Kimberly Friesen

Registered Massage Therapist Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology

Kimberly recently moved from BC where she did her schooling and practice for 6.5 years to the Lethbridge area. Kimberly’s interest in sports, rehab and health, lead her to begin her post-secondary studies with a degree in Kinesiology. Wanting to further her education with a more hands on approach she completed the Registered Massage Therapy program at the West Coast College of Massage Therapy April 2015. Using various techniques such as myofascial release, trigger point therapy and swedish massage, Kimberly works to find a pressure that feels good to you to relieve troubled areas and help encourage optimal health.

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MScPT; SFMA Level 1 and 2 Certified; Functional Dry needling Level 1 and 2

I was born and raised in a small town in southern Alberta. Growing up I played any sport had the chance to try and always had an interest in the human body. When I finished high school I moved to Lethbridge and completed my Bachelors degree in Kinesiology from the University of Lethbridge. Soon after I began my journey into physiotherapy at the University of Alberta and finished my Masters degree in Physiotherapy in 2013. I have been working in private practice since finishing school and have been able to complete many continuing education courses. My treatment style hast transitioned into a mixture of manual therapy techniques and corrective exercises. Over the years I have developed a passion for treating vestibular patients and look to further my knowledge in this area. What I enjoy most about physiotherapy is that I have the skills and knowledge to help people live healthier lives and achieve their goals.

When I’m not working I enjoy competing in triathlons, going to the gym, golfing, hiking, snowboarding, and being a new father.

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Growing up in a larger family there was always something sport related going on. Growing up I was primarily a gymnast but I dabbled in soccer, basketball, badminton and dance. When I wasn’t involved in my own sports, I spent time watching my dad coach soccer. Being surrounded with sports I saw a lot of injuries occur which sparked my interest in rehabilitation.

I started my post-secondary Education at the Lethbridge College gaining a Diploma in Exercise Science. This granted me the opportunity to work alongside the Athletic therapist with the cross-country/ track, volleyball and soccer teams to assess injury and help with injury, when they occured. Finishing my post secondary education at the University of Lethbridge with a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology. With my background in sports and exercise analysis, I have become very fond of helping individuals get back to what they love doing, whether that involves sport or not.

When I am not working you will usually find me taking a stroll in the coulees with my dogs, dragon boating, in a workout class or hiking in the mountains.

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Stephanie Honess

MScPT, Level III Upper and Lower Manual Therapy courses through the Orthopedic Division; Biomedical Dry Needling (BDN); Intermediate Clinical Pilates

Growing up in a small town (Enchant, Alberta) groomed me for a life filled with sports- baseball, basketball, badminton, dance, volleyball and the list goes on! I was always active, and enjoyed being outdoors, and because of that ended up needing a lot of physical therapy in the process. Volleyball ended up being the sport I pursued, and was fortunate to compete at the provincial, national, and eventually collegiate level at the University of Calgary where I obtained my Bachelor’s degree. I have been working as a physiotherapist in Lethbridge since I graduated from University of Alberta with a Master’s in Physiotherapy in the fall of 2015, and have since completed many other postgraduate certifications including manual therapy and dry needling. These days my interests include hiking, biking, running, lifting weights, and spending time with my husband, daughter and extended family.

I consider my treatment to be exercise and movement focused, with a strong manual therapy component to help you reach your movement goals. Although I do have a special interest in the athletic population, anyone that is motivated to reach their movement and fitness goals are my specialty.

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James Rowan

MPT, Level 3 Upper and Lower quadrants courses of the Canadian Physiotherapies Orthopaedic Division; Chan Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS); Intermediate Clinical Pilates

I began my post-secondary education at UBC where I obtained my Bachelors in Human Kinetics with a focus on exercise science. I completed a Masters degree in physiotherapy in 2008 from the University of Alberta, and have completed a number of post-graduate physiotherapy courses.

I specialize in manual therapy, orthopaedics, workplace health, and sports injuries. I have worked in private practice clinics for most entire career. Although I have worked predominantly in the Vancouver area before arriving in Lethbridge, my career took me to London, England. My position in London was unique as I was treating staff members on-site at two large hospitals and at Harrods Department store. As part of this job, I performed job site evaluations, ergonomic assessments, and assessed and treated staff members.

When I am not working, I enjoy running, skiing, traveling and spending time with my wife and two young daughters.

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