Our Clinic & Team

Shaheeza Haji graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Alberta in 2009, followed by a Master of Physiotherapy from the University of Western Ontario in 2011. Being a staunch believer in “exercise is medicine” she attained her Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist status though the National Strength and Conditioning Association in 2013.  Shaheeza holds privileges to order diagnostic imaging.

At the end of that same year, Shaheeza was involved in a major life-altering electrocution incident whereby she sustained a number of injuries which required surgery and years of rehabilitation. One of these injuries was a traumatic brain injury; it is thought that the electrical current exploded within the confined space of her skull, which for lack of better terminology was coined by her medical team as an “electrical concussion.”

As concussions were largely treated with rest and the avoidance of stimuli at that time, Shaheeza spent 8 months bed-ridden. Frustrated with no relief from her concussion symptoms, she began to immerse herself in the very new and growing world of concussion research, desperately trying to self-implement anything she came across. As she began to notice improvements in her symptoms, she became immensely passionate about concussions, feeling the need to use her own pain, injury and learnings to help others rehabilitate from their unique brain injuries. This lead to her becoming certified in the treatment and management of Concussions in 2018. Also in 2018, Shaheeza began instructing at CDI college, heading up the Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant Diploma Program.

Today, Shaheeza combines her love of teaching, her passion of concussion research, and the empathy & experience from her own injury to help those with acute and chronic concussions. Shaheeza also has a drive for entrepreneurship, being the CEO of Running Shoe Inc., directing both Running Shoe Restorative Healthcare and the Calgary Concussion Centre.

When not at the clinic, Shaheeza is happiest on a mountain or a body of water. When unable to be there, she can be found on a longboard, shooting hoops, or attempting to golf. She is an avid basketball fan (Go Bulls go!) non-fiction reader, and a lover of travel.

Emmanuel completed his Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy from Bangalore, India and his MSc. in Physiotherapy from Sheffield, U.K. He has previous work experience as a Physiotherapist in various hospitals in India and also worked with an N.G.O in Mauritius. He has been in Calgary since 2016, where he strives to continue building and expanding his clinical knowledge and expertise in the field of Physiotherapy.

He is is well versed with techniques such as Maitland’s Manual therapy, P.N.F, M.E.T and Kinesiotaping. He helps his patients to achieve their physical health goals by incorporating evidence-based physiotherapy approaches, education, home exercise programs and self-management strategies. He has great interest in treating MVA’s, acute/chronic injuries, muscle/joint/ligament injuries and post-surgical cases.

Emmaneul is highly committed and dedicated to delivering excellence in physical rehabilitation and recovery, and always strives to provide insightful guidance and support to optimize patients’ overall health and wellness. In his free time, Emmanuel is enthusiastic about listening to music, watching/playing soccer and cricket. He also likes spending time with family and friends while hiking, camping and biking.

Richard has been in the healthcare industry for more than 15 years. He obtained his Bachelor of Science as a Biomedical Scientist in the Philippines in 2004. While there, he worked both in a laboratory setting and as a product manager for one of the biggest international providers of in vitro diagnostic products.

Several years later, Richard migrated to Alberta with his family. It was here that he started training as a pedorthist, completing and receiving his Pedorthic certification from the American Board for Certifications in Atlanta, Georgia and the Pedorthic Footcare Association in Canada. His mission is to help individuals improve their quality of life by providing expertise in the field of Pedorthics at the highest possible standard.

Being in practice for over 4 yrs, he is also the founder and owner of R3 Orthotics where all of Running Shoe Restorative Healthcare’s clients’ orthotics are carefully custom fabricated.

Lorenzo was born and raised in Calgary, Alberta. His passion for Physical Rehabilitation began in highschool, finding his groove in his school’s Sports Medicine Program.

He attended CDI College, where he started his journey in the realm of Physiotherapy and body sciences. Prior to this, he held roles as a Health Care Aide in Long Term Care / Assisted-Living facilities.

Lorenzo has achieved a Diploma as a Rehabilitation Therapist Assistant, alongside certificates in Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) and Health Care Aide / Nursing Assistant (HCA).

Lorenzo is able to put himself in the shoes of his patients, tries his best to be a pillar of the healthcare team, and strives to include treatment options that are not only effective but held to the highest of standards.

Lorenzo has a personal favorite tool in the clinic: Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy! Come on in to learn all about this effective tool, as Lorenzo loves to explain the physiological changes that occur through the implementation of shockwaves to a tissue.

Outside of work Lorenzo enjoys camping, hiking with friends, road trips and recreational target shooting.

