Committed to your health and wellness.
Our Physiotherapists demonstrate proficiency in both Advanced Manual Therapy and Advanced Exercise principles. This combination has proven highly effective in the treatment of acute and chronic orthopaedic Musculo-skeletal disorders.
Two Locations to Serve Winnipeg:
Pure Physiotherapy on Empress
1129 Empress Street
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3E 3H1
(204) 338-7873
Pure Physiotherapy on Pembina
308-2265 Pembina Highway
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 5J3
(204) 275-3698
Explore our Services
ACL Rehabilitation
Pure Lifestyle is a leader in ACL rehabilitation. Through our therapist’s experiences with assisting to teach ACL courses to physiotherapists and athletic therapists, to presenting at various conferences and extra-curricular courses, we understand the most effective and efficient way to get you back to sport.
Each rehabilitation program will follow activity progressions including knee mobility, gait re-education, hip and knee stability exercises with progression to plyometrics and sport specific movement patterns when appropriate. Our therapists understand that incorporating sport specific exercise into the rehabilitation process is critical to improve athlete confidence. Regardless of the competitive level or type of sport or activity, at Pure we will tailor your rehabilitation program to optimize your athletic performance.
Foot and Ankle Injuries
Thanks to an important combination of staying on top of the most current research as well as having a great deal of Pure is fortunate to have leading experts in the field of injuries arising from the foot and ankle. We will work hard towards helping you with your pain and get you back to the activities you enjoy.
Some common foot and ankle problems that patients present with are plantar fasciitis, achilles tendinitis, shin splints, ankle sprains and big toe pain. Rehabilitation of the foot and ankle is based on a thorough biomechanical assessment of how your whole body works. With this assessment, specific problems of how your body works are identified. A thorough rehabilitation program follows to help diminish pain, stretch out tight structures, strengthen weak structures, get parts moving in a more efficient way, and assist the retraining of specific movement patterns.
A complete treatment program for your foot and ankle problem may include, but may not be limited to: therapeutic modalities, manual therapy, stretching/strengthening, biomechanical re-education exercises, instruction on proper footwear, and the use of orthotics or braces.
As an important part of the treatment, we’ll attempt to educate you on what your problem is, why it’s happening and what we can do to improve the situation together. Treatment intervention will be initiated within the clinic but more importantly is the inclusion of a home exercise and care regime. We’ll direct you on what you need to do, and what not to do (at home, at work, with daily activities and with your fitness regime) to improve you symptoms and function. We at Pure, can apply therapeutic techniques try to help you get better but more importantly our philosophy is that we’ll point you in the right direction to “make yourself better”.
Chronic Low Back Pain
Our physiotherapists and kinesiologists are trusted by Winnipeg’s top orthopaedic spinal surgeons to deliver spinal rehabilitation programming.
Our consistent communication with the orthopaedic surgeon allows us to understand the entire picture and treat your back to the fullest extent.
A high percentage of patients that eventually get a consultation with a spinal surgeon will learn that they are not considered a candidate for surgery. This is a long wait to learn that therapeutic exercise and lifestyle counselling will aid in their recovery. Whether you need surgery, or are suffering from a long-standing back injury that does not require surgical intervention, we can help. What sets us apart is the role we play in our clients’ ability to achieve long lasting success when it comes to back pain management, even as they wait for a consultation.
We strive to exceed expectations when it comes to functional restoration of the patient.
We know manual therapy and how it needs to be applied to help you regain your range of motion and your function. Your goals are at the forefront and we love helping you get back your activities of daily living, get back on the golf course, and get back to playing with your children or grand-children. We apply exercise physiology and therapeutic exercise principles to encourage positive lifestyle changes in order to get the best treatment with the fastest results.
Return to Work Programs
Physiotherapy has been working directly with insurance companies since our doors opened. We have extensive experience working with individuals and their case manager/rehabilitation specialists and are ready to help you get back to work quickly and efficiently, while reducing your pain and improving your function.
