Sports Chiropractic for Injury Recovery & Peak Performance

At The LAB, our sports chiropractic care is tailored specifically for athletes and active individuals, whether you’re coming off an injury, pushing through the demands of training, or looking to fine-tune your movement mechanics. We go beyond the traditional chiropractic model by focusing on biomechanics, sport-specific demands, and long-term performance.

Our chiropractors work closely with everyone from professional athletes to weekend warriors and youth competitors. Each session is personalized to help you move better, recover faster, and return to sport stronger than before. Whether you’re managing back pain, a lingering shoulder issue, or mobility challenges that limit your game, our team combines manual therapy, movement correction, and rehabilitation strategies rooted in sports science.

What Makes Our Chiropractic Care Different

Our chiropractic approach is built on science, movement, and meaningful outcomes. You won’t find generic adjustments or one-size-fits-all care here.
Instead, expect longer one-on-one sessions with skilled practitioners who treat the whole athlete, not just the symptom.

 

We integrate soft tissue work, mobility restoration, and advanced rehab strategies into every plan. Whether you’re seeking pain relief or aiming to improve how you move and compete, our chiropractic care meets you where you’re at, and takes you where you want to go.

Post-Surgical Rehabilitation with a Performance Edge

Recovering from surgery doesn’t mean hitting pause on your athletic identity. At The LAB, our chiropractors are trained in advanced post-operative rehab protocols that support athletes at every phase of recovery.

We specialize in rehabilitation following procedures such as ACL reconstruction, meniscus repair, shoulder labrum surgery, FAI corrections, and tendon repairs. We coordinate with surgeons and sport physicians to build out custom recovery plans that include strength metrics, mobility goals, and progress tracking.

From your first session post-op to the moment you return to your sport, our team ensures you’re progressing with purpose, not guesswork.

Dr. Brendan Gomes​

Owner & Chiropractor

DC, D.Acu, B.Sc (Hons), CSCS, CPT, DNS, FRCms, IP, IT, SFMA

DR. Thomas Lalonde

Chiropractor

DC, B.Kin, Dip FHP, Acu, IP, IA, DNS, ART, TPI

Dr. PATRICK MAZIARZ

CHIROPRACTOR

D.C., BHSc, CCMI, Acu, CPT

Dr. Kristen Mangos

CHIROPRACTOR

DC, BSc (Hons)

Dr. Lauren Congdon

CHIROPRACTOR

DC, H.BA (Kin), A-EMCA, CSCS, FST

Trusted by Athletes at Every Level

Our chiropractors have worked with elite athletes from the NFL, NHL, CFL, MLS, and MLB, as well as NCAA, U Sports, and national-level performers. But we’re just as committed to the youth athletes, development academies, and dedicated recreational players who rely on their bodies every day.

We understand the physical, mental, and emotional investment athletes bring to their sport and we match that with expertise, precision, and care.

I’ve been exposed to and seen a lot of chiros throughout my time as a professional athlete. I can honestly say that the team at The Lab is not only the best in the biz when it comes to knowledge and treatment, but who they are as people and the relationships they build with their clients is unmatched. They’ve been a game changer 

- CHAD OWENS

CFL MVP 2012, Grey Cup Champion 2x (2009, 2012), CFL Record for most all-purpose yards in a season (2012) 

Dr. Gomes and the team at the Lab was instrumental in getting my body right in the offseason. His knowledge and treatment style set him apart. Would highly recommend to any athlete.

- Casey Cizikas

C for the New York Islanders

Dr. Brendan Gomes

(Owner, Chiropractor)

DC, D.Acu, B.Sc (Hons) CSCS, CPT, DNS, FRC, IP, IT, FMS

Dr. Brendan Gomes is the owner of The Lab – Movement & Sports Medicine. Working in the Fitness Industry for nearly a decade, as well being a competitive athletes, Dr. Gomes understands the unique physical demands of activity and sport on the body. Taking the strongest tenets from many streams of manual therapy, rehabilitative exercise and complimentary medicine; Dr. Gomes provides fuctional, evidence-based care for the athlete in sport or life.

