Services

Physiotherapy

Physiotherapists (Physical Therapists) are health science professionals who have an advanced understanding of anatomy and pathology. Our manual therapy trained physiotherapists can help restore mobility, strength and function. Sprains, strains, ligament tears and other athletic injuries are a factor in most sports. Laser, ultrasound, electrotherapy and other modalities can all be utilized to decrease pain and swelling to accelerate healing. Our sports-orientated physiotherapists ensure professional and recreational athletes stay in the picture without risking more injury.

Our physiotherapy services include:

Manual Therapy and Manipulation
Acupuncture & IMS
Ultrasound, LASER
IFC & EMS
Mechanical Traction
Rehabilitation Programs
Custom Thermoplastic Splinting
Custom Orthotic Assessment and casting
Athletic Taping
Clinical Teaching Facility
Brace and Custom Brace Assessment and fitting
Vestibular Rehabilitation (Dizziness) & Balance Retraining
Exercise Prescription
Women's Health/Pre & Post Natal

Massage

“All Registered – All the Time”
Massage Therapy is provided by Registered Massage Therapists. Our RMT’s have the highest recognized qualifications in Canada and are licensed by the College of Massage Therapists of British Columbia. Many extended medical plans cover services by an RMT. Our Massage Therapists can accelerate recovery from old and new injuries with techniques such as deep tissue work, neuromuscular therapy, myofascial release, and craniosacral therapy. Registered Massage Therapists can also provide excellent sport or relaxation massages. You do not need to be injured to reap the benefits of these highly trained massage therapists.

Acupuncture

Physiotherapists who are also certified in Acupuncture use anatomically based acupuncture in conjunction with other physical therapy treatments for optimal healing. Anatomically based acupuncture involves the placement of needles into affected areas to promote blood flow and muscle relaxation.

IMS

IMS is a dry-needling technique based on a radiculopathy model for chronic pain. It is effective for the diagnosis and treatment of chronic pain with muscle/nerve dysfunction. IMS is used to release tight areas that can cause pain in muscle, tendons and joints. Physiotherapists who are trained in the Gunn IMS technique provide this service.

Braces

We carry an extensive selection of bracing products that are professionally fit by our physiotherapists. We have various knee, ankle, shoulder, and elbow braces in stock. We also provide measurement for custom knee braces for ligament instabilities or osteo-arthritis (OA). The Whistler Physiotherapy Group are official suppliers of: DonJoy Ortho, Breg, and Ossur, which includes GenerationII, products.
> View some of our sports medicine products

Orthotics

Custom prescription foot orthotics are precision medical devices that are designed to adjust and control the function of the foot and its alignment with the lower leg. They are used to treat/prevent injury causing motions including excessive pronation (collapsing in) and supination (rolling out) and make standing, walking and running more efficient. Some prescription orthotics are designed to redistribute pressures on the bottom of your foot to alleviate pain from corns, calluses or boney prominences.

Genuine, custom-made prescription foot orthotics are made by starting with a thorough exam by a qualified physiotherapist followed by the taking of cast impressions using plaster and the completion of a detailed prescription form. Your casts and prescription form are then sent to a professional Lab - Paris Orthotics - where your orthotics are made by technicians with appropriate training and qualifications.

Splints and Taping

Thermoplastic, custom molded splints are available for skier’s thumb, carpal tunnel syndrome, protection following cast removal, and finger injuries. Taping of various joints is also available.

Vestibular Rehabilitation and Balance Retraining

Most dizziness and balance problems come from a disturbance of the vestibular apparatus located in the inner ear, or its connections in the brain. The trained physiotherapist will do a one-on-one evaluation and provide education regarding the vestibular system, assessment findings and treatment recommendations. It has proven to be an effective therapy to reduce or even eliminate the symptoms in most cases.