Max Health Institute & Physiotherapy

A Multi-Disciplinary Team of Healthcare Professionals: Physiotherapists, Chiropractors, Massage Therapists, Athletic Therapists, Occupational Therapist, and Osteopath.

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Matt Cochran, Chiropractor

Dr. Matt Cochran

Co-Owner & Chiropractor

Clinic – Currie Center (UNB) & Prospect Street

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Meet Matt!

Matt has been a Chiropractor since 2009 when he graduated from Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto with clinic honors and Magna Cum Laude distinctions.  He then returned to New Brunswick to continue his education and starting to practice part-time.  Over next several years he completed a Masters of Science in Exercise and Sport Science from UNB (2015) and also concurrently completed his requirements to become a Fellow of the Royal College of Chiropractic Sports Sciences Canada to become the first Chiropractic Sport Specialist in New Brunswick (2016).

When not at work Matt enjoys spending time with family including his wife, Brittany and their daughters – Allie & Ella.   Matt also enjoys spending his time off enjoying as many outdoor activities as possible including fishing, hiking, camping, skiing, snowmobiling and ATVing.

Lynn Sweeney, Physiotherapist

Lynn Sweeney

Physiotherapist

Clinic – Prospect Street

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Meet Lynn!

Lynn Sweeney has an undergraduate degree from the University of New Brunswick, and a Masters degree in Physiotherapy from Western. She is an Honorary Research Associate at the University of New Brunswick and has 10 years experience as a physiotherapist. Lynn’s clinical focus is on pelvic floor physiotherapy and vertigo / vestibular rehabilitation. 

After the birth of her first child in 2014, she required pelvic floor physiotherapy. After 9 months of pain, pelvic floor physiotherapy offered her hope and was the solution to her eliminating her pelvic pain.

She was trained and received certification through Pelvic Health Solutions in Toronto to perform internal vaginal and rectal assessments of the pelvic floor.

Once Lynn started practicing pelvic floor physiotherapy in Fredericton, it was evident that this type of physiotherapy filled a void in healthcare for men and women, as she could not keep up with the demand. Max Health Institute & Physiotherapy has since created a space and multi-disciplinary team to meet the needs, in a timely manner, for those seeking resolution for their pelvic health issues.

Lynn continues to travel to Toronto for pelvic health courses and seeks mentorship from specialists in the field from around North America. Her care focuses on treating the following in men and women:

Women: Pregnancy pain, postpartum care and recovery, C-section rehabilitation, pain with sex, prolapse, urinary frequency and urgency, incontinence, endometriosis related pain, vaginismus, vulvodynia, interstitial cystitis, painful bladder syndrome, menopause, tail bone pain.

Men: Chronic prostatitis, post prostatectomy rehabilitation, urinary frequency and urgency, erectile dysfunction, incontinence, tailbone pain, testicular and penile pain.

Outside of work Lynn enjoys spending time with her husband and 3 kids, exploring New Brunswick hiking trails, and keeping active.

Quinn Mercer, Physiotherapist

Quinn Mercer

Physiotherapist

Clinic – Brookside Drive

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Meet Quinn!

Quinn loved physiotherapy school so much, he went back again for another Masters in Manipulative Physiotherapy! This has allowed Quinn to become a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapy (FCAMPT), one of only a handful in NB, as well as better evaluate and integrate the latest research into this treatment.

Quinn enjoys helping his patients speed their recovery and better understand their condition through education and activity. At the end of the day, the patient needs to feel empowered to help get themselves better.

In his spare time, Quinn is also on the Board of Directors for the New Physiotherapy Association and enjoys taking courses in Concussion Management, Dry Needling/Acupuncture, Vestibular Rehabilitation, and various specific joint-related courses. Hobbies include drinking coffee, playing volleyball, walking and running with his dog, Flash, as well as attempting to play guitar!

Kristen De Rooy, Physiotherapist

Kristen De Rooy

Physiotherapist

Clinic – Brookside Drive

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Meet Kristen!

