Athletic Therapy

Certified Athletic Therapists are best known for their quick-thinking on-field emergency care of professional and elite athletes. The first to respond when someone gets hurt, they are experts at injury assessment and rehabilitation. It’s that same mix of on-site care and active rehabilitation skills that makes Athletic Therapists so effective in treating the musculoskeletal (muscles, bones, and... Read More

Certified Athletic Therapists are best known for their quick-thinking on-field emergency care of professional and elite athletes. The first to respond when someone gets hurt, they are experts at injury assessment and rehabilitation. It’s that same mix of on-site care and active rehabilitation skills that makes Athletic Therapists so effective in treating the musculoskeletal (muscles, bones, and joints) injuries of all Canadians, whether on the field or in the clinic.

Athletic therapists adhere to the Sports Medicine Model of care. They treat a wide range of patients, from kids with concussions to seniors recovering from hip replacement surgery, using various manual therapies, modalities, exercise prescription and even bracing and taping. The treatment varies but the objective doesn’t: an Athletic Therapist's goal is to help clients return to their usual activities, whether that means playing competitive sports or walking to the mailbox and back.


Registered Massage Therapy

Registered Massage Therapists (RMT's) in British Columbia are health care professionals committed to restoring and maintaining optimal health and pain-free function of the body. They are educated and trained to accurately assess and treat with techniques that include massage and manual therapy, joint mobilization, hydrotherapy, and rehabilitative exercise such as stretching, strengthening, p... Read More

Registered Massage Therapists (RMT's) in British Columbia are health care professionals committed to restoring and maintaining optimal health and pain-free function of the body.

They are educated and trained to accurately assess and treat with techniques that include massage and manual therapy, joint mobilization, hydrotherapy, and rehabilitative exercise such as stretching, strengthening, postural exercise and patient education.

Massage Therapy is an effective approach to pain management and rehabilitation. RMT’s are effective in treating and providing relief for a wide range of conditions such as migraine headaches, tendonitis, arthritis, osteoporosis, fibromyalgia, sports injuries, as well as many other common conditions related to soft tissue and joint dysfunction.


Physiotherapy

Seek the expert advice of a Physiotherapist to treat your musculoskeletal or orthopaedic concern. Our Physiotherapy team uses a wide variety of treatment techniques including manual therapy, dry needling/IMS, exercise, movement training, education, and lifestyle interventions.


TCM and Acupuncture

Acupuncture is a complementary medical practice that entails stimulating certain points on the body, most often with a needle penetrating the skin, to alleviate pain or to help treat various health conditions.


Naturopathic Medicine

Naturopathic medicine is a system that uses natural remedies to help the body heal itself. It embraces many therapies, including herbs, massage, acupuncture, exercise, and nutritional counseling.


Chiropractic & Orthotics

Chiropractic doctors are spine, muscle and nervous system experts who are trained to treat patients suffering from neck and back pain, headaches, sprains and strains, amongst many other conditions.
Chiropractic focuses on the health of your spine, joints and nervous system. Chiropractic doctors perform gentle “adjustments” to help restore joint function, reduce pain, and improve range of motion.


Naturopathic Medicine - Biofeedback/Mindfulness Therapies

Please note: Dr. Baum is not currently taking new patients. Biofeedback is a collaborative process. It is a method that teaches you how to self-regulate your mind and body. It is real time training where you are connected to physiological sensors and are able to see how your body is functioning (respiration rate, temperature, heart rate etc). With training and home practice, you will be abl... Read More

Please note: Dr. Baum is not currently taking new patients.
Biofeedback is a collaborative process. It is a method that teaches you how to self-regulate your mind and body. It is real time training where you are connected to physiological sensors and are able to see how your body is functioning (respiration rate, temperature, heart rate etc). With training and home practice, you will be able to regulate some of the responses and make new psycho-physiological connections enabling you to decrease negative symptoms and bring about health. You are retraining your nervous system to be more resilient. Sessions include: Biofeedback Training, Breathwork and Breath Retraining and mindfulness therapies.


Pilates

Mat Pilates is an extremely effective discipline of exercise that rebuilds the body from its center spinal column, out to the periphery. All Pilates movements are initiated from the central core of the body. Pilates is recognised as a key component of any rehabilitative program; its emphasis on the internal stabilizer muscles, enabling the body to move efficiently and thus preventing injury.... Read More

Mat Pilates is an extremely effective discipline of exercise that rebuilds the body from its center spinal column, out to the periphery. All Pilates movements are initiated from the central core of the body.

