Reviews of Advantage Sport Medicine Physiotherapy (Physiotherapist)

Rebecca Foley

Friendly and knowledgeable staff, make you feel at home and at ease. Completely recommend.

Scott Kohel

I have a history of lower back problems going back roughly 10 years. My lower back would seize up and I would be unable to walk properly, or do any type of lifting until it was resolved (which would take anywhere from 1 week to 4 months). Sometimes even walking or stepping incorrectly would set off my back injury. It was frustrating to say the least. I had no idea why this was happening or how to prevent it from happening again. I work In an environment where I need to be in very good physical condition to do my job well. The last time my back tightened up was about 7 months ago. I found Athlete's Advantage through Google and booked an appointment with Norm. Right from my first visit, Norm told me my lower back issues were because one of my glutes wasn't working properly. Over the course of the next 5 months Norm had me working on little exercises and helped me develop good mechanics to activate it during any exercise. I felt extremely comfortable with Norm and because background of working with high level athletes, I knew I was in great care. I then began seeing Andrew for more of a physio conditioning to develop good mechanics or all types of movements that I would have to do for my job which involves a lot of lifting. Andrew has a wealth of knowledge for physio and its easy to tell he is very passionate for what he does. Since seeing Norm and Andrew I can honestly say I have not felt better in the last 10 years. I have not had any back pain, soreness or tightness since seeing them. They were able to identify my specific problem and give me the proper exercises to help heal it. This physio clinic changed my life. I would recommend either Norm or Andrew to anyone with an injury.

Del's Jogs with Dogs

A friend recommended Advantage Sport Medicine Physio to me, and now I can see why! The staff are very professional in their approach, but also make you feel extremely relaxed and at ease, which really helped me with being a somewhat self-conscious and relatively shy person! During initial consultation right through to my final treatment, everything was explained very clearly in terms of the cause of my injury, and why I was being given certain strength and mobility exercises in my program that would help treat the problem. The program was tailored to me personally, and adjusted accordingly as my needs changed to ensure I gained maximum benefit from the exercises. It also helped that things were emailed through to me with the option of watching videos, or printing things out when I got home. I really can't fault the team at Advantage Sport Medicine Physio and they are now my first port of call when I run in to problems with my running (no pun intended). I completely trust the team and respect their professional opinion, and would have no hesitation in recommending them for physio treatment.

REY BECADA

Norm is really good and all the Staff. I find it very helpful and I would like to recommend Advantage Sport Medicine Physiotherapy to everyone.

T Ell

Fantastic results working with Norm. He searches for the root cause of your injury and provides enough support to help you fix it. Stick to the program and you will get results. Strongly recommend.

Tamara Rosnau

When I was referred to Advantage (south) I was barely able to walk and could not sit /stand without extreme pain. Having dealt with back pain / issues for close to 10 months and seeing doctors and receiving physio/athletic treatments elsewhere I was physically, mentally and emotionally exhausted and thought I was going to live in chronic pain forever. As a former athlete, being sidelined for so long was awful! My first visit started with Lisa at the front telling me I was in the right place and to hang in there. Each therapist, doctor and staff I have encountered since that first visit have been PHENOMENAL; they care so much about each one of their patients individual recovery and their communication and ability to work together helps reassure their patients that they are in good hands. I WAS in the right place and I am grateful for their expertise.. I am on the road to recovery and am so thrilled to be able to get back to my active lifestyle and enjoy so many things with my family that I had to be sidelined for prior to coming to Advantage.... THANK YOU!

Cindy Dallaire

Looking for a top notch physiotherapy clinic? Book now at Athletes' Advantage Physiotherapy. After my frustration with a Foot Dr. who only recommended orthotics for my Plantar Fasciitis and no other supports, I went to see Norm at Athletes' Advantage. From the very first appointment, I started getting some relief. I am happy to be back on my feet and able to be active again without the need of orthotics. My sessions with Norm were always professional with cutting edge medical attention. I appreciated my exercises on video, the user friendly online appointment booking, and the direct billing.

Nic Cheung

As everyone says, clean and awesome staff

Adam Richard

Norm and Andrew are extremely professional and competent physiotherapists. I appreciate the fact that they spend time assessing the injury and test the joint and muscles to ensure that their chosen treatments correspond with the injury. I recommend anyone visit them if they need help returning from injury.

