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What makes us different?

The ability to see the same physiotherapist throughout your treatment

15
years experience with injury treatment of neurological and head injury management
25
years orthopaedic experience

MEET THE TEAM

Kevin Van Reenen

PT, Ba.(Soc), B.Sc.(PT)
Registered Physiotherapist

Kevin has worked as a Registered Physiotherapist since 2002. Kevin has taken many postgraduate physiotherapy courses in the areas of back, neck, and shoulder treatment and orthopaedic care, as well as additional courses on myofascial release techniques to help with management of both Orthopaedic and sports injuries. Kevin has worked within the Lambton County Area School Boards for 9 years, as a physiotherapist for children with many different physical needs. Through his experience he has worked with children of all ages (both elementary and secondary) and has become proficient in assessing and establishing home exercise programs in this population. Kevin also has special interests in the areas of Multiple Sclerosis rehabilitation. Kevin is an active coach in Sarnia’s Lakers Basketball program and enjoys playing volleyball both indoors and outdoors.

Jeff Hansen

BHSc, RMT
Registered Massage Therapist

Jeff joined Body Balance in December of 2022. He has extensive experience working as an RMT for the past 23 years. He is currently a professor in the massage therapy program at Fanshawe College. His experience, work history and accomplishments are a valuable addition to our team at Body Balance.

Helene Ungar

PT, B.Sc.(PT)
Registered Physiotherapist

Helene has worked as a Registered Physiotherapist since 1995. Helene has completed all level courses of advanced orthopaedic care through the Orthopaedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association. In addition, she completed all levels of the Mckenzie Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy program and successfully challenged all the exams to be credentialed in this method of treatment. She has also completed post-graduate courses and conferences to advance her skills in concussion management and vestibular rehabilitation to treat conditions such as dizziness and vertigo. Helene has special interests in treating neurological conditions.

Stephanie Gava

HB.Sc.(HK), RMT
Registered Massage Therapist and Exercise Therapist

Stephanie graduated from the University of Guelph, majoring in Human Kinetics in 2020 and from Lambton College’s Massage Therapy Program in 2023. She joined our team in 2021 as an Exercise Therapist focusing on strength and conditioning programs to provide a safe return to work or daily activities. She builds from her experience of competing with Guelph’s Varsity Women’s Hockey team and winning two Ontario Championships and a National Championship title. Steph continues her passion of treating injuries and proper recovery as a Registered Massage Therapist. Her background in Kinesiology and a certificate course in Cupping will enhance treatments. You may also see her at the front desk from time to time helping out Haley.

Larissa Randall

PT, HB.Sc.(HK), M.Sc(PT)
Registered Physiotherapist

Larissa has worked as a Registered Physiotherapist since 2017. Larissa has taken advanced certification courses in athletic taping and soft tissue release to enhance her treatment techniques for orthopaedic and sport related injuries. Larissa has completed levels one and two of advanced orthopaedic care through the  Orthopaedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association and plans to pursue further education in these areas. Larissa has special interests in treating orthopaedic conditions.

Haley Pretty

Office Administrator

Haley graduated Lambton College for the Office Administration Program-Accounting. Since this time, Haley has gained 25+ years of customer service experience. Haley has been working with Body Balance Health & Physiotherapy Inc. now for over nine years.