Dry Needling
Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) was developed by Dr. Chan Gunn to treat chronic pain syndromes that affect the musculoskeletal system. IMS is a dry needling technique (dry in that no drugs are injected) that involves the insertion of acupuncture needles into taut muscle bands.
Acupuncture, Back Pain, Cranial Treatment, Dry Needling, Low Back & Neck Pain, Manual Therapy, Movement Training and Exercise Instruction, Physiotherapist, Physiotherapy, Pre Post Orthopaedic Surgery, Pre Post Spinal Surgery, Prenatal and Postpartum Screening, Signage, The Integrated Systems Model, Ultrasound Imaging, Virtual Care, Women’s Health
Cathy received a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of British Columbia in 2000. As a member of the varsity women’s volleyball team at UBC during those years she was first exposed to physiotherapy and it’s positive impact on her own personal athletic career.
Cancer Rehabilitation, Cranial Treatment, Dry Needling, Manual Therapy, Movement Training and Exercise Instruction, Pelvic Health, Physiotherapist, Physiotherapy, Pre Post Orthopaedic Surgery, Pre Post Spinal Surgery, Prenatal and Postpartum Screening, Signage, The Integrated Systems Model, Ultrasound Imaging, Virtual Care, Women’s Health
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.
Cranial Treatment, Dry Needling, Manual Therapy, Movement Training and Exercise Instruction, Physiotherapist, Physiotherapy, Pre Post Orthopaedic Surgery, Pre Post Spinal Surgery, Signage, The Integrated Systems Model, Ultrasound Imaging, Vestibular Therapy, Virtual Care
Eric has been practicing Physiotherapy since 2006. He received his Masters of Physiotherapy from the University of Sydney, Australia and began his career working in a private clinic where he gained valuable experience in working with Rugby, Soccer, and Aussie Rules Football clubs.
Clinical Pilates, Dance Training, Dry Needling, Manual Therapy, Movement Training and Exercise Instruction, Physiotherapist, Physiotherapy, Pre Post Orthopaedic Surgery, Pre Post Spinal Surgery, Signage, The Integrated Systems Model, Ultrasound Imaging, Virtual Care
Sarah received her Bachelor of Science with a minor in Nutritional Sciences at the University of British Columbia. She then pursued a Master of Physical Therapy degree, graduating in 2013 from UBC. Sarah has taken post-graduate courses for dry needling, rehabilitation Pilates, visceral and neuromeningeal manipulation, and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction.
Cancer Rehabilitation, Dry Needling, Low Back & Neck Pain, Manual Therapy, Movement Training and Exercise Instruction, Pelvic Health, Physiotherapy, Pre Post Orthopaedic Surgery, Pre Post Spinal Surgery, Prenatal and Postpartum Screening, Rehab after Surgery, The Integrated Systems Model, Virtual Care, Women’s Health
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.