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Sangmuk (Also known as Sang) was born in South Korea and grew up in the east coast, PEI and Nova Scotia. Sang graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology in 2016 and a Master of Science in Physiotherapy at Dalhousie University in 2019 where he also played varsity soccer for 5 years. He started his physiotherapy career in Nova Scotia in private practice with a clinical focus in treating sport injuries, rehabilitation for return-to-work/sport, motor vehicle accident and post-operation in orthopaedics.

His treatment involves provision of appropriate therapeutic exercises upon analysis, manual therapy to help joint functions, and soft tissue techniques to relieve pain. He has a caring personality and is determined to provide the best care for his clients to meet their needs and goals.

He is also a certified Level 2 SHIFT Concussion care provider.

Outside his work, he is involved in officiating soccer with Canada Soccer occasionally working in professional matches. He also enjoys cooking, playing tennis, backpacking, cross-country skiing, and trail running. He always looks for new trails to try and he would love your suggestions if you have any!

Samuel graduated with honors from Vicars School of Massage Therapy in 2022. Initially choosing massage therapy as a change of pace from his previous endeavors, Samuel has discovered a new and deepening interest in the human body and all of its amazing systems and complexities. He takes a holistic approach to treatment and considers not just an individual’s physical condition, but also their overall health, including lifestyle, mental and emotional wellbeing, and previous life experiences or traumas. Samuel predominantly works with clients who have chronic pain or mobility issues, many of whom have been in car accidents.

What should you expect from a massage treatment with Samuel? His treatment process includes a detailed intake which focuses on and beyond your main complaint(s) to learn about your history, goals for treatment, and massage preferences (including music!). No two treatments are the same, and Samuel will meet you where you are at on the day you come in for your massage. He prefers a collaborative approach and readily welcomes feedback so he can offer you a more personalized massage experience. As he frequently tells his clients, you are in the driver’s seat! Following the treatment, Samuel will work with you to develop a feasible plan of care, as well as provide you with relevant homecare and health management strategies.

As a lifelong learner, Samuel enjoys doing research and takes regular massage-related courses in an effort to build a well-informed, evidence-based practice – feel free to ask him about his latest areas of research! His passion is teaching and he hopes to one day instruct other aspiring massage therapists. Outside of massage, Samuel stays active with hiking, biking, and bouldering. He is obsessed with specialty coffee and can talk endlessly about this subject!

Tunde graduated as a Physiotherapist over a decade ago in Nigeria. He has worked in different specialities in both hospital and outpatient clinics. Tunde has experience treating a wide range of simple and complex musculoskeletal conditions, and he loves working with both adults and children. Additionally, he has an interest in skillset in treating TMJ disorders.

Tunde believes in a combination of hands-on treatment and evidence-based therapeutic exercises. He uses a variety of treatment options including joint mobilisation, soft tissue techniques, exercises, taping, dry needling. He provides a holistic approach, finding and treating the main cause of the injury, rather than focusing on single symptoms.

Tunde is Committed to making his clients feel comfortable, respected, safe and confident in their treatment and being central in the curation of their treatment plans, so that they may be realistically adhered to.

Outside of the clinic, Tunde enjoys travelling, spending time with family and engaging in ongoing personal and professional development courses.

Bryce was born in Red Deer, Alberta, but has lived in Calgary for as long as he can remember. His passion for exercise medicine began when he first started working out and saw the benefit for himself and others.

He attended the University of Calgary where he earned a Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology. Prior to working as a Kinesiologist, Bryce worked in the oilfield as an Emergency Medical Responder (EMR).

Bryce enjoys participating alongside his clients in the exercise he prescribes and sharing in their recovery journey. He strives to apply the latest research in all his rehab programs to ensure the best possible recovery journey for his clients.

Outside of work, Bryce enjoys classical literature, history movies, and hiking. He especially enjoys medieval history and likes to compete in medieval armoured combat.

Dr. Meghan Trebilco graduated from Mount Royal University with a Bachelors of Health and Physical Education in 2018, then moved to Portland, Oregon where she attended University of Western States. It was there she obtained a Bachelors of Science in Human Biology, along with her Doctor of Chiropractic degree, graduating magna cum laude.

Dr. Trebilco has a background competing in powerlifting, olympic weightlifting, and bodybuilding, all which encouraged her to pursue a career in Chiropractic, as she found that to be an effective treatment approach while dealing with her own injuries. She enjoys implementing strength rehab work into patient visits, along with soft tissue work and adjustments when needed. She believes in a well-rounded approach to chiropractic care, addressing the root cause of musculoskeletal issues to help enhance joint mobility and function, along with educating patients on how to understand and manage their pain.

When not in the clinic, Dr. Trebilco enjoys going for runs outside, trying out new forms of exercise- her new favourite being pilates, and spending quality time with her.