Rachel graduated from the University of Guelph-Humber in 2017 with an Honours Bachelor of Applied Science in Kinesiology and a diploma in Fitness and Health Promotion.

Rachel earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy degree from D’Youville College in Buffalo, New York. During this time, she gained experience working with a wide variety of conditions, such as acute and chronic musculoskeletal injuries and post-surgical rehabilitation.

She is looking forward to growing in the field and taking additional courses to expand her knowledge.

Rachel believes that her patients should have an active role in their plan of care to help achieve the best outcomes. Her treatments are individualized based on the patient’s needs and centre around a combination of manual therapy and therapeutic exercise.

Rachel aims to help all of her patients reduce pain, improve their function and prevent further injury. She looks forward to helping you achieve your goals!

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Danielle graduated from McMaster University in 2016 with an Honours Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. While at McMaster Danielle volunteered her time in the rehabilitation clinic at the David Braley Athletic Centre, sparking her interest in sport rehabilitation. During her years at McMaster, she also completed a strength and conditioning internship, working closely with the varsity rugby, hockey and rowing teams.

In 2019, Danielle earned her Master’s of Physical Therapy from Western University. She went on to complete a Sport Physiotherapy Fellowship at the Fowler Kennedy Sport Medicine Clinic in London, Ontario. Here she was able to treat varsity athletes while working alongside a multi-disciplinary team of healthcare practitioners.

Over the years, Danielle has developed an interest in high performance sport. Danielle holds her Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (NSCA) and Level 1 Sport Performance Coach (USAW) certifications, as well as her Level 1 Manual Therapy certification.

Danielle works with individuals and athletes of all ages and activity levels. She utilizes manual therapy and exercise to assess and treat both acute and chronic injuries!

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Dr Evangelyn Di Bacco received her Bachelor of Kinesiology degree with Honors from Brock University. After completing her kinesiology degree, she made the move to San Jose, California and completed her Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer West College of Chiropractic, graduating with magna cum laude honors and a presidential scholar.

Dr Di Bacco was selected to participate in a Veteran Affairs rotation program during her clinical training at Palmer West, which allowed her work alongside hospital staff to treat a wide diversity of complex cases. Following her graduation from Palmer West, she worked in the Bay Area and is now returning to St Catharines.

Dr Di Bacco utilizes spinal and extremity adjustments, soft tissue treatment and rehabilitative exercises along with her training from coursework in Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS), Functional and Kinetic Treatment with Rehab (FAKTR), and Motion Palpation Institute (MPI).

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Dr. Troy Findlay is a 2020 graduate of a 4-year Doctorate of Chiropractic degree from D’Youville College in Buffalo, NY. Previous to Chiropractic school, Dr. Findlay graduated from Notre Dame College in Cleveland, Ohio, where he was a 4-year varsity baseball player at the D2 NCAA level. At Notre Dame, he earned a Bachelor of Arts with concentration in Exercise Science degree as well as a minor in Coaching. Throughout Dr. Findlay’s experience at D’Youville, he was able to gain clinical practice in a hospital setting at Erie County Medical Center, treating staff at students at the D’Youville clinic and treating post-operative patients at the University of Buffalo Neurosurgery clinic. This valuable experience makes for a great transition from doctorate degree to clinical practice. Dr. Findlay strives to provide the most recent evidence-based treatments consisting of a wide variety of techniques that include Diversified Technique, Muscular Release Techniques, Drop Technique and Flexion/Distraction. These treatments will consist of chiropractic manipulations, soft tissue therapy, spinal mobilizations, rehabilitative exercises and patient education. Outside of the clinic you can find Dr. Findlay being very active, as he continues to play and coach baseball. He is also an avid golfer, cyclist, volleyball player and sports fanatic. I promise, if you have a sports question or concern, he is your guy!

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• Chiropractor
• Contemporary Medical Acupuncture Provider
• Running Injury Consultant
• Certified Sport Vision Trainer
• Facilitator - Brock University MedPlus Program
• 2019 Diamond Award Winner - St. Catharines Readers Choice Awards

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• Diploma of Osteopathic Manual Practice (DOMP)
• Diploma in Fitness and Health Promotion at Niagara College.
• Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP) - Certified Personal Trainer
• Specializing in functional movement patterns
• Athletic Development
• Proper form and technique
• Realistic lifestyle habits
• Assistant Program Leader at Wellspring Niagara.

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Paul earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Florida Gulf Coast University in 2016. He has spent his 7+ years of practice working in outpatient settings on the west coast of Florida.

Some of Paul’s areas of expertise include balance & vestibular disorders, BPPV, and TMJ dysfunction. He also has experience dealing with pre- and post-surgical rehabilitation, as well as acute and chronic orthopedic conditions.

He just recently relocated to Vineland, where he lives with his wife, their 6 cats, and small flock of chickens. While his current hobbies include running, biking, and video games, in his youth he was a competitive swimmer and once raced against (and was beaten by) Michael Phelps.

