Sarah Bell, R.M.T., S.I.T., C.K.
Professional Profile
B.A. Hons Kinesiology, University of Western Ontario ---- 1998-2002
Hons Degree Sports Injury Therapy, Canadian Therapeutic College ---- 2004-2007
Registered Massage Therapist, CMTO ---- 2007-present
As a Sports Injury Therapist ™ I am a registered health care professional (Massage Therapy). I am trained to treat and assess soft tissue dysfunction in both clinical and a sporting environments, in order to enhance the fitness level and performance of my clients.
Sports Injury Therapists™ utilize manual therapy techniques, therapeutic modalities, rehabilitative exercises, and supportive taping and bracing to recognize, prevent and rehabilitate injuries related to sport, exercise or recreational activity.
My degree in Kinesiology has given me an advanced background in the knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology and biomechanics, which I apply to each and everyone of my treatments.
Each treatment and assessment is individualized to meet my clients specific needs by including the following:
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Mandatory completion of a comprehensive assessment for each client via inspection of the client's anatomy through bone and soft tissue palpation, range of motion testing, neurological testing, orthopaedic testing and a verbal interview
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Hands on general and advanced massage therapy treatments, (General Swedish Massage Techniques, Passive & Active Stretching, Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Release, Joint Mobilization, Muscle Energy & Strain Counter Strain Techniques)
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Application of Electrical Therapeutic Modalities (Transcutaneus Electrical Nerve Stimulation, Therapeutic Ultrasound, Interferential Current, Muscle Stim and Hydrotherapy) for acute and chronic pain management
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Creation and implementation of individualized rehabilitation programs to improve flexibility, range of motion, stability and strength
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Athletic and Biofeedback taping to prevent and/or stabilize an injury during activity
-applied to provide optimal tissue healing
Resume Summary:
- Certified Kinesiologist, Aquafit Physiotherapy Clinic ----- 2002-2004
- Sports Injury Therapist, Midget AA Stoney Creek Women's Hockey Team ---2006
- Sports Injury Therapist, Men's Mohawk Volleyball Team ----- 2006-2007
- Registered Massage Therapist and Sports Injury Therapist, GoodLife Fitness Clubs ---- 2007-present
- Volunteer Trainer, Shore to Shore Relay Fundraiser ----- May 2008
- Band, Ball and Balance Certified, Theraband ----- 2008-present
- C.P.R. and First Aid Certified ----- 1998-present
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