Meet the Team
Francine Eastwood, Owner
Founder of REclaim Physiotherapy
University of Ottawa: Bachelor of Science Physiotherapy with honors 1998
Bilingual Physiotherapist with 25 years of extensive experience in treating sports injuries
Avid athlete completing multiple Boston Marathons
Working as a clinician is a great privilege as I get to witness many patients conquering their fears, gaining knowledge and regaining control of their health. It is truly inspirational. Being part of someone's health care team, helping them reach their goals, is a true honour. Over the course of my 25-year career, I have had the pleasure of helping many returning clients, building lasting relationships and treasuring the trust they have placed in me. I strive to do my best with every client. You can always expect a kind, authentic, friendly approach in every session. With a background in a variety of sports such as swimming, volleyball, basketball, cross-country, marathon running, triathlons, crossfit, skate skiing and golf, it’s no surprise that I am passionate about helping all types of athletes and especially runners. I have been fortunate enough to compete in several races include the Boston Marathon. Over the last 15 years of my career, I’ve mostly focused on running injury prevention and rehab. I have been a guest speaker at the University of Ottawa, various medical seminars, workshops and local running groups.
As the founder of REclaim Physiotherapy, it’s my hope that you love coming into our clinic and enjoy your rehab journey. My vision is to create a beautiful and comfortable space that raises the bar for healthcare. I want you to feel inspired and empowered to show up for yourself in this process unlike ever before- knowing we will be there to support you every step of the way.
Brooke McKnight
Queen’s University: Bachelor Science with Honours 2003, Masters of Rehabilitation Science 2005, Masters of Physical Therapy 2007
16 years of extensive experience treating orthopedics and sports injuries
Post graduate courses in manual therapy, acupuncture and dry needling, functional movement screens and advance exercise prescription
Avid sports enthusiast and previous athlete competing at Manitoba Games in swimming and badminton and Ontario University Athletics in curling
Since 2007, I have been dedicated to helping patients with various injuries recover and get back to the activities they love. My approach to physiotherapy combines education and exercise with hands-on techniques. I am committed to continually growing my knowledge and skill set to provide my patients with the most effective treatments. I want my patients to understand their injury so we can work together to find the best solutions. Seeing my patients reach their goals and knowing I have played a part, is what drives me to continue helping people.
Having experienced a major injury as a competitive athlete, I understand and have compassion and empathy, with the physical and emotional frustration that comes with an injury. I know the desire to return to your sport and way of life.
I am passionate about treating knee injuries, specifically ACL tears and repairs. My interest in knees began from both my own experience of receiving physiotherapy for my knee as a child, and the research I conducted for my Masters’ degrees. I am knowledgeable in all aspects of ACL injuries, from prevention and rehabilitation to return to play.
As an avid sports enthusiast growing up in rural Manitoba, I played many sports including baseball, badminton, golf, skiing and curling. Nowadays, my competitive sporting life has taken a backseat to my husband and I introducing our three young boys to many different sports and exploring the outdoors through camping and hiking. I look forward to getting back out onto a sheet of ice soon.
Maria Manzon Barteau
Acadia University: Bachelor of Kinesiology with Honours, 2007 University of Alberta: Master of Science in Physical Therapy, 2010
12 years of experience treating orthopedics, sports injuries, and acute care in-patients
Post graduate courses in manual therapy, acupuncture and dry needling
Lover of physical activity completing multiple Gran Fondos and Rideau Lakes cycling tours
Since 2010 my approach to physiotherapy has evolved and changed. I primarily focus on education and exercise. I truly believe that education is the key to success with any injury or concern. I strive to educate my clients, so they feel empowered and knowledgeable about their bodies. My greatest goal is to provide clients with the tools to manage and recover from their injury, with my role more like an advisor or coach along the way.
