Mike Gaynor is the owner of Back on Track and COO of Novo Healthnet Ltd. He graduated from Queen’s University in 1989 with his BSc in Physiotherapy. Mike’s clinical experience includes private practice as well as a sports medicine clinic.  In 1994 Mike opened the founding Back On Track Physiotherapy Centre on Hunt Club.  Over the past 2 decades Mike has expanded his passion for outstanding patient care by opening 7 different locations of Back on Track  to serve Ottawa and surrounding areas.

Mike has taken numerous post graduate courses in a variety of areas including manual therapy, orthopaedics, sports medicine, rehabilitation exercise, and acupuncture and is committed to the continuing education process. He became a Fellow of the Canadian Academy Manipulative Therapy (CAMT) in 1999, receiving his Diploma of Advanced Manual & Manipulative Physiotherapy.  He has been an assistant instructor in post-graduate studies for physiotherapists with the Orthopaedic Division of the CPA since 1996. Areas of interest include manual therapy, sports injuries (hockey, golf, track and field), and rehabilitation exercise.

Andrea studied her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at Dalhousie University before returning home to work in a busy sports medicine environment at the University of Ottawa Physiotherapy Clinic for 3 years. This experience along with her love for sport and physical activity encouraged Andrea to pursue her Masters of Science in Physiotherapy at Queen Margaret University in Edinburgh, UK. Here she completed an independent thesis related to patient recovery following total knee replacement.

Andrea is passionate about helping her patients reach their goals. Her treatment approach emphasizes movement re-education, strengthening, mobility and manual therapy techniques. She has taken post-graduate courses in Acupuncture, Kinetacore trigger Point Dry Needling, Mulligan Mobilisation, McKenzie Method, Manual Therapy, Kinesio taping and is a Graston Technique Provider. Additionally, She has made use of her Sports First Responder course to work with a number of Sports Teams in the past.

Andrea is an Ottawa native who grew up playing competitive ringette from a young age. In her free time she enjoys cycling, resistance training and being outdoors.

I have had the pleasure of working with Back On Track since 2013, I have since experienced working with a group of highly skilled professionals in health rehabilitation.

I earned my Bachelor of Health Science degree from Western University and earned early acceptance to the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College, and graduated in 2008. I initially began my career in private practice in British Colombia and eventually moved back home.

Since beginning my professional role with Back On Track I have pursued further study in Concussion Management and Vestibular Rehabilitation. I continue to pursue continuing education to further my clinical abilities.

Recently, as well as providing private service, I have been working with the Interprofessional Spinal Assessment and Education Clinics as an Advanced Practice Clinician for the Kemptville area. Through this training at the Ottawa Hospital and the ISAEC team, I have further advanced diagnosis and management strategies.

You should expect that an initial visit with a chiropractor should include a full history of symptoms and orthopaedic examination as well as a clear and concise diagnosis. A plan of management will then be determined and agreed upon, with an emphasis on evidenced based care.

Jessica Collins graduated from Queen’s University in 2006 with her BSc in Physical Therapy. At Queen’s, she worked as the student trainer for the women’s varsity soccer team for 2 years.

Jess has completed numerous advanced level courses throughout her career and is trained in Acupuncture, Functional Dry Needling, Manual therapy, Neural Mobility, K-taping, Concussion Management, Craniosacral Therapy and Visceral Manipulation.

Jess enjoys treating sports injuries and post concussive patients. Her clinical interests involve gentle hands-on treatment techniques to release restrictions found deep within the body through Craniosacral Therapy. She has dedicated the past 5 years to more in-depth studies in craniosacral therapy and visceral manipulation which has provided excellent results for her patients suffering from ongoing neck and back disorders, chronic pain, as well as concussions and headaches. Her extensive training brings depth to her treating capabilities for her clients and is an asset to our team approach. Jess is committed to ongoing education all while keeping her clients top priority.

