Trevor Kwolek - MPhtySt, MClSc SEM, BPHE, Dip Sport PT, RISPT

Trevor is “fondly” referred to as “The Punisher” by his clients. Wielding a Master of Physiotherapy (University of Queensland, Australia), a Master of Clinical Science in Sports and Exercise Medicine (Western University), and a Bachelor’s Degree in Health and Physical Education (University of Toronto), he is a triple threat.

Trevor developed his interest in upper limb and shoulder injuries after working in a specialist clinic in rural Australia; following five years of working overseas, he decided it was time to bring his skills and passion back to Canada.

Trevor’s certifications include:

• Dry needling and Western acupuncture
• The Watson Headache Approach
• The ConnectTherapy Series and Thoracic Ring Approach
• Shift Concussion Management Program (Levels I and II)
• Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) (Level I) *currently completing Level II certification

He is one of the few certified Sports Physiotherapists in the Niagara Region to hold a diploma from Sport Physiotherapy Canada (SPC) and one of the 125 physiotherapists in Canada to hold a Registered International Sports Physical Therapy (RISPT) designation with the International Federation of Sports Physical Therapy (IFSPT).

Beyond pursuing professional development opportunities, he is heavily involved in local athletics. Trevor is the Sports Physiotherapist for the Welland Jackfish (Intercountry Baseball League) and Fort the Erie Meteors (GOJHL - Junior B). He also worked with the Niagara College Knights Varsity teams over their 2022 - 2023 season.

Trevor has volunteered his time in support of other major athletic events, including:

• July 2015 - Pan Am Games (Golf)
• July 2022 - Ontario Summer Games (Baseball)
• August 2022 - Canada Summer Games (Rowing)
• February 2023 - Ontario Parasport Games (Wheelchair Tennis)
• February 2023 - World Rowing Indoor Championships (Indoor Rowing)
• February 2024 - Novice Canadian Championships & Skate Canada Cup (Figure Skating)

One to champion education, he acted as Chair of the Program Advisory Committee (PAC) for the Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy Assistant programs at Niagara College (2017 - 2022) and is an Assistant Clinical Professor (Adjunct) with McMaster University. Looking to inspire the next generation of Physiotherapy Assistants, Kinesiologists, and Physiotherapists, he also offers valuable placement opportunities.

Trevor is also an avid runner, completing the TCS New York Marathon, Around the Bay, and multiple online marathon challenges during the COVID outbreak. He is currently training for the Toronto Marathon in May 2024 and the Marine Corps Marathon in Washington, D.C., in October 2024.

In his spare time, Trevor yells at his TV during Leaf’s games and smokes meat on his beloved BBQ. He is also a doting/annoying father of four wild children and a loving partner to his incredible, gingery wife.