Justin Linklater

The only reason I’m giving this one star is I received an MCL injury back in august and went to the hospital in Saint Albert and was given a referral for this physio clinic. I was told not to call them rather they would call me and help me set up treatment for my injury. Well here we are over half way through into September and I’ve yet to receive any type of contact from this clinic. I’m sure you’re great at what you do but that’s pretty unbelievable to me that I would just be brushed off to the side or forgotten about like I have been. All the best luck to your clinic.

Rob Morrison

Feel very fortunate to have Norm and his team taking care of our family. Personal attention and guidance with programs adapted and tailored to exactly what is needed. Norm is a professional who cares about the person beyond the injury.

Tracy Mastrangelo

We cannot say enough good about the team at Athletes' Advantage Physio. In June our daughter dislocated her kneecap, a huge injury for a young competitive soccer player. We were referred to Athletes's Advantage and started working with Teri and Norm right away. Their attention, care, understanding and willingness to answer our many questions has been next level. We are now at the next stage and Teri has been incredible! Already we are seeing the benefits of the individualized treatment plan she has developed. Her dedication and knowledge of the physical, mental and emotional needs of an athlete have kept us all focused and committed. Thank you Teri! We are happy to have you on our team and excited to see the end result. To be continued.... Tracy and Dean Mastrangelo

Holly Jones

After running with knee pain on and off for over a year thinking it was my shoes or other factors, a friend referred me to Norm at Athletes' Advantage. He pinpointed my "knee problem" in my hip and got me started on a program of stretches & strengthening exercises, and my running knee pain was reduced very quickly and gone within weeks. I feel like Norm was able to pinpoint the root of my problem quickly and effectively, and has done a great job of ongoing care around helping me to continue running with a much lower risk of pain and injury. Would refer him to anyone!

Rachelle Viray

If you are looking for a 15 minute physio treatment then this is not the place for you. If you are looking for expert, individualized care by knowledgeable professionals who are genuinely concerned about helping you to feel better, perform better, and function better, regardless of your goals, then Athletes' Advantage is the place for you. I have been seeing Norm for three years now, and he has been nothing short of exceptional. He spends time not only in assessment and treatment, but also in providing me with rehab exercises and exercise modifications so that I can continue doing what I love to do! I cannot recommend Athletes' Advantage enough!!

Kathy Alves

I have been to may physiotherapists in my lifetime, but this was a different experience. Rather than spending 10 minutes with a therapist and then being transferred to a machine, Norm spends the full hour assessing and treating my issues. He is up to date on the latest research and knows his stuff when it comes to sports injuries. The staff are also very warm, friendly and helpful. A great experience.

Ross Ehalt

As someone who believes in evidence based practice I appreciate that the treatment I receive is based on the most current literature and evidence available. I also like that my treatment plan is comprehensive and function based. I suspect my path to full mobility will be slow but I feel confidence that the team at AA will support me throughout the process.

Stephen C

Norm and the team at Athlete's Advantage are among the best. I started seeing Norm in 2016 while training for my first Ultra Marathon, Norm is extremely skilled in the field of physiotherapy and was able to work with me to ensure my body was able to carry me through the mountains and over the finish line. I continue to see Norm and see positive results of treatment. The office has a warm and welcoming atmosphere and Norm makes you feel comfortable even when the treatment is not so comfortable (Graston/IMS). I have complete trust in his skills and would recommend Norm and his team to any athletes seeking physiotherapy to help them through their training.

Matt Hansen

Staff are extremely knowledgeable and provide state of the art treatment to get you back on your feet as quickly as possible.

Big Country Landscaping Ltd

Could hardly walk in with a sore back and walked out with the pain gone from a 8 to a 3, and was able to sleep at night. Still a on going process but Norm and the staff are great, and make it enjoyable rather then a dreaded appointment.

Dérick Blanchard

Norm is a really personable guy and knows his stuff!

Lauren K

At the time when I first visited Advantage, I was almost a year Post Concussion, and still not close to feeling OK. I had seen a couple other physios to no benefit. Norm took the time to really get to the root, and tailor a program that really worked for me. I can't say how much I enjoyed the return to normalcy, and am really looking forward to playing my sport again. The whole office staff were so great, helpful, and really nice. I can't recommend them enough, from easy scheduling, smart staff, and most importantly, the expertise. I was very frustrated with a lot of doctors and health professionals before I started here. (I know, cliche... but its beyond true!).

Peter H

Had back pains for years and could not figure out the problem. Reach a point of frustration before going to Advantage Sport Medicine. Norm was able to pinpoint the exact problem right away on first visit. Following his treatment and seen result immediately. Now have confidence the pain will go away for good.

Jeff Zimmer

Andrew was so friendly and knowledgeable. He took the time to understand my injury and come up with a recovery plan. I would definitely recommend these guys to anyone as they spend the entire appointment with you.