Kristen began her post-secondary education at Memorial University in St. John’s, NL, graduating in 2013 with a BScHon in Kinesiology. She continued her education in Halifax, NS at Dalhousie University in 2014 and completed a Master of Science degree in Physiotherapy. She has been working in New Brunswick as a Registered Physiotherapist since completing her licensing exams in 2016.

Kristen discovered her passion for Women’s Health early into her career and began working on her certifications to advance her education in Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy in 2018. She has completed her training to treat a variety of pelvic health conditions, including male and female urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, chronic pelvic pain conditions, and pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain. She has a special interest in helping women with prenatal and postpartum care.

Kristen strongly believes in empowering her clients with knowledge and implementing a meaningful active care plan to help them work towards their goals and prevent future pelvic health concerns.

Outside of her work hours, Kristen enjoys preparing and sharing food with friends and family, spending time outdoors in all seasons, and staying active through sports and yoga.

Ryan Sweeney, Sport Physiotherapist

Ryan Sweeney

Co-Owner & Physiotherapist

Clinic – Currie Center (UNB) & Prospect Street

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Meet Ryan!

Ryan earned a Master in Physiotherapy from Western University in 2011. After working as a physiotherapist for one year in Ottawa, Ryan moved to Fredericton to begin working at the Max Health Currie Center clinic at the University of New Brunswick. Since graduating, Ryan has pursued his passion for orthopaedics and sports by completing numerous courses in each of these physiotherapy disciplines, including functional dry needling.

In 2018, Ryan earned his Sport Physiotherapy Diploma, recognized as the highest level of training in the sport physiotherapy discipline.

Ryan is dedicated to helping his clients reach their goals, optimizing functional performance, and preventing future dysfunction. He believes in empowering his clients through education, exercise prescription, and manual therapy. 

Outside of work, Ryan and Lynn enjoy spending time with their 3 kids, Scott, Keziah, and Ava. They enjoy hiking adventures, walking in Charter’s Settlement, and playing hide-and-seek.

Cameron DuPlessis, Physiotherapist

Cameron DuPlessis

Physiotherapist

Clinic – Currie Center (UNB)

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Meet Cam!

Cameron started his post-secondary education by pursuing a BScKin at the University of New Brunswick. After volunteering at the Stan Cassidy Centre for Rehabilitation in Fredericton, he developed a strong interest in pursuing an education in physiotherapy.

It was at Stan Cassidy where he saw first-hand how a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care laid the groundwork for some incredible stories of recovery and healing. It also showed him another aspect of the benefits of exercise in promoting and maintaining a person’s health and physical function that he had not truly considered before.

Cameron was accepted into the MSc. PT program at Dalhousie University in 2011 and enjoyed every aspect of his physiotherapy studies while in Halifax. After completing his PT degree in October of 2013, Cameron started working as a physiotherapist at a multi-disciplinary sports medicine clinic in Alberta, and later, was able to pursue contract work with Alpine Canada Alpin and the Canadian Ski Cross Team, which he continues with today. His clinical interests are in the areas of orthopedic and athletic injury management, as well as concussion rehabilitation. He uses an education and exercise-based approach to help his clients and tries to include hands-on or manual techniques into his treatment as much as possible.

Fun fact: Cameron is fluently bilingual (English and French) and is a graduate of École Sainte-Anne (2007).

Originally from Fredericton, Cam and his wife returned to NB in 2017, and he was excited to join the multi-disciplinary team at Max Health Institute & Physiotherapy in the spring of 2020 (with some unexpected delays due to COVID-19).

 When not in the clinic, Cameron can be found spending time with his wife, young toddler, and their dog – usually skiing, hiking, running, walking, or cycling.

Athletic Therapy

ATHLETIC THERAPY

Athletic Therapists are best known for their quick-thinking on-field emergency care of professional and elite athletes. The first to respond when someone gets hurt, they are experts at injury assessment and rehabilitation. It is the combination of on-site care and active rehabilitation skills that makes Athletic Therapists so effective in treating and assessing musculoskeletal (muscles, bones, and joints) injuries of all Canadians, whether on the field or in the clinic.

