Registered Physiotherapists

Dev Chengkalath Dev Chengkalath, BScH, MScPT, ART®, CSCS Registered Physical Therapist Acupuncture Practitioner Active Release Techniques ® Soft Tissue Treatment Provider Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) Over the years, Dev has applied his expertise in physical rehabilitation and exercise science to help numerous clients return to maximal function regardless of age, ability or previous experience. His clients have ranged from elite professional and amateur athletes to soccer moms and weekend warriors, all looking to realize their full potential. Prior to earning his Master of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Alberta, he completed an Honours Bachelor of Science from Queen’s University at Kingston. Since graduation, Dev has expanded his clinical arsenal by completing numerous post-graduate continuing education courses and seminars including specialized training in advanced manual therapy and exercise. He is fully certified in Active Release Techniques ® Soft Tissue Treatment (ART®), educated in myofascial and muscle mobilization, and is trained in medical acupuncture through the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute. In addition to his training as a physiotherapist, Dev is further recognized by the National Strength and Conditioning Association as a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and holds over a decade of experience in health and fitness. He has invested significant time studying high performance athletics, weightlifting, advanced core training, and sports nutrition. He is trusted by his high performance athletes, as well as his “everyday” clients, to apply sound and effective scientific exercise principles to achieve exceptional results. Dev’s unique background and abilities allow him to create synergy between distinct rehabilitation and performance objectives and allow integration of various treatment techniques to address outcomes such as pain and injury management, mobility/flexibility issues, strength & conditioning, sport-specific and athletic performance, weight-loss/body composition changes, and stress & lifestyle management. Drawing upon the wealth of knowledge and experience gained from his previous educational and employment endeavours, Dev ensures that every client is educated on the components of complete health and wellness and its vital role in the return to optimal function and total performance. He enjoys fostering rewarding relationships with his clients while enlightening them on all aspects of their health and fitness journey. With their acquired insight, Dev’s clients are empowered to understand their situation, set realistic goals and then work towards realizing their true potential. While working with Dev, you can expect top-level care directed towards optimal health, maximal performance and exceptional results. Are you up for the challenge? Tuan Ho Tuan Ho  BSc (Hons.), MScPT, DAc, CSCS Registered Physiotherapist Acupuncture Practitioner Conditioning Specialist Tuan’s journey into the world of fitness and sports training began early in high school. As a member of the wrestling and football team, he realized the value of sport specific training and utilization of the SAID principle (Specific Adaptation to Imposed Demand). His approach is that in order to enhance performance, specific exercises need to be applied to addresses specific weaknesses (e.g. power, strength, agility, speed, etc.). Additionally, Tuan holds a first degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do with experience in martial arts training and has competed in several US competitions. Tuan graduated from the University of Toronto with an Honours Bachelor of Science degree in Human Biology and went on to complete his Masters in Physiotherapy. Tuan has had extensive experience in working with patients in the acute care and hospital in-patient setting dealing with orthopedic and cardiac post-operative care, in addition to working with patients with neurological impairments e.g. strokes, Parkinson’s disease, spinal cord injuries, etc. Tuan is also accredited by the National Strength and Conditioning Association as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and has completed the McMaster Contemporary Medical Acupuncture program. Tuan’s experience in orthopedic rehabilitation and training ranges from working with adolescents to patients in their 80’s and 90’s. He has a strong foundation in dealing with acute and chronic low back and neck pain, repetitive strain and rotator cuff injuries, in addition to all other musculoskeletal and neurological impairments that may occur from everyday and/or recreational activities. Tuan’s philosophy in rehabilitation is simple: concise assessment allows for precise detection of the root to the problem. Treating the cause and not the symptom equates to quicker recovery. Incorporating strength training to weak muscles and ensuring adequate flexibility to tight muscles will reduce the chances of future injuries or re-injuries. Balance and harmony in life is the key to healthy living. With Tuan’s diverse background, he will be able to create a tailor-made rehabilitation and fitness training program specifically for you, regardless of your fitness level, or lack thereof, and medical background. Let Tuan help you achieve balance and harmony with your body.

 

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