About Us
Our Staff
Rosen Kolev - Physiotherapist, M.Sc.
https://blog.orthocanada.com/clinical/physiotherapy-clinic-offer-shockwave-therapy/
- Physiotherapist since 1994 with International experience
- Licensed in Canada since 2002
- Shock Wave therapy
- Extensive training in Acupuncture
- Fully trained in Manipulative Therapy (adjustments) of the spine and all peripheral joints
- Myofascial release and Trigger points release
- Laser Therapy trained since 1995
Hristina Koleva - Physiotherapist, B.Sc.
Physiotherapist since 1995 with international experience
- Certified Pelvic floor therapist
- Orthotics therapy and Gait Analysis
- Laser Therapy
- Shock Wave therapy
- Acupuncture
- K-taping
Aziz Nabki - Physotherapist, M.Sc
- Physiotherapist since 1994 with international experience
- Lisensed in Canada since 2013
- Member of Canadian Physiotherapy Assosiation
- Shock Wave therapy
- Manual Therapy
- Pain Management
- Gait Analysis and custom orthotics
Dr. Alex Feier, Chiropractor
Marianne Barnes - Registered Massage Therapist, MLD/CDT (Vodder)
Marianne is an experienced massage therapist and enjoys working with a diverse clientele.
Marianne is an honors graduate from CCMH (Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy) as well as a fully certified Vodder manual lymphatic specialist. She also holds a certificate in pre-natal massage.
Having worked at the clinic for the past 6 years she is proficient in dealing with a wide range of disorders using a variety of techniques.
She provides massage treatments for the following ailments:
Low back pain, neck strain/ torticolis, whiplash injuries, swelling due to injury, surgery, chronic venous insufficiency, lymphedema, pregnancy related pain/discomfort, tendinitis, sprains and strains,sinusitis, fibromyalgia, arthritis, stress/anxiety/depression, muscular/postural imbalance, TMJ, Bells palsy, nerve impingement (sciatia, carpal tunnel syndrome, TOS etc..) and much more…
Robert Ruxanda, Registered Massage Therapist
Robert graduated from the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy (CCMH) in Cambridge where he earned a specialization in Sports Therapy Massage. He is a member in good standing with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMTO). His specialties include General Swedish Massage, Trigger Point therapy, Myofascial Release Techniques, Hydrotherapy applications, Therapeutic Exercises, Joint Mobilizations as well as Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation. He is very excited to further his education in massage and to add other modalities and techniques to his range of abilities. During his time in school, Robert gained experience in the College clinic in addition to treating people at outreaches.
Robert studied and graduated in 2010 from the University of Transilvania, Romania with a degree in Physical Education and Sports specializing in Kinetotherapy and Special Motricity. Robert moved to Canada to join the rest of his family in 2012 where he worked alongside his father in the family construction business before deciding to pursue his true passion of massaging and working with people to achieve wellness.
When Robert isn’t massaging he enjoys snow boarding/skiing, zip lining, car detailing, and spending time with his family.
Robert loves meeting new clients and working alongside them to improve their health and wellbeing.
Katie Drysdale - Physiotherapist Assistant
My name is Katie Drysdale and I am a Physiotherapist Assistant. I graduated with distinction from Conestoga College in 2005, successfully completing the Occupational Therapist Assistant/ Physiotherapist Assistant program. I was fortunate to find full-time employment as soon as I finished school and have been working in the field ever since.
I have experience working with all age groups and a wide variety of conditions in a clinical setting. Throughout my schooling I have also gained experience in orthopedics, sports injuries, and geriatric patients who suffer from the effects of stroke and dementia.
I have certificates in First Aid and CPR, Custom Orthotic Therapy and Gait Analysis. I have also had training with Theralase Laser Therapy.
Nina Machado - Physiotherapist Assistant
My name is Nina Machado and I am a Physiotherapist Assistant. I graduated with honors at Conestoga College in 2017, completing the Occupational Therapist Assistant/ Physiotherapist Assistant Program.
During my time in variety of placements, I gained the knowledge in helping patients regain movement and manage their pain. I have certificates in First Aid and CPR, gentle persuasive approaches and nonviolent crisis intervention.
I’m very excited to be part of the A Balanced Body Health Services team and hope to learn as much as I can!
Valentina Zaldua – Physiotherapist Assistant
I am Valentina Zaldua, a recent graduate and dedicated OTA/PTA professional with a passion for enhancing patient care and rehabilitation outcomes. I specialize in assisting with therapeutic exercises, patient education, and rehabilitation techniques. My goal is to support patients in regaining mobility and improving their quality of life through compassionate and effective care.
Lubeina Sangalang, Reg. Acupuncturist
In 2015 Lubeina enrolled at the Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine (AIM) Academy in Toronto,
Ontario in the Acupuncture Therapy Program, and developed her skills as a confident TCM practitioner
under the current guidelines proposed by The College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and
Acupuncturists of Ontario (CTCMPAO). Upon successful graduation of the program in 2018, Lubeina
continued to work in the Cambridge, Guelph and Kitchener-Waterloo area where she was able to utilize
her knowledge in order to provide TCM treatments to her patients with the utmost care and attention.
She is currently working in the Kitchener-Waterloo area as an Acupuncturist at Balance Body Health
Services in Kitchener, Ontario. Lubeina is proficient in several TCM modalities including Acupuncture,
Cupping, Guasha, Heat Therapy and Yin-Tuina, in addition to providing dietary and nutritional advice
within a TCM perspective.
