Cindy Cinats

Designations:
BScPT, MSc, FCAMT, CAFCI CGIMS, MCPA

Title:
Physical Therapist & Managing Partner

Certifications:
Certified Manipulative Therapist, Certified Acupuncture Practitioner, Certified Gunn IMS Practitioner, GLA:D Certification

Cindy graduated from the University of Alberta in 1980 with distinction and in 1998 she completed her Master’s degree. Cindy is certified in acupuncture, and IMS, and has completed her Intermediate and Advanced Diploma in Manipulative Therapy. In addition, Cindy has completed courses in Osteoporosis Treatment Strategies and Advanced Therapeutic Taping. Having multiple years of education and practice under her belt, Cindy enjoys continuing her education in order to remain up to date with the new innovative practices coming to light every year. The learning never stops!

Cindy enjoys educating young physiotherapists, and taught Advanced Therapeutic Exercise in the Faculty of Rehabilitation of Medicine at the University of Alberta. Her strong interest in the role of exercise in rehabilitation resulted in her mentorship of kinesiology students over the past 7 years.

Cindy has extensive experience treating chronic low back pain, motor vehicle injuries and all sports related injuries. She is currently listed as an Injury Management Consultant for automobile insurance claims in the province of Alberta.

Cindy is certified in the GLA:D Education and Exercise Program that is geared towards helping patients with hip or knee osteoarthritis (OA) to manage their pain while also building strength and range of motion for a more active life. She has recently received her GLA:D back certification and is looking forward to use her new education on patients with back OA.

Avid golfer? Cindy also has an interest in golf pre-hab. With the help of the exercise therapists, she has developed her own program for patients looking to go into the next golf season with the proper tools to remain injury free throughout their season.

Cindy enjoys experiencing all that nature has to offer and is an avid hiker. Travelling and spending time with her family are her passions.  She recently completed a 3 year Master Life Coaching Course in Boston.