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Location: We are located inside Mibody Health & Fitness at 2788 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke.

Parking: There is a free parking lot in front of Mibody and side street parking located on the north side of Second street and along Lake Shore Blvd W.

Hours: As of April 1, 2024, I will be shifting my days to alternating Monday’s from 8:30am-11:30am and Sunday’s from 9:15am-1pm.

Schedule Full: We recommend you book for the first available appointment that suits and also put yourself on the Wait List via Jane with your availability and you will be contacted when an opening comes up.

Questions? Please contact us at info@raisethebarphysio.com

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Pelvic Health Physiotherapy

Comprehensive and personalized approach with one-on-one assessment and treatment. Pelvic Health Physiotherapy: Even though pelvic floor challenges are common, they are treatable and you should not have to live with them. Pelvic Health Physiotherapy can help you regain control, maximize function and recovery, and improve your well being. Pelvic health physiotherapy can assist at any age an... Read More

Comprehensive and personalized approach with one-on-one assessment and treatment.

Pelvic Health Physiotherapy:
Even though pelvic floor challenges are common, they are treatable and you should not have to live with them. Pelvic Health Physiotherapy can help you regain control, maximize function and recovery, and improve your well being. Pelvic health physiotherapy can assist at any age and stage. Pelvic floor physiotherapists are Registered Physiotherapists who are specially trained to use internal (vaginal and rectal) hands-on techniques to provide the gold-standard method of pelvic floor muscle evaluation and treatment.. Lea has taken extensive post graduate, specialty education in treating pregnancy, birth and post-partum care, incontinence, pelvic pain, sexual dysfunction, urinary and bowel conditions.

Physiotherapy Assistant

Providing physiotherapy treatment sessions in individual or small group setting as delegated by supervising physiotherapist.

Paediatric Physiotherapy

Paediatric Pelvic Health: Paediatric pelvic floor dysfunction is very common and yet, extremely under-serviced. Pediatric pelvic floor dysfunction refers to a wide range of issues that occur when the pelvic floor muscles are weak, in spasm or too tight. The two most common pelvic floor dysfunctions amongst children are constipation (dysfunctional elimination) and bedwetting (nocturnal enuresi... Read More

Paediatric Pelvic Health:
Paediatric pelvic floor dysfunction is very common and yet, extremely under-serviced. Pediatric pelvic floor dysfunction refers to a wide range of issues that occur when the pelvic floor muscles are weak, in spasm or too tight. The two most common pelvic floor dysfunctions amongst children are constipation (dysfunctional elimination) and bedwetting (nocturnal enuresis). Pelvic health physiotherapists treat children who are experiencing day or nighttime incontinence (enuresis), as well as any bowel issues ranging from constipation to fecal incontinence (encopresis). Most of these issues are ultimately related to underlying constipation. As such, Lea uses a holistic approach that include education and counselling related to needed lifestyle or behaviour changes, specific maul therapy techniques and exercise/movement prescription.

Lea Damata
(She/Her/Hers) PT

Lea has a Master of Science degree in Physiotherapy and a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. She pursued additional training in pelvic health physiotherapy with a special interest in pregnancy and paediatrics. Lea has worked in a variety of paediatric settings including McMaster Children’s Hospital and Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital and was the recipient CanChild’s Paediatric Research Award in 2017.

Lea’s training in pelvic floor dysfunction (in adults and pediatrics) has included courses to assess and treat urinary incontinence, complex pelvic pain, sexual pain, gastro-intestinal disorders, pelvic organ prolapse, and perinatal care. Most importantly, she is committed to empower her patients on their active recovery, to improve their health, well-being and quality of life. She has always had a special interest in women’s and pediatric health, and uses a biopsychosocial approach with all of her clients.

Lea is a strong advocate of pelvic health and holds a Public Relations subcommittee position with the Women’s Health Division. She is also holds an executive position with Ontario Physiotherapy Association’s Westgate District and has been a member of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association since 2015.

In her spare time, Lea enjoys dancing, exercising and spending time with family & friends. In recent years, she has developed an appreciation for meditation and yoga as adjuncts to healing and wellness.

