Matthew Blackwell
PT, DRY NEEDLING, CONCUSSION TRAINED
Matthew Blackwell
Registered Physiotherapist - Independent Contractor
MScPT, BScKin(Gerontology Minor), ITPT
Standard First Aid, with CPR-C and AED Certificate
SFMA Level 1 – Functional Movement Assessment
BoneFit trained professional
McKenzie MDT Part A: Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy – Lumbar Spine
Proactive Taping & Strapping Certificate
Kinetic Link Training Level 1 – Functional Strength & Conditioning
The Ready State - Certified Movement & Mobility Specialist
Shift – Level One – Concussion Management
Impact Concussion Trained Physical Therapist
Functional Dry Needling – Level 1 – Evidence in Motion
Matt graduated with a BSc in Kinesiology from the University of Waterloo in 2017. He then graduated with a MSc in Physiotherapy from Glasgow Caledonian University in 2020.
Matt is a keen learner and is always looking to add more skills and knowledge to his repertoire. Since graduating, Matt has completed additional training in Functional Dry Needling, Post-Concussion Rehabilitation, Mulligan Manual Therapy, McKenzie Method Therapy for Low Back Pain and recently obtained his Level 1 in Selective Functional Movement Assessments.
Matt has a passion working with seniors and enjoys promoting their independence and functional abilities. Matt is a BoneFit Trained Professional and can effectively help individuals living with osteoporosis exercise safely.
Matt loves to travel but is also excited to be back near home in Simcoe County, having grown up in Orillia. Matt enjoys playing sports including soccer, baseball, golf, tennis, and beach volleyball. Although his competitive days are far behind him, he still enjoys the challenges of working with elite athletes in the community. You might find Matt out on the football field or at the finish line for local Ironman Competitions, where he enjoys doing Sport Physiotherapy coverage with local Simcoe County athletes.
In his free time, Matt enjoys mountain biking, golfing, weight training, yoga, reading and going on hikes with his two golden retrievers.
Testimonials for Matthew
“Matt gave me an excellent treatment. He was very professional and knowledgeable. He helped me twice with very different treatments. Not only was the treatment excellent, but the atmosphere of kindness and joy ministered to my spirit and helped me heal emotionally as well. It was a blessing for me to have worked through my therapy with him.”
“My faith in physio was renewed today I lost all trust and confidence over the past 20 years, Mathew Thank You..”
“Matt was fabulous! Very knowledgeable and easy to work with!”
“Today was my initial visit, and wow! Matthew was able to pin point my areas of concern and treat those areas.”
“It was a great experience. I appreciate that Matt took the time to understand my pain and I can already feel improvments with the treatment.”
“Lots of new information and a good explanation of the problem I have with me elbow and also shared a good plan to resolve the issue.”
“Matt listened to my concerns, provided professional insights, compassion, and an action plan.”
“Matt was very thorough and explained what he was doing. He made me feel very comfortable - definitely the right decision to come to Resoloution!”
“Had a great experience with Matt! He was super friendly and knowledgeable.”
“I really felt like I’m going to be okay and I will heal and be myself again! Thank you Matthew!”
“Mathew was in tune with Erik’s pace and nervousness and took the process slow as to gain trust.”