Andrea obtained her Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy at the University of Toronto in 2016. Prior to this, she graduated from Western University, with an Honours Specialization in Kinesiology and a Minor in Psychology.
Andrea has taken a multitude of courses to pursue her passion in treating concussions, post-concussion syndrome and vestibular conditions. Andrea has completed concussion baseline testing for various sport teams and individual athletes in addition to evidence-based exertion testing to ensure readiness to return to sport or military duty. Andrea has taken additional courses in manual therapy, acupuncture, Dry Needling and the Mckenzie Method.
Andrea has always worked in a clinic setting, using her extensive knowledge in the assessment and treatment of orthopaedic injuries and conditions. She has worked with individuals and athletes of all ages in addition to spending over two years working almost exclusively with active military members and veterans. She is passionate about delivering one-on-one quality care through individualized treatment plans to meet each client’s specific needs. She uses a functional and exercise-based approach combined with hands-on manual therapy techniques, patient education and adjunct therapies. Andrea is committed to determining the root cause and contributing factors of the problem to prevent reoccurrence of the symptoms.
Andrea understands the impact injuries can have on one’s daily activities and appreciates a comprehensive treatment plan to get her client’s back to the activities they enjoy, as quickly as possible.