Athletic and PhysiotherapyPhysiotherapy is concerned with treatment and prevention of movement disorders. At this clinic the emphasis is on neuro-musculoskeletal conditions (nerves,muscles,bones). Conditions are treated using conventional treatment methods including; interferential current , tens, ultrasound, soft tissue techniques and exercise instruction. In addtion acupuncture can be utilized as a standalone treatment or combined with other modalities.
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Insurance CoverageWorker's Compensation (WCB)
Autopac (MPI) Most private/group insurance Veteran's Affairs/RCMP Direct billing available |
Kaylee Woodward, B.Sc. Kin
CAT (C) |
Kaylee received her Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology and Applied Health from the University of Winnipeg, and is certified with the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association. She has completed a course in Soft Tissue Release, and Cupping, and plans to continue taking courses that will broaden her treatment technique repertoire.
She has experience working with clients of all ages, children to elderly, and of all fitness levels, from sedentary to elite athletes. Her treatments focus mainly on manual therapy and customized exercise programs that allow for optimal rehabilitation as well as total body conditioning. |
Jenna Shimoji, BMRPT
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Jenna graduated from Physiotherapy at the University of Manitoba and is certified with the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute. Jenna studied in the Athletic Therapy Program for two years prior to Physiotherapy.
Jenna is a passionate advocate of active based rehabilitation. The most rewarding aspect of her practice is empowering patients to take charge of their own active recovery and injury prevention. Jenna believes that optimal function depends not only on rehabilitating the physical limitation of an injury, but also in considering all aspects of a person’s lifestyle. She takes great pride in educating her patients about their injury to help them improve their health, well-being and quality of life. |
Kate Garinger B.Sc., MPT
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Kate Garinger graduated from the Masters of Physiotherapy Program at the University of Manitoba, where she also obtained a Bachelor of Science. Her clinical experience includes inpatient and outpatient orthopedic settings, pulmonary rehabilitation, neurological rehabilitation (stroke and acquired brain injury), and treatment of current and former cancer patients. Kate has an excellent rapport with patients and staff alike and enjoys working with people of all different ability levels and ages. She has a passion for physiotherapy and is always looking for new ways to improve her practice such as taking new courses and seminars.
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Jon Tiessen, BMRPT
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Jon’s interest in orthopedics is the reason he joined the Healthview Team. He will help you find the source of your problem and whether those pains are related to your muscles, bones, or nerves. He will treat the problem and provide you with tools to manage your health. He takes part in ongoing educational to improve his skills so that he can be of better service to you. Jon wants to help you take advantage of all life has to offer.
Jon graduated from the University of Manitoba in 2011. He is a member of the Senior’s Health Division and the Leadership Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association. |
Samantha Lovat B.Sc. Kin. CAT(C)
Acupuncture Certified |
Samantha Lovat worked as a Health Care Aide at the Pan Am Sports Clinic in Winnipeg, which sparked her passion for sports medicine and strengthened her desire to become an athletic therapist. During her time at Pan Am, she solidified her skills managing acute and chronic musculoskeletal injuries in a high demand and fast paced work environment. While she loved the environment and strong working relationships she had built at Pan Am, in pursuit of her dream, she began attending Sheridan College in 2013.
During Samantha's athletic therapy training, she continued to develop her assessment, rehab, and treatment skills. She passionately pursued every opportunity given to her, working with the CFL two of her four summers as an athletic therapy student, and tackling several other clinic and field placements through her 1200 practical hours. Learning from many different types of therapists has allowed her to understand and appreciate what each member of the medical team brings to the table. Samantha is also acupuncture certified. |