My name is Paul Paonessa, I have been a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) since 2006. In 2004 I graduated from York University with a bachelors degree in psychology. Immediately upon graduating, I enrolled in a two year massage therapy program at Sutherland-Chan school and teaching clinic in Toronto, Ontario where I graduated in 2006. In October 2020 I joined Tim Rogers PT at Advanced Care Physiotherapy in Hamilton, Ontario. I have experience treating a variety of injuries and ailments, including sports/recreational injuries, motor vehicle accident injuries, work place injuries, and a variety of other general issues.

My name is Paul Paonessa, I have been a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) since 2006. In 2004 I ... Read More

Christine graduated from the Michener Institute for Applied Health Sciences in the Chiropody program. Prior to this, she received an Honours Bachelor of Arts degree in Kinesiology from Brock University. She then practiced as a Registered Kinesiologist before specializing as a Chiropodist. She is a member and in good standing with the College of Chiropodists of Ontario. Christine is also certified in Active Release Techniques (ART), and has a special interest in biomechanics. Christine is a spin instructor and her hobbies include working out, golfing, enjoying the outdoors and eating good food.

Christine is happy to provide the following services:

-Biomechanical/Gait Analysis

-Custom Foot Orthotics using Plaster of Paris Technique

-Ankle Foot Orthotics (AFO) for foot injuries including drop foot, adult acquired flat foot, posterior tibialis dysfunction

-Active Release Technique /laser therapy for lower limb soft tissue injuries not limited to plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, capsulitis

-Compression Stockings : edema, varicose veins, tired legs

-Proper footwear education

Christine graduated from the Michener Institute for Applied Health Sciences in the Chiropody prog... Read More

Tim graduated from Queen’s University with an Honours degree in Physical Therapy in 2003. Prior to this he received an Honours degree in Kinesiology in 2000 from McMaster University. Most recently Tim has completed his combined clinical and research Masters of Science in Advanced Orthopaedics and Manipulative Physiotherapy (OMPT) Specialization at McMaster University (2016) where he studied neck and upper extremity neuromuscular activation patterns in individuals with chronic neck pain. At the post-graduate level Tim has completed his Advanced Diploma in Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy from the Orthopaedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association, and has also become Certified in Medical Acupuncture from the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute. Tim is a member of the Sports, Orthopaedic, Acupuncture, and Pain Divisions of the CPA. Tim is a highly skilled Manual Therapist and is a Fellow and current President of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapy, is an Assistant Clinical Professor with the Graduate Physiotherapy Program at McMaster University, and has developed and taught post-graduate courses in Orthopaedics and Manual Therapy. Tim has also been an invited speaker at the Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine at McMaster University in the area of Physiotherapy treatment for Chronic Low Back and Pelvic Pain. He is a clinical preceptor for University Physiotherapy students, a Clinical Mentor for the Advanced Diploma of Manual and Manipulative Therapy level system with the Orthopaedic Division of the CPA and also for McMaster’s OMPT Program. His professional focus lies in the treatment of neuro-musculoskeletal disorders of the spine, pelvis, and extremities. His treatment philosophy involves thoroughly educating clients about their condition, and employing specific manual therapy and neural mobilization techniques, acupuncture, and exercise therapy to facilitate optimal functional recovery and independence. Tim is a contributing member to both the ICON and HaNSA research groups. In addition to running his own clinic, Tim also provides consultation with Interventional Pain Specialist Physicians in Hamilton. Tim has built a reputation for successfully treating a varied caseload of complex and ‘hard to treat’ patients, as well as amateur and elite athletes.

Tim graduated from Queen’s University with an Honours degree in Physical Therapy in 2003. Prior t... Read More