Kayla Eagle, PT

Physiotherapist

Kayla practices at our South Calgary location.
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Kayla graduated from the University of Alberta with a Master's of Science in Physical Therapy in 2013, following a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from the University of Calgary. Practicing as a registered physiotherapist, she has worked extensively in private practice working with a broad spectrum of musculoskeletal conditions. Her experience ranges from motor vehicle accidents, sports related injuries, overuse and posture related dysfunctions, chronic pain, pre and post operative management, and acute sprains and strains.

Kayla has a strong interest in additional post-graduate education, which has included certification in acupuncture, biomedical dry needling, Active Release Technique, advanced manual therapy courses through the orthopaedic division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association, and the ordering of diagnostic Imaging.

Her approach to rehab is centered around analyzing movement patterns and postures, and then creating functional progressive exercises and using manual therapy techniques to address altered mechanics and restore optimal mobility and function.

Kayla has a special interest in climbing related injuries and injury prevention, including teaching youth education workshops on preventing injury in youth competition climbers. She also has a keen interest in non-operative shoulder management, and continues to develop her skill set in this area with mentorship from the team of orthopaedics surgeons, physicians, and physiotherapists at Access Orthopaedics.

When she is not working, she enjoys spending time outdoors with her family or at the local climbing gym. She enjoys running, bouldering, snowboarding, golf, wakeboarding, and watching supercross with friends.

Subha Velusamy, PT

Physiotherapist

Subha practices at our South Calgary location.
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Subha graduated with a Bachelors of Physiotherapy in 1999 and practiced as a Physical Therapist in India. She moved to Canada in 2005 and has worked in acute care hospitals and private practice across Alberta. She now calls Calgary home.

Subha has been certified in functional dry needling, spinal & peripheral manipulation. She has also received training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing(MI) and practices with a trauma informed lens.

Subha has extensive experience with patients in many aspects of rehabilitation such as Chronic Pain, Concussion Management, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Vestibular Rehab and Sports Injuries.
Her special interest is treating Male and Female Pelvic floor Dysfunction - Urinary/Fecal incontinence, Dyspareunia , Vulvodynia, Chronic Pelvic Pain, Pelvic Organ Prolapse, etc.

She uses an evidence-based and client-centred approach and believes in treating the individual patient, not just the health condition.

In addition to her interest in health and wellness, Subha enjoys travel, food and fitness, she loves running half marathons.

Sue Maxner, PT

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Susan graduated from McGill University with a Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy in 1978.

Susan began her career as a registered physiotherapist practicing in Nova Scotia, Alberta & New Brunswick. Susan gained valuable experience working with a broad range of musculoskeletal conditions-joint replacements, acute & chronic sports injuries, chronic pain & rheumatology.

Susan has also worked extensively in private practice, bridging the valuable experience gained in the acute care setting. Susan has worked extensively with motor vehicle injuries, incorporating functional assessments, job site/ergonomic analysis, as well as designing and managing return to work programs.

Currently, Susan is a [Certified McKenzie Mechanical Diagnosis & Therapy (MDT)](https://mckenzieinstitute.org/) practitioner. Assessment is focused on identification of a mechanical cause of the patient's spinal or extremity pain and/or obstruction to movement. The patient is an integral component of the assessment and then are provided with the tools and education to manage their pain and/or obstruction to movement.

When not working, Susan enjoys curling, travelling, going to the gym, biking and hiking in stunning Alberta.

Dr. Avni Harit, DC

Chiropractic Doctor

Dr Avni practices at both our North and South Calgary locations

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Dr. Avni Harit earned her Doctorate of Chiropractic from the University of Western States in Portland Oregon, graduating with honors in 2015.  Prior to this, she earned her BSc. in Life Science from the University of British Columbia in 2011. 

Dr. Avni practices a diversified chiropractic technique incorporating soft tissue techniques including myofascial active release and/or instrument assisted soft tissue techniques (like Graston/FAKTR) into her treatments. She has been trained in functional movement screens and running/gait analysis. She has completed her certification in Acupuncture through the McMaster University of Contemporary Medical Acupuncture. This allows her to use medical acupuncture/dry needling as an effective tool to reduce pain, decrease muscle hypertonicity, improve circulation and promote tissue healing. 

