Corey Kim — Registered Physiotherapist, London Ontario
Hey, I'm Corey — a registered physiotherapist at Break Free Physiotherapy and Wellness in London, Ontario.
I grew up right here in London and completed both my Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology and my Master of Physical Therapy at Western University. After graduating I had the opportunity to travel to Nepal as a physiotherapy consultant, teaching at Kathmandu University's Bachelor of Physiotherapy program — an experience that shaped how I think about education, movement, and why people hurt.
I'm passionate about helping people understand their pain — not just treat it. My approach looks at the full picture: the physical, the social, and the psychological factors that affect how your body heals. I know that after an injury, it's easy to feel anxious or afraid to move. My job is to help you understand what's actually going on and give you strategies that work for your life.
What I Focus On
Conditions I commonly treat:
Lower back pain and sciatica
Neck pain and cervicogenic headaches
Disc-related injuries
Chronic and persistent pain
Sports and activity-related injuries
TMJ and jaw pain
Dizziness and vestibular conditions
Concussion rehabilitation
Extremity injuries (shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, knee, ankle)
Services I provide:
Orthopedic physiotherapy
McKenzie Method assessment and treatment
Mulligan Concept mobilization
Orthopaedic manual and manipulative physiotherapy
Acupuncture
Dry needling
Vestibular rehabilitation
Concussion rehabilitation
Exercise rehabilitation
Pain education
My Clinical Approach
I use the McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT) — a systematic, evidence-based approach to assessing and treating spinal and musculoskeletal pain using repeated movement testing and classification. It's one of the most researched physiotherapy methods available for back and neck pain, and it's particularly effective for disc-related conditions.
I believe recovery isn't just about finding the right exercise or technique. It's about understanding the problem, building confidence, and progressively returning to the things that matter to you. I want to give you the tools to heal — and the knowledge to prevent it from coming back.
Education and Credentials
Designations
PT, MPT, BA (Kin)
Master of Physical Therapy (MPT), Western University
Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology, Western University
McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT) — Certified
Registered with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
Member, Canadian Physiotherapy Association
Member, Ontario Physiotherapy Association
Post-Graduate Training
McKenzie Method Part A: The Lumbar Spine
McKenzie Method Part B: The Cervical and Thoracic Spine
McKenzie Method Part C: Advanced Lumbar Spine and Lower Extremities
McKenzie Method Part D: Advanced Cervical Spine and Upper Extremities
McKenzie Method Advanced Extremities
Mulligan Concept — Lower Quadrant
Mulligan Concept — Upper Quadrant
Level 1 Advanced Orthopaedic Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy
Level 2 Lower Quadrant Advanced Orthopaedic Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy
Level 2 Upper Quadrant Advanced Orthopaedic Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy
APTEI: Introduction to Acupuncture and Dry Needling
APTEI: Upper Extremity Acupuncture and Dry Needling
Concussion Management Levels 1 and 2 (Shannon McGuire)
ImPACT Trained Physiotherapist Program
Vestibular Rehabilitation — Orthopaedic Division
Diagnostic Imaging Key Clinical Skills
Bone Fit Clinical
Reconciling Biomechanics with Pain Science (Greg Lehman)
COMPASS Interactive Level 1: Patient CARE and Soft Skills
Frequently Asked Questions
What conditions does Corey treat? Corey treats lower back pain, sciatica, disc-related injuries, neck pain, cervicogenic headaches, chronic pain, TMJ, and sports injuries at Break Free Physiotherapy in London, Ontario.
Does Corey use the McKenzie Method? Yes. Corey is certified in the McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy — a research-backed approach to assessing and treating back and neck pain using repeated movement classification.
Does Corey offer acupuncture? Yes. Corey holds acupuncture certification and integrates it into treatment when it makes clinical sense, particularly for chronic pain and muscle tension.
Can Corey help with chronic or persistent pain? Yes. Corey has a particular interest in helping people who have been dealing with pain for months or years and haven't found lasting relief. His approach addresses the physical, psychological, and social factors that contribute to persistent pain.
Where does Corey practice? Corey practices at Break Free Physiotherapy and Wellness, located at 1444 Glenora Drive, Unit 7, in the Northridge neighbourhood of Northeast London, Ontario.
