Findlay Creek

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Carrie Lugg


Physiotherapist BSc., MSc(PT)

Carrie Lugg has been working at Back on Track in Findlay Creek since it opened in 2012. Carrie has a vested interest in athletics and enjoys working with athletes both from a rehabilitation and advanced training perspective. She has a long history as a competitive athlete herself, playing both ringette and ultimate frisbee on a National and International level. She has a deep understanding for the mechanics required for skating and high impact sports. She has a long history as a competitive athlete herself, playing both ringette and ultimate frisbee on a National and International level.

Carrie graduated from the University of Ottawa with a Bachelor of Science in Human Kinetics and a special interest in biomechanics and athletic injuries. She then went on to complete a Master of Science in Physical Therapy at the University of Toronto. Directly after graduation Carrie completed the Contemporary Medical Acupuncture course at McMaster University and is now certified to administer medical acupuncture.

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Serge Lanteigne


Physiotherapist

Serge was born and raised in New-Brunswick where he initially completed a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology at Moncton University in 2006. He then obtained the C.S.C.S designation with the National Strength & Conditioning Association to work for the Moncton University Cardiac Wellness Program and a group fitness instructor for the local YMCA.

His interest in human anatomy and the rehabilitation field led him to complete a Masters in Physical Therapy from the University of Ottawa in 2010. He has since completed several post-education certificates such as McKenzie A to D , Manual Therapy level 1, APTEI , AFCI, Vestibular, Pelvic Health, Concussion, Mulligan, Upledger Institute International.

Serge is passionate about helping his patients achieve their goals. With a true one-on-one approach, Serge Looks to identify and treat the source of the problem rather than just the symptoms to prevent recurrence.

He helps client recover from a variety of sports and orthopaedic injuries with a combination of soft tissue and joint manual therapy, strengthening and mobility exercises and assistive therapeutic modalities. For the past 10 years, Serge has focused on treating and managing clients with vestibular disorders and concussions from motor vehicle, sports and work related accidents.

On his own time, Serge enjoys riding his tractor and wielding his chainsaw to manage his property outside of the city. He enjoys carpentry and building things and always has a new project on the go. His family is currently very busy with two young sons in sports, especially hockey.

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Yolanda Spence


Physiotherapist BSc(PT)

Yolanda has acquired over 24 years of experience since graduating with a BSc.PT degree at the University of the Free State, South Africa, following her BSc in Physiology and Psychology. Early in her career, she specialized in Hip & Knee replacement rehabilitation in the UK. Since moving to Canada, she has worked mainly in private practice while completing courses focused on Sport injuries, rehabilitation, Orthopaedic injuries, and both basic and advanced Acupuncture & Dry-needling courses. She became a Certified Pilates Instructor in 2019 to further her hands on treatment style.

Yolanda’s philosophy is that prevention is the primary goal, along with restoring balance in the body. She uses a range of techniques to treat and educate her patients. She works with patients of all ages and is committed to providing patients with the best possible care.

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Jhanvi Vyas


Physiotherapist

Jhanvi is a qualified and experienced physiotherapy professional who graduated from the Saurashtra University India in the year 2016. After finishing her graduation, she started working for the non-governmental organization of India, where she got the chance to serve kids with special needs, and also adults. After working for almost two years, she came to Canada as a student and completed her diploma in Health Wellness and Fitness. Jhanvi found that having combined knowledge of wellness and physiotherapy works well to improve a patient’s daily lifestyle.

Jhanvi motivates, educates and inspires her patients to make small shifts in their lifestyle to transform their health and reclaim their lives.

She believes having a purpose to help others to live better makes a great difference in one’s life. She is glad to serve you with the best of her knowledge in near future.

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Neha Panja


Physiotherapist
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Neha Panja is a compassionate and highly skilled physiotherapist, originally from India and now practicing in Ontario. She graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy in 2021, earning the prestigious title of gold medalist and university topper. During her undergraduate studies, she conducted significant research on the Gait Cycle in human kinesiology, demonstrating her keen interest in understanding and improving human movement. Neha later pursued a Master’s in Global Health and Administrative Sciences at Fairleigh Dickinson University in Vancouver, equipping her with a global perspective on healthcare systems and leadership in the field.