Chelsea Weiman

I was in a car accident about two years ago and have been to multiple physiotherapists, massage therapists, doctors, specialist, etc. I really felt at the 16 month mark my progress was stalled, and that I would never get better and back to my activities. I then switched to Athlete's Advantage. Norm and Andrew are personable, but also know their stuff. I was provided with detailed, easy to follow exercise programs that they were able to e-mail me. The reception staff was also very friendly and knowledgeable. Norm and Andrew are not just physios; they are also trained in a number of other modalities such as needling and manipulation. You cannot get these services at just any physio clinic. As a result of coming here, I have recovered post car accident and post ankle surgery. I could not have done this without this clinic!

Wayne Hawkes

Austin Holt is the best physiotherapist that I have ever worked with. He designed my shoulder healing program that has brought immediate and lasting results. I am also impressed that he took the time to explain what we were trying to accomplish with each of my exercises.

Jordy Greenbank

Super clean and professional facility with friendly and knowledgeable staff. I tried the recovery boots for my legs for the first time and I was very happy with the results, never felt better. Highly recommended to anyone with soreness or in prep for sports!! I will definitely be coming back for future therapy when I need it. 5 stars

Foster Bartel

from the first appointment to the last I received excellent care and always found the environment to be very positive as well as clean. As a trail runner, I had an issue with my knee during training and was treated quickly through a targeted exercise program and didn't miss one race of my season. Thanks Norm!

eric bellemare

Best place ever Excellent service Will miss them

Warren Garda

My daughter in grade 10 got a partial achillies tear. Norm helped her out a ton!! I was very impressed with the 1on 1 interaction, being with her from start to finish making sure the exercises were done exactly right. I have been to other physios in the past and there is no comparison!

Scott Savard

Norm and Andrew are very knowledgeable. Both have worked their magic on me and have provided information to help heal and quickly recover from my injuries. Highly recommend coming to this clinic!

Andrea Luckhurst

I was referred to this clinic for a nagging hip injury and would absolutely recommend them to anyone. They are very dedicated in helping you to heal and provided preventative exercises which kept my injury from returning. While I am happy that I got better, I actually miss going there!

Kim Sharpe

Very thankful to Athletes Advantage and Norm for helping my daughter get back on track after dislocating her knee. Her one on one sessions were tailored just for her needs with exercises to work on at home in between sessions. All of the staff we met were extremely friendly, professional, and knowledgeable. The facility is new and clean. I highly recommend Athletes Advantage for any age.

Susan H

My brother highly recommended Norm for so long but I avoided making the appointment until today. I am feeling much better. After a few experiences with doctors and migraines. I never thought going to a physiotherapist would help me so much. He was able to show me the areas that may be causing my migraine. Immediately after a session of IMS I was able to function and not feel nauseous. This is way better then taking prescriptions or allowing migraines to control my daily activities.

Amy Speed-Andrews

I initially started coming to see Norm for physiotherapy following surgery to remove a benign tumour in my thigh. I was immediately impressed by his knowledge and his understanding and application of functional movement, but mostly I was impressed because he has never told me what I should not or could not do. As a competitive CrossFitter and Olympic Weightlifter, prior experiences with physiotherapists were frustrating as they would tell me to avoid or stay away from certain exercises or movements rather than figure out why I was getting injured and what I was doing wrong. Norm will spend time with his clients in the gym observing and recording movements and mechanics and then takes the time to explain both verbally and with video analysis, where movements break down, what is weak, and/or compromised and then provides his clients with a strategy to take away to prevent it from happening again. Norm does not just treat symptoms; he will try to get to the root of the problem. Norm is very invested in his clients. He takes the time to keep up to date with the latest research, discuss concerns, answer questions, and takes an active interest in what his clients do. He will always try to make time for me in his schedule and has advocated for me when he has felt that I would benefit from a specialist referral. I in turn, have referred Norm to many friends and they have been equally impressed with his practical approach to injury prevention and performance enhancement.

Barry Mathiassen

I saw Norm Denault about my sciatica. I had no idea what to expect, but Norm listened to my concerns and asked what my long term expectations were. After the assessment, he gave me stretches that immediately helped relieve pain and then, with exercise, build strength to avoid further injury. My pain is now completely gone and I feel more fit and confident to get back to the activities I enjoy. I would recommend Norm to anyone experiencing sciatic nerve pain.

