OVERALL HEALTH AND WELLNESS REQUIRES A BALANCE OF ALL ASPECTS OF LIFE
FROM THE INSIDE OUT
ABOUT
Joelle Karam,
BHsc(Hons), MScPT, CSCS
Joelle Karam is an integrative physiotherapist, specializing in performance optimization in sport and daily activities, efficient recovery from injury and offering tools for injury prevention. Joelle graduated with a Masters of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Toronto. Prior to that she received a Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours) Degree from McMaster University. She is a Neurofunctional Sports Performance Practitioner and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. Joelle is a clinical educator with the University of Toronto Physical Therapy Program and instructs at the McMaster Contemporary Medical Acupuncture Program.
Joelle understands that the human body is complex and each individual is unique. She has worked in clinic, in training facilities and on the sidelines with amateur and professional athletes, specifically with hockey, basketball, rugby and track. She uses her extensive continuing education and professional experience to offer a distinctive combination of treatment techniques including functional core training, Contemporary Medical Acupuncture, and soft tissue mobilization, working one on one with her clients to optimize results.
Certifications:
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McMaster Contemporary Medical Acupuncture Program
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McMaster Acupuncture Advanced Sports Performance Program
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Scalp Acupuncture - certified by Asian Integrative Medicine Learning, Dr. Jishun Hao
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Skills in Hand Foundations in Neuro-Functional Assessment
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Dr. Mike Prebeg Elite NHL Mentorship Program
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Diaphragm/Pelvic Floor Piston for Adult Populations Part 1 & 2
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ALTIS Performance Therapy Program
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Orthopaedic Physiotherapy - Manual Therapy Level 3
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APTEI: Cervical Neural Tissue Pathodynamics, Lumbar Articular Dysfunction, SI Joint Dysfunction, The Shoulder Complex, TMJ Dysfunction
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Neuroproprioceptive and Sports Taping
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Precision Nutrition Level 1
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Polestar Pilates - Gateway Level 1 Reformer
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Real Time Ultrasound and Exercise - Physio Coaching Academy Australia
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B.A.S.E. Inside-Out Training Course with Sally Belanger
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APTA Credentialed Clinical Instructor Program
PHYSIOTHERAPY
Whether you are a professional athlete, weekend warrior or somewhere in between, you will receive an integrative approach to treatment, combining functional exercise, core retraining, acupuncture and manual therapy,
to get you back to your activity.
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Acupuncture allows us to access the nervous system to more effectively restore motor control and reduce pain. In combination with proper exercise and soft tissue mobility, neurofunctional acupuncture is an asset to rehabilitation and performance.
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MOVEMENT
HEALS
SERVICES
NEUROFUNCTIONAL
ACUPUNCTURE
Our inside is a reflection of the outside. When our metabolic system is functioning at its best, we have greater energy, focus and capacity to repair from physical and environmental stressors. I have partnered with a company I trust to keep me functioning at my peak performance and am committed to helping others achieve the same.
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HEALTH & WELLNESS
From home, to work, to play, you will perform optimally with the range of services that are provided.
INJURY TREATMENT & PREVENTION
Combining Physiotherapy, Exercise
and Acupuncture to restore function
NUTRITIONAL SUPPORT
Coaching and support with evidence based nutrition products and meal planning
CHOOSE YOUR GOAL
Joelle Karam, BHsc(Hons), MScPT, CSCS
Mount Sinai Rehab and Wellbeing Centre & Liberty Village Toronto, ON
For questions or to book an appointment, please email:
Joelle Karam, BHsc(Hons), MScPT, CSCS
South Coast, New South Wales, Australia
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