Rachel Puccia
Registered Physiotherapist

Rachel graduated from the University of Toronto with a Master of Science in Physical Therapy in 2013. Prior to this, she completed a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Biochemistry through Queen’s University. Throughout her education, she had a keen interest in human anatomy, which led to her receiving the U of T award for highest standing in this subject.

As a physiotherapist, her goals are to empower clients to take their health and fitness into their own hands by giving them the necessary knowledge, tools, and resources. She has worked with the Canadian Armed Forces since 2014, which has allowed her to build a practice that is strong in manual therapy, exercise prescription, and acupuncture. She is very excited to be bringing this experience and knowledge back into the private practice world.

Rachel has pursued additional manual therapy and manipulation training since graduating MSc.PT, and in 2020 successfully completed her Intermediate Practical Exam through the Orthopaedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association. She has since gone on to complete Level 4 of the 5-level curriculum and plans to challenge the Advanced Examination for her diploma within the next year.

In addition to manual therapy, Rachel has completed courses in Acupuncture through Acupuncture Canada, Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT) through the Robin McKenzie Institute, and shoulder courses from shoulder specialist Lyn Watson. Though she treats all musculoskeletal conditions, her special interests include treating shoulder dysfunctions, ankle dysfunctions, and foot dysfunctions, including orthotic assessment and prescription.

When she isn’t in the clinic, you can find her in one of two places. She might be in the gym, as she is an avid Crossfit enthusiast, but more than likely you will find her somewhere with her horse. Rachel has been an equestrian for as long as she has been on this earth, and lives for training and traveling with her equine friends.