Michael Major

Strive Physiotherapy & Performance

260 Doon South Drive, Unit 8, Kitchener, ON, N2P 2L8

Mike graduated from the University of Waterloo in 2006 with an Honours Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. Immediately upon graduation, he was accepted into McMaster University’s Physiotherapy program where he graduated with a Masters of Science in Physiotherapy in 2008. Mike’s passion for learning has led him to take multiple courses in advanced manual therapy techniques, acupuncture, running injuries, low back injuries, functional movement, pain management, and shoulder injuries. He has had the opportunity to treat people of all activity levels and ages from weekend warriors to elite athletes. He has mentored physiotherapists across Ontario as well as worked on the Board of Directors of the Ontario Physiotherapy Association for 4 years. Recently, Mike was a member of the Pan Am/Para Pan Am Games Medical Services Expert Provider Group where he represented Physiotherapists in planning the medical services provided during the games. Mike has also had the opportunity to work side by side with orthopaedic surgeons. This opportunity has led to him working with many people following complex and traumatic injuries. Mike also works in a consultant role consulting on over 1,000 physiotherapy cases nationally. This has given him a a lot of insight into what Physiotherapy looks like across Canada. Prior to becoming a physiotherapist, Mike served in the reserves for 9 years as a member of the Artillery in the Canadian Armed Forces. In his spare time, Mike loves to play hockey, stay active, do anything outdoors, and spend time with his family. He also enjoys coaching local athletes to help improve their performance through MeFit, a local not-for-profit organization.