Young Kempt Physiotherapy and Massage Therapy Clinic

11/07/2025

11/03/2025

Meet Lisa McNeil, RMT!

We’re so excited to officially welcome Lisa McNeil to the Young Kempt Physiotherapy team! 💙

Lisa is well known in the CrossFit community as a skilled athlete, coach and the head Massage Therapist for Ironstone Strength and conditioning for the past 10 years.

Lisa is a highly skilled Registered Massage Therapist with specialty certifications in sports massage, cupping, and Graston techniques. She brings years of experience working with athletes and active individuals and will continue to see patients at our Ironstone Strength & Conditioning satellite clinic.

With the integration of Ironstone’s health services through YKP, Lisa’s patients can now book appointments directly through Young Kempt Physiotherapy.

Lisa has a strong athletic background in track and field, volleyball, equestrian sports, and and rugby, Her passion for movement and performance shines through in her focused, functional treatments designed to help you recover faster and move better.

In her spare time she is a full time Firefighter with the Halifax Regional Fire and Emergency and Mom to her 2 pups Taco and Chilli.

Book your appointment today by calling the clinic or visiting our website!

Please join us in giving Lisa a warm YKP welcome! 💪

Ironstone Strength & Conditioning

10/24/2025

Did you know the Canadian Physiotherapy Code of Conduct preserves your right to choose which clinic you want to go to — no matter who is paying?

That means people involved in car accidents, WCB (work-related injuries), legal cases, and sports teams or organizations are all currently free to decide where they receive treatment — without worry of any negative impact to their case or situation.

Some insurance companies or employers may provide a list of “preferred providers,” but this is only a suggestion — you are never required to attend a specific clinic. Your claim, benefits, or case will not be affected by choosing a physiotherapist you trust.

Because physiotherapy is a regulated medical profession, your rights as a patient are protected under the Canada Health Act and by the Canadian Physiotherapy Association, which promote ethical and patient-centred care for all Canadians.

Your recovery, your choice.

Learn more at physiotherapy.ca

Learn more about physiotherapy in NS at physiotherapyns.ca

Learn more about the Canada Health Act https://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/acts/C-6/

Nova Scotia Physiotherapy Association
Canadian Physiotherapy Association/Association canadienne de physiothérapie
Young Kempt Physiotherapy and Massage Therapy Clinic

10/14/2025

🚫 𝐌𝐘𝐓𝐇: "𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐦𝐲 𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐞."
✅ 𝐅𝐀𝐂𝐓: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐞𝐱𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐧, 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐣𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡!

🚫 𝐌𝐘𝐓𝐇: Movement wears down your joints
✅ 𝐅𝐀𝐂𝐓: Controlled exercise strengthens the muscles around your joints, improves range of motion, joint stability and reduces pain.

🚫 𝐌𝐘𝐓𝐇: Rest is better for arthritis
✅ 𝐅𝐀𝐂𝐓: Too much rest can lead to stiffness, weakness, and more pain.

🚫 𝐌𝐘𝐓𝐇: You have to live with continued pain
✅ 𝐅𝐀𝐂𝐓: A personalized exercise plan, guided by a physiotherapist can improve strength, decrease pain and improve your quality of life!

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐦𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩𝐬 𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐬, 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐞.

Your joints were made to move — let’s help them move better!

Ready to start moving safely? Join our GLA:D program starting the week of October 27th

📍Beaverbank Orthopaedic and Sport Physiotherapy | 📞 902-865-2865 |

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1) Graphic with the heading “MYTH” in bold yellow letters. Text reads: “Exercising will make my arthritis worse.” Includes a blue and yellow “SWIPE” button. Contact info: and 902-865-2865. Background shows a person seated, holding their knee.
2) Informational graphic with the heading “FACT” in bold yellow letters. Text states: Exercise, when done appropriately, can help reduce arthritis pain and improve joint function. Includes a “Did You Know?” icon with a lightbulb
3) Educational graphic with the heading “HOW?” in bold yellow letters. Text explains that physiotherapists can help reduce arthritis pain, improve joint mobility, and restore function through personalized exercises, manual therapy, bracing, and education for long-term self-management.
4) Promotional graphic for GLA:D Canada, an evidence-based exercise program for hip and knee osteoarthritis. Text explains benefits: manage symptoms, improve mobility, and reduce pain. Additional text highlights: Group classes, all ages & abilities, safe & welcoming environment, call to register.

10/06/2025

Our next GLA:D Program starts in just 3 weeks! If you are living with hip or knee osteoarthritis (OA), now is the time to take action.

This evidence-based program has been studied and tracked worldwide. Here are some of the interesting outcomes noted by researchers:
✔️ Reduced reported pain by 26%
✔️ Improved reported daily function by 30%
✔️ Boosted self-reported quality of life by 40%
✔️ Reduce reliance on medication

GLA:D is a fun, safe, and physiotherapist-led group exercise program tailored for all activity levels—individuals using walkers and canes to those highly active and those over 40.

Spots are limited, so reserve yours today! Contact us at info@beaverbankphysiotherapy.com or call the clinic to sign up.

10/02/2025

October is Occupational Therapy (OT) Month!

We’re proud to celebrate Occupational Therapists and the essential role they play in patient care. As allied health professionals, OTs and Physiotherapists share the same goal: helping patients live their best, most independent lives.

Together, we support recovery by:

✅ Restoring motor skills, strength, and function
✅ Promoting independence in daily activities
✅ Enhancing overall quality of life
✅ Equipping patients with tools and education for success

We’re proud to celebrate the OT community and recognize the important connection between PT and OT in helping our patients thrive!

09/22/2025

Maximize performance. Minimize injury.

Athletic therapy isn’t just for pros — it’s for anyone looking to recover, prevent injuries, or reach new performance goals.

Eric Richard, CAT(C), brings experience from working with sports like CrossFit, ultimate frisbee, football, hockey, and more. Through a mix of exercise, manual therapy, and data-driven tools like VALD ForceDecks, he helps you move better, build strength, and get back to what you love.

Book with Eric Richard, CAT(C) at YKP by booking online or by calling: 902-446-4303