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Please remember that this appointment time is reserved especially for you. We require 24 hours notice to cancel or there will be a late cancellation fee of 50% or a no show fee of the full amount of your appointment. We understand that occasionally things come up and you need to reschedule, however repeated last minute schedule changes are tricky for us to manage.

We know that many of you have been waiting for a long time to receive care. If your care is more urgent, please add yourself to the wait list or call the office so we can try and get you in sooner. Your health is our priority.

Finally, if you are a returning client or really appreciated the care you received here at Elle, please consider leaving us a positive google review here . Pelvic Health is still an area of care that many individuals don’t know exist. This helps others find a place where they can feel heard, cared for and HOPE. It is an honour to serve you.

Please note: our new fee schedule will be in place as of March 1, 2024. New prices will be as follows: 1 hour assessment appointments: $165 45 minute follow-up appointments: $115

Physiotherapy

You may have seen advertisements for pelvic health physiotherapy and wondered how a physiotherapist can help with pelvic health. When we think of physiotherapists, we often think of therapists that treat pain and orthopedic problems, but there are many other forms of physiotherapy. So what exactly is pelvic floor physiotherapy? Pelvic floor physiotherapy (PFPT) is a specialized branch of ... Read More

You may have seen advertisements for pelvic health physiotherapy and wondered how a physiotherapist can help with pelvic health. When we think of physiotherapists, we often think of therapists that treat pain and orthopedic problems, but there are many other forms of physiotherapy.

So what exactly is pelvic floor physiotherapy?

Pelvic floor physiotherapy (PFPT) is a specialized branch of physiotherapy involving internal and external assessment and treatment of the pelvic floor muscles, low back, pelvic girdle, hips and abdominal wall and diaphragm. The functions of these muscles are important. Your pelvic health therapist will asses and treat any symptom involved with this system and move you towards a full and functional living.


Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapists (OTs for short) are trained in both physical and mental health. OTs focus on the activities that give daily life meaning and the ways a client can achieve a new level of independence. OTs will ask you about what you want and need to do, then tailor treatment to YOUR goals. OTs in pelvic health are no different! Whether your goal is to laugh without leaking, improve y... Read More

Occupational therapists (OTs for short) are trained in both physical and mental health. OTs focus on the activities that give daily life meaning and the ways a client can achieve a new level of independence. OTs will ask you about what you want and need to do, then tailor treatment to YOUR goals.

OTs in pelvic health are no different! Whether your goal is to laugh without leaking, improve your libido or help you through the prenatal and postpartum period; through a combination of physical assessment in addition to lifestyle and environment factors, OT will work with you to identify areas of difficulty and collaborate with you to achieve your goals.


Class

Lundie became a physiotherapist in 2020 after working 10 years as a physiotherapy assistant. She completed her Bachelor of Science through Athabasca University and her Master’s of Physiotherapy through Manchester Metropolitan University in England. Since graduating she has taken a keen interest in pelvic health and has completed level 1 and 2 in pelvic floor training. She also enjoys treating musculoskeletal injuries and is trained in functional dry needling. Lundie is passionate about helping individuals with persistent pain and providing guidance to women returning to exercise and to those competing in high level sport. She is also trained to assess and treat male clients with pelvic health dysfunction. In her spare time she is a mobility coach and competes in Olympic weight lifting. She also enjoys being outdoors golfing and hiking with her beautiful German shepherd, Mya.

Lundie became a physiotherapist in 2020 after working 10 years as a physiotherapy assistant. She ... Read More

Meet Amanda, a dedicated Occupational Therapist with over 15 years of experience in Central Alberta. Graduating from the University of Alberta with a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy, Amanda has been helping clients of all ages on their rehabilitation journeys since 2008.

When Amanda became a mother to two amazing girls, her passion for women’s health deepened. In 2019, she took a bold step and established her own private health coaching practice. Since then, Amanda has been providing personalized and group coaching services specifically tailored to women in the post-partum period. Her firsthand experience as a mother fueled her desire to empower and support women during this transformative phase of their lives.

