Lift Therapy is a multi-disciplinary clinic that is located right in the heart of Corktown. We work with you to treat and prevent pain or discomfort due to injury or day to day activity, aiming to get you moving pain and restriction free. We always welcome new patients.

Massage Therapy


Kinesiology / Athletic Therapy


Osteopathy

This type of treatment incorporates various hands on techniques applied to the joints, their surrounding soft tissues, muscles and fascia. This type of therapy is effective in optimizing the function of every body system, from muscles to the digestive, hormonal, circulatory and immune systems. It is regarded as one of the most effective drug free therapies for headaches, back and knee pain ... Read More

This type of treatment incorporates various hands on techniques applied to the joints, their surrounding soft tissues, muscles and fascia.
This type of therapy is effective in optimizing the function of every body system, from muscles to the digestive, hormonal, circulatory and immune systems.
It is regarded as one of the most effective drug free therapies for headaches, back and knee pain as well as disorders of the spine and joints.


Fascial Stretch Therapy

We often plan our work but not our rest. This assisted stretch therapy is a great recovery tool for those that train hard. It can help relax the nervous system, releasing stress and tension. FST is helpful for those who experience: Poor mobility/flexibility Headaches/migraines Neck pain/stiffness Hip/knee/ankle injuries Sciatica/low back pain Sprains/strains Fascial Stretch Therapy c... Read More

We often plan our work but not our rest. This assisted stretch therapy is a great recovery tool for those that train hard. It can help relax the nervous system, releasing stress and tension. FST is helpful for those who experience:

Poor mobility/flexibility
Headaches/migraines
Neck pain/stiffness
Hip/knee/ankle injuries
Sciatica/low back pain
Sprains/strains

Fascial Stretch Therapy can help improve range of motion, leading to better blood flow and movement, allowing clients to enhance results from workouts.

Adam Bell is a graduate of Dalhousie University and Sutherland Chan School of Massage and is a believer that movement is the foundation of physical and mental health and well-being.

Combining his extensive knowledge from personal and strength training, Adam has gained extensive experience working with a diverse population including everything from breast cancer survivors, individuals with central nervous system disorders, weekend warriors, as well as professional athletes working with hockey players.

Adam’s treatments include a personalized assessment and movement screen to ensure the best possible outcomes for his patients. His philosophy is that movement can give us a sense of appreciation for the human body and all the possibilities that come with it particularly in pain prevention.

Adam is currently completing study in Neurofunctional Acupuncture at McMaster University.

Adam Bell is a graduate of Dalhousie University and Sutherland Chan School of Massage and is a be... Read More

Will Haywood is a well-versed fitness professional and a published writer for Dance Magazine with a background in psychology, nutrition, and Fascial Stretch Therapy. Although he has experience working with professional dancers, and teams such as the Toronto Maple Leafs, he loves connecting with entrepreneurs and helping them integrate fitness within their routines to build strength and resilience for the challenges of business and life.

Will Haywood is a well-versed fitness professional and a published writer for Dance Magazine with... Read More

Krista grew up in Ottawa, where she developed a keen interest in athletic therapy while watching football games. Her attention often gravitated towards the sidelines whenever players got injured. This fascination prompted her to pursue a career in Athletic Therapy, eventually leading her to relocate to Philadelphia to work in the sports industry full-time.

Upon returning to Canada, Krista began working with the Canadian Wheelchair Basketball Team and discovered the significant benefits of manual therapy, especially when paired with a structured exercise regimen. Motivated by this realization, she decided to further her education and become a Registered Massage Therapist. Krista believes that integrating massage therapy with her background in athletic therapy enables her to assist her patients in returning to their desired activities.

Currently, Krista divides her time between working at the clinic and doing freelance work with various professional beach volleyball players. During her free time, she enjoys leisurely walks in the neighbourhood with her dog, Gozo, or participating in competitive dragon boat races as a member of one of Toronto’s teams.

Professional Accolades:

-Multiple international wheelchair basketball events -The 2019 ParaPanAm games in Lima, Peru.

-Team Canada Beach Volleyball for the Beach Pro Tour Elite 16 events in Gstaad Switzerland, Montreal and the Beach Pro Tour Challenge event in Xiamen, China

Educational Background:

-BA Honours Kinesiology from Western

-B.Sc Exercise Science - Athletic Therapy from Concordia University

-M.Ed in Athletic Training from Temple University

-RMT Diploma

-Musculoskeletal Acupuncture through Acupuncture Canada -Hypermobility Course (in progress)

Krista grew up in Ottawa, where she developed a keen interest in athletic therapy while watching ... Read More

Ada Kate has begun treating in-clinic and is an osteopathic manual practitioner and a great enthusiast of all things outdoors. Ada Kate is a graduate of the Canadian Academy of Osteopathy (CAO) in Hamilton Ontario, where she received her Master in Practice Diploma of Osteopathic Manipulative Sciences (M.OMSc).

She has a keen interest in wellness in general, beginning with a life long yoga (and now lifting) practice and a deep respect for the potential of the body. Her movement practices are what continuously evolving understanding of how balance, deep rest, and proper care can profoundly affect someone’s health and physical experience.

Also, having experienced an injury at a young age that was effectively treated by osteopathy she also feels a proud gratitude towards the modality and an appreciation for the experience of having an injury. Feel free to ask questions if you see her around!

Ada Kate has begun treating in-clinic and is an osteopathic manual practitioner and a great enthu... Read More

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Located at: 508 King street East, Toronto
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