Fredericton Athletic Therapy

Max Health Fredericton Athletic Therapists adhere to the Sports Medicine Model of care which allows them to assess a wide range of patients, from kids with concussions to seniors recovering from hip replacement surgery, using various manual therapies, modalities, exercise prescription and even bracing and taping. The treatment varies but the objective does not: the goal of an Athletic Therapist is to help clients return to their usual activities, whether that means playing competitive sports or walking to the mailbox and back.

Our Max Health Fredericton Athletic Therapists have gained a tremendous amount of experience working with high-level athletes at numerous provincial, national, and international events, and have even had opportunities to work with professional athletes. These experiences range from working with university/college athletes across the country in British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario and here in the Atlantic Provinces, as well as working with:

  • high-level international track and field athletes in the United States and Canada,
  • Canada Basketball at the international level,
  • Football New Brunswick,
  • Volleyball Canada,
  • and other international and national sporting events in Canada and around the globe.

These opportunities have afforded our Athletic Therapists a considerable amount of knowledge for managing athletic injuries and rehabilitation. Their extensive skills are applied to each and every one of their Max Health Fredericton clients.

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Learn more about Athletic Therapy by visiting the Atlantic Provinces Athletic Therapists Association (APATA).

ATHLETIC THERAPY FAQ

What is the difference between Athletic Therapy and Physiotherapy?

Athletic Therapy’s focus of study while in school is orthopaedic assessment and an active approach to rehabilitation, working with patients to make a full physical return to their sport, activity, or job.  Physiotherapy’s academic load will cover orthopaedics, but also more disciplines such as cardio-respiratory, neurology, pediatrics, and geriatrics rehabilitation, in a hospital or clinical specialty setting. 

At Max Health Fredericton, Athletic Therapists and Physiotherapists work collaboratively to develop the best rehabilitation plan for their patients.

How can an Athletic Therapist help to rehabilitate my injury?

An Athletic Therapist’s keen assessment skills, as well as functional movement evaluation, will help then devise an active rehabilitation plan geared towards taking you from injury back to participating in your job, sport, or activity.

Will my private/group insurance cover Athletic Therapy services?

We encourage all clients to check the specifics of their extended-health coverage and whether or not a doctor’s referral is required prior to booking an appointment at Max Health Fredericton.

Both of our Max Health Fredericton clinics are setup for direct billing online with most insurance companies, but whether we can direct bill online or not depends on your policy. If we are able to direct bill online, you will only be responsible to pay the co-pay, if applicable. In the event that your policy does not cover our services or that we are not able to direct bill online, you will be responsible to pay in full when services are rendered and submit to your policy by way of paper claim. If requested, we can also provide yearly account statements for income tax purposes.

It is recommended that you be prepared to pay in full for your services in the event that your policy does not allow us to direct bill online for your treatment.

Our knowledgeable and friendly Administrative team is here to help! Call 506-451-6837 with your questions during clinic hours.

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Massage Therapy

MASSAGE THERAPY

Massage therapy is the manipulation of soft tissues of the body including, muscles, connective tissues, tendons, ligaments, and joints in order to achieve a therapeutic response.

Massage Therapy is a clinically oriented healthcare option that helps alleviate the discomfort associated with everyday and occupational stresses, muscular over-use and many chronic pain conditions.

SPORTS MASSAGE

Sports Massage is a therapeutic massage for the athlete and their individual sport. It is ideal in helping prevent injuries and helping to heal faster after an injury. The massage can also be done for pre- and post-event care and will be adjusted depending on the stage of training to optimize results.

MYOFASCIAL RELEASE

Myofascial release techniques are used to treat muscle shortness and tension by unbinding fascia from soft tissues. Fascia is a network of long, thick elastic bands that can be found everywhere in the body and helps to keep “everything bundled together,” almost like a sock tube around your muscles and joints. It can unfortunately sometime impede movement and create pain when it binds to other tissues in the body after suffering from an injury (scar tissue buildup).