At Elle, holistic care is at the core of our approach. Amanda recognizes that various factors can impact a person’s ability to fully engage in their daily life. That’s why she goes beyond traditional therapy methods, focusing on the whole person and addressing the physical, emotional, and social aspects of well-being.

Amanda is not only a certified Occupational Therapist but also holds a certification to perform internal pelvic examinations. This unique combination of qualifications allows her to provide comprehensive care to her clients. By integrating her love for coaching and women’s empowerment with her extensive occupational therapy experience, Amanda offers a truly transformative and personalized approach to women’s health.

Meet Amanda, a dedicated Occupational Therapist with over 15 years of experience in Central Alber... Read More

Kelsey is a dedicated pelvic health physiotherapist with a special interest in treating female athletes, return to sport postpartum, pregnancy and pelvic girdle pain. She has a strong advanced manual therapy background. Kelsey has completed extensive pelvic health training in urinary incontinence, prenatal and postpartum care, prolapse and visceral mobilization and holds certification in IMS dry needling.

Kelsey is a dedicated pelvic health physiotherapist with a special interest in treating female a... Read More

Emily is trained in the treatment of pelvic health conditions including incontinence, prolapse and return to sport. She worked as an exercise therapist prior to obtaining her Masters in Physiotherapy from the U of A. As much as exercise and sport inform her treatment style, she uses a gentle whole-person treatment philosophy when providing care. Education is a key part of Emily’s approach.

Emily holds certification in IMS and has completed levels 1, 2 and 3 of her pelvic health training.

Emily is trained in the treatment of pelvic health conditions including incontinence, prolapse an... Read More

Nicole Schmitt, graduated from the Physical Therapy Program at the University of Alberta in 2004. She has worked in private practice throughout her career, first in a general orthopedic setting, then moved into the area of pelvic health.

She began Elle Physiotherapy and Pelvic Health in 2014 and has served the communities of Central Alberta ever since. Nicole has a special interest in complex sexual pain, pelvic pain conditions, paediatric pelvic health and postpartum rehabilitation. She holds a certificate in medical acupuncture and has completed extensive training in pelvic floor physiotherapy. Her favourite thing is walking alongside mamas in their health journey and advocating for women’s health.

Nicole Schmitt, graduated from the Physical Therapy Program at the University of Alberta in 2004.... Read More

Joelle Sypkes has been a clinical physiotherapist since 2009, after graduating from the University of Alberta with a Masters of Science of Physical Therapy. She has vast experience working in many areas of rehabilitation including pediatrics, orthopedics, and pelvic health. Joelle has a special interest in working with women experiencing sexual pain, prenatal and postpartum clients and women later in life journeying through menopause and beyond. Joelle works at our Red Deer office and also travels to Three Hills twice a month.

Joelle Sypkes has been a clinical physiotherapist since 2009, after graduating from the Universit... Read More

Kayla has a passion for empowering women to feel competent throughout the pregnancy and postpartum periods! She has additional training to provide support during deliveries, assist with concerns around breastfeeding and to rehabilitate women’s bodies that have sacrificed so much to bring beautiful lives into this world! Since graduating from the U of A with a Masters in Physical Therapy in 2015, Kayla has completed additional courses in myofascial release, biomedical dry needling, and manual therapy while more recently focusing on chronic/persistent pain, pelvic floor related conditions, labour and delivery preparation and breastfeeding related conditions.

Breastfeeding Physiotherapy is an emergent field of Physiotherapy, and Kayla is excited to be offering it here in Central Alberta! Physiotherapists in this area are trained to specialize in the management of mastitis, blocked ducts, breast inflammation, wound management, latch and positional issues, as well as Torticollis and oral myofascial issues in an infant.

Kayla has a passion for empowering women to feel competent throughout the pregnancy and postpartu... Read More

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