Andrea graduated from the Canadian College of Massage & Hydrotherapy in 2009 with her 2200hr Massage Therapy Diploma. She is a proud member of the Massage Therapists Association of Nova Scotia (MTANS). Since graduating she has taken a number of courses, ranging from Aveda training & Reiki Level I, to therapeutic treatment techniques for the pelvis & sacrum, thoracic and cervical spine. She also has specialized training in TMJ (jaw) dysfunction with a TMJ Mastery course and a course in Cupping Therapy.

Andrea was born and raised on the South Shore, and has worked her entire massage career here. She currently lives outside Bridgewater with her husband, Tyler, cat , Maddy & beloved German Shepherd, Memphis.

Andrea also holds a certificate as a Continuing Care Assistant which she obtained with Honours from the Nova Scotia Community College in 2021.

Her favourite clients are those who are open to all avenues for therapeutic treatment, especially cupping therapy!

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A South Shore native, Cheryl (Nauss) Gilfoy grew up in Mahone Bay. Cheryl graduated from Dalhousie university with a BSc in Kinesiology in 2007, before continuing on to complete her MSc in Physiotherapy in 2009. After graduation, Cheryl moved to Ontario where she worked in private practice as well as long term care. In 2012, Cheryl returned to the South Shore and continued to work in private practice before becoming co-owner of South Shore Physiotherapy in 2014, where she continues to work full time.

Cheryl has continued her education through various post graduate courses in manual therapy techniques including: Mulligan concept mobilizations with movement, Butler mobilizations of the nervous system and the Advanced Lumbo-Pelvic certification program, and has successfully completed her Level 3 certification towards achieving her Diploma in Advanced Orthopaedic Manual and Manipulative Therapy. In 2019 she completed training to become a Certified Lymphedema Therapist. Cheryl has also completed training in vestibular rehabilitation and acupuncture/dry needling. Cheryl is a member of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association.

A South Shore native, Cheryl (Nauss) Gilfoy grew up in Mahone Bay. Cheryl graduated from Dalhous... Read More

Originally from Antigonish, Kenny graduated from St. Francis Xavier University in 2006 with a BSc in Human Kinetics. Kenny then went on to Dalhousie University where he completed his MSc in Physiotherapy in 2009. Following graduation, Kenny moved to Ontario for three years where he gained clinical experience in a variety of settings. From private practice, to cardiac rehab, to long-term care, Kenny has a varied background which allows him to successfully treat a large variety of patients. In the fall of 2012, Kenny made the move back home to Nova Scotia.

Kenny has done extensive continuing education in Acupuncture/dry needling, vestibular rehabilitation, musculoskeletal rehab and concussion management. In 2016, Kenny successfully completed his Advanced Manual and Manipulative Therapy Exam and received his Diploma of Advanced Manual and Manipulative Therapy. Kenny has a passion for sports, and has been part of the medical staff for Hockey Nova Scotia, South Shore Mustangs Midget AAA Hockey Club and South Shore Lumberjacks. Kenny is a member of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association and a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapy (FCAMPT).

Originally from Antigonish, Kenny graduated from St. Francis Xavier University in 2006 with a BSc... Read More

Brendon grew up in Oromocto NB, but has spent a fair few years in Nova Scotia, and most recently the United Kingdom. Brendon attended St. Francis Xavier University where he completed his BSc in Human Kinetics with honours in 2011. While attending St.FX, Brendon worked two years as a student athletic therapist with the CIS national champion X-Women Rugby team. Brendon then went on to Dalhousie University where he completed his MSc in Physiotherapy in 2013. After qualifying Brendon worked in a busy private practice based in Greenwood NS, before moving internationally to Cardiff in the United Kingdom where he practiced for two years in a growing multidisciplinary clinic specializing in sport and performance.

Brendon has done post graduate training in acupuncture, sports trauma and management/ rehabilitation, bike fitting, persistent pain, and the Mulligan concept. Brendon has also done several blogs and guest posts for various magazines in hopes of keeping the public up to date on the latest research. Brendon is a member of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association.

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Chris grew up in Shelburne and after some time away he has just moved back to the South Shore. He attended St. FX and completed a BSc in Human Kinetics in 2005. After that he spent 3 years in Omaha, Nebraska and was awarded a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2009. He then settled in Abbotsford, British Columbia where he was practicing in multidisciplinary clinics with some very accomplished mentors over the last 12 years. Being an avid sports fan, Chris felt fortunate to have the opportunity to work with many professional, Olympic, collegiate and high school athletes during his time in BC.

As far as continued learning is concerned Chris completed the coursework and examination process to receive his Diploma of Advanced Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy. With that he became a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapy. He also took part in further training at the University of British Columbia in GunnIMS (intramuscular stimulation), a form of dry needling. Chris has taken many other courses, attended and delivered in-services in various physiotherapy related topics over his years of practice.

He and his family are excited to be back in Nova Scotia and serve the South Shore for years to come!

Chris grew up in Shelburne and after some time away he has just moved back to the South Shore. He... Read More