Heather Bester, BSc (HEc), RD. Registered dietitians are covered under most extended health care plans. Heather has knowledge that encompasses her scientific training, life experiences and exploration of new ideas. Her experience includes extensive assessment and counselling in areas of healthy eating and chronic disease management. She is passionate about helping you to find your optimum nutrition, whether for peak performance in athletics, maximizing health and energy levels, weight control or minimizing the effects of ageing.

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Garnett grew up in small town Saskatchewan and after a career in the trades followed his passion for rehabilitation. Garnett graduated from the University of Saskatchewan with a bachelors of science in Kinesiology and Masters of Physiotherapy. He has enjoyed practicing in private and public healthcare settings though a lifelong dream of mountain living has led him from the prairies to Canmore.

With a history in personal fitness endeavors such as competitive bodybuilding, Crossfit and powerlifting, Garnett has taken special interest in injury prevention and recovery, focusing on the management of general aches and pains to sport and lifestyle related injuries. In the pursuit of lifelong learning Garnett continues his education in dry needling, manipulative therapy, pain management and geriatric physiotherapy courses. His treatment philosophy involves a holistic approach to recovery, involving hands on, education and exercise based treatment strategies.

Garnett enjoys hiking, snowboarding, driving motorcycles and any activity that allows him to spend time outside with his dog. He looks forward to serving the residents of Canmore and area in the years to come.

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Massage Therapist RMT

Sarah has been providing massage services in the Bow Valley for many years. Along with her skills in massage she has her degree in Kinesiology and a Diploma in Fitness & Nutrition so she a vast knowledge of the working body.

Sarah is looking forward to introducing herself and showing you all the ways she can help you improve your health.

Massage Therapist RMT Sarah has been providing massage services in the Bow Valley for many years... Read More

Cindy Graff has been a physiotherapist for more than 20 years, and has practiced in a number of orthopedic and heath care environments.

She has worked in a variety of environments focussing on orthopaedic care such as: private practice, community therapy, inpatient/outpatient orthopedics, post- operative care and long-term care. She graduated from the University of Saskatchewan in 1999, and since that time has continued to pursue and acquire many courses in manual therapy, acupuncture and needling (Canadian Acupuncture Foundation and Gokavi Transverse Technique), concussion management and vestibular rehabilitation taping, athletic training, Myofascial release, core strengthening, running /gait analysis, and rehabilitative exercise. Cindy enjoys treating a variety of musculoskeletal injuries, and working with her clients to reduce and eliminate pain, increase function, improve movement, increase strength, and helping people get back to their personal and professional well-being.

Cindy has always had a love of the outdoors and the water. She grew up around the water, and was a synchronized swimmer, and a water polo player for over 15 years. She has gone to national competitions in these sports and has enjoyed working with athletes at all levels and areas of competition. She moved with her family to Canmore in 2011 to get closer to her the mountains she loves, and all of the activities that come with it. With her family an friends, she enjoys hiking, downhill skiing, cross country skiing, as well as all sports that are in the water. She is very happy and proud to be part of the community of Canmore, and can’t wait to work with you.

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Cathy began studying and practicing eastern health philosophy and shiatsu in the 1990’s. MY goal is to give clients the very best care possible so that they may obtain their life, sports and wellness goals. Her focus is on therapeutic, wellness oriented massage treatments designed specifically for each client, be they youth, adult or senior, and her intention is to help facilitate healing. The benefits of massage is evidenced based and research has shown the positive impacts on the nervous system and pain receptors that affect all the systems of the body. Cathy is professionally trained and skilled in clinical and spa massage having 14 years of experience. She obtained a two year, 2,200 hour, diploma in Remedial Massage Therapy from MH Vicars, Calgary, Alberta. I believe in the natural hands on treatment of pure stress and pain release, sometimes held in the body for too long are vital to our continued good health and will play an even greater role in healthcare as we move forward. Her certificates, experience, and special interests include treating &giving - Deep tissue massage (neck, shoulder, lumbar and hip), Range of Motion Dysfunction example- frozen shoulder-Postural Dysfunction- Rehabilitation, Pre and post surgery, Reducing Muscle Tension, TMJ, Vertigo, MS, Sleep disorders, Sports Massage (pre and post event), Injuries - MVA-Whiplash and overuse conditions such as tendonitis and plantar fasciitis. Current Modalities -Techniques include :Swedish relaxation, Deep Tissue, Manual Lymphatic Drainage 1 (Chikly),Cranial Sacral 1 (Upledger),Myofascial Stretching, PNF stretching, Trigger Point Release, Dynamic Silicone Cupping, Reiki ( Usui level one) Energy healing , Indian Foot Massage& K taping. Home care exercises are given as part of the session and may include some yoga asana integration to help reduce the risk of injury. Cathy hikes, skis, mountain bikes, interval sprints and likes to train at high elevation. She has travelled extensively throughout Nepal, India (Northern), Thailand, South America and Europe. Canmore has been her home since 2001. As a registered therapist the massage treatments-sessions can be submitted for private medical insurance plans.& MVA patients.