Some insurance companies we deal closely with to ensure the best rehabilitation process for you:
- Workers Compensation Board of Manitoba
- Manitoba Public Insurance
- HEB Manitoba
- Great West Life
- Sunlife
- Veterans Affairs Canada
- Manitoba Teachers Association
Manual Therapy
Manual physiotherapy is a hands-on approach done to mobilize or manipulate joints where we combine this with advanced post-degree knowledge of clinical reasoning. With the right application and the right clinical reasoning, manual therapy can change a movement pattern from painful to pain free, all thanks to better joint mobility!
To ensure you maintain the range of motion gains achieved at each appointment, your therapist will provide you with exercises to further increase your range of motion. Our goal is to teach you how to optimize your range of motion so that you can go back to your day with better function!
Keeping in mind that this is one piece of the treatment puzzle, it is a powerful tool and we make sure it’s done at its best by having the highest quality education in post-graduate physiotherapy. When you come to Pure Physiotherapy, you know that it is nothing short of high quality.
Acupuncture
One tool that Pure physiotherapists use to speed up your recovery is acupuncture. Acupuncture is the insertion of extremely fine needles through the skin at specific points on the body to stimulate specific structures and promote healing. We use acupuncture to effectively control pain, reduce inflammation, provide regeneration, restore physical functions, and normalize nervous system activities. Acupuncture stimulates the release of endorphins, which results in pain relief, relaxation, and balance of the body’s energy, thus promoting general health and well-being.
We believe that acupuncture is especially beneficial when combined with other aspects of your physiotherapy program, such as manual and exercise therapy. We commonly use it to treat both acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions such as joint sprains, muscle strains, tendonitis, disc injuries, osteoarthritis, headaches, and many more. In addition, we make sure you have an appropriate exercise program to maintain all benefits gained!
We don’t charge any additional fees for acupuncture. If we feel you would benefit from it, we will discuss it with you and potentially include it as part of your treatment. If you have any questions or are wondering whether acupuncture would be an appropriate treatment option for you, feel free to ask us!
Neurological Rehabilitation
We offer highly qualified individual rehabilitation for clients with neurological conditions. At Pure Lifestyle, clients will learn to optimize function, independence, and motor performance in an environment that bridges the gap between the hospital and the ‘real world’. This allows clients to increase their confidence and therefore enhance their quality of life.
Areas of focus include, but are not limited to:
• Overuse shoulder injury prevention
• Overall general strengthening/home fitness programs
• Cardiovascular fitness
• Balance training & core strengthening
• Integration into activities of daily living
• Post stroke/brain injury rehabilitation
Military Member Rehabilitation
Pure Lifestyle is proud to be one of Winnipeg’s physiotherapy clinics with the privilege of working with our Canadian Armed Forces. Our expertise has lead to a great success in the treatment of neuro-musculoskeletal conditions for our military men and women.
Returning to work can be a challenge when you are faced with an injury. This can be an even bigger challenge when you have a physically demanding workplace with high activity demands throughout the week. For this reason, our military members need the best! We understand this and deliver top quality interventions to get our members back to work promptly and ready for the highest demands.
An exceptional facility and extensive experience, allow us to advance our military clients from “symptom-free” to high performance! The aim for our patients is to graduate from our sessions with less pain, improved overall fitness, and a reduced chance of re-injury.
Sport Physiotherapy
Confidence is a critical component to any athlete’s success. However, a crucial component to maintaining confidence is knowing that your body is prepared to take on anything your sport may throw your way. Sport rehabilitation involves rebuilding that confidence just as much as it involves rebuilding any damaged or weakened tissues.
When we say Sport Physiotherapy, we mean just that – from assessing risk factors related to potential injuries, to working with an integrated team of sports medicine physicians, kinesiologists, and massage therapists, our physiotherapy department has all the tools needed to get you back to sport.
As part of your assessment and treatment program, we will evaluate your unique biomechanics and offer insight into how to improve your movement patterns in order to prevent re-injury and optimize performance. We can also use video analysis to show you potential inefficiencies that may be holding you back on game or race day. We also offer sport taping and bracing solutions where necessary.
Vestibular Rehabilitation
Dizziness and balance problems are some of the most commonly reported symptoms and can be caused by a variety of different conditions. It’s important to have a thorough assessment to determine the underlying cause.
