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Gregg Bandy
Physiotherapist
Growing up in Moncton, New Brunswick, Gregg could be found at the hockey rink, squash court, baseball diamond, or golf course, and not much has changed since!
His participation in competitive youth sports guided his decision to get involved in a career that encompassed several of his key interests – meeting and connecting
with new people, being involved in organized sports, and enjoying physical activity.
In 2015, Gregg completed a Bachelor of Science in Human Kinetics at St. Francis Xavier University and graduated from Dalhousie University with a Master of Science in Physiotherapy in 2017.
Since graduating, Gregg has completed post-graduate courses in Biomedical Dry Needling and the McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy for low back pain management.Gregg believes in an active approach to rehabilitation that starts with developing functional goals that are specific to each individual patient. He strives to empower his patients to take control of their own situations through education and exercise and develops a tailored plan that best suits their needs, goals, and lifestyle.
At physiotherapy appointments, Gregg incorporates a variety of treatments including on-going education about the patient’s injury, exercise progressions, joint mobilizations and soft tissue massage techniques. He is also experienced in dry needling and is open to exploring other treatment techniques with the collaboration of his patients.
Laura Furneaux
Physiotherapist
Laura grew up in Waverley, Nova Scotia in a sport-loving family. As a very energetic child, her parents put her in many sports. She competed nationally and internationally in artistic gymnastics and sprint kayaking. Over her athletic career, Laura experienced the benefit of physiotherapy with several of her injuries. The most significant was a back injury that shifted her focus off her kayaking goals. With her physiotherapist’s guidance, she learned the value of building strength and mobility and was able to return to her sport successfully. This experience led her to study kinesiology at Dalhousie University. After working alongside several physiotherapists as a kinesiologist, she decided to pursue a degree in physiotherapy at the University of Queensland, Australia, graduating in 2014.
Laura enjoys learning and growing as a physiotherapist. She continues her education by taking courses in manual therapy, exercise prescription, dry needling and sports related topics. What Laura loves most about physiotherapy is being able to coach people through their injury and lead them back to what’s important to them. Outside of the clinic, she enjoys spending time with her family, hiking, kayaking, rock climbing, surfing, skiing, triathlons and of course the occasional handstand.
Education and Certifications:
Masters of Physiotherapy Studies from University of Queensland (2014)
Bachelor of Science (Kinesiology) from Dalhousie University(2009)
Dry Needling Certification
Clinical Interests/Research:
· Shoulder injuries
· Knee and ankle injuries
· Sports Injuries
· Manual and Manipulative Therapy
· Exercise Prescription
· Pain Science
Professional Associations:
· Canadian Physiotherapy Association (CPA)
· Orthopaedic Division of CPA
· Sports Physiotherapy Division of CPA
Nova Scotia College of Physiotherapists
Sean was a busy child which led his parents to focus his energy sports and recreation. He grew up in a small town in New Brunswick which allowed him the opportunity to participate in many sports both team and individual.
At 18 years of age, Sean suffered a knee injury which grew his personal interest in the rehabilitation field. His concentration seemed to gravitate to anatomy and physiology which lead him to enroll into Kinesiology at UNB. While at UNB he continued his love of hockey and played defence for the UNB Men's Hockey Team. After personally attending Physiotherapy for his knee concern, he decided to pursue this as his career. He was accepted into the Physiotherapy School at Dalhousie University and graduated in 2000.
Sean’s personal patient experience with Physiotherapy showed him the sense of accomplishment you reach when you focus on goal and work hard. Over his career as a Physiotherapist, Sean tries to connect this feeling to his patients to return them to their goals. The point when the patient reaches their personal goal is what drives his day. After the assessment, Sean collaborates with his patient to make a plan to reach the patient’s goals. He takes time to educate them on their concern. He teaches them on how they can help themselves with exercises and modifying activities (do’s and don’ts). Sean’s sessions consist of a variety of hands on techniques involving mobilizations and manipulations of muscles and joints. If the patient is willing and appropriate, dry needling can be trialed.
Sean still enjoys an active lifestyle with general strength and conditioning exercises. He continues to enjoy coaching and playing hockey, golf, skiing, snowboarding and cottage life. His wife and two daughters keep his experiences rounded and adventurous.
Education:
Dalhousie University's School of Physiotherapy in 2000.
Intermediate Orthopaedic Manual and Manipulative exam in April 2003
Diploma in Advanced Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy in November 2003.