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Shane is a highly trained and skilled Physical Therapist who owns and operates personalized physiotherapy clinics in Canmore and Lake Louise. He trained in Australia at the Southern Australia Institute of Technology to obtain his undergraduate degree in Physical Therapy. In the years since, he has undergone various continuing educational courses and postgraduate studies including Intermediate and Advanced certification in manual and manipulative physical therapy and sports physical therapy levels.

Shane has accumulated 25 years of extensive clinical experience. His certifications, experience and special interests include: •Spinal Core and Cervical Stability Certification •Core and Overall Strength Practices •Advanced Manipulative Therapy Techniques •Highly Skilled Manual Therapy •IMS and Medical Acupuncture Certification •Sports Injury Certification

Shane works and travels with the National Cross Country Ski Team. He also partakes in many activities that include telemark and cross-country skiing, ice and rock climbing, kayaking, hiking, mountain biking and running, activities which allow him to bring personal experience to the recovery process. Knowledge of the mechanics of a sport can significantly help with the rehabilitation process.

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Lisa has been a physiotherapist for over 30 years and has been lucky enough to practice in Canmore for most of that time. She grew up in Scotland where she earned her Bachelors degree in Physiotherapy and her Masters degree in Sports Science. Since graduation she has pursued extensive education and has advanced professional qualifications in manual/manipulative therapy and needling procedures (anatomical acupuncture and intramuscular stimulation - IMS). She thoroughly enjoys treating all of the aches, pains and injuries of people in our active town and she particularly loves the challenge of helping people with complex, ‘hard to figure out’ problems. Lisa has a special interest and training in concussion management, vestibular rehabilitation, TMJ (temporomandibular-jaw) treatment, MVA (motor vehicle accident) injuries, rehabilitative exercise prescription and medical therapeutic yoga. She also does assessments for custom foot orthotics.

Her treatment philosophy includes extensive client education (making sure you really understand and can help manage your injury/pain), skilled ‘hands on’ therapy, needling (when appropriate and desired) and individualised exercise prescription for mobility, strength, balance and coordination. You will never leave without homework!

Lisa has always loved sports. She grew up as a competitive swimmer and has competed in triathlons and mountain bike races for over 30 years. She is an Ironman Canada finisher, an Xterra Triathlon World Championship finisher, a BC Bike Race finisher and a High Cascades 100miler finisher. Lisa continues to enjoy triathlon, mountain biking, hiking, downhill and cross country skiing, snowshoeing, yoga and CrossFit.

Lisa is a Rotary Club of Canmore member and an active volunteer in our community. She loves to travel and has volunteered her physio skills in Africa. Her 2 kids are off at university so she now has more time to head out camping with her husband and dog.

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Shayla has years of experience and education helping adults maintain and improve their health and fitness. She graduated from UBC with a degree in Human Kinetics and is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. She has worked with recreational athletes including, cyclists as the RBC Gran Fondo team coach, cross country skiers, and runners for improved strength, fitness and recovery from injuries. Shayla also has years of experience helping people improve their health conditions including, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, weight management and musculoskeletal conditions.

Shayla is a certified Lifestyle Medicine Coach, with the American College of Lifestyle Medicine and has extensive experience helping adults improve their health through weight loss, stress management, and behaviour change.

Shayla is originally from Vancouver, BC where she worked with many organizations including the RCMP, RBC and SportMedBC to promote health and fitness.

She moved to Canmore to enjoy more time cross-country skiing and exploring the mountains.

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Brenna graduated from the University of Alberta with a MSc. in Physiotherapy (2020) after completing a BSc. in Honours Neuroscience (2017).

Brenna has a special interest in women’s health, chronic pain/pain neuroscience, and knee injuries. She has completed postgraduate training in women’s health and is a certified Pelvic Health Physiotherapist. Brenna treats women 18yrs+ with concerns such as urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, pelvic pain, painful intercourse, diastasis recti, and pain throughout pregnancy.

Brenna has previously acted as head trainer for the Edmonton Pandas U18 AA Hockey (AFHL) in their 2021-2022 season, has worked with Hockey Alberta as a head therapist during their developmental 2022 summer camps, and as a game-day physiotherapist for the Augustana Vikings (ACAC) Men’s Hockey during the 2021-2022 season.

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Katerina (and generally known as Kate) has been very fortunate to call Bow Valley home - twice. At first, growing up here during the 80’s and 90’s, and again now since 2009. Her passion for healing grew first from involvement in competitive cross country skiing and the inspiring 1988 Olympians and their team support. As a result, Kate worked for years as sport team therapist for both cross country and biathlon national teams from 1994-2000. She studied a two year Massage Therapy intensive course with the main focus being sports massage, injury recovery and acute rehabilitation. Since then, she has added pregnancy massage, cranial sacral release, quantum touch, reflexology and energy work, all with intention of providing the best individual care she can for each and every one of her clients.

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