After studying kinesiology in university for two years, Leigh decided that pursuing a career in physiotherapy was the path she wanted to follow. She graduated from The University of British Columbia in 2005 with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy.
1 in 2 women will develop cancer over the course of their lifetime, with 1 in 8 women being diagnosed with breast cancer. With advancements in screening and detection, women are being diagnosed at younger ages.
Physiotherapy is a largely under-utilized profession within cancer care. Physiotherapists specializing in oncology rehabilitation consider all aspects of a biopsychosocial approach to engage, and empower, patients in their recovery.
Lily is passionate about assisting her clients in gaining and regaining their function. She obtained her Master’s of Science degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Alberta. She has diverse experience within the healthcare field, including in diagnostic laboratory, pharmacy, medical first aid, and with other interdisciplinary teams allowing Lily to approach each patient’s condition holistically. Lily is fluent in both English and Mandarin.
Empowering You
With the knowledge, movement and awareness necessary to make the changes in your own body.
I wanted to send all of you a big thank you for helping me get back on the field this summer. My team and I took home the Gold Medal for Team BC. Duri...
Ever since graduating as a physio in 2014 I have had my eye on taking the Integrated Systems Model (ISM) course. For a variety of reasons, things did...
I cannot explain how much better I feel! These last two appointments have been changing everything for me! The new stretch that we practiced on this p...
Are you ready for mentorship and learning how to treat using a regional interdependent approach (ISM)? We are looking for physiotherapists looking for change and more learning. This is a wonderful mentorship/work opportunity. We will take you on a journey like no other in the first year of your mentorship/work with us, while making full pay! Read more for how to take advantage of this rare opening and opportunity to learn with us!
Pain is a normal, but unpleasant, experience you feel in response to what your brain believes to be a threatening situation and can involve actual or potential tissue damage (Butler & Moseley, 2003).
Is core training the same as core strengthening? Are core stabilization exercises the same as core strengthening exercises? Do you know the difference? Is there a difference?