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Chiropractic and Soft Tissue Therapies (Shockwave, ART, Graston, IMS)

Your first stop for sports injuries and back pain. Feeling crooked? An adjustment might be exactly what you need. But if the thought of crunching bones makes you queasy then don't worry, we offer lots of alternatives. Active Release, Graston, Shockwave and IMS combine for a hands-on approach to combat deep, stubborn scar tissue and chronic pain. From heel spurs and achilles tendons to tennis e... Read More

Your first stop for sports injuries and back pain. Feeling crooked? An adjustment might be exactly what you need. But if the thought of crunching bones makes you queasy then don't worry, we offer lots of alternatives. Active Release, Graston, Shockwave and IMS combine for a hands-on approach to combat deep, stubborn scar tissue and chronic pain. From heel spurs and achilles tendons to tennis elbow and rotator cuffs our experienced Team can provide you a customized combination of therapies and home exercises aimed at getting you better faster and keeping you better longer. When needed our Team of Chiropractors and Physiotherapists combine their skills to solve the toughest cases!

Physiotherapy/IMS

Get back to action faster. Interventions range from traditional physiotherapy approaches to more advanced modalities such as IMS dry needling and Shockwave therapy. Each therapist brings no less than 15 years experience to your rehabilitation program. A combination of in-office interventions and home exercise strategies will ensure you have the best chances for a full and lasting recovery.

Massage Therapy

Each massage session can be tailored to uniquely to your specific needs. All therapists have extensive experience in providing everything from therapeutic deep tissue sports massage to restorative relaxation techniques. Please communicate directly with your therapist to ensure your sessions meets your expectations.

Kristyne Hawkshaw

Kristyne has been a massage therapist since 2007. She received her training at CDI College in Hamilton, ON and specializes in sports therapy. Kristyne grew up competing in sports and still loves to be active. This is why she enjoys discussing and teaching body mechanics and moving as efficiently as possible through a wide range of movements. Taking a fully holistic approach to treatment, Kristyne keeps in mind her clients’ day-to-day activities, habits, work life, and overall lifestyle when approaching her treatments. Every person is unique and needs their own individual plan.

Kristyne has been a massage therapist since 2007. She received her training at CDI College in Ham... Read More

Lyndsey Haley

Lyndsey is a graduate of the 2200hr Massage Therapy Diploma program at Mount Royal University. A long time healthcare worker, Lyndsey is passionate about evidence-based therapies and has a therapeutic approach to improve quality of life. In her free time, Lyndsey volunteers with medical missions and fundraisers to share her knowledge and privilege to those less fortunate. Lyndsey is a self-professed “career student” and is always on the lookout for new skills and methodologies to enhance her work.

Lyndsey is a graduate of the 2200hr Massage Therapy Diploma program at Mount Royal University. A ... Read More

Dr. Christopher Hankins BSc., D.C.

Dr. Hankins has been involved in multidisciplinary therapy teams for over 20 years. He took over operations of Bridgeland Chiropractic in 2000 and orchestrated its conversion to Bridgeland Sport and Spine, a full service Rehabilitation Clinic.

Dr. Hankins has been providing Active Release Techniques since 2002 and was involved in bringing the Graston treatment to Calgary in 2003. He attended the annual scientific meetings of the International Society of Medical Shockwave Therapy in 2012, 2013 and 2014 and is one of the few therapists in Canada certified by the ISMST in providing shockwave therapy.

Dr. Hankins has been involved in multidisciplinary therapy teams for over 20 years. He took over ... Read More

Vicky Maradyn

Vicky graduated from the Mount Royal College of Massage Therapy Program in 1995. She offers over 20 years of clinical treatment experience and has been a member of and examiner for the Massage Therapist Association of Alberta (MTAA) for 9 years. Vicky has specialized training in Sports Massage, Myofascial Release, and Pregnancy Massage.

Vicky graduated from the Mount Royal College of Massage Therapy Program in 1995. She offers over ... Read More

Carolyn Hiles
(She/Her/Hers) PT

Carolyn has over 20 years experience in physiotherapy clinical treatment. She uses an integrated approach to not only treat symptoms but to get to the root the problem to help you heal and prevent future injuries. A body sleuth, Carolyn is fascinated with the human body and loves to discover new and innovative techniques for therapy.

Carolyn has over 20 years experience in physiotherapy clinical treatment. She uses an integrated ... Read More

Melinda Hertig
(She/Her/Hers)

Melinda graduated from the Makami College Advanced Clinical Massage Program in 2018. She started working at Bridgeland Sport & Spine in 2017 while finishing her studies and has been with the clinic ever since! Melinda specializes in therapeutic and sport massage and has additional training in intraoral TMJ massage and resistance stretching. She likes to combine deep and precise pressure with relaxation techniques to make the massage treatment an effective yet relaxing experience.

Melinda graduated from the Makami College Advanced Clinical Massage Program in 2018. She started ... Read More

Dr. Christopher Anderson BSc., D.C.

Dr. Anderson is a certified provider in Active Release Technique (A.R.T.), Graston Technique, Kinesiotape, Contemporary Medical Acupuncture, and IMS.

Dr. Anderson has also studied Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization from the Prague School of Rehabilitation. He has worked with the Alberta Ballet and the Polish National Bobsled team. He travelled with the Canadian National Bobsled and Skeleton teams for two years. He taught Neurology at Foothills College of Massage from 2009-2011.

Dr. Anderson has worked as a clinical advisor for the Alberta College of Chiropractors since 2014 and as a member of the Continuing Competence Committee since 2019. Dr. Anderson acted as the chair of the Continuing Competence Committee from 2020-2022.

Dr. Anderson is a certified provider in Active Release Technique (A.R.T.), Graston Technique, Kin... Read More

Kara Lamb

Kara graduated from the University of Alberta in 2004 with a Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy.

Kara has over 10 years of clinical experience in a wide array of areas, including, sports injuries, post operative rehabilitation, chronic pain, and exercise prescription. She has worked extensively with elite level youth athletes from a variety of sports, including hockey, skiing, soccer and running.

Kara has obtained several post-graduate certifications and courses, including her Certificate in Anatomical Acupuncture, Certificate in Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS), Part A and B of McKenzie Certification and basic level 2 upper and lower Manual Therapy.

Kara graduated from the University of Alberta in 2004 with a Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy... Read More

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