OVERALL HEALTH AND WELLNESS REQUIRES A BALANCE OF ALL ASPECTS OF LIFE
FROM THE INSIDE OUT
ABOUT
Joelle Karam,
BHsc(Hons), MScPT, CMAG, CSCS, Pn1
Joelle Karam is an integrative physiotherapist, specializing in performance optimization in sport and daily activities, and offering tools for injury prevention and efficient recovery. 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 ice 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
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Unite Health/APPI - Matwork Pilates Levels 1, 2, 3
PHYSIOTHERAPY
NEUROFUNCTIONAL ACUPUNCTURE/
DRY NEEDLING
MOVEMENT THERAPY
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, dry needling/acupuncture and manual therapy, to get you back to your activity.
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 electrotherapeutic acupuncture is an asset to rehabilitation and performance.
Movement Heals. Improving body awareness and optimizing movement pattern builds resilience against injury. Using pilates based exercises, guided in one-on-one sessions, you will develop your body's core strength and endurance.
MOVEMENT
HEALS
SERVICES
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
CORE TRAINING, PILATES
& PELVIC HEALTH
Building a strong foundation to support
all movement
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, PT
BHsc(Hons), MScPT, CSCS, PN1
Tidal Physiotherapy is located in the building at Bird Land Parking lot across from Tribe Cafe.
Please be aware we do not have reception in the clinic. Please email for enquiries regarding service or book online.