Susan Smith
About
Susan is an experienced neuro-physiotherapist with over 20 years of training and experience in neurological physiotherapy. She is Advanced Bobath Trained and uses a combined treatment approach incorporating Craniosacral therapy, Myofascial Release and normal movement facilitation techniques. She has achieved expert level in the John F. Barnes Myofascial Release curriculum.
She is also certified as an LSVT BIG clinician - a research based exercise protocol for Parkinson's. As well, she is a trained PWR! Clinician (Parkinson Wellness Recovery). Susan has trained in the "Rock Steady Method" of using boxing techniques as an intense exercise to impact Parkinson's Disease.
Susan is also a consultant volunteering her time with the PWR! Retreat - a retreat and conference for people with Parkinson’s and their care partners.
Specializations
- Physiotherapy
- Bobath/NDT (Neuro-developmental treatment) Therapy
- Pain Management
- Craniosacral Therapy
- Exercise prescription
- Myofascial Release Therapy
- Parkinson's Rehabilitation and LSVT BIG program
Languages
- English
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