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY

Craniosacral therapy, also known as CST, is a gentle, non-invasive treatment option of the bones of the head (cranial sutures), spinal column and sacrum that includes applying an exceptionally soft pressure by the therapist (equal to the weight of a nickel on the skin) that can help relieve compression in these areas of the body and hence, improve the natural flow of the cerebrospinal fluids. This creates a more viable and balanced environment for the Central Nervous System to work in.

ROLF METHOD STRUCTURAL INTEGRATION

Rolf Method Structural Integration is a person-centered approach that embraces the body’s optimal alignment in gravity. It was developed in the 1930-60’s by Ida P. Rolf, Ph.D., a biochemist in the USA.  It is a hands-on physical therapy which manipulates the fascial web of the body in order to restore postural balance, flexibility and vitality to the person.

Through myofascial technique and movement education the practitioner focuses on areas of habitual patterns of restriction, injury and chronic pain to promote healing, body awareness and re-education of the body’s myofascial system. In turn the recipient generally enjoys improved flexibility, better posture, economy of movement, accompanied with a deeper feeling of well-being associated with more freedom of movement and vitality.  This therapeutic approach is helpful in addressing chronic pain patterns, restricted movement and maladaptive posture.

Max Health Fredericton Registered Massage Therapist, Kathrine Walker, offers the Rolf Method Structural Integration at our Prospect Street clinic. Call 506-451-6837 x2 for more information or to book your appointment.

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Massage Therapy FAQ

Do I need to take all my clothes off when having a massage?

Absolutely not. Whether you chose to leave your clothes, undress to your undergarments, or take off all of your clothes, either way your massage therapist will not see you naked. Patients undress with the door closed and lie face-down in the sheets covering the massage table. Our registered massage therapists (RMTs) are experienced and professional. They are very careful to deliver care without making you feel exposed or vulnerable. It is important that you do what feels right for you and do not hesitate to have this conversation with your RMT.

How long will my massage take?

Typically, Max Health Fredericton registered massage therapists (RMTs) provide 1-hour massage treatments, especially for the first treatment to allow ample time for the RMT to assess your condition and concerns; however, many do offer 30-min, 45-min, and 90-min treatments. Please contact our Administrative Team at 506-451-6837 to discuss your options and our RMTs’ availability.

How often should I get a massage?

The answer to this depends on your specific needs for achieving optimal health. Your Max Health Fredericton registered massage therapist (RMT) will develop a treatment plan tailored to you which will be discussed with you at each appointment.

Will I be sore after my massage therapy treatment?

It is not uncommon to feel some muscle tenderness following a massage but the feeling should subside in a day or two.

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Brookside Drive

Caroline Carter, Massage Therapist

Caroline Carter Massage Therapist Clinic – Brookside Drive Meet Caroline! Caroline has a wealth of experience in her career as a registered massage therapist. She has been in practice for 18 years graduating from ICT Northumberland College/Modern Business College in Saint John, NB. Caroline has found a great source of strength from her studies in…

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Tyson Stewart, Massage Therapist

Tyson Stewart Massage Therapist Clinic – Brookside Drive & Currie Center (UNB) Meet Tyson! Tyson brings over 17 years of massage experience to Max Health Institute – Fredericton. He began his post-secondary education at the University of New Brunswick, graduating in 2001 with a BScKin. Tyson then attended the Atlantic College of Therapeutic Massage and…

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Currie Center (UNB)

Thea Loughrey, Massage Therapist

Thea Loughrey Massage Therapist Clinic – Currie Center (UNB) Meet Thea! Originally from Brockville Ontario, Thea found her way East and began her post-secondary education at the University of New Brunswick graduating with BScKin in 2018. Thea became a massage therapist after completing another two years of post-secondary education at the Atlantic College of Therapeutic…

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Tyson Stewart, Massage Therapist

Tyson Stewart Massage Therapist Clinic – Brookside Drive & Currie Center (UNB) Meet Tyson! Tyson brings over 17 years of massage experience to Max Health Institute – Fredericton. He began his post-secondary education at the University of New Brunswick, graduating in 2001 with a BScKin. Tyson then attended the Atlantic College of Therapeutic Massage and…

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Chiropractic

CHIROPRACTIC

Doctors of Chiropractic (or Chiropractors) are primary contact healthcare professionals qualified to provide hands-on and effective conservative treatment to help manage neuro-musculo-skeletal conditions, such as back pain, neck pain, and some types of headaches and migraines.