One area that could be involved is the vestibular system. The vestibular system (sometimes known as the “inner ear”) is a complex apparatus that is highly involved with perception of head movement and position. Signs and symptoms of vestibular dysfunction include nystagmus, vertigo, imbalance or compromised gaze stability.
One common vestibular condition is Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV). There are small “crystals” in the vestibular system that perceive position and movement. It’s possible for these crystals to get dislodged and settle in the wrong canal. This can cause vertigo that often occurs during position changes. The treatment for BPPV can be done in clinic by our therapists who will perform repositioning techniques for the crystals.
Other vestibular conditions include:
- Vestibular neuritis/labyrinthitis
- Migraine associated vertigo
- Meniere’s disease
- Perilymphatic Fistula
- Acoustic neuroma
Call 204-338-7873 to book an appointment.
Behavioural Activation Programs
Physical activity has consistently been shown to be associated with improved physical health, life satisfaction, cognitive functioning, and psychological well-being. Studies have shown that as an adjunctive treatment, exercise can be effective and cost-efficient alternative or adjunct treatment for a variety of depression and anxiety related disorders.
Our physiotherapists and certified exercise physiologist work directly with insurance companies to help employees who are dealing with mental health struggles optimize function, mood and independence, with the goal or helping them re-enter the workplace.
Pelvic Floor Therapy
Pelvic floor therapy is available for both men and women experiencing various forms of pelvic floor dysfunction. Some forms of pelvic floor dysfunction include bowel and bladder dysfunction, sexual dysfunction, pelvic girdle pain, pelvic organ prolapse, and pelvic floor muscle dysfunction.
Pelvic floor therapists are specially trained to assess the external and internal structures of the pelvic region to properly diagnose and treat pelvic floor dysfunctions. A pelvic floor therapist can also assist in your prenatal and postnatal journey to help prepare for labour and delivery along with assisting you back to physical activity and preventing future dysfunction.
Consider seeing a pelvic floor therapist if you are experiencing any of the following:
- pelvic girdle, hip, groin, or low back pain that has plateaued with regular physiotherapy treatment
- pain with intercourse or other sexual dysfunctions
- bowel or bladder incontinence, urgency, frequency, or incomplete emptying
- pelvic organ prolapse
- pre and post surgery including: prostate surgery, hysterectomy, or any abdominal surgery including c-section recovery
- pre and postnatal care and prevention
Post-Operative Total Hip and Knee Replacement Rehabilitation
Our hip and knee replacement rehabilitation program is grounded in the latest evidence-based practices to ensure the best outcomes for recovery. We provide individualized, progressive therapy designed to restore mobility, improve strength, and maximize function after surgery.
Key Features:
- Evidence-Based Care: Guided by current research and clinical guidelines for post-joint replacement rehabilitation.
- Individualized Programs: Tailored exercise and treatment plans that adapt to your stage of recovery.
- Early Mobilization: Safe and structured progression to walking, mobility, and daily activities.
- Strength & Stability Training: Focus on rebuilding muscle, balance, and joint confidence.
- Pain & Swelling Management: Techniques to support comfort and reduce complications.
- Return to Function: Emphasis on regaining independence, mobility, and quality of life.
MB Government Funding** – approved for 6 physiotherapy sessions
Dry Needling
Dry needling is an intramuscular technique performed with fine acupuncture needles. Rather than leaving the needles in for a period of time, as is done with acupuncture, the needles are used to elicit a twitch response in the muscle or help alleviate painful trigger points. This is done with a transverse needling technique (across the muscle) to keep the treatment safe and effective. It can be particularly helpful in treating sports injuries and chronic pain, as well as many other conditions.
Dry needling can cause some discomfort when the muscle grasps the needle, but this muscle release stimulates the body’s natural healing response, decreases pain, relaxes the muscle, and causes a beneficial neurophysiological response. It is common to have some local aching following the treatment, however improvements to pain and mobility can be noted immediately.
If you have any questions or are wondering if dry needling would be a beneficial treatment for you, please ask us!
Our Team
Physiotherapy at Pure is offered with a strong team dynamic at our two locations on Empress and Markham Professional Centre on Pembina Hwy. We mentor regularly as a team, challenging each other’s skills and knowledge with the end goal of making each and every patient interaction the best experience possible.
