CSA Physiotherapy Staff - South Edmonton

Cory Choma

BScPT, CGIMS (Physiotherapist)

Cory heads the chronic pain department at CSA South Edmonton. He also coaches pole vault out of the University of Alberta. His practice includes athletic injuries and the treatment of persistent muscular and neuropathic conditions using Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS). He has taught IMS to physiotherapists and physicians around the world. Cory has been in practice since 1996.

Designations: Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy; Certified Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation (Instructor); Honorary Fellow of the Institute for the Study & Treatment of Pain; Registered Member of IMS Needling Roster.

Jeffrey Begg

BScPT, FCAMPT (Physiotherapist)

In practice since 1997, Jeffrey is a certified manipulative physiotherapist with an interest in general orthopaedic physiotherapy, traumatic spinal injuries, dizziness/vertigo, arthritis care, and athletic injuries.

Designations: Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy (with distinction); Fellow, Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapy; Clinical Instructor, University of Alberta Dept. of Physical Therapy; Board Member, Pain Society of Alberta; Injury Management Consultant, Alberta Auto Injury Program; Registered Member of Spinal Manipulation Roster.

Expanded Bio for Jeffrey Begg 

Anne Edwards

BScPT, CGIMS, (Physiotherapist)

After graduating in 1997 Anne trained as a manual physiotherapist, and has since added Intramuscular Stimulation to her practice. She has an interest in the treatment of chronic muscular and neuropathic conditions, spinal pain, headaches and athletic injuries.

Designations: Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy; Certified Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation;; Certified Active Release Technique® Provider; Registered Member of Spinal Manipulation and IMS Needling Rosters.

Other Languages Spoken: German

Alana Shannon

M.P.T, (Physiotherapist)

Alana treats acute and chronic orthopaedic conditions with various treatment techniques including manual therapy, exercise prescription, and therapeutic modalities such as ice, heat, ultrasound and electrical stimulation. She has experience rehabilitating various types of joint replacements, and cardiovascular conditions as well as experience working with older adults that have a history of falls or poor balance. A Bachelor of Kinesiology provides Alana with the background to tailor exercise prescription to the individual and their condition or injuries.

Designations: Master of Physical Therapy; Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology

Lynne Dey

BScPT (Physiotherapist)

Lynne treats all orthopedic conditions from sprains, strains, and other soft tissue injuries, dislocations, fractures and chronic conditions. She has extensive experience in post-surgical and post-trauma rehabilitation. Lynne provides treatment that may include, manual therapy (hands on treatment), education on managing your injury, exercise prescription and modalities such as heat, ice, ultrasound or electrical stimulation.

Designations: Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy

Andrew Koppejan

MScPT, CPMA (Physiotherapist)

Andrew assists patients recovering from general orthopedic (bone, muscle and joint) conditions, including acute sprains and strains, arthritis, post-surgical cases and athletic injuries. He also incorporates the ancient tradition of Chinese acupuncture into his practice.

Designations: Masters of Science in Physical Therapy, Certified in Acupuncture - CPMA.

Other Languages Spoken: French, Dutch

Jackie Taillefer

RMT (Massage Therapist)

Jackie is a 2005 graduate of the MacEwan massage therapy program. She incorporates relaxation techniques into all her sessions to help place your body and mind in a peaceful state and to enhance the body’s normal healing process. Jackie is experienced with deep tissue, therapeutic, sports, fascia release and trigger point massage, and has recently begun offering Craniosacral therapy. Beginning in 2011 she has worked with the Edmonton Eskimos as a massage therapist.

Designations: Registered Massage Therapist, MTAA

Heather Gionet

RMT (Massage Therapist)

Heather believes that massage combined with a healthy lifestyle can promote well-being and reduce stress.  She incorporates a variety of techniques into her treatments including trigger point massage, PNF/muscle energy techniques and thermal therapy to ensure each session is uniquely suited to the patient’s needs.  

Designations: Registered Massage Therapist, Member of the Natural Health Practitioners of Canada

Darren Sheloff

BScOT(Occupational Therapist)

Darren has an interest in hand therapy, including surgical and cumulative trauma conditions.  He provides a wide variety of custom splinting and foot orthotic services.  Darren also provides myofascial release treatment for musculoskeletal conditions and nerve entrapment syndromes.

Designations: Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy, certified ART  provider (Active Release Techniques-whole body).