Fredericton Chiropractors

Max Health Fredericton Chiropractors are spine, muscle, and nervous system experts thoroughly trained to provide patient-centered, evidence-informed assessments, diagnoses, and treatments of the neuro-musculo-skeletal system. They treat injuries or disorders of the full spine as well as the upper and lower extremities (shoulders, elbows, wrists, hips, knees, ankles).

Chiropractors often use a combination of manipulation and mobilization of the joints, soft tissue therapy, modalities, rehabilitation, and lifestyle recommendations to help alleviate symptoms, prevent future occurrences, improve quality of life, and promote overall health and function.

What does neuro-musculo-skeletal mean?

Neuro-musculo-skeletal describes the interactions between nerves, muscles, ligaments, fascia, and the skeleton. They all work together to support your body’s weight and help you move properly. Injuries, disease, and aging can cause pain, stiffness, and other problems with movement and function of this system.

What to Expect at Your Chiropractic Assessment

At your assessment, you can expect to spend approximately an hour with your Max Health Fredericton Chiropractor.  During this time, an extensive health history and comprehensive physical examination will be conducted to assess your movement and determine the root cause of your concern and/or pain as well as help to address your overall health goals.  They often also assess other areas around the affected body part because often, they contribute to your concern/ discomforts. Your Chiropractor understands the connections between the spine, joints, muscles, fascia, nerves, and organs which helps them to establish the origin of your pain, condition, or concern.

During the initial evaluation, your Max Health Chiropractor will have gained important information needed to determine if chiropractic care is the best treatment option for you or if further assessment is required.  You Chiropractor may refer you to your physician or another healthcare professional for further investigation such as imaging or laboratory studies (x-rays, MRI, or blood work).

Your Individualized Chiropractic Treatment Plan

Following your initial assessment, your Max Health Fredericton Chiropractor will discuss treatment options with you. Your comfort is of utmost importance and we will ensure that you understand and feel confident in your treatment plan. Typically, a combination of evidence-informed education, exercise prescription, stretches, spinal and extremity joint mobilizations and/or manipulations, and various soft tissue techniques will be included in your treatment plan.  Your Chiropractor’s overall goal is to help you achieve and maintain optimal health while living a pain free life.

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Our Promise to You

Our Max Health Fredericton Chiropractors are committed to your recovery and overall well-being.  They are dedicated to staying current with research and their own continued education to ensure you always have access to the safest and most effective treatment methods. 

Consider seeing a Max Health Fredericton Chiropractor if you present with any of the following concerns, conditions, or injuries:

  • Neck Pain / Stiffness
  • Back Pain / Stiffness
  • Headaches and migraines
  • Hip Pain
  • Knee Pain
  • Shoulder Pain
  • Postural Dysfunctions/concerns
  • Joint Restrictions
  • Loss of or limited range of motion
  • Sports-related Injuries
  • Sciatica
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Herniated Discs
  • Tennis Elbow
  • Carpal Tunnel
  • Degenerative Disc Disease
  • Muscle Imbalances
  • Rotator Cuff Injuries
  • Headaches / Migraines
  • Whiplash
  • Chronic Pain
  • “Pinched” Nerves
  • Sprains / Strains
  • Ergonomic concerns (home, workplace)
  • Pain or discomfort during pregnancy or postpartum
  • Concerns with infants and children
  • Prehab to enhance sport activity and/or to prevent injury to improve overall health and well-being

Techniques and methods used by Max Health Fredericton Chiropractors:

Is Chiropractic care right for you?

Chiropractic care can be great for all people! Your Max Health Chiropractor ensures that each treatment is safe and effective for people of all ages and stages of life from infants to seniors and the sedentary to the elite athlete. Contact the clinic to discuss how chiropractic care can contribute to your health.

Did you know?

Max Health Institute Fredericton Chiropractor, Dr. Matt Cochran, is a Fellow of the Royal College of Chiropractic Sports Sciences (Canada) (RCCSS(C)) and is the Provincial Representative for New Brunswick & Prince Edward Island.