Growing up as a provincial-level gymnast and a competitive freestyle skier, Sarah has a foundation for the importance of physical activity in both injury prevention and rehabilitation. She has worked with a variety of athletic populations from rugby teams to elite-level runners, incorporating evidence-based practice while setting goals with clients to ensure meaningful results. Sarah has also developed a special interest in women’s health, and continues to pursue post-graduate education in pelvic floor rehabilitation.

Courtney completed her Master of Science in Occupational Therapy at Queen’s University. Prior to achieving her master’s degree, she graduated from Carleton University with a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics. Courtney is licensed by the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.

Courtney’s career experiences include school-based and private OT services for children and youth. She is a motivated and passionate OT who strives to enable people of all ages to live to their full potential. Courtney has a high degree of concentration for the development of fine and gross motor skills, self-regulation and sensory processing. It is her belief that each person is unique and their core values and motivation differ from others. Courtney strives to capitalize on an individual’s strengths and empower children to build on their weaknesses.

Amanda has been registered as a Massage Therapist since 2002.  In her years in practice, she has gained a lot of experience  with various health issues  and injuries, including Fibromyalgia, and other chronic pain conditions. Amanda uses a variety of techniques to obtain treatment results, and guides her clients with exercise and stretches to aid in their recovery. Amanda feels that todays stress is often a detriment to health and healing, and Massage Therapy is a wonderful way to help deal with the pressures of ongoing stress.

Amanda has many interests, including painting, knitting, kayaking, and camping, which she enjoys in her free time.

Jane graduated from Dalhousie University with a BA  in Psychology and Sociology as well as a MSc
(O.T) from McGill University. She grew up in then Quebec and moved to Ottawa upon completion
of her Master’s program.  Jane is the first OT to become part of the many Interdisplinary team
members that make up Back and Track.  She believes OT is an integral part of an interdisciplinary health care
team. Jane is excited to add to the roster of services that Back on Track offers.

Jane aims to help clients achieve maximal independence in participating in their meaningful daily occupations. Jane
works with her clients to develop strategies to overcome and deal with physical, cognitive and/or mental health
issues. Jane enjoys working with her clients to develop creative ways of accomplishing everyday tasks.

Kimberlee began her Massage Therapy journey over 20 years ago after a motor vehicle accident. Her active pursuit in self-care helped her to recognize the need for a gentle, yet effective approach to rehabilitative care in the hands of an RMT. Leaving the corporate business world behind, she pursued education in the Massage Therapy field, attended Kawartha Center for Health Education, Sir Sandford Fleming College, and Sault College of Applied Arts & Technology, graduating with Honors. She has been a Registered Massage Therapist since 2003.

In the pursuit of a focused rehabilitative Massage Therapy practice, Kimberlee has had the privilege of building multiple clinics that worked in multidisciplinary settings that specialize in specific injuries, mental health support, and chronic disease management.

Starting out in general practice, she quickly found herself gravitating to working in multiple fields, such as prenatal & infant therapy, amputations & joint replacements, shoulder / hand & upper limb extensive rehabilitation, sports injuries & professional athletic improvement, Breast cancer / mastectomy, sexual abuse / PTSD (positive touch program), and motor vehicle accident third party assessments.

Avidly pursuing every opportunity to work with the Health Team members of her community, Kimberlee believes that along with the active participation of each individual in our care program, we can establish a positive outcome-based program for our clients.

When you come to see Kimberlee, she walks you through your health history and assessment for Massage Therapy. As a team, you will discuss your goals and work together to create a program of care that is individual and mindful of your personal comfort and limitations. She engages in a respectful and charismatic manner that will always place your safety first and with complete informed consent. You can expect a high level of knowledge and Professionalism and are always encouraged to ask questions and give feedback.

Kimberlee Culbert is a member in good standing of the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMTO), and the Registered Massage Therapists Association of Ontario (RMTAO). She currently is pursuing additional Yoga Teacher Training Programs for a greater benefit to her clientele making Yoga an accessible and therapeutic individualized program for anyone.