JANINE MAK

Janine is an active mother who was inspired by other women who pursued their dreams. After attending a course in Melbourne, Australia, Janine believed the Aussies have it right- preventative physiotherapy for women. Combined with her background in pediatric health, she felt that combining the two was the perfect solution: preventative health for both moms and babies. And thus Inspire Physiotherapy was born.

Janine received her Bachelor of Physical Education at the University of Manitoba where she was first introduced to the world of exercise and science. This led her to pursue a career in physiotherapy by completing her degree at the University of Alberta. Janine has been working at Calgary Youth Physiotherapy for almost 10 years where she continues to work with adults, children and babies. Janine continued to further her education by completing a postgraduate course in Exercise for Women at the University of Melbourne in Australia.

In March 2008, Janine was excited to introduce Owen to the family. This opened her eyes to a whole new world and to the new and exciting challenges of motherhood. Although having a child was one of the best things to happen to her, Janine realized that motherhood comes with its ups and downs. Maintaining an active lifestyle "kept me grounded, was a healthy form of stress release and made me feel good about myself".

Janine was fortunate enough to have a background in physiotherapy and access to resources in women’s health. Having this knowledge was extremely valuable in her return to activity and she realized she wanted to share this knowledge with others.

Janine is excited to pursue this exciting venture. Instead of limiting her possibilities, new doors have been opened by becoming a mother!

MEGAN HARRIS

Megan joined the Inspire Physiotherapy Team in 2011. She is a mother of two young children, and has a passion for working with mothers and their babies. Megan has an extensive background in the fitness industry as well as in rehabilitation. She received her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at the University of Calgary in 2001. At that time she worked in the Fitness Industry as a consultant and personal trainer.

Janine's CV

University Education

• Post-graduate Physical Therapy course in Exercise for Women (University of Melbourne) 2009
• Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy (University of Alberta)  2002
• Bachelor of Physical Education (University of Manitoba) 1998

Continuing Education-orthopedic

• Restoring Form and Function of the Abdominal Wall after Pregnancy (Diane Lee) 2011
• Physiotherapy Management of the Pregnant and Postpartum Patient: Tips and Exercises (Chantale Dumoulin) CPA Congress, Whistler 2011
• Pilates for the Health Professional (Evolved Pilates Education) 2010
• Fit to Deliver Re-certification Course 2010
• Relieving Pelvic Pain during and after Pregnancy (Cecile Rost) 2010

On 5 year roster for treating pelvic pain www.rosttherapy.com

• Treating Urinary Incontinence in Women: Pelvic Floor Muscle Re-education and Behavioural Techniques (Dianna MacDonald) 2010
• Discover the Pelvis- Level 1 (Diane Lee) 2009
• No courses in 2008- was busy on maternity leave!!
• Level 2 Lower Extremity Orthopaedic Continuing Competency 2007
• Level 1 Orthopaedic Continuing Competency 2006
• Anatomy Refresher Course (Lorrie Maffey) 2006