Welcome to Active Balance Physiotherapy Studio.

We are excited to meet you! When you come in for your initial appointment we will ask you some questions about your injury, your health history, your activities, and your goals for treatment. We will then do an assessment of your injury and determine its underlying cause. We will begin your treatment, develop a treatment plan, and give you some exercises to empower you as your work on your treatment goals!

We are committed to keeping our community and you safe and have enhanced cleaning and sanitizing procedures in place. Please be advised that we are unable to treat clients who have any symptoms of COVID-19 or any respiratory symptoms.

We are also pleased to let you know that we will also offer ONLINE VIDEO APPOINTMENTS (TELEHEALTH) appointments. Telehealth sessions allow you to seamlessly continue with your rehabilitation goals if you are unable to physically come in for an appointment. The clients that have tried TELEHEALTH have been very pleased the appointments and have progressed very well. One of the best parts is empowering you to work on your exercises yourself. Many third party benefit providers are covering these sessions. Telehealth sessions allow you to seamlessly continue with your rehabilitation goals during this time of physical distancing.

Please contact our clinic if you have any further questions at 250 208 5942 or email us at info@activebalancephysio.com

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Physiotherapy

Our Physiotherapists are trained to diagnose injuries and implement individualized treatment plans. By listening to your story, understanding your goals, and providing a hands-on assessment, we are able to determine the primary underlying cause of your injuries. We use hands-on physiotherapy treatment, movement retraining, exercise prescription, therapeutic modalities, taping, and coaching to n... Read More

Our Physiotherapists are trained to diagnose injuries and implement individualized treatment plans. By listening to your story, understanding your goals, and providing a hands-on assessment, we are able to determine the primary underlying cause of your injuries. We use hands-on physiotherapy treatment, movement retraining, exercise prescription, therapeutic modalities, taping, and coaching to normalize our clients' body biomechanics and kinetics to create effective, connected, and efficient body performance.
Physiotherapy is appropriate to treat:
- Orthopaedic injury (sprains, strains, aches, pains)
- Fractures
- Surgery (shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand, total hip replacement, total knee replacement, arthroscopic knee surgery, ligament repair surgery, abdominal, ankle, foot, and toes)
- Arthritis
- Neck and back pain
- Disc injuries
- Headaches and migraines
- Dizzyness and vertigo
- Concussion
- Sports injuries
- Balance and Fall Prevention
- Women's Health (disastasis recti, incontinence, pain in pregnant & post partum mama's + more)
- Pediatric Physiotherapy
- Oncology Rehab


ICBC Physiotherapy

This treatment is for individuals with ICBC coverage after an accident. ICBC will cover 25 physiotherapy visits within the first 3 months after your accident. We will be contacting you to request additional information including your ICBC claim number. Our physiotherapists will provide you with a complete physical assessment, assess your timelines and goals for rehabilitation, and develop a... Read More

This treatment is for individuals with ICBC coverage after an accident. ICBC will cover 25 physiotherapy visits within the first 3 months after your accident. We will be contacting you to request additional information including your ICBC claim number.

Our physiotherapists will provide you with a complete physical assessment, assess your timelines and goals for rehabilitation, and develop a customized treatment plan to get you back to all the activities you love.

We use hands-on treatment, functional movement training, detailed home exercise programs for flexibility, strength or posture, therapeutic modalities, taping, and coaching to normalize your body’s biomechanics and kinetics to create effective, connected, and efficient body performance.

You’ll leave your initial appointment with a plan for your recovery and a home exercise program to get started on your own.

Our physiotherapists are licensed with the College of Physical Therapy of British Columbia (CPTBC) and members of the Physiotherapy Associations of Canada (CPA) and British Columbia (PABC).


Telehealth Physiotherapy

MYTH: The quality of care provided by virtual visits is not as good as the care in a face-to-face visit FACT: While in person visits are essential in *some* cases, there are MANY scenarios in which virtual visits can provide the same standard of care. *Physical Distancing regulations do not allow face to face treatment* *You live in a community that does not have physiotherapy services, o... Read More

MYTH: The quality of care provided by virtual visits is not as good as the care in a face-to-face visit
FACT: While in person visits are essential in *some* cases, there are MANY scenarios in which virtual visits can provide the same standard of care.

*Physical Distancing regulations do not allow face to face treatment*
*You live in a community that does not have physiotherapy services, or the task of getting to an appointment + the drive takes hours out of your day.
* It is challenging for you to be able to leave the home to get to an appointment
* You want the 1:1 attention you receive with your physiotherapist via our online services in the privacy of your home

We are currently able to provide online telehealth services to individuals living ANYWHERE in BC or the Northwest Territories with internet access.
Accessibily from Anywhere ~ Eliminating geography as the barrier in your quality of health!

Connect with your practitioner via LIVE video feed to start working towards your goals now!


