Revive Spine and Sport Physiotherapy in Albany, Edmonton

Sudharshan has an undergraduate degree in physical therapy and a Master’s in orthopaedic physical therapy.

Girish is a board certified Orthopedic specialist in physical therapy with over 20 years of experience in treating orthopaedics and sports injuries.

Sivakumar Kanakaraj (Siva) graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy degree in 2000 and completed his Master of physiotherapy degree in 2005. He then completed his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2017 from A. T. Still University, Arizona, USA. 

Siva is certified in Medical Acupuncture, Dry Needling, Spinal Manipulation, Vestibular and concussion assessment and management. Siva has 22 years of experience as a physiotherapist and has worked in various healthcare settings. Siva has a special interest in treating musculoskeletal injuries, Jaw Pain (TMD / TMJ pain), sports injuries, vertigo/dizziness, and concussion rehab.

Siva, when not working, loves to spend time outdoors and likes going on long road trips.

Poongothai Krishnan (Pooja) graduated with Bachelor in Physiotherapy in 2000 and a Master of Physiotherapy in 2002. Pooja has extensive experience working as a physiotherapist in a wide range of healthcare settings. Pooja developed a particular interest in pelvic floor disorders, providing prenatal and postpartum physiotherapy services. Pooja continued her passion for continuing education and learning to attain advanced knowledge and skills in the assessment and management of Pelvic floor dysfunctions.

Pooja’s training and certifications in pelvic health physiotherapy:

• Level I, II and III course certification form pelvic health solutions.
• Menopause: An integrative approach for physiotherapists
• Bio-feedback Evaluation and treatment for elimination disorders and pelvic floor disorders
• Bio-feedback for complex pelvic floor cases
• Mobilization of Visceral fascia for treatment of pelvic dysfunctions, Level I
• The use of Pessaries for pelvic organ prolapse in pelvic floor rehabilitation

Pooja emphasizes patient education, imparts knowledge to her patients to understand their diagnosis, and empowers patients to have an active role in their recovery from pain and dysfunction. Pooja’s treatment plan is based on active exercises, self-management strategies, and a combination of manual therapy, acupuncture, and dry needling. Pooja enjoys travelling and camping outside of work and loves going on long road trips.

Pooja works out of both the Albany Square and Heritage Valley locations.

Varghese Paul moved to Canada in 2011 from India. He completed his Bachelors in Physiotherapy in 2000. He also completed the Alberta Internationally Educated Physiotherapists Bridging Program (AIEPB), University of Alberta, to integrate with physiotherapy practices in Canada.

Varghese has more than 21 years of experience in Physiotherapy clinical practice. He has worked with Musculoskeletal and Neurological clients. Varghese Paul has skills in the areas of:

• Spinal Manipulation Therapy (SMT)
• Advanced Spinal Manipulation Therapy (ASMT)
• McGill Method of back pain assessment and management
• Part-A, Part-B & Part-C post-graduate study in McKenzie Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT)
• Peripheral Joint Manipulative Therapy (PJM)
• Mulligan Concept Lower Quadrant
• Functional Dry Needling® (FDN)
• Acupuncture
• Kinesio Taping
• Evaluation & Treatment of Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD)
• Concussion Management (ImPACT Concussion)
• Foot Maxx Orthotics
• Functional Movement Screening (FMS)
• Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA)
• Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE)

Varghese Paul believes targeted exercises minimize fatigue which enhances performance in daily activities. He ensures that every client gets an appropriate tailored exercise program and ensures they have the tools in hand. He reviews the exercises so that they are done in the proper form and technique. He has a passion for travel, photography, and his family.

Rachel completed her Masters of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Alberta and has a Bachelor of Kinesiology (Human Kinetics) from the University of Regina. Rachel’s treatment style utilizes exercise and physiotherapy techniques such as manual therapy and education to help individuals achieve their goals and return to full functioning. In Rachel’s spare time, she can be found hiking and biking in the mountains and spending time with her fur baby.

Tammy graduated from Grant MacEwan University in 2011 and has been a massage therapist in a clinical setting for 11years. She is certified in myofascial cupping, manual lymphatic drainage, pre-post natal massage and reflexology.

Tammy offers massage services to patients in motor vehicle collisions, post-surgical and neurological conditions, and sports massage. She believes in lifelong learning and stays updated on recent developments in massage therapy through continuing education courses. She enjoys being outdoors, hiking, biking and camping with her family and her dogs. Tammy looks forward to assisting you in your recovery, rehabilitation and relaxation.