ABOUT US

I grew up in England where I completed my Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology and Nutrition. I then went on to complete my Masters in Physiotherapy from Manchester Metropolitan University in 2013 where, whilst writing my thesis, I first explored the benefits of compression and contrast therapy as recovery interventions for athletes, post performance . For my final placement, I chose to come to Alberta to explore the profession overseas and to be closer to the mountains. I instantly felt like I belonged here and decided to move in January 2014, joining the Pivotal team in 2016. I’m also co-owner of ARC by Pivotal Physiotherapy.

Having completed my CSCS through the NSCA, I have a strong belief in functional rehabilitation and my treatment model is to facilitate tissue adaptation by prescribing functional exercise alongside anti inflammatory interventions. This is aimed at increasing tissue extensibility and joint range of motion with stretching and flexibility work, or to increase neuromuscular recruitment along with the associated strength benefits from a progressive loading program. I believe that alongside traditional techniques such as joint manipulation, dry needling and muscle energy techniques that functional rehabilitation offers the best potential outcome for all athletes and patients.

On my off time, I enjoy CrossFit, rugby, golf and exploring the great outdoors!

Hi I’m Craig, co-owner at ARC by Pivotal Physiotherapy. I graduated from the University of Alberta with an MSc in Medical Sciences in 1999 and a BSc in Physiotherapy in 2003; I’ve also completed advanced training in manual therapy, acupuncture, spinal manipulation and Gunn IMS, Movement Screening and EXOS Performance Therapy.

Although I have been practicing general orthopaedic physiotherapy for over 15 years, in the last 3 years I have been more keenly focused on developing the skills and techniques necessary to work with high performance athletes. My particular interest is exploring how movement science (FSM, SFMA) can be coupled to performance programming to ensure athletes have a safe and efficient route to obtain their goals. Whether you are looking to get back in the game or looking find your next level performance, I have the tools and experience to help you get there.

Whenever I get the chance, I enjoy mountain biking in the Edmonton river valley trails.

Hi, I’m David and I’ve been a Strength & Conditioning coach for the past 5 years. I graduated from Aberystwyth University in Wales with a honours degree in Sports and Exercise Science. During my time at University, I worked with many rugby athletes and military personnel preparing for deployment. After graduating, I began working for the NHS (National Health Service) in a diabetic advisory role. However, although this was very rewarding work, my true passion is elite sport so I took a job as a S&C coach in professional rugby working for the Cornish Pirates – a feeder team for the Exeter Chiefs in Southern England. This position placed me in direct everyday contact with elite athletes and I’m proud to say that I’ve helped many of the athletes reach the pinnacle of their sport.

Upon moving to Canada in 2016, I began working with Rugby Canada in talent ID as an academy S&C coach and during this time, I also worked with MacEwan’s basketball program. Most recently becoming the Edmonton Eskimos S&C coach in early 2018, working with professional sport on two different continents has given me a unique appreciation for S&C and expanded my knowledge greatly.

I use a wide variety of methods to help improve performance with the individuals I work with but rely on evidence based training and scientific principles. There are many paths that lead to the same goal of athletic improvement.

In my free time, I train and compete in powerlifting and have represented my home country of Wales on many occasions including the Commonwealth Games.