Allan McGavin Sports Medicine Clinic Physiotherapy at Plaza of Nations

Highly recommend Daana Esfandiarpour!! I have a torn rotator cuff and her hands on movement of my shoulder has given me hope of a full recovery. She is very professional and knowledgable. One of the best Physiotherapists I have been to. The staff here are also very good. Very kind and welcoming. I strongly recommend this clinic! Hard to find good care, and so glad I came here. FIVE STARS FOR DAANA AND TEAM!

I have been seeing Alex since November 2022, after having had a knee meniscectomy. I have found Alex to be engaged, knowledgeable, and considerate of my specific needs. Having achieved significant recovery Alex is supportive and is now establishing therapies and exercises to ensure that I achieve my goals.

Alex Carrod has been truly exceptional. He is personable, professional and highly knowledgeable (he regularly attends seminars and training to keep current). He is thorough in his approach and has an acute understanding of one's needs when devising an appropriate treatment plan. And, most important, he is wholly effective at what he does.Before treatment, I had recurring back and knee pain that were increasingly limiting my functionality, e.g. I could not sit/stand 5-10+ minutes, drive any appreciable distances, safely negotiate stairs, or spend much time cooking. I had to rely on public transit to get around, race to get a seat on transit, and carry a portable chair with me. I required accommodation at work and had to frequently rest or adjust my position.Now, I can sit and stand for indefinite periods, drive for hours at a time, and pursue physical endeavours I thought were well behind me, all without fear of aggravating my back or knees. Very occasionally, I might strain my back (carrying heavier loads than I should) but recovery is quick, any pain momentary, and I no longer have to rely on pain relief medication. Recently, I even hiked rugged mountainous terrain. I had expected but did not feel any strain on my back or knees, either ascending or descending steep inclines – even after several hours!My opinion of Alex was greatly reinforced after a week of hiking and travelling through the Colorado Rockies. Thanks to Alex, I have not felt this fit, strong, and stable, nor as confident about my physical abilities in close to 20 to 25 years.Under Alex’s care, my overall sense of health and well-being has vastly improved. I can sincerely say that I wish that I had met Alex sooner, as I would have enjoyed a far greater quality of life.

Alex Carrod is an amazing physiotherapist. He is currently helping me with a sports related injury. Alex’s approach/style is thought out and detailed; showing me on a screen the muscles that are injured. (I personally like to be able to see that and understand what is happening and where the pain is coming from). He is an effective physio with his assessments and understanding what the problem is and what to do to help it from not happening again.I would recommend Alex to anyone who is searching for a physio.

I started working with Alex almost a year ago, after a ski injury was misdiagnosed for weeks and I had lost most of the mobility in my left shoulder. I was exhausted, discouraged, and in a lot of pain. Alex assessed my injury, started working with me immediately, and within that first visit I was already feeling more positive and more confident. Within 6 months, I was stronger than before my injury and more importantly, loving being back at the gym. Alex keeps me motivated and challenges me. He's super knowledgeable, thorough and professional. We even manage a few laughs at those 7am appointments. I would highly recommend him.

I've been going to see Alex Carrod for the past 6 months after I tore my calf and damaged some lower limb tendons. He's been absolutely amazing in helping me rehab the injury and get back to my usual lifestyle. With his help, I can now walk, run and hike without pain. He's also helped me get back to running in a way that will make it less likely i get re-injured. I feel much stronger and have better endurance & coordination than I did before the injury thanks to his rehab/training plans. Alex also really helped keep my mindset in a good place, especially when my mobility was limited. He understands how frustrating it can be for people to be unable to move their bodies in the way they used to/want to. He's been encouraging, positive, and realistic when framing recovery times and expectations. I recommend him to anyone needing a physiotherapist!

I have worked with Alex Carrod for almost two years after a repeat ACL injury. He helped me build strength and mobility in pre-hab prior to surgery and has guided my postoperative recovery as well. He is very knowledgeable, professional and compassionate. He has kept me motivated throughout the process and I have appreciated his goal-oriented tailored approach. He identified some weaknesses on my un-injured knee and takes a systemic approach in terms of rehabiltiation and return to sport. I would highly recommend Alex!

I recently worked with Alex Carrod on knee recovery due to an ACL injury. From the very beginning, I knew I was in good hands, as Alex's expertise and dedication shone through every step of the way. His tailored treatment plan and motivating attitude challenged me appropriately while avoiding overwhelm. He has the ability to create a warm, welcoming environment that makes rehab more enjoyable. I'm very happy with the results after 4 months of working together. My knee has gained much more strength and stability. I highly recommend Alex to anyone seeking physiotherapy.

I came to this practice and worked with Alex Carrod for help with a long-standing back injury that was limiting my activities. I wasn’t sure if I’d see meaningful improvements given that I’d been living with the issue for many years. The routine that Alex developed for me has been incredibly effective and has allowed me to return to sport (mountain biking, running and volleyball) with greatly increased mobility and without fear of re-injuring myself. I’m incredibly grateful for Alex’s help and I can’t recommend him enough.

I've been working with Alex Carrod for a while now following a long-term injury from a car accident. I'm quite insecure about how persistent of an issue my hip has been, but he's been incredibly patient, reassuring, and professional throughout the entire process. Honestly, sometimes my appointments feel more like visiting a friend than working on something that has brought me a lot of pain and self-doubt, and I really appreciate him for that. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a physiotherapist!