Michael Thompson

I have been to this Physiotherapy office for numerous sports related injuries and they have resolved all of my issues without any issues. They are extremely professional and knowledgeable with an outstanding facility that has a gym connected which is an outstanding tool for learning the movements and applying the prescribed workouts. I have worked with Norm through all of my injuries who is extremely knowledgeable in all areas of sports injury as well as general fitness. He is a great person and has made my recovery in each situation very easy. Of all the Physiotherapy clinics I’ve been to this is for sure the best as they have such amazing staff and so many resources available to aid in recovery.

Alexin Black

This is Lori Thexton & I wanted to tell everyone that Andrew is amazing & so knowledgeable. I have made more progress with him in two visits than I made with all the other Physiotherapists in the last two years. Keep up the great work!!

Eleanore Gibson

I have had chronic achilles problems for years. I was going regularly to other physios and The Glen Sather Clinic and was not seeing any improvement or relief. After a very strong recommendation from my fitness instructor I switched to Norm at Athlete's Advantage. The facility is clean, the appointment time is 100% time one on one treatment which is very different from any other places I have gone to. Norm is very professional and very thorough and knowledgeable. I especially appreciated emails after my appointments with illustrated exercises to do along with very clear detailed instructions. On his recommendation I did shock wave therapy treatments which worked wonderfully for me. I was at the point of thinking I would never be able to walk normally without pain and I am happy and grateful to say after years I am walking normally and experience only a bit of discomfort after inactivity. The clinic has been a game changer for me.

Joseph Boland

Thanks to Norm and his staff, I was able to rehab an injury in time to compete in Malaga, Spain for the World Masters Track and Field Championships. The knowledge and care that is shown in this clinic is outstanding. Great atmosphere that makes you feel comfortable while on the road to recovery. Appreciate all the help Norm!

Kayla Hardy

I wanted someone who had experience with people who underwent hip surgery. I showed up and thought all the rehab exercises and stretches were great but my physiotherapist pushed it a little too far on the stretches after I received a durolane injection. I called a couple days later because I was experiencing pain in that hip after the stretches we underwent. My physio called me and said he would follow up in a couple days and never did. This was something that really bothered me. I trusted this person to get my mobility back an since I have not been the same.

Jamester

This place has helped me lots.

Beaudan Glanz

Austin is a fantastic physiotherapist and I can't recommend him enough. He's very knowledgeable and he keeps your recovery goals in mind. He helped me recover from a disk injury in my lower back and not only strengthened my back, but helped me develop a workout program that ultimately lead me to pass the physical test during my firefighting application.

jonathan woodworth

One on one physio treatment is what this place is about -- other places bounce between 3 or 4 patients at the same time. I got this referral from my chiropractor and haven't regretted my choice. I get dry-needling (medical acupuncture) for knotted muscles and it does the trick!

Anne Kenyon

Pain coupled with fear is a debilitating combo, not to mention the recipe for slow but predictable decline. Two visits in and I already feel my confidence returning, range greatly improved and pain almost completely gone. Would highly recommend Norm DeNault as an experienced, talented and compassionate physiotherapist!

Eric Tsafack

I was recommended this clinic by a teammate when I had an injury few weeks before travelling overseas. Norm helped me great deal and the cherry on top was the personalized experience of checking in frequently while I was gone to know how I was feeling. Norm is kind, attentive, caring, simply the best. Upon returning from overseas I saw Andrew for a different injury and the service was just as excellent. Thank you for everything

Josh Kelly

I went to see Andrew Thomas for an issue with my hip that had been ongoing for over a year. I had see 2 different physios, 2 different chiros, and a sports med doctor. He was the only one I've had that took that into account and looked for issues they hadn't checked on yet. He correctly identified the issue, and applied my treatment based on the fact that I like to lift heavy weight and will continue to do so. He is 100% the reason I'll be able to compete in powerlifting again, when I never thought I'd ever be able to.

Mike V

I turned to Athletes' Advantage on the recommendation of a friend of mine and man am I glad I went! Having gone to numerous other clinics in the city, I feel Athletes' Advantage provided the most comprehensive care by far. I underwent treatment with Norm who took the time to explain what he was doing, what exactly was wrong with my back/ribs and the measures he was taking to correct the problem. I would highly recommend this clinic!

David Otto

Norm is a great guy really knows his stuff is very friendly and cares all the staff are very friendly and willing to talk to you about anything

Fred Smith

This is a great clinic with a gym attached. This gives them the ability to show you the exercises you need to see real improvement. Where many clinics have their therapists moving from bed to bed during your booking that is not the case with AA. They spend the whole booking with you and give you quality personalized service.