Pilates is recognised as a key component of any rehabilitative program; its emphasis on the internal stabilizer muscles, enabling the body to move efficiently and thus preventing injury. As a preventative system of movement, Pilates focuses on core strength and proper alignment. Pilates exercises help to build bone density, increase joint mobility, improve muscle tone and overall strength and flexibility of the body.

Pilates will dramatically change the way you feel, perform and live!

Benefits of Mat Pilates:
-Increases strength, flexibility and core stability
-Corrects structural imbalances to improve posture
-Builds long, lean muscle that elongates the body
-Decompresses the spine and restores spinal health and vitality
-Increases joint mobility and range of motion
-Builds a uniformly developed body which moves with fluid ease and grace
-Teaches neuro-muscular patterning and body awareness
-Improves coordination, balance and proprioceptive vision

Pilates benefits everyone; men and women of all fitness levels and all ages.


Please Note: Dr. Baum is not currently taking new patients.

Dr Simone Baum uses a compassionate and supportive approach to help bring about meaningful change.

She uses different evidence based modalities to assist in helping individuals find their path to health and vitality:

• Biofeedback & HRV Biofeedback

• Meditation & Mindfulness Training

• Compassion & Gratitude Practices

• Breathwork and Breath Retraining

• Autogenic Training

• Guided Imagery

• Physical and Postural Exercises

• Journaling

Her sessions help in the management of:

• Addictions

• Anxiety

• Asthma

• ADD/ADHD/Emotional Dysregulation

• Chronic pain

• Depression

• Fatigue

• Headaches

• High blood pressure

• Hyperactivity

• Insomnia

• Irritable bowel syndrome/SIBO

• Panic attacks / PTSD

• PMS/Perimenopause/Menopause

• Raynaud’s disease

• Stress

• Trauma

Dr Simone Baum received her Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine, Certificate of Counseling Honours and a Professional Biofeedback Certificate Training from Bastyr University. She received a BA with honors in psychology from McGill University. She trained under and has ongoing mentorship with Dr Brad Lichtenstein, ND BCB BCB-HRV. She is currently undertaking her Master of Arts in counseling psychology at Yorkville University.

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Disciplines: - Sports Injury - Exercise Prescription - Prehabilitation - Rehabilitation - Acupuncture / IMS - Bike Fitting

Aaron completed his bachelor’s of Kinesiology and master’s of Physical Therapy at the University of British Columbia. Throughout his education, he worked as a Kinesiologist and Strength & Conditioning coach in the Vancouver area. As an elite mountain bike racer and sports enthusiast, Aaron focuses in sport and other orthopaedic injuries. He uses his strength and conditioning background as a key component of his treatment along with manual therapy and patient education. Aaron assesses and treats your current complaint but also teaches you how to stay injury free with preventative strategies.

Disciplines: - Sports Injury - Exercise Prescription - Prehabilitation - Rehabilitation - Ac... Read More

Dr. Shauna Fraser believes that when a person is in optimal health, there is no limit to what they can achieve.

Areas of Focus:

• Sports and performance medicine

• Pain management

• IV Therapy

• Treating chronic and acute disease

• Lab testing

• Nutrition optimization

• Medication and supplementation

• Lifestyle coaching

• Therapeutic injections using ultra-sound guidance (Prolotherapy, Corticosteroids, and Hyaluronic Acid)

Dr. Shauna’s practice is built upon a passion for working with patients to educate, empower, and create sustainable health goals. She enjoys collaborating with patients and their team of healthcare professionals to help patients live and feel their best.

When not in the clinic you can find her hiking through the mountains, biking around the city, or catching up on some reading near the ocean.

Dr. Shauna Fraser believes that when a person is in optimal health, there is no limit to what the... Read More

Rachel is a Registered Massage Therapist and a Certified Athletic Therapist. She has completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic & Exercise Therapy and a Diploma in Massage Therapy. Continuously learning, Rachel has training in RockPods Cupping and IASTM (Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization), and is currently looking into more opportunities to add to her therapy tool box.

Rachel has an extensive background working with athletes of all backgrounds, from industrial athletes to weekend warriors to high-level performers. She performs manual therapy and therapeutic massage to assist in the rehabilitation process. Rachel is a believer that the client knows their body best and that massage therapy is not a one size fits all plan; she will work with you to find a treatment process that fits you and your lifestyle and goals.

On days she’s not treating in the clinic, Rachel can be found working on the sidelines for a variety of sports teams, helping to assess and manage acute injuries in real time. When not working, she prioritizes her own health by strength training and hiking with her pup Rosie.