Pembina Location Staff
Jean-François Bérard
Vice President & Chief Allied Health Officer, Physiotherapist providing Orthopaedic Therapy and AcupunctureJean-François Bérard
Vice President & Chief Allied Health Officer, Physiotherapist providing Orthopaedic Therapy and AcupunctureBefore graduating as a practicing therapist, JF knew that he had to make a difference in his future profession. With a strong passion for his career choice, as well as a true belief in what physiotherapy can bring to those in need, he has proudly integrated his philosophy into Pure Lifestyle. JF practices an ‘off-the-grid’ type of therapy that only uses heat, ice and acupuncture as modalities when deemed necessary. All the methods of intervention revolve around educating clients, hands-on skills, and tailored therapeutic exercise applications. Years later, Pure is now proudly continuing this style of therapy with the help of an amazing team that believes in its effectiveness.
“I love what I do and I am always extremely excited to share that knowledge with someone who cares about helping themselves. It is a privilege and one that I do not take lightly. I also make sure to practice what I preach, and lead by example for my clients.”
Jean-François’ clients will appreciate his incredible attention to detail, starting with a comprehensive assessment, which he believes is the basis of any effective treatment plan. He takes time to educate clients about their injury and treatment plan in order to help them move towards pain free function. Teamwork between the client and therapist throughout the entire process is key and allows for proper progression and recovery.
Education
MClSc – Masters of Clinical Science (Manipulation)BMR PT – Bachelor of Medical Rehabilitation Physical Therapy
BSc – Bachelor of Sciences
CEP – Certified Exercise Physiologist
FCAMPT – Fellowship of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Therapists
Assistant in the advanced post-graduate orthopaedic level system
Guest lecturer for advanced exercise principles and application to U of M Masters program
Co-instructor in Running Performance course
Clinic offers student practicum and internships
Presenter at various local, national, and international physiotherapy or exercise conferences
Mentor for physiotherapists seeking to achieve advanced post-graduate orthopaedic standing
Awarded the Joan K. Edwards award in 2013 through the Manitoba Physiotherapy Association in recognition of his outstanding contribution within the first five years of his career in the physiotherapy profession.
Recognized as a Leader in Physiotherapy by the Manitoba Physiotherapy Association in 2015
Awarded the Susan A. McDonald award in 2017 through the Manitoba Physiotherapy Association recognizing physiotherapists in their mid-career who provide inspiration to colleagues by acting as role models for their profession.
Accomplishments
Achieved the rank of second degree black belt in KarateCompleted several ultramarathons from 2016 to present ranging from 50km to 100 miles
Completed 2011 Leadville 100 mountain bike race
Accomplished climber/scrambler
Accomplished adventure racer
Hiking/Trail running/Canoeing
Successful business owner specializing in manual therapy, injury prevention and therapeutic exercise
Kelsey Brown
Physiotherapy Manager, Physiotherapist providing Orthopaedic Therapy, Concussion Care, Acupuncture, Dry Needling, Work Hardening /ReconditioningKelsey Brown
Physiotherapy Manager, Physiotherapist providing Orthopaedic Therapy, Concussion Care, Acupuncture, Dry Needling, Work Hardening /ReconditioningKelsey attended the University of Manitoba and completed her Bachelor in Kinesiology in 2013 and continued on to pursue her Masters in Physiotherapy in 2016. In 2021 Kelsey completed her Masters in Clinical Science (MClSc) in Advanced Health Care Practice and Comprehensive Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy at Western University in London, Ontario. With this, she became a Fellow in the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapy (FCAMPT). Kelsey is passionate about continued education and is also certified in both acupuncture and dry needling.
Before becoming a physical therapist, Kelsey worked at a gym and brings with her a decade of personal training experience. Kelsey enjoys strength training herself, and recently took courses on Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training to assist with rehabilitating injuries and Tactical Strength and Conditioning Facilitator (TSAC-F). Kelsey is planning to pursue further designations in the strength and conditioning field and is presently finishing her Complete Concussion Management course for Physical Therapists.
