OUR TEAM

Meet the professional and dedicated team at Zero Gravity Physiotherapy.

Dave Cuviello

DAVID CUVIELLO

MSC.PT, BKIN

David Cuviello, MSc. PT, is a Registered Physiotherapist with over 16 years of clinical experience in the field of orthopedics. He graduated in 2006 with his Bachelors in Kinesiology from Brock University, and attained his Masters of Science in Physiotherapy from McMaster University in 2008. David believes that the key to providing quality care is by continually updating skills through ongoing education. He has furthered his knowledge by completing courses in advanced manual therapy and spinal care through the Orthopedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association, and other institutions of manual therapy. In addition, David has completed courses in Graston Therapy, Active Release Therapy, athletic taping, contemporary medical acupuncture, and recently, vestibular and vertigo rehabilitation.

His goal was to create a clinic environment that provided a comprehensive array of therapies, all in one location. Zero Gravity Physiotherapy is that clinic. David oversees all aspects of rehabilitation and custom bracing in the clinic, and ensures that each patient is seen one-on-one, each and every visit, with a focus on specific manual therapy techniques that alleviate and correct your specific injury. David is an expert manual therapy practitioner and utilizes a combination of Active Release Therapy, Graston Therapy, joint mobilizations and manipulations, medical acupuncture, athletic taping, and vertigo therapy. In addition, David is able to refer patients for orthopedic surgeon consultation with our consulting orthopedic surgeons. This is ideal for patients requiring joint injections, or possible joint surgery.

David and his family are Welland residents, and when he is away from the clinic, he enjoys exercising at the local YMCA, coaching soccer, and spending time with his wife Mila, and three sons Maximilian, Remy, and Jack.


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Attila Kozma
MSC.PT

Attila Kozma, MSc. PT, is a Registered Physiotherapist with over 11 years of clinical experience in the field of orthopedics. He graduated in 2005 with his Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology from McMaster, and attained his Masters of Science in Physiotherapy from McMaster University in 2008. Attila believes in providing quality one on one care and utilizing the latest evidence based treatments. He has taken numerous courses in manual therapy, acupuncture, and TMJ disorders.

When he is away from the clinic, he enjoys hiking, mountain biking and spending time with his wife Heather, son Colton and daughter Chloe.


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Caleb Coolen
MSC.PT, BKIN

Caleb is a Registered Physiotherapist who graduated from University of Toronto’s Physical Therapy program in 2019 after completing a Bachelor of Kinesiology (Honours) degree at Brock University in 2017.

Caleb brings an array of clinical experience mainly in orthopaedics but also in hospital and pediatric settings. He enjoys developing comprehensive rehab programs together with his patients to help them reach their goals. He believes in an active approach to rehab and uses a combination of exercise, education, manual therapy, and self-management strategies with his patients. Caleb has done additional training in vestibular rehab and chronic pain management and continues to learn through educational courses and regular reviews of the latest research in physiotherapy.

Caleb grew up in Niagara and lives in Welland. Outside of the clinic, he enjoys exercising, playing hockey, soccer and volleyball, being outdoors and spending time with his wife Paula and daughter Camila.


JULIA COWAN
BHK, M.Sc (PT), Pelvic Health Physiotherapist, Yoga Instructor, Hypopressives Trainer, Registered Physiotherapist

Julia is a Registered Physiotherapist with over 17 years of clinical experience. She graduated with an Honours degree in Human Kinetics from the University of Windsor in 2004 and Masters of Physiotherapy from the University of Western Ontario in 2007. Julia has trained in a wide variety of skills including: Pelvic Health Therapy, and Manual and Manipulative Therapy through the Canadian Association of Manual Physical Therapy. As well as: Therapeutic exercise and Yoga, Taping, Hypopressives Technique for core, pelvic floor and treatment of pelvic organ prolapse. She is also now accepting patients undergoing radical prostatectomy both pre- and post-operatively.

She uses a biopsychosocial approach to treatment and selects interventions with the client that will help them find their best path to healing. As a former elite athlete in soccer (U of W), figure skating, long-time weightlifter and yoga practitioner, she believes in the benefit of moving well and moving often for our overall physical and mental health.


John Mignelli
DC, TPI, BSc, Pn1

Dr. John Mignelli earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from D'Youville University in 2020. He attended Brock University previously, having graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology degree in 2015. Dr. John offers spinal manipulative therapy, manual spinal decompression, soft tissue mobilizations and cupping, acupuncture, cold laser, and incorporates rehabilitative exercise into virtually every treatment plan.

Dr. John’s approach is to be a facilitator, and use the various manual therapies listed above to empower patients and put them in a position to succeed via exercise and overall improvements to their health and fitness. Working together with patients to reach their goals and being there when they do is the reason Dr. John ended up at Zero Gravity. He prides himself on his ability to make connections with patients and build relationships rooted in trust, positivity, encouragement, and diligence.

Dr. Mignelli has an extensive education on the anatomy and kinematics of the spine and the body’s joints, as well as in skeletal radiology and physiologic therapeutics and rehab. He has spent time in various clinical and neurosurgical settings, and is currently the team trainer and Chiropractor for the Niagara Falls Jr. B Canucks. He is certified in Titleist Performance Institute golf fitness, Precision Nutrition, and RockTape FMT. When not working, Dr. John likes to keep active and participates in golf, ice hockey, rugby, and other sports during their respective seasons


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Mallory Riley
RMT

Mallory graduated with Honours from Everest College in 2013. Since then she has worked within clinics and spas gaining experience and knowledge from the two different settings. She believes in the benefits of a relaxing atmosphere while using manual therapeutic techniques. Her goal is to assist patients in returning to their active daily lifestyle with a variety of modalities including Cupping Therapy.

Mallory grew up in Niagara falls and in her spare time she loves to curl up with a good book and her cat. She also enjoys baking, sketching, and participating in an axe throwing league.


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Shannon Leveille
Physiotherapy Assistant

Shannon has nearly 20 years experience working as a physiotherapy aide in Welland. She has a kind but encouraging way of guiding each patient through their one-on-one exercise program in our gym. In addition, Shannon also provides treatment with modalities such as therapeutic ultrasound, cryotherapy and T.E.N.S., when indicated under the physiotherapist's guidance.

When she is not at work, she loves to go fishing, work in her garden or just curl up with a good book and a hot tea.


Zucel Rodriguez Cruz
Physiotherapy Assistant

After completing the Physiotherapy Assistant program at Niagara College, Zucel joined the team at Zero Gravity in 2023. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two sons.


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Teisha Sabourin
Office Manager

Teisha brings a wealth of knowledge to our team, and ensures all visits are planned in a timely and efficient manner. In addition, Teisha is able to navigate the ever changing world of insurance for you, and will be able to help you on your first visit in setting up your extended health care plan, WSIB, or MVA insurance claim.

When Teisha is not working, you can find her either in her back yard tinkering with her garden, or by the fireplace reading a book. She also loves playing the piano, singing, and spending time with her family and friends.


Danielle McGrane
Administrative Assistant

Danielle ensures all visits are planned in a timely and efficient manner. In addition, Danielle is able to navigate the ever changing world of insurance for you, and will be able to help you on your first visit in setting up your extended health care plan, WSIB, or MVA insurance claim.

When Danielle is not working, you can find her either in her back yard, playing with her two dogs or spending time with her family and friends.