Thrive Physiotherapy & Wellness

Manali Shanbhag, Physiotherapist, BPTh, DPT,

Founder/Owner

Manali holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree from Loma Linda University, California, USA. With 10+ years of clinical experience, garnered from working in India, USA and Canada, Manali has successfully treated a diverse range of patients.

She is known for her exceptional skills in manual therapy, and is pursuing specialized training in pelvic floor physiotherapy. Manali is known for her compassionate and non-judgmental approach, creating a safe and supportive environment for individuals to address their pelvic health concerns. She incorporates a combination of evidence-based techniques, including manual therapy, exercises, biofeedback, and lifestyle modifications to address the root causes of pelvic floor dysfunction.

Whether you're someone recovering from an injury or surgery, managing a chronic condition or an individual struggling with pelvic health issues, she is committed to helping you achieve your health goals.

Manali holds a Doctor of Physical therapy from Loma Linda University, California, USA. With 10+ years of clinical experience, garnered from working in India, USA and Canada, Manali has successfully treated a diverse range of patients.

She is known for her exceptional skills in manual therapy, and is pursuing specialized training in pelvic floor physiotherapy. Manali is known for her compassionate and non-judgmental approach, creating a safe and supportive environment for individuals to address their pelvic health concerns. She incorporates a combination of evidence-based techniques, including manual therapy, exercises, biofeedback, and lifestyle modifications to address the root causes of pelvic floor dysfunction.

Whether you're someone recovering from an injury or surgery, managing a chronic condition or an individual struggling with pelvic health issues, she is committed to helping you achieve your health goals.

Roberta Pickford.

Office/Therapist Assistant

Hello, my name is Roberta Pickford.
As the Office/Therapist Assistant, I will be the first cheerful voice and welcoming smile you encounter at Thrive Physiotherapy and Wellness. I achieved my Physical Therapist Assistant diploma from Medicine Hat College, and I have over 20 years of experience providing Physical Therapy Assistant services to improve the daily lives and drive quality outcomes for my clients.

Hello, my name is Roberta Pickford. As the Office/Therapist Assistant, I will be the first cheerful voice and welcoming smile you encounter at Thrive Physiotherapy and Wellness. I achieved my Physical Therapist Assistant diploma from Medicine Hat College, and I have over 20 years of experience providing Physical Therapy Assistant services to improve the daily lives and drive quality outcomes for my clients.

Nadia Deenen.

Certified Pelvic Health Therapist

Hello, my name is Nadia Deenen.
With a wealth of experience and passion Nadia is poised to make a significant impact on our mission to empower our clients to live their healthiest, most vibrant lives. Over the course of Nadia's career, she has specialized in pelvic health services, committing 25 years to addressing the unique needs of females, males, and children in Medicine Hat. As a Certified Pelvic Health Therapist, she possesses expertise in managing conditions such as incontinence (bladder and bowel issues), pregnancy-related pelvic pain, constipation, and post-cancer pelvic health conditions. Furthermore, Nadia is a Certified Lymphedema Therapist, well-versed in providing therapeutic interventions after surgeries such as mastectomy, axillary dissection, and node removal. Her proficiency extends to addressing lymphedema in cancer cases, including invasive breast carcinomas. She is skilled in both manual and mechanical lymph drainage techniques.

With a wealth of experience and passion Nadia is poised to make a significant impact on our mission to empower our clients to live their healthiest, most vibrant lives. Over the course of Nadia's career, she has specialized in pelvic health services, committing 25 years to addressing the unique needs of females, males, and children in Medicine Hat. As a Certified Pelvic Health Therapist, she possesses expertise in managing conditions such as incontinence (bladder and bowel issues), pregnancy-related pelvic pain, constipation, and post-cancer pelvic health conditions. Furthermore, Nadia is a Certified Lymphedema Therapist, well-versed in providing therapeutic interventions after surgeries such as mastectomy, axillary dissection, and node removal. Her proficiency extends to addressing lymphedema in cancer cases, including invasive breast carcinomas. She is skilled in both manual and mechanical lymph-drainage techniques.