About Dr. Faranak Pourhosseini
Kinesiologist | Pain Specialist | Movement Expert
My Academic Background
I hold a Ph.D. in Kinesiology from Shahid Beheshti University in Tehran, Iran, one of Iran’s top three universities. In 2020, I completed a research fellowship at McGill University in Montreal, where I worked under the supervision of Professor Theodore Milner. My doctoral research focused on improving balance in older adults, combining biomechanics, neurophysiology, and movement therapy.
In 2021, I immigrated to Montreal and began working as a kinesiologist. Throughout my practice, I noticed a recurring and concerning pattern: many individuals were left without adequate support after joint replacement surgeries. Despite attending physical therapy sessions, many of my clients continued to suffer from pain, limited mobility, and even emotional distress.
By identifying the exact muscular imbalances, knowing which muscles require strengthening and which need stretching, I developed personalized rehabilitation plans that include progressive mobility exercises. These methods have helped many of my clients regain natural movement and return to a pain-free life.
Over the past four years, I have also extensively researched and treated back pain and musculoskeletal disorders, which are increasingly prevalent in today’s sedentary lifestyles. My approach starts with finding the root cause of pain, whether it stems from identifiable conditions like disc herniation or less obvious issues such as QL muscle tightness.
Each new client begins with a comprehensive assessment session. If necessary, I may recommend them to seek an MRI or imaging to rule out serious conditions. Once the diagnosis is clear, I design a customized plan:
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Home-based exercises tailored for daily mobility
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In-clinic sessions using specialized machines and guided under my supervision
How My Work Differs from Physiotherapy?
Unlike traditional physiotherapy, my programs are deeply rooted in sports science. I use advanced fitness equipment to isolate specific muscle groups and progressively adjust difficulty levels based on each patient’s recovery curve. This method ensures safety, faster recovery, and more sustainable results.