And Dr. Andrew Cardenas, is nearing the completion of the Royal College of Chiropractic Sports Sciences (Canada) (RCCSS(C)) residency program!

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CHIROPRACTIC FAQ

Do I need to have an x-ray prior to booking an assessment with a Max Health Fredericton Chiropractor? Or will I have one done at Max Health?

No, an x-ray is not required nor performed by Max Health Fredericton Chiropractors. Alternatively, they will take an extensive health history and conduct a comprehensive examination to assess your concern(s), condition, or injury. After this extensive assessment, if your Chiropractor feels that x-ray is required, they will ensure a proper referral is made.

How often will I need to see my Max Health Fredericton Chiropractor?

The duration and frequency needed for each concern, condition, or injury is completely dependent on the individual and how they respond to and progress with care.  Generally, if a condition has been present for a longer period, you can expect that it may take a bit longer to treat. At your initial assessment, your Chiropractor will discuss with you the details of your treatment plan. At Max Health, clients do not pay in advance for treatment.

If I see a Chiropractor for an assessment, do I need to keep coming back?

Frequency and duration will vary depending on the presenting concern, condition, or injury. Usually, when you start seeing your Max Health Chiropractor, you will become more aware of your body and be able to more easily determine when you need to be treated. It is also beneficial, regardless of condition or injury, to check in with your Chiropractor if you have changes in your health or activity (job, sport, lifestyle, etc.) to see if there are ways that you can prepare your body and prevent injury. Just like keeping up with your home and car maintenance, or teeth cleanings, it is important to make sure your musculoskeletal system is functioning optimally.

For some people, preventative treatments may be every few months and for others, a few times per year. This is something that can be discussed with your Max Health Fredericton Chiropractor to complement your specific needs.

Do I need to pay for my treatments in advance?

No, you are only required to pay after services have been rendered.  At Max Health Fredericton, we do not offer treatment or payment packages. If you have personal insurance that allows us to direct bill your claims electronically, you will only be responsible to pay the co-pay, if applicable, at each appointment. 

If you have any questions regarding billing, insurances, or payments, we encourage you to talk to our Administrative team at your appointment or by calling 506-451-6837.

What is the “cracking” sound that is heard during Chiropractic adjustments?

The “cracking” sound that is heard with joint manipulation is occurring when the pressure changes inside the joint and allows gases in your body to enter the joint cavity and essentially create more space. Previously, it was believed that the gases were being released; however, additional research of this process by way of MRI indicates that the joint space is actually increasing. This is reason you may feel less discomfort and increased range of motion why following a manipulation.

Is it safe for me to “crack” my own joints?

Generally, if this is not causing you pain or discomfort, it is not necessarily a bad thing to do. However, it is not necessarily what you need. When you “crack” your own joints, you are likely moving joints that are not overly restricted. The restricted area may be above or below the joint that you actually get to “crack” so, this is not a long-term solution for issues that may be present.

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Brookside Drive

Andrea Plagos, Chiropractor

Dr. Andrea Plagos Chiropractor Clinic – Brookside Drive & Currie Center Meet Andrea! Andrea is a licensed Chiropractor in good standing with the New Brunswick Chiropractors Association (NBCA) and the Canadian Chiropractic Association (CCA). Andrea’s passion for sports started at a young age and ignited her interest in the human body, ultimately leading her to…

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Kelsey Nissen, Chiropractor

Dr. Kelsey Nissen Chiropractor Clinic – Brookside Drive Meet Kelsey! In 2009, Kelsey began her post-secondary educational journey at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) Fredericton where she completed a BScKin (2013). After graduation, she set her sights on becoming a Doctor of Chiropractic and headed to Toronto to attend. Upon completing her chiropractic education…

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Matt Cochran, Chiropractor

Dr. Matt Cochran Co-Owner & Chiropractor Clinic – Currie Center (UNB) & Prospect Street Meet Matt! Matt has been a Chiropractor since 2009 when he graduated from Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto with clinic honors and Magna Cum Laude distinctions.  He then returned to New Brunswick to continue his education and starting to practice…

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Currie Center (UNB)

Prospect Street

Physiotherapy

PHYSIOTHERAPY

Orthopaedic Physiotherapists are primary healthcare professionals who are experts in human anatomy and who play a significant role in health promotion and treatment of injury and disease.

