Live Well Physiotherapy is a social enterprise run by experienced rehab professionals who prioritize evidence-based, best practice rehab, professional growth, and lifelong learning. In addition to our personalized rehab services, we also regularly offer low-cost group programming designed to make evidence-based rehab available to people facing financial challenges.
OUR CLINICIANS
Owner & Physiotherapist
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Jesse Robson, PT
Jesse loves a challenge, and particularly enjoys helping clients in difficult & complex situations. She has special interests and more than a decade of experience in chronic pain management, personalized fitness programming, pelvic floor, prenatal and postpartum physiotherapy, active aging, geriatrics, and neurological rehabilitation.
After hours, Jesse enjoys singing, tennis, surfing, cooking, and chasing her toddlers around Lunenburg County.
Qualifications:
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Master's of Science, Physiotherapy, Dalhousie University (Helen Saarinen Rahikka National Student Leadership Award, Canadian Physiotherapy Association Seniors' Health Division National Student Award, Dalhousie Physiotherapy Award for Highest Achievement in Neurotherapeutics, Doctors NS Strive Award for Happily Ever Active)
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Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience, McGill University (National Loran Scholar)
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Internationally recognized Modern Management of Older Adults & Pelvic Health certifications (Institute for Clinical Excellence)
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Institute for Clinical Excellence Certified Specialist (Older Adult): in progress, expected completion date November 2024
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Certified Seniors' Fitness Instructor (previously a master trainer)
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Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist (training in incontinence, pelvic & genital pain, sexual function, pregnancy & postpartum rehab, ano-rectal dysfunction)
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STOTT Pilates Instructor
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Tai Chi for Health Instructor
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Nordic Pole Walking Instructor
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Postgraduate training in vestibular rehabilitation, concussion management, cancer rehabilitation, management of complex pain, grief-informed care
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Completed a year-long mentorship program in chronic pain management (Canadian Physiotherapy Association's Pain Science Division)
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Advanced Medical First Responder (EHS)
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Past Chair, Women's Health Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association
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Past Founder & Director, Happily Ever Active Association (a non-profit organization offering seniors' fitness & recreation activities in Halifax); winner of the prestigious Doctors NS Strive Award
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Recently designated a Community Champion by the Municipality of the District of Lunenburg County & the South Shore Women & Girls Leadership Network
Jesse offers appointments at the Age Well Clinic at 902 Therapy (446 York Street, Bridgewater; click here to book), and mobile and virtual appointments.
Occupational Therapist
Natalie Lussin, OT
Natalie has a Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy from Queens University, and an Undergraduate degree in Kinesiology. She has been registered with the College of Occupational Therapists of Nova Scotia since 2018 when she relocated to the beautiful South Shore. She also maintains memberships with the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists as well as the Nova Scotia Society of Occupational Therapists.
As an OT, she works to promote function in everyday life. She has experience working with people across the lifespan. As a previous Falls Prevention Coordinator, Natalie has a particular interest in helping people enjoy living safely in their own homes, she also focuses on the following:
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home accessibility assessments & safety equipment prescription
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mobility aid prescription (including wheelchairs)
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chronic pain & concussion management
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ergonomics
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mental health
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cognitive training
Outside of work, Natalie enjoys spending time with her family including her son and twin toddlers. You’ll see her at the beach with the double stroller!
Natalie offers mobile & virtual appointments only. If you prefer to be seen in a clinic, you can visit her at Compassionate Connections or Firefly Physio in Lunenburg.
Registered Dietitian
Alana Barry, RD
Alana is Registered Dietitian & Certified Diabetes Educator who is passionate about building healthy, sustainable relationships with food to help maintain long term success. She works with a variety of clients to help them work towards their goals to improve their health and has a particular interest in sport and fitness nutrition, women’s health, weight management and improving food + body relationships. Alana provides dietary support to help with:
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Malnutrition prevention & intervention
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Surgical prehab & rehab
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Maintenance of healthy muscle mass
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Blood sugar management and diabetes education
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Stroke & cardiac event prevention
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Skin integrity & wound healing
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Chronic pain management
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Weight management
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Fall prevention
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Cooking tips for 1 or 2 people in the home
Alana offers appointments at the Age Well Clinic (446 York St., Bridgewater - click here to book) and virtually - mobile appointments are not available at this point.