exercise Physiologist and Group Fitness Instructor. She studied Human Kinetics at the University of Ottawa and graduated with honours with a minor in Biology. Sarah utilizes movement screens, thorough history taking and manual muscle testing as well as posture analysis, gait assessment and analyzing breathing mechanics as part of her initial assessment. Her goal is to determine the root cause of injury, alignment shifts, movement mechanics and patterns and takes a holistic approach to correcting muscle imbalances, alignment, breathing mechanics, gait and movement patterns.

Sarah is a former international fitness competitor and was fortunate to represent Canada at the Ms Fitness World competition 4 times. She is the creator of the Prenatal and Postnatal Strength Workout DVD, available online at www.amazon.com. She presents fitness workshops at conferences in Canada and the US. Sarah has been a nationally ranked race walker and is the 2012 and 2014 Ontario Provincial Race Walking champion (5000m) as well as the Canadian Indoor National Champion in the 3000m (2016). She enjoys spending time with her husband, John and two girls.

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