Using skilled hands-on and exercise-based techniques, as well as injury-specific education, a physiotherapist is able to assess, diagnose, and treat musculoskeletal injuries, illnesses, and diseases.

The main objective of a physiotherapist is to help restore function and movement and/or help prevent future injuries to maximize their patient’s quality of life.

Fredericton Physiotherapy Services

Max Health Fredericton Physiotherapists tailor each treatment plan to meet the individualized needs of each client through evidence-based education, exercise prescription, and various therapeutic modalities:

Did you know?

Max Health Institute Fredericton Physiotherapist/Co-Owner, Ryan Sweeney, is a member of the International Federation of Sports Physical Therapy (IFSPT).

And Physiotherapists, Quinn Mercer & Cameron DuPlessis, are Board Directors of New Brunswick Physiotherapy Association (NBPA).

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CONCUSSION MANAGEMENT
VESTIBULAR REHABILITATION

PHYSIOTHERAPY FAQ

What are some common injuries or conditions that are treated by an orthopaedic physiotherapist?

Physiotherapist can assist with a variety of conditions such as :
-Soft tissue injuries
-Chronic pain conditions
-Sports injuries
-Concussions
-Joint pain
-Neck & back pain
-Elbow & wrist pain
-Hip pain
-Achilles & Knee Tendinopathy
-Pre-/Post-Operative care
-Sciatica
-Arthritic conditions
-Injuries sustained in motor vehicle accidents
-Ligament sprains & strains
-Rotator cuff injuries
-Plantar Fasciitis

What is the difference between Acupuncture & Dry Needling?

In acupuncture, a needle is inserted into a specific location called acupuncture points which are found in energy channels that run throughout the body. This stimulates endorphins to help relieve pain, promote healing, and restore balance to body function.
Dry needling also requires the use of acupuncture needles. A needle is inserted into trigger points of a muscle to stimulate a release of tight bands to restore normal function and blood flow.

What education level do you need to be a physiotherapist?

Physiotherapists must complete an undergraduate degree, followed by a 2-year Master’s Degree in Physiotherapy from an accredited institution within Canada. Physiotherapists are expected to continue their education after graduating in order to stay current on the latest research.

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Brookside Drive

Kristen De Rooy, Physiotherapist

Kristen De Rooy Physiotherapist Clinic – Brookside Drive Meet Kristen! Kristen began her post-secondary education at Memorial University in St. John’s, NL, graduating in 2013 with a BScHon in Kinesiology. She continued her education in Halifax, NS at Dalhousie University in 2014 and completed a Master of Science degree in Physiotherapy. She has been working…

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Matt Calhoun, Physiotherapist

Matt Calhoun Physiotherapist Clinic – Brookside Drive Meet Matt! With over a decade of experience, Matt is a physiotherapist that brings a wealth of knowledge and a genuine passion for helping people overcome everyday injuries. He earned his undergraduate degree in Kinesiology (BScKin) and a Masters in Exercise and Sports Science (MScESS) from the University…

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Paul Byrne, Physiotherapist

Paul Byrne Physiotherapist Clinic – Brookside Drive & Prospect Street Meet Paul! Paul graduated from the University of New Brunswick in 2017 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology-Chemistry. After graduating, Paul worked full-time for The Canadian Army for three years before deciding to further his education. Paul is fascinated by the human body and…

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Quinn Mercer, Physiotherapist

Quinn Mercer Physiotherapist Clinic – Brookside Drive Meet Quinn! Quinn loved physiotherapy school so much, he went back again for another Masters in Manipulative Physiotherapy! This has allowed Quinn to become a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapy (FCAMPT), one of only a handful in NB, as well as better evaluate and integrate…

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Currie Center (UNB)

Prospect Street

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