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Pain management

 

Chronic pain and recent injuries can be very draining. My goal is to relieve your pain through manual therapy, help with home care exercises and provide suggestions for workplace and lifestyle adjustments to prevent further injury. I want to get to the root of the cause rather than just treat the symptoms.

The modalities I use are Myofascial Release, Deep Tissue Massage, Trigger Point Release, Joint Mobilizations, Muscle Energy Techniques, Kinesiology Taping, Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine Cupping Therapy.

Conditions I offer treatments for

  • Back pain

  • Plantar fasciitis

  • Sciatic pain

  • Neck pain

  • TMJ dysfunction

  • Frozen shoulder

  • Headaches

  • Tennis/Golfer’s elbow

  • Shoulder pain

  • Motor Vehicle Accident injuries

  • Sport injuries

 
 

As a Registered Massage Therapist and Registered Acupuncturist I hold memberships in good standing with the Massage Therapy Association of Nova Scotia (MTANS) and the Maritime Association of Registered Acupuncturists (MARA).

 

About me

Hi, I’m Roman and for the last 18 years I have helped clients with various acute and chronic pain conditions. I opened my clinic here in Cheticamp in 2007 and it has been really amazing to become part of this wonderful community.

I am currently enrolled in a 4 year part-time program to become an Osteopath through the College of Osteopathic Studies in Halifax and will be finished with my studies in 2026.

Helping people experience more health through a multi-disciplinary approach is important to me I and often refer clients to Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, their Medical Doctor or other health care professionals when I think it can be beneficial.

Playing sports has always been a passion of mine. I have had several injuries that have prevented me from being active, so I know how difficult it is when you cannot enjoy the activities you love and I want to get you back on track as soon as possible.

In my spare time I enjoy playing soccer, badminton, cross country skiing, working out, surfing and photography. My partner Cecilia and I are avid hikers and we enjoy gardening and healthy eating.

I am committed to continuing my education and I truly hope I can help you on your way back to moving freely and living a better life.


Education

Canadian College of Massage & Hydrotherapy

Diploma in Massage Therapy (2002-2004)


College of Acupuncture & Therapeutics

Diploma in Acupuncture (2009-2010)


Recent Continuing Education

Osteopathy (Year 2) - College of Osteopathic Studies Halifax - CEO (2023-2024)

Osteopathy (Year 1) - College of Osteopathic Studies Halifax - CEO (2022-2023)

Treatment of Low back and Hip - Whitfield Reaves (2024)

First Aid/CPR (2023)

Myofascial Techniques - Anatomy Trains, Thomas Myers (2022)

TMJ Dysfunction - Stuart Hinds (2022)

Muscle Energy Techniques - Stuart Hinds (2022)

Acupuncture in Sports Medicine - Whitfield Reaves (2021)

Systematic Acupuncture for Back Pain - Daun Jeong (2021)

Qi-Gong - Peter Deadman (2021)

Craniosacral Therapy Alliance - BE1, BE2, BE3 (2018-2019)