As an active kid growing up, I was always interested in the human body – how it worked, how injuries happened and how humans recovered. I grew to love sport and exercise and the benefits that came with them. I understand the passion for movement and want my clients to keep moving in ways that they love.
I have worked most of my career in the orthopedic realm of physiotherapy, although I also have extensive experience in acute care medicine. I understand the ramifications of long hospital stays, complicated medical conditions, including stroke, and geriatric medicine. I have a keen interest in encouraging physical activity in the elderly and love providing education around exercise to this population.
I have two young boys and have loved showing them the enjoyment of physical activity. We can be found most weekends on a hiking trail, out in a kayak or cycling to parks or coffee shops in our neighborhood.
Alison Boudreau
Dalhousie University: Bachelor of Science Kinesiology, 2006
University of Alberta: Master of Science in Physical Therapy, 2009
Extensive experience in orthopedics and sports injuries
Post-graduate training in dry needling, acupuncture, McKenzie method, and vestibular rehabilitation
Passionate about empowering clients to reclaim their independence after injury
As I reflect on what drives me to do this job, it simply comes down to helping people. There is something rewarding and special about assisting someone to recover from an injury or to reclaim their independence in the face of disability.
During our interactions, I will focus on hearing your needs and empowering you to be an active participant in your recovery by providing a plain language explanation of your condition and the most reasonable and effective treatment options to assist in your recovery process. I draw on my unique background to combine different treatment strategies and strive to create a friendly relaxed treatment environment.
My career began in Edmonton at Royal Alexandria Hospital. After two years of acute care rotations, including intensive care, I transitioned to a full-time career at the Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital to focus on spinal cord injury and general neurology, while also venturing into private practice part-time. Since relocating to Ottawa in 2014, I have been focused on general practice and sports injury treatment and was privileged to broaden my experience by providing embedded support to Canadian Armed Forces personnel. A lifelong student, I continually expand and develop my toolbox of assessment and treatment techniques through post-graduate training opportunities.
While growing up in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia I participated in hockey and softball and loved to swim. Outside of work I spend my spare time learning to garden, completing projects around my home, and strolling through my community. I dream of traveling the world and seeing all it has to offer.
Joanna Marriott
McMaster University: Bachelor of Kinesiology with Honours, 2007
Queen’s University: Master of Science in Physical Therapy, 2009
Strength and Conditioning Coach since 2013, working with runners, cyclists, triathletes, MMA fighters, powerlifters and first responders
Passionate about helping and guiding clients back to joyful movement, with an emphasis in progressive strength-based rehab
Movement is my JOY and my PASSION. I have a love of all things movement, exercise and sport. My athletic career has evolved over the years, from gymnastics and soccer as a child, to runner and triathlete, to powerlifter, to crossfitter and back to runner. Regardless of the form, my commitment to myself is to being healthy and strong.
My knowledge and understanding of human movement combined with my empathy and compassion towards my clients and their goals is the backbone of my approach to physiotherapy.
With a personal and professional mantra of joy in movement, I believe that if this joy is lost, it can always be restored, rebuilt, reinvented and rediscovered.
My physiotherapy approach uses education and progressive exercise as the primary tools when assisting clients in rehabilitating themselves. With 14+ years experience as a physiotherapist, I have applied my approach in private practice orthopaedics and within the Ottawa Police Service and the Canadian Armed Forces.
As an avid sports fan, in addition to running through the greenbelt and doing back squats in my free time, I can be found cheering for Liverpool Football Club and following the latest UCI cycling and Athletics Canada race results.
Matthew Mckinnell
McGill University: Bachelor of Science Physical Therapy, 2003
21 years experience treating orthopedic and sports injuries
14 years experience in treating with GunnIMS and dry needling
Post Grad training in Manual therapy, Concussion rehab, Acupuncture, FMS and SFMA
Passionate about keeping every person enjoying their activities. Young to Old, Recreational to Elite.