Dry Needling Certifications in 2011 and 2013
Clinical Interests/Research:
- Neck and Low Back Pain
- Shoulder Injuries
- Sports Injuries
- Whiplash Associated Disorders
- Manual and Manipulative Therapy
- Exercise Prescription
- Dry Needling
Professional Associations :
Member of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association (CPA)
Member of the Orthopaedic Division of CPA
Member of the Private Practice Division of the CPA
Member of the Canadian Association of Manipulative Physiotherapists
Member of the Nova Scotia College of Physiotherapists
Andrea Halley
Massage Therapist
Diploma in Massage Therapy
Bachelor of Science Degree (Health Education)
Andrea received her Bachelor of Science degree from Dalhousie University in 1996 before pursuing a career in Massage Therapy. She had a friend who was enrolled in massage therapy school and after chatting about this fairly new field of work, Andrea signed up. She like that it combined aspects of several health professions and was inspired by both her paternal grandparents. Her grandparents were both nurses in the mental health sector so Andrea grew up hearing about the helping and healing professions. She loves getting to know her patients, their families, successes and failures and that on some level helps her patients navigate life's ups and downs. She was a honours graduate from Northumberland College in Halifax in 1999. Andrea has since completed many postgraduate courses including those in myofascial release, deep tissue therapy, cupping and most recently, Foundations in Acupuncture (250 hours) from The College of Acupuncture and Therapeutics.
Andrea enjoys tailoring each treatment to meet her clients' specific needs. She is excited to be able to integrate acupuncture into her treatments for those clients who would benefit from it. Her many years of clinical experience allow her to identify and treat issues to help her clients feel their best. She lives in our local community and loves spending time with her husband and son.
- Deep Tissue Therapy
- Myofascial Release
- Active Release
- Acupuncture
Professional Associations :
Member of the Massage Therapists' Association of Nova Scotia (MTANS)
Anna Hallyburton
Massage Therapist
Anna grew up in small town New Brunswick, where her predilection for both cerebral and physical activities meant that voracious reading, sports and taking apart household items to see
what made them work occupied equal parts of her time. While academic pursuits were satisfied at university, it was her subsequent travel in Southeast Asia that kindled Anna’s interest in the hands-on world of therapeutic massage. Having gotten a chance to experience the benefits of body work through Chinese, Thai and Vietnamese massage, Anna was soon planning her return to Canada to study Swedish Massage. After being accepted to Grant MacEwan University’s Massage Therapy program in Edmonton, Anna graduated with honours in 2008.
Since then, Anna has enjoyed working with patients to solve the wonderful puzzle that is the human body. She has worked as a Registered Massage Therapist in chiropractic, physiotherapy
and massage therapy clinics in Edmonton, Halifax and Rothesay. In January, 2013 Anna moved to Dartmouth to accept the opportunity to practice at the Waverley Road Physiotherapy and
Health Care Centre.
Initial massage therapy treatments begin with an assessment. A plan of action is then discussed with the patient to address expectations for treatment outcomes as well as a timeline for any
future treatments that may be required. Anna integrates a variety of treatment techniques including deep tissue massage, muscle energy techniques, proprioceptive reconditioning, Cranio Sacral Therapy and Myofascial Release. Sessions also include information on personalized self-care and prevention techniques at home. If indicated, there will also be the opportunity to collaborate with the on-site physiotherapists for a more comprehensive treatment approach.
Today Anna continues to keep busy with cycling, camping, yoga and learning home DIY skills, while still trying to squeeze in some good books. It was a delight to discover that a strong
francophone community exists in the Waverley area, affording the opportunity to conduct some sessions in French.
Education and Certifications:
Bachelor of Arts degree with honours from McGill University in 2002
Massage Therapy Diploma with honours from Grant MacEwan College 2008.
CranioSacral Therapy - level I
Cupping Therapy
Myofascial Release Techniques, including Gua Sha – ongoing studies
Clinical Interests / Research:
Whiplash Associated Disorders
Postural Dysfunctions
Chronic pain management
TMD (Jaw pain & dysfunction)
Professional Association:
Member of the Massage Therapists’ and Wholistic Practitioners’ Association of the Maritimes
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Waverley Road Physiotherapy & Health Care Centre is a private healthcare facility located at
249 Waverley Road in Dartmouth, NS.
We have virtually no wait times and we take pride in providing a personal approach to patient health management.
We are deeply committed to:
providing our community and patients with the best care available;
promoting a healthy lifestyle through education;
working as a team to optimize patient outcomes;
returning patients to the highest quality of life possible.
We are even set up for virtual appointments!
Our priority is patient care, providing treatments and plans which fit the needs,
abilities and lifestyles of our patients.