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

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).

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 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 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!

We are pleased to welcome Lauren Ching, Registered Acupuncturist. We are offering online booking at this time or you can call 250 208 5942 to book.

Acupuncture is the insertion of fine needles into the body at specific points, effective in the treatment of varied health problems. Acupuncture can help increase blood flow to areas of the body, relieve stress, and boost immunity. The theory of acupuncture is based on the energy called Qi - the circulation of nutrients in the body through a network of channels or "meridians." Pain and ill-health are a result of disrupted Qi, and acupuncture stimulation points are designed to restore sufficient Qi throughout the body. The goal is not only to eliminate symptoms but to treat the underlying cause and in turn improve quality of life.

Acupuncture is an effective treatment for pain relief. We use acupuncture to treat headaches, migraines, post surgical rehabilitation, sports injuries and injuries from motor vehicle accidents. We also treat internal conditions like digestive problems, hormone balance, menstrual conditions, fertility, allergies, skin issues, mood/emotional issues and sleep difficulties. We can also help you with lifestyle changes like cessation of smoking and weight loss.

This treatment is for individuals with ICBC coverage after an accident. ICBC will cover 12 visits for treatment within 3 months of your accident date. We will be contacting you to request additional information including your ICBC claim number.

Acupuncture can be used to help to relieve pain and relax the body. Acupuncture relaxes the soft tissues, increases circulation, reduces inflammation, and causes the body to return to a parasympathetic or resting state and thus provides pain relief from whiplash. When the soft tissues are no longer inflamed and in spasm, the cervical spine can then go back into alignment with ease. Acupuncture treatment of concussion can quickly increase blood flow to the brain to clear swelling.

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.

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

For Athletic taping
* this session will include taping for your injury that we will have assessed in a prior visit
** this session may include teaching taping someone in your family so that you can learn to tape

Cosmetic acupuncture and jade rolling help to reduce acne, scarring, fine lines, and puffiness, while improving overall skin texture and complexion. If you're looking for a powerful anti-aging treatment with minimal side effects and no surgical interventions, facial acupuncture may be the perfect solution for you!

We will place micro-needles in your face and body to create micro-traumas. These traumas produce an immune response which brings fresh blood and collagen to the area that leaves your skin feeling plump and bright. Your session will end with a cool jade rolling treatment. We recommend at least 4-6 treatments for long-lasting effects.

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.

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