Vestibular Therapy

Vestibular physiotherapy includes a thorough assessment of your vestibular system including BPPV tests, eye-tracking tests, and balance and gait assessments. With the results, they will develop a customized treatment plan to minimize vertigo, dizziness, imbalance, and falls. A treatment plan could include the Epley maneuver, gaze stability exercises, balance retraining, hands-on treatment, aero... Read More

Vestibular physiotherapy includes a thorough assessment of your vestibular system including BPPV tests, eye-tracking tests, and balance and gait assessments. With the results, they will develop a customized treatment plan to minimize vertigo, dizziness, imbalance, and falls. A treatment plan could include the Epley maneuver, gaze stability exercises, balance retraining, hands-on treatment, aerobic exercise, and recommendations around planning and pacing. Our goal is to help you return to the activities you love.


Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy

Pelvic Floor Physiotherapists assess and treat muscles located at the base of the pelvis that control function of the urinary, bowel and sexual organs as well as core stability. Like other muscles, we can improve strength, endurance, and coordination of pelvic floor muscles. Pelvic floor dysfunction can affect all people and is not limited to elderly or pregnant people. Pelvic health dysfunctio... Read More

Pelvic Floor Physiotherapists assess and treat muscles located at the base of the pelvis that control function of the urinary, bowel and sexual organs as well as core stability. Like other muscles, we can improve strength, endurance, and coordination of pelvic floor muscles. Pelvic floor dysfunction can affect all people and is not limited to elderly or pregnant people. Pelvic health dysfunction is not a natural part of aging nor is it considered “normal.”
- incontinence and urgency
- pelvic pain and pain with intercourse
- prolapse
- diastasis recti (separation of the abdominals)
- low back and hip pain originating from the pelvis
- post-surgical (prolapse, hysterectomy, oncology) rehabilitation
- pregnancy and postpartum symptoms
- many other conditions!


Concussion

Our concussion program includes physiotherapy assessment, treatment, and education for all ages who have sustained an acute concussion or for those experiencing chronic and persistent concussion symptoms. Our rehabilitation approach addresses: the cervical spine, cognitive function, dizziness, vestibular dysfunction, affective disturbances, headaches, and cardiovascular abnormalities. Our conc... Read More

Our concussion program includes physiotherapy assessment, treatment, and education for all ages who have sustained an acute concussion or for those experiencing chronic and persistent concussion symptoms. Our rehabilitation approach addresses: the cervical spine, cognitive function, dizziness, vestibular dysfunction, affective disturbances, headaches, and cardiovascular abnormalities. Our concussion management program includes goal setting and treatment plans for a return to sport, work, and school. At Active Balance Physiotherapy Studio we are here to support you and help you return to activities you love. Our approach is primarily physiotherapy and exercise-based with referrals made to other rehabilitation professionals as needed.

At Active Balance Physiotherapy Studio, we recognize the nervous system and brain can take time to heal so we have developed a progressive program to support you and help you return to activities you love.

Stage 1: Assessment and collaborative treatment planning. This includes identifying triggers and creating informed strategies to minimize symptoms such as sleep hygiene, activity guidelines, and heart rate assessment and guidelines
Stage 2: Development of individualized exercise program to address areas of deficit and hands-on treatment as indicated.
Stage 3: Continued exercise, exercise progression, and hands-on treatment as indicated.
Stage 4: Graduated return to work and play.
Stage 5: Graduation from the program.


Custom Bracing

Our Registered Physiotherapists are professionally trained to prescribe and measure for your brace. We are movement specialists and we take the time to find out about how you move, analyze your activities, and find the brace that works for you so that you can keep moving and active! We sell high-quality products from the leading brace manufacturers worldwide including Bauerfeind, Push, Serola... Read More

Our Registered Physiotherapists are professionally trained to prescribe and measure for your brace. We are movement specialists and we take the time to find out about how you move, analyze your activities, and find the brace that works for you so that you can keep moving and active! We sell high-quality products from the leading brace manufacturers worldwide including Bauerfeind, Push, Serola, and M Brace.

The session will include:
1. assessment of your current needs, limitations, goals for activity
2. assessment of the joint for the brace with respect to instability and diagnosis
3. measurement for the brace
4. pain management/exercises to get you started on a treatment plan
5. prescription for the brace for your medical plan


Ergonomics Assessment

Ergonomic assessment may be indicated if you or your employees are experiencing back pain, neck pain, headaches, shoulder pain or carpal tunnel syndrome. If your workstation is not set up properly, the repetitive strain on your body can affect productivity, lead to acute or chronic pain, and limit your ability to enjoy doing the things you love. Our Ergonomic Assessment is performed by a Reg... Read More

Ergonomic assessment may be indicated if you or your employees are experiencing back pain, neck pain, headaches, shoulder pain or carpal tunnel syndrome. If your workstation is not set up properly, the repetitive strain on your body can affect productivity, lead to acute or chronic pain, and limit your ability to enjoy doing the things you love.
Our Ergonomic Assessment is performed by a Registered Physiotherapist and includes a review of employee-specific current concerns, pre-existing injuries, work history and work tasks. The assessment includes specific measurements of the workspace, chair set up, and position of monitor, keyboard, and mouse. The therapist will make recommendations for improvements, adjustments, and product recommendations in a report. You will also receive education on how to reduce the effects of repetitive strain injury including preventative measures, exercises/stretch breaks and postural correction.


