Hello, I’m Aline de Castro.

I’m the Rehab Pilates Lead and a Physiotherapy Assistant at Larch House. Before moving to Canada, I worked as a physiotherapist in Brazil for over 10 years, helping people manage persistent pain, recover from injuries and surgery, restore movement, and regain confidence through rehabilitation and Pilates.

After undergoing major spinal surgery for scoliosis myself, I understand how difficult it can be to trust your body again. My experience as a physiotherapy patient from the age of 14 has shaped the way I care for people—with patience, empathy, and an understanding of both the physical and emotional sides of recovery.

I believe movement can help you rebuild your life, not just your body.

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Hello, I’m Sally Lygo.

I’m the Clinical Director and Lead Physiotherapist at Larch House, with more than 20 years of experience in physiotherapy. My background includes working in the UK’s National Health Service and spending 11 years as a British Army Physiotherapy Officer. I have extensive experience in sports injuries, tendon rehabilitation, trauma, orthopaedic conditions, stress fractures, and persistent pain.

As a former competitive rower and endurance athlete, I understand firsthand the physical and mental demands of training, injury, and recovery. I work with people of all ages—from athletes to active older adults—helping them understand their bodies, rebuild strength and confidence, and return to the activities that matter to them.

Hands-on treatment can be helpful, but I believe movement and strength are also essential parts of recovery. My approach combines evidence-informed physiotherapy with practical, individualized rehabilitation that supports long-term progress.

My goal is not simply to help you get through an injury. It is to help you regain the strength, confidence, and freedom to return to the life you love—whether that means sport, work, family, or simply trusting your body again.

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Freya Moosbrugger is Larch House’s Community Programs & Marketing Coordinator, helping create thoughtful, welcoming programs and community experiences. She brings eight years of experience in health and fitness, including group coaching, personal training, workshops, and competitive sport.

A former professional CrossFit athlete, Freya competed individually at the 2022 CrossFit Games. She is currently pursuing a degree in Event, Sport & Entertainment Management at Algonquin College, combining her background in movement and coaching with her passion for building meaningful community experiences.

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Sophia brings more than 20 years of experience in physiotherapy, athletic training, and sports medicine. Throughout her career, she has worked with individuals of all ages and activity levels, from athletes and dancers to those recovering from injury, managing persistent pain, or navigating neurological conditions. Her clinical experience spans private clinics, hospitals, and athletic settings across South Korea, the United States, and Canada.

Sophia believes that effective rehabilitation starts with listening. She takes the time to understand each person’s goals, concerns, and lifestyle before developing an individualized treatment plan designed to support meaningful, lasting results. Her approach is thoughtful, collaborative, and focused on helping people move with greater confidence and ease.

Her areas of interest include orthopaedic rehabilitation, sports injuries, spine-related pain, women’s health, Clinical Pilates, and exercise-based rehabilitation. She is particularly passionate about supporting dancers, adolescents, and individuals during the prenatal and postpartum stages of life.

Sophia’s treatment approach integrates Orthopaedic Manual Therapy, Dry Needling, Clinical Pilates assessment and treatment, Exercise Prescription, and evidence-informed practice. She also embraces the thoughtful use of technology to enhance assessment, guide treatment decisions, and optimize patient outcomes.

Whether you are recovering from an injury, returning to sport, managing persistent pain, or simply looking to move and feel better, Sophia is committed to helping you achieve your goals through compassionate, patient-centred care.

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