Rachel is a Registered Massage Therapist and a Certified Athletic Therapist. She has completed a ... Read More

Chris completed his Masters of Physical Therapy at UBC after a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at the University of New Brunswick. He has several years of experience working as a personal trainer and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. This passion for helping his clients achieve greater health and reach their goals was the driving force that led Chris to pursue a career in physiotherapy. His knowledge and experience allow him to provide progressive and complete rehabilitation to his clients. Chris enjoys working with a wide range of individuals but has a few areas of particular interest which include shoulder, knee, and hip pain, running related injuries, healthy aging, and injury risk reduction. He has also undergone advanced training in lower back and shoulder conditions. His practice is guided by current research, clinical experiences, and patient preference. He views exercise prescription and education as essential components of all treatment plans. Chris believes that people experiencing pain and decreased function should not just be rehabilitated back to their baseline but that their journey should continue to progress to greater health and performance.

Since moving to BC from Nova Scotia in 2006, Chris has been captivated by the wide range of outdoor activities that the West Coast has to offer. In his spare time he can often be found hiking, trail running, mountain biking, or skiing in the local mountains.

Chris completed his Masters of Physical Therapy at UBC after a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology... Read More

Hailey received her Pilates Certifications from The Physical Mind Institute in May, 2023. She holds full certifications in The Pilates Method Classical Mat and Reformer Pilates.

Hailey started dancing at a young age and her love for ballet is what drew her to the precision and control involved in Pilates exercises as a form of fitness and Health maintenance in her own life.

She will work with you one on one to achieve your personal strength and fitness goals.

Hailey loves cats, reading, art, musical theatre, skiing and cake!

Hailey received her Pilates Certifications from The Physical Mind Institute in May, 2023. She hol... Read More

Scott is a Certified Athletic Therapist recognized by the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association. He has years of experience relieving pain due to both acute and chronic injury throughout the musculoskeletal system — and has developed two distinct areas of specialization:

· spinal and pelvic realignment · unique treatment and consultation for head and neck injuries.

After graduating from Sheridan College with a degree in Applied Health Sciences, Scott pursued a career helping top end professional athletes meet and maintain their goals. He has worked with a number of elite and professional teams in Vancouver such as the BC Lions and Vancouver Whitecaps women’s soccer club. Most recently, Scott served as the Head Athletic Therapist for the Vancouver Giants organization, where he developed a strong passion for understanding, managing and preventing head injuries.

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Jessica is a Registered Massage Therapist who is passionate about health and wellness. She completed her Honours Specialization in Kinesiology at the University of Western Ontario in 2013 and continued her studies at the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy, graduating with honours in 2015.

She provides therapeutic massage treatments to assist in the rehabilitation and prevention of injuries as well as relaxation massages to promote stress reduction. Jessica also has additional training in pregnancy massage and breast and anterior chest massage. Anterior chest massage can be helpful to reduce breast pain associated with pregnancy, menstruation or post-surgery.

Jessica also works at the Vancouver College of Massage Therapy as a Senior Instructor and enjoys educating future RMTs. In her spare time, you’ll find her walking her dog on the seawall and spending time with her family.

Jessica is a Registered Massage Therapist who is passionate about health and wellness. She comple... Read More

Dr. Morgyn Olmstead received her Doctor of Chiropractic degree from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto. Prior to that, she studied Kinesiology at the University of Saskatchewan where she also ran track as an 800m runner.

Morgyn believes in taking a very human centric and collaborative approach to care taking into account each patient’s personal preferences, goals, expectations and lived experiences. Morgyn aims to leave her patients feeling heard and understood, educated about their body and feeling confident to continue moving and living pain free between sessions.

Morgyn has a strong interest in treating runners, desk workers and those in chronic pain. She primarily utilizes deep soft tissue and muscle release techniques, specific and targeted exercises as well as spinal manipulative therapy. Morgyn is certified in Functional Gait Assessment Level 1 which allows her to confidently assess gait and foot mechanics as well as cast orthotics.

Outside of work Morgyn’s life is a fun mix of all things creative, fashion and adventure. You can often find her crocheting something new, reading in the park, going to a workout class or planning her next mountain adventure.

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Sharon is a Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner, (Registered Acupuncturist R.Ac, R.TCM.P, Dr.TCM ). She completed her diploma of Acupuncture, TCM Herbalist and Dr. TCM at PCU college.

By using the theory of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Sharon is passionate about using acupuncture to treat issues such as pain relief, stress, anxiety/depression, insomnia, stomach distension, women’s health and internal medicine.

In her spare time Sharon enjoys travelling, Hiking, cooking and photography.

Sharon is a Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner, (Registered Acupuncturist R.Ac, R.TCM.P, D... Read More

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