Relevant Certifications:

Level 1: The Physical Therapy Approach to Female and Male Urinary Incontinence, Pelvic Health Solutions, 2017

Pediatric Incontinence and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction, Pelvic Health Solutions, 2018

Level 2/3: Female and Male Pelvic Pain, Pelvic Health Solutions, 2019

Explain Pain, Neuro Orthopaedic Institute Group, 2019

Cuevas Medek Exercises (CME) Level I Course, Simona DeMarchi, 2019

Dynamic Core for Kids, Shelley Mannell & Julie W. Wiebe, 2019

Maximize Neuroplasticity and Minimize Maladaptive habits in Children and Teenagers with Cerebral Palsy: The Key to CP systematic, intensive treatment model, Pia Stampe, 2020

Conservative Management of Diastasis Recti Abdominis - Level 1, BIA, 2020

Yoga for Pelvic Health: ERYT 500, Pelvic Health Professionals, 2020

Mentorship: Pregnancy Related-Diastasis Rectus Abdominis and Pelvic Girdle Pain, Sinead Dufour, 2019-2021

Comprehensive Approach to the Management of Cerebral Palsy: 3-12 Years, Shirley Ryan Ability Lab, 2021

The Female Athlete, Anthony Lo, 2023

Gait: Observation and Individualized Intervention with Ankle-Foot Orthoses Part 1 & 2: Kyra Kane, 2023

Conservative Management for Diastasis Recti Abdominis - Level 2, BIA, currently completing (2023)

Lea has a Master of Science degree in Physiotherapy and a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. She... Read More

Kazimira Mattes PTA

Kaz is a highly qualified movement educator dedicated to helping clients achieve optimal physical function and well-being. With nearly a decade of experience, Kaz is a Clinical Somatics Instructor, a certified Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist, and a yoga & movement teacher. ​

Drawing on her personal experiences as a mother, belly dancer, and potter, Kaz is passionate about helping patients connect to their centers and achieve greater physical balance. She strongly believes in the power of movement as preventative medicine.

At Raise the Bar Physiotherapy, Kaz uses a whole-body approach combining restorative yoga, somatics and novel exercises to create lasting change at the level of the nervous system, to move better and foster resilience. Kaz is passionate about complementing her patients’ physiotherapy sessions and helping them achieve optimal pelvic health and overall physical well-being.

Relevant Certifications:

  • Hatha Yoga Instructor (300 hours), 2013
  • Restorative Yoga Instructor, 2015
  • Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist Certification, 2017
  • Clinical Somatics Instructor, 2021
  • Essential Somatics Instructor, 2022

Kaz is a highly qualified movement educator dedicated to helping clients achieve optimal physical... Read More

Emma Tunley PTA

Emma is a highly educated and experienced fitness professional who has pursued continuing education throughout her career. She has earned multiple certifications in various areas of fitness including: Personal Training, Holistic Nutrition, Pre- and Postnatal Fitness, Pelvic Floor Health, Power Yoga, Run Coaching, Indoor Cycling, and Sports Nutrition. Emma’s diverse skill set and knowledge base make her a valuable resource for individuals looking to improve their overall health and fitness, particularly for endurance athletes.

Emma has worked with many clients with different fitness levels and restrictions. She has helped clients with injuries, post-surgical and postpartum recovery, including rebuilding core strength and the pelvic floor. She values each client and accommodates all ages, genders, and fitness levels. She is passionate about community and believes that being strong and active improves your quality of life, mental strength and whole body health.

Relevant Certifications:

  • Personal Training Specialist, CanFitPro 2008

  • Holistic Nutritionist, Canadian School of Natural Nutrition, 2014

  • Pre & Postnatal Specialist, Fit4Two, 2014

  • Yoga Teacher, Power Yoga Canada, 2015

  • Running Coach, UESCA (United Sports Coaching Academy), 2021

  • The Female Athlete, Anthony Lo, 2023

  • Indoor Cycling Instructor, Schwinn Education, 2023

  • Sports Nutrition Coach, UESCA (United Sports Coaching Academy), 2023

Emma is a highly educated and experienced fitness professional who has pursued continuing educati... Read More

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