MICHAEL J. COOK, Canadian Athletic Therapist (c)
Registered Massage Therapist
International Doctorate Acupuncture
Michael combines the best aspects of Massage, Acupuncture and Athletic Therapy to provide a safe but aggressive and effective, individualized rehabilitation programs ensuring the patient reaches their optimal goals quickly and economically.
Education:
- 2001-2005 College of International Holistic Studies – International Doctorate Acupuncture Program
- 2002-2003 Canadian Therapeutic College – Massage & Hydro Therapy Diploma Program
- 1996-1999 Sheridan College – Sports Injury Management Diploma Program (Athletic Therapy)
Clinical and Field Experience:
- Head Therapist for Canadian Men’s Rugby (Canada vs. Portugal)
- Athletic Therapist for 2006 Grey Cup Finalists, Montreal Alouettes
- Burlington Mens/Womens Rugby
- University of Guelph and University of Toronto
- Invictas Football
- CFL/NBA Training Camp
- Canadian National Figure Skating Championships
- Canadian National Squash Championships
- Ontario Winter Games
- Ontario Special Olympics
- Basketball Ontario
- Lester B Pearson / Notre Dame High School (Hockey & Baseball)
Clinic Services:
- History and Orthopedic Functional Joint Assessment
- Functional Muscle and Connective Tissue Testing
- Recording of Confidential Medical Information
- Interpreting Diagnostic Medical Report and Doctors Reports
- MVA, WSIB Treatment Plans
- Manual Techniques
- Use of Hydrotherapy
- Use of Therapeutic Modalities: Ultrasound, TENS, Interferential Current, EMS
- Acupuncture
- Treatment and Rehabilitation Thou: Acute, Sub Acute, Chronic and Return to Work Stages
- Education: Strengthening, Stretching, Nutrition, Postural Techniques
- Injury prevention/Protective Equipment
- Gait and Biomechanical Analysis
- Recognition of Musculoskeletal Injuries and Disorders
- Recognition of Various Infections, Diseases and Disorders
- Working with Multi Disciplinary Assessment Team
- Return to Work, Activities of Daily Living, Per Accident Programs
- Emergency Onsite Care