Mike Cazzola, M.Sc. (PT), Hons B.Sc.
Registered Physiotherapist & Co-Owner
Mike Cazzola is a registered physiotherapist in Guelph, born and raised in the community he proudly serves. As a physiotherapist in Guelph, Mike provides evidence-based care focused on sports injury rehabilitation, concussion management, vestibular therapy, and complex musculoskeletal conditions. He works with individuals of all ages and activity levels from the general population to developing and competitive athletes helping patients recover efficiently, move confidently, and return to the activities that matter most to them.
Graduated in 2019, Mike has continued to gain clinical experience and has a background as a professional athlete, Mike brings both clinical expertise and lived experience to injury rehabilitation. He completed his Master of Science in Physiotherapy in Edinburgh, Scotland while simultaneously competing as a professional hockey player in the Elite Ice Hockey League. Balancing graduate-level physiotherapy training with high-performance sport sharpened his clinical judgment and deepened his understanding of recovery timelines, workload management, return-to-play decision-making, and long-term injury prevention.
Over a five-year professional hockey career spanning the AHL, ECHL, EIHL, and Italy, Mike experienced firsthand the physical and psychological demands of elite sport. He also played Junior A lacrosse and completed a marathon, giving him a broad perspective on strength training, endurance performance, and recovery across multiple sports. This background allows him to connect with athletes and active adults navigating both acute injuries and persistent pain conditions.
Clinical Areas of Focus
Mike has completed advanced continuing professional development in:
Concussion assessment and management
Vestibular rehabilitation for dizziness and balance disorders
Acupuncture and dry needling courses
Shoulder Pain
Advanced Integrative Musculoskeletal Program
FIFA Diploma in Football Medicine
He has a particular clinical interest in treating:
Sports-related injuries
Post-concussion symptoms
Dizziness and vertigo
Headaches and neck pain
Low back pain and sciatic pain
Shoulder and knee injuries
His physiotherapy approach is individualized, research based, and practical. Treatment plans combine hands-on therapy, progressive exercise programming, and patient education to not only reduce pain, but improve strength, mobility, and long-term resilience.
Community Involvement in Guelph
Beyond the clinic, Mike remains actively involved in the Guelph community. He contributes to athlete development through his involvement with the Guelph Minor Hockey Association and organizes an annual charity event supporting local organizations including:
Guelph-Wellington Children's Foundation
Hopewell Support Services
Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis
His commitment to physiotherapy extends beyond rehabilitation, he is dedicated to strengthening the health and resilience of the Guelph community.
Philosophy
Mike believes effective physiotherapy goes beyond symptom relief. His goal is to restore movement quality, build physical capacity, and empower patients with the tools they need to stay active long-term. Whether recovering from a sports injury, managing concussion symptoms, experiencing dizziness, or dealing with persistent musculoskeletal pain, patients receive personalized physiotherapy in Guelph designed to support lasting results.