Neha has undergone specialized training in Functional Dry Needling, a powerful technique she incorporates into her practice to address musculoskeletal pain, release muscle tension, and promote faster recovery. She is passionate about leveraging this advanced skill to provide targeted and effective treatments for her patients. Her expertise in Functional Dry Needling, combined with a deep understanding of biomechanics, allows her to deliver holistic care that addresses the root causes of pain and dysfunction.

With a strong focus on patient-centered care, Neha thrives on building meaningful connections with her clients. She has a special interest in sports injuries, helping athletes return to peak performance while preventing future injuries. At the same time, she brings her expertise to geriatric care, providing individualized treatment plans for older adults to enhance mobility, independence, and overall quality of life.

Neha’s approach is rooted in empathy, education, and evidence-based practice. Whether she’s working with athletes or seniors, she is deeply committed to empowering her patients to lead healthier, more active lives. Her passion for making a positive impact and her dedication to continuous learning make her an exceptional and trusted professional in the field of physiotherapy.

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Megan Breau


Registered Massage Therapist & Doula

Following intensive training with a local private college, Megan obtained Registration with the College of Massage Therapists Ontario (CMTO) in 2013, and since has begun her growing practice serving the Ottawa area. Her practice is currently based out of Back on Track Physiotherapy in Findlay Creek where she has the opportunity to work on a variety of conditions, through varying stages of life.

Her commitment to helping people become active and pain free – led her to expand her offerings to the field of birth support. This natural progression, combined with an innate capacity for making people feel comfortable and at ease, brought her to doula work as she trained with multiple training agencies.

A key principle of Megan’s practice is supplying as much information as possible to her clients in their decision-making process. Megan uses a variety of techniques including: myofascial release, trigger point therapy, joint play, stretching, hydrotherapy, among others to get her clients back to feeling like their best self.

Megan lives in rural Ottawa on a working dairy farm with her partner and their spirited two year-old son.

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James MacPherson


Registered Massage Therapist

James Grew up in Trenton Ontario, and graduated 2010 from Algonquin College Massage therapy Program. He has developed excellent skills as an RMT over a 10yr plus career. James is a Professional and compassionate therapist with experience in lymphatic drainage, joint mobilizations, neuromuscular techniques, and gait assessment.

As a young child James started doing massage for family and friends growing into a passion for discovering the healing power of touch.

James believes more people can become healthier and benefit from the therapeutic touch of massage therapy. He enjoys the rewarding relationships he builds with his clients as he helps them lead healthier lives and would love to meet you too.

James Has travelled regionally and globally opening his perspective to different cultures and peoples. He also is an avid movie watcher, coin collector and explorer, now with 2 little kiddos along for the adventure.

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Tanja Skanes


Occupational therapist

As an Occupational Therapist who grew up in the Ottawa area, I have attended both the University of Guelph for an undergraduate degree in Biology, as well as McGill University to complete my Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy. After graduation, I returned to the Ottawa area and work with adults and children in the community for the past 26 years.  My services include:

  • Assessment of the Activities of Daily Living (ADL’s) of adults with various physical and mental health needs to determine their service and equipment needs, particularly around home safety.
  • OT services to adults in various settings, including those with Stroke, Dementia, ALS, Muscular Dystrophy, Multiple Sclerosis, hip/knee replacements
  • provided services for WSIB and MVA clients, including Ergonomic, Home Safety, Home Accessibility and Mobility assessments, interventions, and follow-ups including the Assisted Devices Program (ADP) as an authorizer.
  • Effectively managed a caseload of adults with disabilities as a rehabilitation consultant to assess their vocational skills and readiness for employment- prepared and assisted clients for job searching, job interviews, job development, job placement and job retention.

Helping to maximize the functioning of people in their own environments continues to be a passion, and I also continue to enjoy travelling and spending time with my family at the cottage over the summer months.

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Christine Mercer


Chiropodist

Since graduation Christine has taken a special interest in Foot Mobilisation Technique and orthotic management.  Christine works in both community and private health settings and joined the Back on Track clinic in 2015.  Outside the office, Christine can be found on the ski slopes, rowing and travelling to exotic places.

Christine graduated from the University of Waterloo with a BSc in Honours Biology. During this time she developed an interest in biomechanics and completed her Podiatric Medicine diploma at The Michener Institute in 2009.