A little bit about my story

I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Physiotherapy from Universidade do Grande ABC, Brazil, completed in 2002. I also have extensive additional education and training in Osteopathy, Manual Therapy and Chiropractic.

I previously practised as a physiotherapist in Brazil, where I developed more than 20 years of clinical experience working with newborns, children, adults and older adults. I currently practise in Ontario as an Osteopathic Manual Practitioner.

My additional professional education includes postgraduate training in Sports Injuries, as well as training in a variety of manual therapy and movement-based approaches, including McKenzie Method/MDT, Mulligan Concepts, Myofascial Release, Graston Technique, neural mobilization, functional training and other manual therapy techniques.

My clinical experience

Over more than two decades of clinical practice in Brazil, I have worked with patients presenting with a wide range of musculoskeletal and movement-related concerns, including headaches and migraines, herniated discs, sciatica, low back and neck pain, torticollis, nerve compression, scoliosis, spinal stenosis, osteoarthritis, postural dysfunctions, tendinitis, bursitis, muscle injuries, and rehabilitation following surgery involving the spine, knee, shoulder and hip.

My experience has also included working with patients at very different stages of life, from newborns and children to adults and seniors. This broad clinical background has shaped the way I approach each patient: by looking beyond the area where the symptoms are felt and considering how the body as a whole may be contributing to the problem.

Why Osteopathy?

Osteopathy became an important part of my professional journey because of its emphasis on understanding the relationship between different parts of the body and how movement, mobility, posture and tissue function can influence overall physical well-being.

For adults, osteopathic manual treatment can be used as part of a comprehensive approach to many musculoskeletal concerns, including back and neck pain, joint restrictions, movement limitations and other conditions affecting the body's muscles and joints. Depending on the individual needs of the patient, I may combine manual treatment with mobility exercises, stretching, strengthening and movement education.

My passion for Osteopathy has also been shaped by personal experiences within my own family.

One of the first significant experiences was with my father, who experienced severe cervicobrachial pain accompanied by weakness in his hands, altered sensation in his fingers, headaches, and significant pain extending from his neck into his arm. He had previously tried medication, massage and physiotherapy without achieving the improvement we had hoped for. Osteopathic treatment, combined with an individualized approach, became an important part of his recovery, and he experienced significant improvement over the following weeks.

Another meaningful experience involved my wife, Ana Paula, who experienced a severe episode of sciatica that persisted for more than two months. Her pain extended from the buttock down her right leg and became particularly difficult when sitting. Her treatment involved osteopathic manual therapy combined with specific stretching and strengthening exercises. Over the course of treatment, she experienced progressive improvement and eventually returned to her normal activities.

These experiences reinforced something that has remained central to my practice: every person responds differently, and effective care requires understanding the individual rather than simply treating a symptom.

Osteopathy throughout life

I have a particular interest in working with patients at different stages of life, including newborns, children, adults, pregnant and postpartum women, and older adults.

My approach with infants is gentle and individualized. I consider factors such as pregnancy and birth history, feeding, sucking, sleep, digestion, movement and general comfort when determining whether osteopathic care may be appropriate.

My interest in infant care is also deeply personal. My son was born prematurely and spent an extended period in the neonatal intensive care unit. During his early months, our family faced several challenges, including difficulties with feeding, sleep and digestion. This experience gave me a very personal understanding of how important support can be for both babies and their families during the early stages of life.

A whole-person approach

As a healthcare professional, I believe that good care begins with understanding the person as a whole.

The body is an interconnected system. When one area is affected by injury, restricted movement or changes in function, other areas may adapt and compensate. These adaptations can sometimes contribute to changes in movement, stiffness, discomfort and reduced function.

Osteopathic manual practice uses hands-on techniques to assess and address areas of restricted mobility and altered musculoskeletal function. Depending on the individual, treatment may involve the joints, muscles, connective tissues and other structures of the body, together with movement education and therapeutic exercises when appropriate.

My goal is not simply to focus on where a patient feels pain. Instead, I aim to understand the broader factors that may be contributing to the person's symptoms and functional limitations, and to develop an individualized treatment approach based on their needs, goals and clinical presentation.

Every patient is different. My role is to listen, assess carefully, explain what I find, and work together with each person toward better movement, comfort and function.

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