Kelsey enjoys working with patients to help them achieve their goals and focus on helping them get back to their activities! Her treatment focus is multimodal in order to achieve the patient's desired results.
Recently, Kelsey spent a year in Nova Scotia working both as a physiotherapist and the manager of clinic services. While currently missing the ocean, she is thoroughly enjoying time with her friends, family and the prairie sun!
In her personal time, Kelsey has a young pup who loves keeping her active with multiple walks, bouts of fetch and workouts.
Education
Masters in Physiotherapy at the University of Manitoba (MPT)Bachelor of Kinesiology from the University of Manitoba (B.Kin)
Masters in Clinical Science in Advanced Health Care Practice in Comprehensive Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy from Western University (MClSc AHCP CMP)
FCAMPT - Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapy
Licensed in Acupuncture
Interests
Walks with her golden retriever bestie named PiperSpending time with friends and family
Hiking
Strength Training
Forever seeking out the best cup of coffee
Learning new things and having laughs during the process, the latest was baseball
Karen Reimer
Physiotherapist providing Vestibular PhysiotherapyKaren Reimer
Physiotherapist providing Vestibular PhysiotherapyKaren graduated with BMR P.T. from University of Manitoba in 1995. The following year she obtained competency in vestibular rehabilitation from Dr. S. Herdman at the University of Miami. Vestibular rehab/physiotherapy is a passion for Karen and she has pursued extensive training over the past 27 years from world renowned educators and researchers in this field. In 2013, Karen obtained a research MSc in Rehabilitation as she presented a novel treatment for peripheral vestibular hypofunction. Karen’s passion for vestibular rehab led her to develop and teach competency based vestibular physiotherapy training for practicing physiotherapists in Canada. Karen “semi-retired” in 2020 which allowed time for her to begin the process of re-imagining how to present her Fundamentals of Vestibular Rehabilitation: A Competency Based Course. This has led to the very popular “hybrid” version of the course consisting of on-line presentations followed by in-person learning of critical skills and techniques. Karen has presented this version of the course numerous times and in multiple locations since 2021. Her next goal is to develop the advanced skills course (Beyond the Fundamentals) into a “hybrid” version as well. Additionally, Karen mentors physiotherapists who have completed her competency training course and is a sessional lecturer in the University of Manitoba, MPT program.
Karen deeply loves her chosen area of vestibular rehabilitation and is excited to return to part-time patient care while still offering continuing education in vestibular rehab to physiotherapy colleagues and mentoring a number of physiotherapists who have taken her course, including Diane.
Work - life balance is important to Karen so she loves to be outside in her garden, going for long walks with her husband, pilates, and baking up a storm in her kitchen! She is also a voice actor, lending her voice to a character in a children’s audio program. Always willing to learn new things, Karen obtained her Professional Chocolatier certificate in 2022.
Education
Bachelor of Medical Rehabilitation in Physical Therapy from the University of Manitoba (BMR-PT)Masters of Science in Rehabilitation from the University of Manitoba (MSc Rehabilitation)
Certificate of Competency in Vestibular Rehabilitation, University of Miami
Advanced Vestibular Rehabilitation, Emory University
Vestibular Masterclass, Johns Hopkins Hospital
Professional Chocolatier
Interests
PilatesMusic
Walking (not in winter!!)
Baking
Practicing her chocolatier techniques
Steven Duda
Physiotherapist providing Orthopaedic Therapy, Acupuncture, Work Hardening/ReconditioningSteven Duda
Physiotherapist providing Orthopaedic Therapy, Acupuncture, Work Hardening/ReconditioningSteve completed his Bachelor of Kinesiology at the University of Manitoba in 2016, and then went on to complete his Master of Physical Therapy at the University of Manitoba in 2018.
While growing up, Steve was constantly involved with hockey and golf and often found himself a frequent patient at the local physiotherapy clinic. It was through these early experiences that Steve learned the true value of physiotherapy. These visits to the clinic helped foster a love for the profession of physiotherapy and ultimately played a role in Steve becoming a physiotherapist.
"I can personally relate to the difficulties associated with a wide variety of injuries and I try to bring a high level of empathy and understanding into my interactions with each patient."
