ABOUT US

I am Cristiane Yamabayashi, a licensed physiotherapist in Calgary, Alberta. I have worked and gathered experience in different fields of the rehab world including cardiorespiratory, orthopedic, and neurological rehabilitation. I developed a passion for vestibular rehabilitation while treating dizziness, vertigo, headaches, and neck pain. I graduated in 1999 in Brazil with a Bachelor's in Physiotherapy and later obtained a Doctorate and completed post-doctoral studies, enabling me to implement evidence-based practices.

Since 2017, I have been part of the multidisciplinary team at the Neurology Clinics at South Health Campus, treating patients with ALS, neuromuscular disorders, multiple sclerosis, and Parkinson's disease. I have worked at the Neurovestibular (Vertigo) Clinic since 2018, collaborating with various specialists to address the most complex cases of dizziness and vertigo in Calgary and surrounding areas.

I have completed the Vestibular Competency Course from Duke University and the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) in Atlanta, along with additional courses on concussions and multiple orthopedic manual therapy courses. I am a certified MDT McKenzie therapist, Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) practitioner, and trained in LSVT BIG for Parkinson’s disease. Additionally, I have training in assessing and treating people suffering from cervicogenic headaches and migraines from the Watson Headache Institute, as well as in Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) and chronic pain. My experience in vestibular, neurological, and orthopedic areas allows me to identify if dizziness or balance issues are related to vestibular causes, neck problems, or other disorders needing a specialist’s attention.

A skilled clinician learns and adjusts with experience, which is what makes each therapist unique. My passion for physiotherapy comes from helping others reduce pain and dizziness by promoting recovery through education and exercise.