Mokhtar Akbari, PT, graduated from the School of Physiotherapy of the University of Ottawa in 2005. With more than fifteen years of experience in physiotherapy, Mokhtar uses a combination of specialized massage techniques, manual therapy techniques, and customized exercise prescriptions to treat his patients. In addition, he can use modalities like therapeutic ultrasound to supplement his treatment techniques. His treatment approach is as holistic as possible when it comes to the care of his patients. Mokhtar is very practical in his approach and uses the techniques that yield the best and quickest results. He has experience treating many different populations including those suffering from back and neck pain, sciatica, arthritis, older populations with strength and balance issues, office workers with postural problems, students who struggle with long hours of studying, athletes and children. With his specialized training in osteopathic techniques, myofascial release, and the McKenzie Method, Mokhtar is able to treat the patient’s current issue while also looking at the body as a whole to detect causative factors that may be contributing to pain or injury. By correcting these wider issues, patients may better resolve their current pain, maintain their health, and prevent recurrences of the injury. Mokhtar is currently engaged in a six-year post-graduate program to complete his osteopathy training at le Centre Ostéopathique du Québec. This study allows him to more adequately treat injuries using a global holistic approach. He also has additional training in several areas including low back pain, craniosacral therapy, vertigo treatment and naturopathic medicine. Mokhtar is entirely bilingual, offering services in both French and English. He can also offer physiotherapy services in Persian or Farsi. As an empathetic therapist, Mokhtar likes to meet his patients where they are and provide them with a program that is realistic for them and helps them meet their own goals. Creating a rapport of trust with his patients is of utmost importance, as well as adding some fun to the mix through a generous sprinkling of smiles and laughter.

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Marissa is a graduate from International Academy of Health Sciences in 2023. She utilizes her past experiences with sports injuries and personal training to properly evaluate clients to understand the nature of their injuries for the best treatment results. On her off time she enjoys spending a lot of time in the gym strength training as well as spending time with family and watching football.

Additional Certifications: Kinesiology Tape Cupping Therapy Blading/Graston technique Voodoo Floss

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Jillian grew up in Ottawa and attended the University of Ottawa for her undergraduate degree in Honours Biology. After a few years working at a multi-disciplinary sports medicine clinic, she went on to pursue her Masters in Physiotherapy and graduated from the University of Limerick in Ireland in 2022. She is currently a physiotherapy resident and has worked at Agility for the past year alongside the clinic owner, Erin Tighe, to gain experience.

Jillian uses a combination of exercise, hands-on techniques and education when helping her patients decrease their pain levels and return to the activities they are most passionate about. She believes in working with her patients to develop a personalized care plan to help them achieve their goals in a way that works best for them.

In her spare time, Jillian is an avid gym goer who enjoys circuit training and weight lifting. She is also very passionate about volleyball and plays 3 times per week.

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Hiral Chauhan is a registered physiotherapist with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario (CPO). She graduated from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Science from India in 2010. She has expanded her knowledge and experience by working with a wide array of cliental over the subsequent years.

Much of her post-graduate training has involved the assessment and treatment of Musculoskeletal injuries, Sports injuries , Pelvic health ,Prenatal and Postnatal Pelvic health condition.

Hiral is also specialized in Acupuncture and Dry needling as she has a keen interest in the healing effects this treatment method can produce on one’s body.

Hiral emphasizes the utilization of evidence-based strategies that combine a variety of treatment modalities included but not limited to Manual therapy, Myofascial release, Dry Needling , Acupuncture, Taping, therapeutic ultrasound, electrotherapy modalities, individualized exercise prescription and patient education.

Hiral is proficient, personable, dedicated to healing, and most of all passionate about her work she does to help her clients resume their regular activities, free of pain and with a new found sense of strength and confidence.

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Marc is a graduate of the International Academy of Massage. As a former university athlete, he has accumulated many injuries and massage therapy played a big role in getting him healthy and allowing him to train and stay active. This is what led him to becoming a Registered Massage Therapist.

Additional Certifications:

-Active Release Techniques (ART) - full body 2019

-Functional Range Conditioning - 2022

These types of therapies can help with many different conditions, including: tension headaches, carpal tunnel syndrome, tennis/golfer’s elbow, sciatic nerve issues, back pain, plantar fasciitis, shin splints and shoulder pain to name a few. They can be done separately from regular massage, or can be combined in the same treatment.

When not at work, Marc enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters, working out, and watching football.

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Hannah Resch is a Certified Athletic Therapist CAT(C), who completed her undergraduate degree in Athletic and Exercise Therapy from Camosun College in Victoria, BC (2020). Over the last few years Hannah has treated a wide variety of musculoskeletal conditions and injuries, both in the clinic and on the sidelines with local sport organizations in the Ottawa area.

Hannah is dedicated to providing a collaborative approach to care by utilizing a variety of manual therapy and hands-on techniques and crafting personalized exercise programs to correct muscle imbalances, resolve pain, and optimize overall function to get you back to the activities you love. Hannah’s goal as an Athletic Therapist is to not only assist in your recovery but also to provide you with the knowledge and tools you need to achieve your goals and stay injury-free.

In her free time, Hannah can either be found at home with a good book, or doing anything in the outdoors from snowboarding/skiing and hiking with her dog Finley!

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Somnath graduated from the McGill University School of Physiotherapy in 2016. He has been a physiotherapist for over 10 years in many clinical settings and has worked on international platforms such as with the International Tennis Federation and the International Cricket League (IPL). He has taken numerous courses in manual therapy (Mulligan), dry needling, and acupuncture. Throughout his experience as a physiotherapist, Somnath has developed a keen interest in vestibular rehabilitation. He has obtained his vestibular certification. He has also obtained concussion management certification. He has also assisted in orthopedic management education at McGill University as a teaching assistant. His main practice focus is treating patients with orthopedic and sports injuries, as well as those with vestibular and post concussion syndrome. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with cross fit and running.

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Meet Palak Vakil, PT Resident

Palak, a dedicated physiotherapy resident and graduate from McGill University, brings extensive experience in sports injuries and various musculoskeletal conditions from diverse clinical and international hospital settings. With a strong foundation in physiotherapy, Palak offers personalized care, tailoring treatments to meet individual needs. Experience evidence-based therapy and achieve optimal wellness under her expert guidance. Book an appointment today for transformative physiotherapy.

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