Tyler Allen

He/Him

The Basics

BSc Kinesiology, University of Waterloo
MSc Physiotherapy (PT), McMaster University
Physiotherapist
Born in Brampton, Ontario

The Biography

Tyler is passionate about getting to know each individual he works with so that he can understand what’s important to them. He is excited to build a relationship with strong collaboration to meet each client’s personalized goals.

Tyler is committed to open and honest communication to allow for clear patient education. Ensuring the client understands their own pain/dysfunction picture is his top priority. Working with clients of all ages (1 month to 102 years!) and backgrounds has allowed Tyler to gain a better understanding of the variety and complexity of all physiotherapy needs.

Tyler has worked with orthopedic surgeons providing complex post-surgical physiotherapy. He has treated many professional athletes, even more weekend warriors, and hundreds of everyday people since his career began in 2015.

Since obtaining his physiotherapy degree from McMaster University, Tyler has returned to McMaster to teach various labs in the physiotherapy program. Tyler values personal and professional development and spends much of his free time learning about the human body, the brain, and why we hurt (or don’t hurt!) (that said, he does sprinkle in a sci-fi/fantasy novel here and there).

Tyler began working at Stive over 5 years ago and has now assumed the role of Clinic Director. He has completed countless hours of post-graduate training in manual therapy, acupuncture, cupping/instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization, mobilizations with movement, soft tissue release, functional movement screening, spinal manipulation, communication, pain science education, and coaching. He would be thrilled to meet you.

The Fun Stuff

Cats or dogs? Dogs.

Something from your bucket list: Watch Manchester United play at Old Trafford (Achieved Spring 2019!!)

Fanciest meal you’ve ever cooked? KD and hot dogs, but I used our fine China

Do you have any kids? One – Charlie. He’s perfect.

Last book you read? A Darker Shade of Magic – V.E. Schwab

Most useless talent you have? Spinning a pen around my thumb

What 3 things are you bringing with you, stranded on a desert island? Soccer ball (hey Wilson!), my laptop, my pillow (I’ve had it since I was a kid and still use it)

Favourite midnight snack? Peanut Butter Foldover

In your high school yearbook, you won/would have won…? Most likely to marry their high school sweetheart. (Married 7 years and counting!)

What song would play every time you enter a room? Futures – Jimmy Eat World

"Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice, and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do."

Pele

Tyler is wonderful!! My injury was assessed in great detail- explained as such too! He listens so well and is completely engaging. My excersizes were very reasonable to do, and i could do them anywhere, even at work, which was nice! I am so glad I chose to come here. There isnt a better physio place in the tri-cities!!

Where to start. Tyler is always putting patients first and doesn't just throw a ice pack on it and call it done. He is genuinely interested in getting to know his patients and making sure he has a full picture and all the facts before finding the right treatment plan for them. He is realistic in his timelines and makes sure the client has or learns the tools before moving forward to start treatment. He replies to emails after hours and tries to incorporate humor and positivity whenever possible. Keep it up Tyler. 👍 Chelsea makes booking a breeze and always greets ya with a smile and makes your day better!😁

Legitimate 5 star - brought my infant to Tyler - pinpointed R Torticollis - sent us home with exercises - went back for a check up only to be told to, "go home all is well" =)

I came in with a rotator cuff problem and Tyler had me up and going at a good pace quickly. When we were down to my last appointment I had a sciatic issue and could barely walk…Tyler took on the new problem and continued to monitor my arm and shoulder. Once again, thanks to the expert care and great advice on exercises to match my real life situations, I was back to walking and sleeping without pain quickly. Tyler never jumped to conclusions. He listened, explained his thoughts, and then verified them before recommending actions. Tyler was always confident in his plans and explained why we were getting results, which made me more confident with his suggestions and advice going forward. Every step of the way I knew what I was working on at home and at work, and when I should listen to my body telling me to slow down. The encouragement from Tyler at each session kept me enthused about getting back into my normal health and even improving it after the therapy was over.

Particularly of note - when Ty commented that he knew mentally I needed to experience something that maybe I wasnt ready for (skating) So he worked with that goal in mind and set out clear expectations/guidelines to make sure I could do it safely, but that in the long run my mental health would suffer if we didnt address that sooner rather than later. In the end, it helped me continue on my journey and not give up.