As an advocate of health and wellness, Dr Avni is dedicated to helping her patients achieve their optimal health and fitness goals. Her focus is to enrich all of her patients’ lives via pain reduction, functional mobility improvement, and lifestyle management and performance optimization. 

Dr. Avni has a strong interest in sports, which stems from her younger years playing basketball, running track and dancing. Currently she continues to enjoy running, hiking, camping, yoga and maintains a healthy lifestyle involving proper nutrition and exercise. 

Dr. Avni believes each individual is unique and therefore every injury is unique to that person. By using a collaborative treatment approach, she is able get patients moving better and pain-free quickly. Whether you are a competitive athlete, weekend warrior or someone who seldom exercises, her goal is to educate you about your body and teach you how to live a healthy and pain free life.

Josh Shaw RMT

Founder of Energize Health

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Energize Health has been Josh's dream for the past 15 years. Passionate about helping people with their physical health, he had always wanted a cutting edge, multi-disciplinary clinic that put the patients and their results first.

After gaining over 10 years experience in massage therapy, rehabilitation and healthcare, Josh, along with his wife Lisa, decided it was time to open Energize Health.

During his career, Josh has worked as the trainer for various college and university level sports teams, a therapist for CFL, NHL and Olympic athletes, and has worked extensively with patients who have been involved in motor vehicle accidents.

Josh is certified in kinesiology taping, laser therapy, shockwave therapy, Graston Technique and vacutherapy (cupping).

Along with his busy clinical practice, Josh is the President of the Board of Directors for the Massage Therapist Association of Alberta and is passionate about furthering the massage therapy profession.  He served as the instructor of Orthopedic Assessment for the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy – Calgary, from 2008-2011. He holds certifications as a personal trainer and is a former Emergency Medical Responder.

Josh graduated with Honours from a 3 year Advanced Massage Therapy Diploma program from Algonquin College of Arts and Technology in Ottawa in 2006 and is currently completing his Bachelors of Science degree with a major in Health Sciences.

When not in a treatment room at Energize Health, Josh can often be seen on the play structures around Evanston or in the field kicking a ball around with Lisa and their young daughter Olivia.

Elisabeth Temple, RMT

Registered Massage Therapist

Elisabeth practices at our South Calgary location.
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Elisabeth is a 2200 hour graduation of the MH Vicars School of Massage Therapy and a member of the RMTA. 

Elisabeth is skilled in a variety of techniques including therapeutic, deep tissue, trigger point release, joint mobilization, basic manual lymphatic drainage, pre- and post-natal treatment, infant massage therapy and instruction, and relaxation massage.

She is also certified in radial shockwave therapy and laser therapy and is able to use these technologies to help resolve chronic or actue injuries that were previously untreatable with manual therapy.

Outside of work, Elisabeth enjoys spending time with her family and anything that brings her outdoors. She is particularly passionate about hiking, swimming and travelling. 

Natalie Suggett RMT

Registered Massage Therapist

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Natalie has always been drawn towards helping others. While working at Energize Health in an administrative position, Natalie saw the benefits of manual therapy and the difference it made in peoples live. With encouragement from her colleagues, Natalie enrolled in, and has since graduated from the 2200 hr massage therapy program at the Professional Institute of Massage Therapy. She is a member in good standing with the Massage Therapists Association of Alberta.

Natalie uses a client focused approach to care. Whether her client’s goal is to fix a 10-year-old shoulder injury or relax from a stressful work week, Natalie will create a treatment that is tailored for her client’s specific condition or goal.

Trained in orthopedic assessment, Natalie uses specific tests and movements to determine the cause of her client’s discomfort and provides the treatment most likely to alleviate symptoms. She uses a variety of massage therapy and musculoskeletal techniques to help reduce pain and improve physical function.

Along with her massage training, Natalie is certified in laser and shockwave therapy, and can use these modalities to help treat acute or chronic conditions.

Outside of the clinic Natalie enjoys traveling, Pilates, kayaking and spending time with friends and family.