THERAPIES AND MODALITIES

Massage Therapy

Massage Therapy is among the oldest of all treatments used by man. A hands-on manipulation of the soft tissues of the body including muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints and connective tissue, Massage Therapy is an accepted and effective part of many physical rehabilitation programs and has proven beneficial to many chronic conditions such as low back pain, carpel tunnel syndrome, arthritis and bursitis. Massage Therapy may improve physical condition, relieve pain, facilitate relaxation, reduce stress, improve mental acuity and promote health.

British Columbia's Registered Massage Therapists (RMTs) are among the highest trained in the world with 3000 hours of training. Many people are not aware that BC's RMTs are trained in a diverse range of modalities including therapeutic exercise and hydrotherapy.

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Acupuncture

Stemming from an ancient Chinese system of medicine, acupuncture involves the insertion of very thin, sterile, and disposable needles into various acupuncture 'points' located throughout the body.

Acupuncture can be used for many disorders and imbalances including back pain, sports injuries, headaches, arthritis, and gynecological and obstetrical concerns. In British Columbia, acupuncture is a licenced profession.

For more information on Acupuncture please see: www.ctcma.bc.ca

Pilates

Pilates is a system of movement and exercise created and developed in the early 1900's by German-born athlete and physical therapy pioneer, Joseph Hubertus Pilates. It can be taught individually and used for rehabilitation or in groups.

The Pilates Method can dramatically improve strength, flexibility, coordination and posture. The Pilates Method shapes bodies, developing sleek muscles rather than bulky ones. People who consistently use the Pilates Method discover that, without conscious effort, they improve their posture, move more gracefully, sleep better, and develop firmer, sleeker and more powerful muscles.

Somatic Education

Hanna Somatic Education™ is a system of gentle exercises that can reduce tension, relieve pain and improve flexibility and posture. The rehabilitative exercises are useful for pain and stress management and can be learned in groups or with a trained Somatic Practitioner. Individual sessions incorporate other hands-on somatic techniques that can accelerate rehabilitation and results.

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Certified Fitness Consulting

The Canadian Physical Activity, Fitness and Lifestyle Approach (CPAFLA) involves the assessment and health-related interpretation of both physical activity participation and lifestyle behaviours that are recognized as determinants of health - the things that make and keep people healthy. We administer the CPAFLA Testing for individuals and groups interested in finding where they stand in relation to National Standards.

Hanna Somatic Education is a registered trademark of the Novato Institue for Somatic Research and Training. Used with permission.

THE CLINIC

This heritage building is wheelchair friendly.

The clinic is located at #303A - 80 Station St. - the Cowichan Merchants Building - in Duncan on beautiful Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada

Use the elevator or the stairs at either end of the building. When leaving the elevator on the 3rd floor turn right for our Clinic (303A) or turn left for classes and workshops held in the Movement Room (303B).

Please note that the central stairways in this building do not access the 3rd floor.

If you are traveling from outside the Cowichan Valley area

Situated in the Cowichan Valley, Duncan (the City of Totems) is an easy driving distance of less than an hour from both Victoria (the Capital City of B.C.) and Nanaimo (The Harbour City). The Victoria International Airport is located just north of Victoria on the Saanich Peninsula.Nanaimo Airport services regional commuter services. Both Victoria and Nanaimo feature B.C. Ferry service from the Vancouver area. The drive from Victoria (see map below) is especially scenic with panoramic views. You may wish to stop at the look-out areas to snap a picture or two.

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