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Sang started his journey into Health and Fitness at Niagara College (2010) and worked as a Personal Trainer until 2014. During this time Sang found that his true passion lies in therapy and rehab/prehab . It was at this point which he enrolled at the Ontario College of Health and Technology where he graduated from in 2016 as a Registered Massage Therapist.

Sang’s treatment can be best described as a Sports Massage with the expectation to improve function/performance and/or reduce pain and tension. However, this type of treatment is not just for athletes, it is beneficial for the general population, seniors, and active populations.

Over the years Sang has taken numerous continuing education courses. His main skill set is composed of Fascial Stretch Therapy (Medical Level 3), Active Release Technique(Full Body Certified), Acupuncture, and Fascial Release. He also utilizes his knowledge from his years as a personal trainer to recommend effective home care exercises and lifestyle changes to his clients.

With the combination of these skills it helps cover a wide variety of issues and offer many solutions and opportunities for improvement. This also allows him to personalize treatment plans and solutions especially when one skill may not work or is not appropriate for the given condition.

Outside of work Sang’s passions are fitness and food. You will find him dabbling in gymnastics and bodybuilding, as well as, expanding his culinary skills.

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Dr. Shawn Noaman is thrilled to serve his hometown of St. Catharines. While completing his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at Brock University, Dr. Noaman recognized the importance of keeping the body strong and utilizing proper biomechanics after a deadlifting injury forced him to visit a chiropractor. The benefits he experienced were life changing, and made him fall in love with the profession. While completing his Doctoral studies at D’Youville University in Buffalo, Dr. Noaman was fortunate enough to treat athletes on the Buffalo Bandits as well as those playing numerous varsity sports. During this time, he also became fascinated with the interconnection between mind and body, and is a large proponent of mindfulness and meditation. Dr. Noaman utilizes a combination of spinal manipulation, soft tissue mobilization, active release, stretches and exercises. It is his mission to empower individuals by showing them that if we improve our movement patterns, increase our mobility, and strengthen our bodies, we can protect ourselves from many of the body’s ailments. You don’t need to live with that pinched nerve in your neck, or the constant headaches, the aches and pains in your low back or the soreness between your shoulder blades! In his spare time, Dr. Noaman loves lifting weights, playing basketball, swimming, running, biking, and hiking.

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Dharti was born and raised in Gujarat, India. She developed an interest in physiotherapy while she was getting treatment because of a fractured tibia she sustained while hiking. Dharti completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy in Saurashtra University in Gujarat; after finishing her Bachelor’s, she worked as a physiotherapist in India for 1 year before coming to Canada. During her hospital internship for her Bachelor’s, Dharti worked with patients who had total knee and hip replacements; she also has experience treating muskulo-skeletal injuries, sports injuries, ligament injuries, and some neurological post-stroke rehabilitation.

Upon arrival in Canada, Dharti went to Sheridan College Oakville and did a Diploma in Medical Office Administration while also working as a PTA in Mississauga. Most recently, Dharti did additional schooling to become a certified Pelvic Health Physiotherapist.

Dharti has worked with many demographics, including the elderly, during her time working as a PTA and recreational aide in a long-term care home. Her time in the long term care home gave her experience working with patients with Parkinson’s, post-stroke symptoms, dementia, Alzheimer’s, multiple sclerosis, and ALS. Even though she no longer works at the long-term care home, she still volunteers there on a monthly basis, working in their behavior support department!

When she isn’t working, Dharti loves to stay active; she has even done extreme sports such as rafting and paragliding! She loves playing and watching cricket and was on her college’s women’s cricket team. She also enjoys camping, hiking, playing badminton, and painting, and loves to use cooking as a way to relax!

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Riddhi is a dedicated physiotherapist, who earned a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and a Master of Fitness Science (MFSc) from York University. After graduation, Riddhi gained valuable experience working as an exercise physiologist in the Toronto area. In this role, she worked with cardiac rehabilitation patients and conducted occupational health testing for firefighters.

These experiences later guided Riddhi to relocate to the UK, where she earned a Master of Science in Physiotherapy from the University of Brighton.

While practicing as a physiotherapist in the UK, Riddhi worked with individuals across various age groups with both acute and chronic conditions. She also gained experience working with patients who require rehabilitation due to Motor Vehicle Accidents (MVAs).

Riddhi’s passion lies in making a meaningful difference in people’s lives through rehabilitation, empowering them to overcome pain, increase strength/flexibility, and enhance overall health and wellbeing.

In her free time, Riddhi enjoys exploring the outdoors through hiking and traveling. So far, she’s had the opportunity to visit twenty countries. She enjoys staying active and maintaining a healthy work-life balance by playing badminton and ultimate frisbee, as well as hiking.

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Dina enjoys providing massage so much that it was her frequent hobby for 10 years before she became a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT)!

Dina came to Canada as a baby, from Moldova. Following high school, Dina attended Open Word Bible College in London, Ontario. She then continued her post-secondary studies, graduating from the Massage Therapy Diploma program at Medix School in 2008. After graduation, Dina practiced in St. Thomas as a RMT, until returning to the Niagara region to be closer to family.