Coaching and Consulting

~ Establishing your goals and mentoring and helping you achieve these goals to achieve your full potential in life, business, in travel, and in sport.
~ Providing Expert Opinion and Advice.


Kinesiology Therapy

What is Kinesiology? Kinesiology is the study of human movement and as health care professionals they prescribe and teach you exercises to optimize your movement patterns, range of motion, flexibility, strength, balance, fitness, and endurance. Kinesiologists help you to use sport specific skills to improve your performance. Kinesiologists work with your mind set to develop healthy exercise ro... Read More

What is Kinesiology?
Kinesiology is the study of human movement and as health care professionals they prescribe and teach you exercises to optimize your movement patterns, range of motion, flexibility, strength, balance, fitness, and endurance. Kinesiologists help you to use sport specific skills to improve your performance. Kinesiologists work with your mind set to develop healthy exercise routines and schedules.

Why would you see a Kinesiologist?
Anyone can benefit from Kinesiology. We are trained to help with rehabilitation, occupational therapy, and sport and exercise physiology. Whether you have a running injury, have been in a motor vehicle accident, have chronic musculoskeletal injuries or are struggling with some of the effects of aging, exercise therapy with a kinesiologist will help.

WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Kinesiologist will perform a thorough individualized assessment that examines your condition, your lifestyle, your hurdles, and your goals. We will then work prescribe and teach you an exercise program. She will create a treatment plan focussed on exercise to help you to return to your normal activities, work, sport, and hobbies. We treat people of all ages including both athletes and seniors who want to improve their health or manage chronic conditions. Exercise sessions will be 30-45 minutes in the clinic.
This can be done in the clinic 1:1 and also done at home in between sessions if you want.

You should come prepared in athletic footwear and clothing. Kinesiology is fun, motivating, and research shows “exercise is the new medicine!”

Kinesiology Exercise Programs are appropriate for:

Recovering from ICBC accident
Exercise to prevent age-related falls
Rehabilitation from surgery
Strength programs
Exercise for tendonitis - including tennis elbow, rotator cuff, achilles
Exercise for arthritis
Exercise programs for seniors

Shelley is the owner of Active Balance Physiotherapy Studio. She graduated with her Bachelor of Science in Rehabilitation Medicine with a specialty in Physiotherapy in 1995. She has completed her Intermediate Manual Therapy exams, is trained in the Integrated Systems Model of Physiotherapy, Thoracic Ring Approach, and Fascial Manipulation. She has taken numerous post-graduate Orthopaedic and Sports Physiotherapy Courses. With Shelley’s strong educational background and personal experience with fitness, sport, outdoor recreation, and endurance running and cycling she will be able to provide the thorough assessment, hands-on treatment, exercise prescription, and the motivational coaching required for your comprehensive physiotherapy treatment.

Shelley is the owner of Active Balance Physiotherapy Studio. She graduated with her Bachelor of S... Read More

Emma has her Masters of Physical Therapy from Western University in London, Ontario. Previously, she completed her Kinesiology degree with honours at the University of Victoria where she worked alongside various varsity teams and volunteered in both the physiology and neuroeconomics laboratories. Emma’s overall goal as a physical therapist is to bring knowledge and empowerment to her community regarding physical health and wellbeing. Emma has successfully completed her level one manual therapy exam with the Orthopaedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association and plans to continue pursuing her FCAMPT designation. She has a special interest in treating vertigo and has completed her level one Vestibular Rehab course.

Emma grew up in Terrace and the Comox Valley. Her interest in physical therapy sparked from her background in sports and athletics. Emma is an avid skier, golfer, and outdoor enthusiast!

Emma has her Masters of Physical Therapy from Western University in London, Ontario. Previously,... Read More

Kayla grew up in Sidney BC, and has lived here her entire life. She loves living on this beautiful island. She studied ballet for 14 years and loves to dance. She also studied piano for 10 years. She has completed her kinesiology degree at the University of Victoria where she also volunteered in the anatomy lab. For the past three years Kayla has been enjoying CrossFit, which has been a great complement to her kinesiology degree. She has now gone on to complete her certification to be a CrossFit L1 Trainer and now coaches at a local gym. Experiencing olympic weightlifting, gymnastics, and applying fitness to every population has enriched her education. She finds it extremely rewarding to help people reach their fitness goals and cheer them on along the way.

Kayla grew up in Sidney BC, and has lived here her entire life. She loves living on this beautifu... Read More

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