My physiotherapy story started as a 14 year old who suffered a severe leg injury during my grade 9 hockey season. After three months of hands-on physiotherapy treatment, coupled with a guided progressive exercise program, I was able to return to my team for our final push to the Provincial Championship. Since then, I have been fascinated by orthopedic injuries and their rehabilitation.
As a kid, I grew up wanting to play any sport I could find. I had specific loves for hockey, baseball, football and golf. I have continued this love through the years and have enjoyed watching my three kids develop a passion for their own activities. I enjoy my discussions with clients about their hobbies and activities they are passionate about and working together to make a plan to get them back to those activities. If an activity is important to you, it is important to me.
Over my 21 years working as a physiotherapist, I have been fortunate enough to work in five different provinces. This gave me the opportunity to learn from local experts from across the country. I have been able to take post grad courses in Gunn IMS, dry needling, acupuncture, manual therapy, concussion rehabilitation and advanced exercise prescriptions. Combining those techniques with a lot of education allows me to fine tune my approach to best suit each individual client.
I completed my Gunn IMS (dry needling) training 12 years ago. This has by far been my best treatment technique for breaking the cycle of chronic myofascial and neuropathic pain. Giving my clients small windows of decreased pain to allow them to get back to a small level of exercise is key to their success.
I truly believe that every person can improve their quality of life with the right guidance and effort. If a client tells me they can’t participate in their favorite activity anymore, I take it as a personal challenge to help them return to what they love. Regardless of what the injury is, there is always a starting point. It may seem small, but it exists. Together we can find that starting point and build from there.
Jillian Boothby
University of Ottawa: Bachelor of Science in Biology with Honours, 2017
University of Limerick: Master of Science in Physiotherapy, 2022
Experience in orthopaedics, sports injuries and acute care in-patients
Passionate about keeping people of all ages as strong and active as possible
Post graduate courses in the McKenzie method (back and lower extremity) and dry needling
I was first exposed to the world of physiotherapy after suffering a “would have been better if you’d broken it" ankle injury playing volleyball in high school. I was fortunate enough to have an amazing physiotherapist who, through an active and understanding approach, helped get me back on the court and back on the field playing soccer as soon as I safely could.
From youth competitive soccer to ballet, then volleyball and touch football in high school, I’ve always been involved in sports from a young age and loved being active. These days, you can mostly find me at the gym strength and circuit training, or on the court or beach playing volleyball.
I always knew that I wanted a career in some aspect of healthcare where I could help people through challenging times in their lives. I love that physiotherapy combines this with a healthy and active lifestyle. I had amazing mentors at a sports medicine clinic (including Francine, Brooke and Maria), which is what ultimately led me to pursue this career.
I use a combination of exercise, hands-on techniques and education when helping my clients decrease their pain levels and return to the activities they are most passionate about. I’m committed to keeping people of all ages as strong and active as possible and engaged in the activities they love. I believe in working with clients to develop a personalized care plan to help them achieve their goals in a way that works best for them.
Quinn Bonnett
International Academy of Health Science: Massage Therapy with Honours, 2018
A graduate with honours from the International Academy of Health Science in 2018, Quinn brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our clinic. With a passion for physically demanding activities and a deep understanding of musculoskeletal health, Quinn offers a tailored approach to massage therapy, designed to meet the unique needs of each individual.
Growing up in the interior of British Columbia, Quinn spent much of his time outdoors, engaging in activities such as rock climbing, amateur rodeo, and wrestling. This active lifestyle fostered a keen intuition for managing the physical challenges the body faces, particularly in the musculoskeletal system. Today, Quinn continues to stay physically engaged as a climbing arborist and manages a diversified farm, further deepening his connection to the demands placed on the body.
In treatment, Quinn takes the time to fully understand each client’s goals—whether that be alleviating a persistent discomfort or working toward an ambitious physical goal. With a focus on personalized care, Quinn is dedicated to helping you achieve improved movement, recovery, and overall well-being.