LISA MENEZES

Registered Physiotherapist

BScPT, FCAMT, Dip Manual & Manipulative Physiotherapy

Lisa graduated with distinction from the University of Toronto in 1995. She holds a Diploma of Advanced Manual and Manipulative Therapy (Part B’s). She is also the physiotherapist for the Toronto Dragons Rugby Football Club.

Lisa has also worked at the Princess of Wales Theatre and the Ford Center for Performing Arts as the sole therapist in charge. She has had the privilege of working with Tony award winning actors and dancers. Casts she has worked with include Sweeney Todd, Fosse, Fame, Rent, Mamma Mia, and Les Miserables.

In addition to clinical work, Lisa is a registered instructor teaching courses in the Level system of the Ortho Division of the CPA. She has also lectured and taught practical sessions at University of Toronto and given numerous lectures at symposiums on topics such as running injuries and weight lifting shoulder injuries. She is involved as a mentor to both undergraduate and graduate physiotherapists.

Lisa uses a variety of treatment approaches including manual therapy and myofascial  techniques, taping, movement re-education, exercise, sports and plyometric training.  She is certified in medical acupuncture from McMaster University (member of the Canadian Academy of Medical Acupuncture) and is a registered  ART provider (lower body).

Life experience has been part of Lisa’s greatest education. At a training camp at Michigan State University, she tore her knee ligaments and meniscus playing basketball. After having surgical complications that required more knee surgeries, she appreciates both the physical and mental impact that injuries can bring. The wisdom gained provides the basis for getting her patients back to their personal best.