Dr. Gomes holds a Bachelor’s Degree with specialized Honors in Kinesiology from York University. He later graduated from Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College with his Doctorate of Chiropractic in 2017. He spent 8 years as a Personal trainer, owning his own freelance personal training business, all while going to school full time.  He is also a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association and holds a strong background in exercise science, biomechanics, and sports injuries. He is certified in Biomedical Acupuncture, as well as the Lead Instructor for Integrated Seminar Series – an innovate, evidence-informed courseware in mobility, movement patterning, rehabilitation, performance biomechanics, acupuncture and integrated therapeutic interventions for other healthcare practitioners. He is a published author in the Journal of the Canadian Chiropractic Association for his paper “Femoroacetabular Impingement in Elite Hockey Goalies”. He was part of the Preseason performance team for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats in 2017 and has helped athletes at all levels – from youth, amateur, collegiate and professional ranks. He has worked with athletes from the MLB, NBA, CFL, NFL, and Ironman

Despite the extensive educational background, Dr. Gomes is a firm believer in continuing education to hone his skills and add to the toolbox. He holds certification in Athletic Taping through SportSide Medical, Functional Range Conditioning (FRC), Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilzation (DNS) and Integrated Therapeutics (IP, IT) 

His broad experience in movement and biomechanics is exhibited in his unique approach to dissect movement and identify inefficiencies and limitations associated with the condition. He is interested in finding the root cause of the dysfunction, not just treating the symptoms. He is also very passionate about patient education and awareness, to ensure the condition does not return. 

In addition, he’s formed partnerships with several gyms across the GTA, where he educates members on a complimentary basis with various workshops – to promote patient education and reduce the incidence of injury in gyms. 

Whether you are a professional athletes, avid gym-goer or weekend warrior, Dr. Gomes treats you the same – allowing you feel better, move better and perform better; in whatever it is you do. 

  • Doctor of Chiropractic 
  • Bachelor of Science with Honors in Kinesiology
  • Functional Integrated Acupuncture Certified 
  • Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist 
  • Lead Instructor for Integrated Therapeutics 
  • Functional Range Conditioning Certified 
  • Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization DNS B Certified 
  • Athletic Taping through SportSide Medical Certified 

Thomas Lalonde

(Doctorate of Chiropractic)

DC, B.Kin, Dip FHP, Acu, IP, IA, DNS, ART, TPI

Dr. Thomas Lalonde is a Chiropractor with nearly a decade of experience in the Fitness/Rehab Industry. He holds a Diploma in Fitness and Health Promotion with honours from Humber college, a Bachelor’s Degree with Honours from Brock University, and a Doctorate of Chiropractic from The Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College.

Dr. Lalonde has an extensive background in treating sport injuries, specifically specializing in Golf Performance Therapy. In 2021, he traveled with the Toronto Players Tour as their Head Therapist, He took on the role of Head Performance Therapist for an Ontario based Golf Program and  continues to serve as the Head Therapist for the Osprey Valley Open on the PGA Tour Canada.

Throughout his education, Dr. Lalonde has spent time furthering his knowledge and is also Certified in Integrated Needling Acupuncture, Integrated Assessment + Integrated Patterning, Titleist Performance Institute, Active Release Technique as well as, Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization. He is also one of the Lead Instructors for Integrated Seminar Series – an innovative, evidence-informed courseware in mobility, movement patterning, rehabilitation, and Acupuncture for other healthcare providers taught around the world.

  • Doctor of Chiropractic
  • Bachelor of Kinesiology with Honours
  • Diploma of Fitness & Health Promotion
  • Integrated Needling Acupuncture Certified
  • Integrated Assessment
  • Integrated Patterning
  • Lead Instructor for Integrated Seminar Series
  • Titleist Performance Institute Level 1&2 Medical
  • Active Release Technique
  • Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization A&B
  • Certified Personal Trainer

Riley Dane

(Registered Massage Therapist)

RMT, Hons. BA Kin

I started out in this field because I was inspired by the care and sports rehab that I received when I was an athlete. From competitive gymnastics to soccer to varsity track and field, I’ve been in and out of my fair share of clinics!

I have a passion for helping people return to doing what they love. Whether that be sports, recreational activity, or returning to a pain-free everyday life. I want to work as a team with each individual to create a treatment that fits their mental and physical needs. I believe that exercise and activity is an essential component of wellbeing and want my clients to be able to engage in these activities without compromise.

Education-wise I went to Western (GO STANGS!) for my undergrad, earning a Honours Bachelor of Arts with Specialization in Kinesiology and followed that with a Diploma of Massage Therapy from Sutherland-Chan.

In my spare time, I like to lift weights, read, play volleyball and spend time with family. I’m a huge sports fan, especially the Leafs, Raps and Jays!