Hillary Foster graduated from the University of Ottawa with an Honours Bachelor of Health Science. She then went on to obtain her Master of Science in Physical Therapy at the University of Toronto in 2016. Since then, Hillary has completed training in Soft Tissue Release, Manual Therapy, Acupuncture, Dry Needling and Functional Movement. Her practice involves a mix of manual therapy, exercise prescription, soft tissue release, and acupuncture/dry needling. She has also taken post-graduate courses specific to rehabilitating and preventing injury in CrossFit, Olympic Weightlifting and Powerlifting athletes. Along with acute injuries, Hillary also has a keen interest in chronic pain management. She is passionate about helping others take control of their physical health and get back to participating in the activities they love.

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Allysha brings a lifelong passion for movement, community health, and client-centered care to her new role as a Physiotherapy Resident at Art + Science, She holds a Master of Science in Physiotherapy from Robert Gordon University in Aberdeen, Scotland, and a Bachelor of Science, with a specialization in Kinesiology, from Queen’s University.

Born and raised in Montague Township, Allysha grew up immersed in competitive dance and soccer. These early experiences sparked a fascination with the body’s ability to move, adapt, and heal. Her own rehabilitation journey ignited a deeper interest in physiotherapy and laid the foundation for a career focused on helping others improve their physical function and overall quality of life. Allysha believes in treating the whole person by addressing root causes, managing acute concerns, and preventing future issues through a comprehensive individualized approach.

At the clinic, Allysha looks forward to working with a wide range of acute injuries and chronic conditions while also nurturing a special interest in neurological physiotherapy. She is particularly passionate about improving access to neurological care in rural communities like Smiths Falls, where barriers often limit specialized rehabilitation services.

Allysha is committed to building strong supportive relationships with her clients and empowering each person on their unique health journey through a thoughtful and inclusive approach.

Allysha brings a lifelong passion for movement, community health, and client-centered care to her... Read More

With over 10 years of experience, Lindsay has worked with a wide variety of clients. As a competitive athlete for many years, she understands that massage therapy is an integral part of injury prevention, rehabilitation, and overall health. Her compassionate and holistic approach to massage therapy blends her therapeutic knowledge with the natural healing power of the human body to create a unique and soothing treatment. Lindsay’s treatment style is fluid, grounding, and calming-she incorporates Swedish relaxation, trigger point therapy, myofascial release, and therapeutic stretching. She is also trained in acupuncture, cupping, and scraping.

With over 10 years of experience, Lindsay has worked with a wide variety of clients. As a competi... Read More

Riley is a registered physiotherapist who received his Master’s of Physical Therapy from Queen’s University in 2017. Prior to this, he attained a Bachelor of Kinesiology degree from Acadia University in Wolfville, Nova Scotia, where he focused on human development as well as sports injury assessment and management. As a therapist, Riley is an evidence-based practitioner who enjoys being challenged and working with all types of injuries. He uses exercise prescription and manual therapy as the cornerstone of his treatment. He also uses acupuncture and dry needling as an adjunct to treatment. Furthermore, he believes that goal setting and patient education are integral in attaining successful results.

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Shawna attended Queen’s University from 2002-2008, completing a Bachelor’s of Physical Education and a Bachelor’s of Life Science. She continued on to do a Master’s of Science in Physical Therapy and has worked as a clinical physiotherapist ever since. Shawna was born and raised in rural Ottawa and continues to reside in West Carleton with her husband and 2 children. She grew up playing multiple competitive sports and continues her passion for athletics through soccer and CrossFit. She passed on her love for sports to her children who are also multi-disciplinary competitive athletes. Shawna has continued her professional development through courses in physiotherapy, sports rehab, strength, and conditioning.

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Marie graduated from Algonquin College in 2024 with an Advanced Diploma in Massage Therapy. She focuses on a client-centered approach to treatment, and is committed to helping you reach your goals and gain better function. As a competitive Olympic Weightlifter, Marie has a great understanding of movement, recovery and injury prevention. In her time off she enjoys weightlifting, spending time outdoors and reading.

Marie graduated from Algonquin College in 2024 with an Advanced Diploma in Massage Therapy. She f... Read More

Ryan graduated from the University of Ottawa with a Bachelor’s in Human Kinetics. As part of his University internship, he coached Strength and Conditioning at the University of Ottawa for Gee-Gee’s teams in various sports; There he used his athletic experience from junior hockey, strongman, and powerlifting to improve athletic performance. He has several years of experience in a physical therapy rehabilitation setting performing full-body physical assessment and treatments for musculoskeletal conditions and disorders. He also has several years of experience working with post-concussion rehabilitation. Additionally, he has received certification in Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCE), Physical Demands Analysis (PDA), and office ergonomics. In his spare time Ryan enjoys cycling, reading, and strength training. Ryan is passionate about exercise and believes movement is medicine.

Ryan graduated from the University of Ottawa with a Bachelor’s in Human Kinetics. As part of his ... Read More