Michael Franks

Clarkson Sports and Physiotherapy

1400 Lakeshore Rd West, Mississauga, ON, L5J 1J1

“Having worked in both the fitness and healthcare industries, I’ve seen the power that exercise can have on a person’s mental health and well-being. It can change lives. For me it was a natural step to study physiotherapy; there’s something so meaningful about helping an individual identify their goals, and partner with them to achieve them. As a physiotherapist, I love breaking down the theory for my patients into simple principles they can understand and follow in their day-to-day lives. It’s important that people understand how their body is functioning, what is causing their challenges, and the impact movement has on their overall health and mobility. I’m passionate about integrating education with treatment to help my patients manage their pain, improve function, and get back to their favourite activities.” QUALIFICATIONS Masters of Science in Physical Therapy Western University BSc (Honours) - Life Science & Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour McMaster University Advanced Integrated Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy (Level 1) Orthopaedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Alliance EXPERTISE Exercise treatments to manage pain, improve function & maximize fitness Manual therapy Joint mobilization Soft Tissue work Athletic cupping Pain-relief modalities Physio-acupuncture FAST FACTS ● Integrated treatment to help patients manage pain & get back to their favourite activities. ● Excellent understanding of hockey injuries, having played and coached competitively. ● Loves to swim, play golf & spikeball, work out, and go on long nature walks with the dog. ● Remains a tortured Toronto Maple Leafs fan.