Krista McHardy
Massage Therapy
- Combines athletic therapy with massage.
- Focuses on returning clients to activities.
- Integrates manual therapy and exercise.
- Experience with elite wheelchair athletes.
- Works with professional beach volleyball players.
- Utilizes musculoskeletal acupuncture.
This summary is for informational purposes only and may not be accurate.
Athletic Therapy
- Musculoskeletal rehabilitation for sports-related injuries and recovery.
- Manual therapy combined with structured exercise prescription.
- Movement assessment and physical reconditioning for return-to-sport.
- Taping, bracing, and on-field injury prevention strategies.
- Post-surgical reconditioning and return-to-activity planning.
This summary is for informational purposes only and may not be accurate.
Lift Therapy
508 King street East, Toronto, ON, M5A1M1
Krista grew up in Ottawa, where she developed a keen interest in athletic therapy while watching football games. Her attention often gravitated towards the sidelines whenever players got injured. This fascination prompted her to pursue a career in Athletic Therapy, eventually leading her to relocate to Philadelphia to work in the sports industry full-time. Upon returning to Canada, Krista began working with the Canadian Wheelchair Basketball Team and discovered the significant benefits of manual therapy, especially when paired with a structured exercise regimen. Motivated by this realization, she decided to further her education and become a Registered Massage Therapist. Krista believes that integrating massage therapy with her background in athletic therapy enables her to assist her patients in returning to their desired activities. Currently, Krista divides her time between working at the clinic and doing freelance work with various professional beach volleyball players. During her free time, she enjoys leisurely walks in the neighbourhood with her dog, Gozo, or participating in competitive dragon boat races as a member of one of Toronto’s teams. Professional Accolades: -Multiple international wheelchair basketball events -The 2019 ParaPanAm games in Lima, Peru. -Team Canada Beach Volleyball for the Beach Pro Tour Elite 16 events in Gstaad Switzerland, Montreal and the Beach Pro Tour Challenge event in Xiamen, China Educational Background: -BA Honours Kinesiology from Western -B.Sc Exercise Science - Athletic Therapy from Concordia University -M.Ed in Athletic Training from Temple University -RMT Diploma -Musculoskeletal Acupuncture through Acupuncture Canada -Hypermobility Course (in progress)
Massage Therapy
Massage therapy treatments offer a holistic approach to wellness. Massage therapy treatments can target specific areas of discomfort or be tailored to address broader wellness goals. Whether seeking relief from chronic pain, recovering from an injury, or simply looking to unwind and de-stress, massage therapy treatments can help. Additionally, massage therapy can complement other health care modalities, promoting overall physical and mental well-being.