Jalisa den Hartog (she/her)

Jalisa den Hartog is a highly skilled and passionate physiotherapist specializing in orthopedics, pelvic health, and pilates. With bilingual fluency in English and French, she brings an international perspective shaped by her upbringing in New Brunswick, Qatar, and Oman before returning to Canada.

Jalisa earned an Honours degree in Kinesiology from Dalhousie University, followed by valuable experience as a research coordinator in the Orthopaedics department at the QEII Hospital. Here, she gained extensive knowledge of surgical protocols and cutting-edge advancements in sports medicine and orthopedics, sparking her initial interest in pelvic health.

Jalisa continued her academic journey at McGill University, earning a master’s degree in physiotherapy. Driven by her passion for pelvic health, she pursued advanced training in pelvic health physiotherapy and yoga for pelvic pain, as well as becoming a certified Pilates instructor. This comprehensive training allows her to integrate movement-based therapies into her practice, promoting optimal recovery and overall well-being for her patients.

As Jalisa began her physiotherapy practice, her professional interests continued to evolve, particularly in the areas of chronic pain conditions and hypermobility disorders. She developed a deep appreciation for the complexities of these conditions and sought further education to enhance her ability to support patients facing long-term challenges. Jalisa has completed specialized courses aimed at improving her understanding and treatment of these populations, allowing her to deliver evidence-based care that addresses their unique needs. Drawing on her expertise, she developed the Pelvic Pain and Pelvic Core classes at Synergy, creating innovative programs designed to empower individuals through education and targeted movement-based approaches. These initiatives reflect her holistic approach to physiotherapy, emphasizing the interconnected aspects of movement, function, and overall quality of life.

Jalisa’s dedication to advancing physiotherapy is also evident in her research efforts. Her master’s thesis on urinary incontinence in female athletes has gained recognition, with a presentation at the International Continence Society conference in Toronto, aiming to improve physiotherapy practices across Canada.

Outside of her professional life, Jalisa is an advocate for an active and creative lifestyle. A former competitive swimmer, she enjoys traveling, surfing, hiking, and expressing herself through painting and drawing. She also cherishes quality time with loved ones, including her beloved cat, Tuna.

Jalisa’s holistic approach combines her expertise in orthopedics, pelvic health, pilates, chronic pain, hypermobility disorders, and evidence-based research to deliver personalized care for patients of all genders and gender-diverse populations.

Pelvic Health Training

● Level 1: The Physical Therapy Approach to Anyone Experiencing Urinary Incontinence, Uro Santé

● Level 2: The Role of Physiotherapy in the Treatment of Anyone Experiencing Pelvic Pain, Pelvic Health Solutions

● Level 3: Biopsychosocial Reframed, Pelvic Health Solutions

● The Physical Therapy Approach to Male Pelvic Health, Uro Santé

● Active Screening of the Pelvis Part I – Treating Men with the IPC Framework / Intro to McKenzie Method, Di Wu

● Pelvic Health Care for Trans and Gender Diverse People, Pelvic Health Solutions

● Trauma and the Pelvic Floor, Pelvic Health Solutions

● Diaphragm and the Pelvic Floor – Adult Populations, Julie Wiebe

● Introductory Electrical Stimulation for Pelvic Health, Pelvic Health Solutions

● The Evil Triplets of Female Pelvic Pain: Endometriosis, Interstitial Cystitis/Painful Bladder Syndrome and Pudendal Neuralgia (& Their Friends…), Pelvic Health Solutions and Michelle Lyons

● Hypopressive Technique / Hypopressives Workshop, Trista Zinn Hypopressives Canada

● Kegels & Orgasms: Pelvic Health and Intimacy, ASK Physiotherapy

● Intro to Professionals Talk Sex, Sex Ed East

● Labour and Delivery, Citadel Prenatal

● Special Considerations for Caesarean Section: Preparing for and Recovering from Belly Birth, Katie Kelly

● Core Training & The Pelvic Floor, Foundation Physio & Wellness

● Maritime Pelvic Health Conference (2022–2025)

Hypermobility & EDS Courses

● Training Strategies for the Hypermobile Body, Jill Zimmerman & Cat Cowey

● Hypermobility Solution Course, Cathy Walker

● Sexual and Pelvic Health in EDS, POTS, & MCAS, Pelvic University

● Female Health Summit: Pelvic, Reproductive, and Systemic Care for EDS/HSD, Ehlers Danlos Society

● EDS/HSD International 2025 Symposium

Running & Athletic Population

● Treating and Training the Female Runner, Julie Wiebe

● Real Running Course: A Practical Framework to Assessing and Treating Runners, The Running Physio

● Running Workshop, Optimize Physiotherapy

Pilates, Yoga & Functional Movement

● Rio Pilates Instructor Certification, Rio Studio

● Clinical Pilates with a Pelvic Health Perspective – Advanced Level, Jessica Bergevin

● Intro to Yoga for HCPs: Personal and Patient Care Now and in the Future, Embodia

Broader Clinical & Professional Development

● Telerehab: The Vehicle for Rehabbing the Treatment of MSK Problems, Embodia

● Oncology and Arthritis, Embodia

● Pulmonary Rehabilitation in Interstitial Lung Disease, Embodia

● Understanding Neck Pain, Foundation Physio & Wellness

● How To Treat Persistent Concussion Symptoms Effectively, Complete Concussion Management

● What Every HCP Should Know About Injections for Knee Osteoarthritis, Bia Formations