Zafira earned her Master of Health Science in Physiotherapy from the University of Indianapolis in 2017. She then spent five years honing her skills at an Orthopedic and Sports Medicine clinic in Maryland, followed by two years in outpatient clinics in Halifax, Nova Scotia. During her career, Zafira has worked with a diverse range of patients, from youth to older adults, treating orthopedic and sports injuries. She has had the privilege of assisting athletes at both recreational and professional levels, crafting challenging and effective exercise routines to support their recovery.

Her journey in physiotherapy began with a Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy, which she completed with honors in India in 2014. After graduating, she spent a year at an orthopedic and sports outpatient clinic in Mumbai, where her passion for orthopedic and sports therapy truly flourished.

Zafira has extensive training in various manual and exercise therapy techniques, including Kinesio and rigid taping, Pilates, Dry Needling, and the Mulligan concept. She is a strong advocate for evidence-based care and is committed to continuously expanding her expertise through ongoing education. Zafira is dedicated to providing high-quality care by conducting thorough evaluations and creating personalized treatment plans that align with each patient’s goals. Her greatest joy in her profession comes from helping people regain their daily functionality and return to the activities they love.

Outside of work, Zafira enjoys traveling and outdoor adventures like hiking and rock climbing. She also loves reading, listening to music, and spending quality time with family and friends.

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Valerie is a Physiotherapist and the owner of Gage Physiotherapy and Foot Clinic.

Valerie believes that in order to take care of yourself, a holistic approach to treatment is required. She does this by looking at the whole person and assessing the biology, psychology and social elements that surround a person.Each element creates a unique dimension to the individual and affects how we function and respond to pain.

Valerie focuses on helping people who desire to stay mobile and independent and have been let down by previous physiotherapy treatments, doctors or other treatments. She believes all active adults should have the confidence in knowing that their body can stand up to any task and stay mobile without the worrying of lingering injuries slowing them down.

Valerie completed her Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology at Brock University and went on to Queen’s University for her Master’s of Physical Therapy. She has completed numerous courses following her schooling, including acupuncture and pelvic health to name a few.

When Valerie is not working or spending time with her family, you can find her outdoors spending time in nature, painting or going for a long walk.

Favourites

• Place: The beach
• Season: Spring
• Song: I Won’t Give Up - Jason Mraz
• Restaurant: Sushi
• Food: Chocolate
• Holiday: Christmas
• TV Shows: Brooklyn Nine-Nine
• Movie: Thor
• Celebrity: Ryan Reynolds & Chris Hemsworth
• Book: Hunger Games
• Sports: Water Sports
• Hobbies: Waterskiing, hiking, painting, camping

Valerie is a Physiotherapist and the owner of Gage Physiotherapy and Foot Clinic. Valerie believe... Read More