In his free time, Steve enjoys running, golfing, and spending time with his wife and two young sons. Steve played competitive hockey at a high level until his mid-twenties and still enjoys playing recreationally.
Steve strives to help patients of all ages and activity levels decrease their pain and return to optimal functioning by focusing on patient education, individualized exercise, hands-on therapy and other treatments like acupuncture. Steve also has experience treating patients affected by stroke in an in-patient setting. He continues to apply the knowledge and experienced gained treating stroke patients, while working with patients at Pure Physiotherapy. He has a special interest in pursuing further education in the areas of advanced exercise prescription, pain science, and orthopaedics.
Education
Bachelor of Kinesiology at the University of Manitoba (BKin)Master of Physical Therapy at the University of Manitoba (MPT)
Licensed in Acupuncture (Acupuncture Canada)
Interests
GolfingHockey
Travelling
Running
Hanging out with the family
Lyle Sasek
Physiotherapist providing Orthopaedic Therapy, Acupuncture, Hand TherapyLyle Sasek
Physiotherapist providing Orthopaedic Therapy, Acupuncture, Hand TherapyLyle is an experienced Physiotherapist with a Bachelor of Medical Rehabilitation in Physical Therapy from the University of Manitoba. A Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapy and certified in acupuncture, Lyle has extensive expertise in treating all musculoskeletal conditions of the Upper/Lower extremities and spine for all ages. His patient-centered approach integrates manual therapy, physical modalities, acupuncture and evidence-based exercise prescriptions. Lyle empowers his patients with the knowledge, tools and confidence they need to recover to their physical potential.
Lyle continues his education journey, recently earning a Master’s degree. This advances his understanding of the healthcare experience and his ability to deliver quality care. He has made contributions to the profession through education and mentorship. As a clinical placement instructor for the College of Rehabilitation Sciences at the University of Manitoba's Physical Therapy program and in the role as Musculoskeletal Clinical Advisor within the provincially funded Public Health Service, he has mentored and educated student and colleague Physiotherapists within the physiotherapy community. Lyle has contributed to his profession at the Provincial and National board level, and in his community with board involvement and sport convening/coaching. Leisure time is spent in life’s other pursuits…. and rest.
Education
Bachelors of Medical Rehabilitate in Physiotherapy BMR (PT)Master of Health Care Administration (MHA)
Fellow of the Academy of Manipulative Physical Therapy (FCAMPT)
Acupuncture Certified
Interests
Going to the gymCycling
Getting outdoors
Exploring local parks
Walks with our retriever
Fishing and camping
BBQ’s are cherished
Curtis Friesen
Physiotherapist providing Orthopaedic Therapy, Work Hardening /ReconditioningCurtis Friesen
Physiotherapist providing Orthopaedic Therapy, Work Hardening /ReconditioningCurtis graduated from the University of Manitoba with a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology in 2014 and then went on to complete his Master of Physical Therapy in 2016. Since graduating he has gone on to take extensive post graduate training in areas of manual therapy and advanced exercise prescription which has profoundly shaped his clinical practice.
Curtis has always been involved in sport and activity; and enjoys looking for new challenges. He began lifting weights consistently in middle school and has had a love for weight training since then. Alongside his university studies he set out to practice Taekwondo, achieving the rank of first degree blackbelt. His passion for activity was a major influence in his path to becoming a physiotherapist, as well as a love of learning, and a strong desire to help others.
Curtis believes strongly in developing an individualized plan centered around goals that are meaningful to his patients. He is passionate about educating his patients so that they have a good understanding and clear direction in their rehabilitation plan. He regards exercise as one of the most powerful ways in which he can influence his patient’s health and, with a primarily active approach, works hard to help others achieve their goals, promote independence, and foster resilience.
Curtis’ love for education extends well beyond his direct clinical involvement. From 2015-2020 he served as a board member of the MB- Section of Sport Physiotherapy Canada where his primary role as the education chair was to bring in high quality continuing education courses and speakers to therapists in the community. He has also served as a clinical supervisor and mentor for several physiotherapy students and physiotherapy exam candidates.
Curtis has a wealth of clinical experience working in multidisciplinary environments and places a high value on interprofessional collaboration to ensure patients receive the highest level of care possible.