Over the years she has gained experience working in various settings including spas, chiropractic clinics and hospitals. She also operates a home business, offering mobile massage. Dina has enjoyed working with clients of all ages - from newborns to the elderly in palliative care. She is comfortable working with people from all demographics and enjoys a challenge with her cases! Dina is known for her ability to provide thorough assessments and for providing deep-tissue massage when needed/requested.

Dina also has a special interest in Life Coaching and obtained her certification in 2016.

Outside of the clinic, Dina enjoys reading, singing, spending time in nature, and devoting her spare time to founding “Elegant Solutions for Life” - her charitable organization that aims to help those displaced by war in Ukraine. She speaks Russian and understands most spoken Ukrainian, as well.

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Kelly began her studies in Physical and Health Education at the University of Toronto prior to pursuing her career as a massage therapist at Algonquin College in Ottawa. Upon her graduation in 2001, she returned to the Niagara Region where she has been practicing as a Registered Massage Therapist at various clinics and spas. Kelly has a wide variety of experience, having worked with professional and amateur athletes, workplace injuries, senior citizens and individuals with physical disabilities. In addition, Kelly has provided therapy for members of the Canadian National List of Soccer Officials and the National Hockey League referees during their respective training camps.

In 2007, Kelly had the opportunity to combine her skills in massage therapy and her passion for soccer. She was selected as one of the three massage therapists for the match officials at the FIFA U20 World Cup Soccer tournament in Canada. This opportunity allowed her to work with some of the world’s elite match officials. In 2010, Kelly had a memorable experience when she joined Lady Gaga’s Monster Tour in Toronto as a massage therapist for the dancers. Most recently, she was selected as a massage therapist for the 2014 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup in Canada.

When not at work, Kelly can be found on the soccer field as a referee and assessor or on the squash court. Kelly enjoys a wide variety of recreational sports but her first love is soccer. She played for 25 years at various levels including provincial and varsity, and has been a match official for the past 11 years.

Whether dealing with tension associated with stress, sports injuries, motor vehicle accidents or workplace injuries, Kelly actively strives to improve her clients’ quality of life and functional well being.

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Natalie graduated from the Ontario College of Health & Technology. She is registered and in good standing with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario.

Health and fitness is a big part of Natalie’s life; maintaining an active and healthy lifestyle is a priority for her. As a fitness instructor and having suffered an injury, she sought out massage treatments as part of her rehabilitation program. After discovering how important it was to her journey to recovery, she realized that she wanted to be able to help others who may have suffered injuries, as well as those who just need a little help in achieving their goals to a healthier lifestyle.

Moving forward, Natalie is interested in furthering her education and knowledge by taking courses that will allow her to treat clients in various ways to benefit them.

When Natalie is not treating clients or teaching group exercise classes, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends.

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• Registered Kinesiologist
• Registered Holistic Nutritionist
• Certified Exercise Physiologist
• Functional Range Conditioning Mobility Specilaist
• Kinstretch Instructor

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Physiotherapist - Graduated from University of Toronto 2008, MScPT - Special Interest in Concussion Management and Vestibular Rehabilitation - Competitive Cyclist - Multiple time National Champion on the Track, Multiple medals on the Road at Provincial level racing. - Former Rower for St. Catharines Rowing Club and University of Western Ontario

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• Chiropractor
• Contemporary Medical Acupuncture Provider
• Webster Certified Practitioner (Prenatal Care)

• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA-CSCS)

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Zhiliang (Peter) Xu is a Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner and Registered Acupuncturist with the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of Ontario (CTCMPAO).

In 1989, Peter graduated from Second Military Medical University (SMMU) with a Bachelor’s in Western Clinical Medicine. Following his studies at SMMU, Peter worked as a pediatrician at Shanghai Hospital for many years. Throughout his practice, he has gained significant clinical practice experience in the field of Western Medicine.

Peter has read many ancient Chinese Medicine novels since 2015, including The Yellow Emperor’s Internal Classic, The Yellow Emperor’s External Classic, The ShenNong’s Herbal Classic, The Treatise on Febrile Diseases, The Golden & Precious Synopsis, and Acupuncture & Moxibustion DaCheng. These ancient works have provided Peter with substantial wisdom, spanning back 5000 years, regarding human physiology, pathology, diagnosis, and treatment.

Following his immigration to Canada in 2018, Peter chose to continue his research in Traditional Chinese Medicine. He received education in acupuncture and herbal education from the Toronto School of Traditional Chinese Medicine in 2021. He then continued his studies at the Toronto School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, earning a Graduate Certificate in Chinese Traditional Medicine and Acupuncture in 2023.

Upon his graduation, Peter passed his Pan-Canada Examination with high scores. He is now a registered member of the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners & Acupuncturists of Ontario (CTCMPAO).

At NHRC, Peter applies the knowledge he has gained through extensive educational and clinical experiences to his practice. Through the application of acupuncture, moxibustion, and Chinese herbal medicine, he seeks to support his patients in achieving their personal health goals.

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