Education
Bachelor of Kinesiology from the University of Manitoba (B.Kin)Masters of Physical Therapy from the University of Manitoba (MPT)
Canadian Orthopaedic Division Level 3 upper and lower
Interests
Weight liftingHiking
Kayaking
Tennis
Cooking
Stacey Enns
Physiotherapist providing Orthopaedic Therapy, Acupuncture, Dry NeedlingStacey Enns
Physiotherapist providing Orthopaedic Therapy, Acupuncture, Dry NeedlingStacey’s passion for physiotherapy developed through her lifelong involvement in sports and physical activity. Her experiences in athletics sparked an interest in how the body moves, heals, and becomes stronger, which inspired her to pursue a career in physiotherapy.
Stacey graduated with a Bachelor of Kinesiology from the University of Winnipeg before continuing to complete her Master of Physical Therapy at the University of Manitoba in 2019. Since then, she’s continued to build her skills with taking courses in orthopedic levels and obtaining certifications in both acupuncture and dry needling. She’s passionate about being a lifelong learner and is always looking for new ways to help her clients move and feel better.
In the clinic, Stacey uses a combined approach of both hands-on manual therapy and personalized exercise programs to help patients get back to doing the things they love most — whether that’s sports, work, or everyday life.
Outside of work, you’ll most likely find Stacey on the volleyball court — whether she’s playing or coaching club and provincial teams. When she’s not on the volleyball court, she loves lifting weights, camping, and planning her next travel adventure.
Education
Masters in Physical Therapy at the University of Manitoba (MPT)Bachelor of Science from the University of Winnipeg (BSc.)
Licensed in Acupuncture
Eunice Chen
Occupational Therapist providing Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Spinal Cord Injury Management, Coordinate & Monitor Return to WorkEunice Chen
Occupational Therapist providing Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Spinal Cord Injury Management, Coordinate & Monitor Return to WorkEunice is an occupational therapist who is dedicated to supporting people as they navigate life changes and to partnering with clients to promote their well-being. She earned her Master’s in Occupational Therapy from the University of Manitoba in 2023, following a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and Microbiology. Eunice values evidence-based care and believes in a person-centered approach that recognizes each person is unique and deserves to be heard and understood as they are.
Currently working at Health Sciences Centre, Eunice provides assessments and tailored interventions for individuals recovering from serious injuries, such as spinal cord injuries and amputations. She works closely with clients to find practical solutions that support their independence and engagement in everyday activities. She also collaborates with other healthcare professionals to develop out-of-the-box strategies for clients so they can adjust to their new circumstances and regain a sense of self-confidence and efficacy. Her skills and passions extend into mental health, where she has facilitated group therapy using Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) principles to address anxiety in individuals and nurture their resilience. Eunice continually enhances her skills through specialized training in areas such as mental health, spinal cord injury management, and using adaptive aids and technology. Having worked with a variety of age groups, from early years to older adults, Eunice shares in the joys and frustrations of her clients as they navigate through different challenges.
Outside of work, Eunice enjoys photography, crafting, and playing musical instruments, which reflect her occasionally creative side. Her ideal vacation is spent in the great temperature-regulated indoors with the people she loves. With her commitment to treasuring the small joys in life, dedication to helping others, and her ability to support people through life’s challenges, Eunice strives to be present with her clients and explore meaningful and unique solutions together.
Eunice is a member of the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT) and College of Occupational Therapists of Manitoba (COTM).
Education
Master of Occupational Therapy degree
Danielle Fournier
Administrative AssistantDanielle Fournier
Administrative AssistantDanielle is an administrative assistant at Pure Lifestyle that joined the Pure Lifestyle team in 2024 at the Pembina location. She's been at the prior Markham location prior to this since 2023. Outside of work, Danielle enjoys a good book, being outdoors, hiking and spending time with good friends and family.
Danielle most enjoys meeting new clients at Pure Lifestyle and building relationships with new and current clients. Her smile shines across the clinic and patients appreciate her kind, caring, and approachable personality. She is always eager to help others. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to connect with her.
Education
B.ArtsCCOA, Canadian Certified Optometric Assistant
