Nico has a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from UBC and a Masters in Physiotherapy Studies from the University of Queensland, Australia. Before joining LVOSP, he maintained a busy sports medicine practice for amateur and professional athletes while at clinics in Whistler and Vancouver. He has trained with core rehabilitation experts, including prominent Australian physiotherapists, and with Alex McKechnie, physiotherapist for the Los Angeles Lakers and Toronto Raptors. In addition to completing many of his own professional continuing education courses, Nico has taught several clinical anatomy courses to physiotherapists.

Nico gained recognition for rehabilitating elite athletes with recalcitrant pelvic injuries. He has consulted for many NFL, NBA and NHL teams as well as for professional franchises in Europe. He has taught the Hard Core Strength program to local physiotherapists, to physiotherapists of the Barclays English Premier League (soccer) and, more recently, to the NBA’s Minnesota Timberwolves. Nico was also a consultant to the Minnesota Timberwolves in the areas of core strengthening, athletic performance and injury prevention for more than three seasons (2010-2014). Nico was the keynote speaker at the 2009 Hockey Injuries and Sports Medicine Conference in Boston speaking about core related injuries and strengthening.

A life-long resident of North Vancouver, Nico has played soccer from age six, including years with the Vancouver 86ers/Whitecaps and with several junior national teams. Nico still enjoys being involved with soccer either as a player or now as a coach. Nico enjoys spending his free time with his wife and three children.

Nico joined LVOSP in 2002 and is now the owner of the clinic.

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Steve was born and raised just east of Toronto. He attended The University of Toronto and graduated with an Honors degree in Biological Sciences in 1996, and a Bachelors degree in Physical Therapy in 2001. Steve has completed his Level 3 orthopaedic manual therapy and Functional Dry Needling/IMS training.

Following graduation in 2001, Steve moved to Vancouver and worked for seven years at Vancouver’s General Hospital in outpatient orthopaedic trauma and arthritis. He has been with Lynn Valey Physiotherapy since 2008.

Steve brings to our team extensive clinical experience in the management of arthritis symptoms and post-operative treatment following total hip and total knee replacement and orthopaedic trauma surgery. He has a keen interest in the management of sports related shoulder pain, knee pain and spinal related back and neck pain.

Steve spends his free time with his wife and two kids and pursuing hobies such as playing and coaching hockey, ultimate frisbee, skiing, golf and soccer.

Areas of Interest: Sports injuries · Manual Therapy · Dry needling · Total hip and knee replacements · Post-surgical Rehab arthritis

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Erin has a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from SFU and a Masters of Science in Physiotherapy from McMaster University graduating in 2003. She has an Advanced Diploma of Manual and Manipulative Therapy from the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Therapy and is certified to practice acupuncture by the Canadian Acupuncture Foundation Institute.

As a physiotherapist, Erin has worked with varsity athletes in numerous competitive sports, including rugby, track and field, wrestling, soccer, and softball. She has also worked with many patients recovering from MVAs, work related injuries and various musculoskeletal issues.

Erin has worked at LVOSP since 2007. With each of her clients, Erin provides an individualized approach using a combination of hands-on techniques, acupuncture or other appropriate modalities, education and exercise prescription. She uses real-time ultrasound to help her patients visualize and correctly use their deep abdominal muscles. Such core stability retraining is especially valuable for post-partum patients, and for those who are recovering from low back or pelvic injuries.

A lifetime resident of Lynn Valley, Erin went to Lynn Valley Elementary and Argyle Secondary. She has enjoyed many sports including track and field, swimming, soccer, volleyball, basketball, softball, kayaking, snowshoeing, running, yoga and dance. She now finds most of her hobbies involve her busy family with her husband and three kids. She looks forward to working with you and your family!

Areas of Interest: Acupuncture · Sports injuries · manual therapy · exercise rehabilitation · prenatal/postpartum population · lateral epicondylitis · post-op rotator cuff repairs · neural tension · neck/back/pelvis injuries and dysfunctions · TMJ · foot and ankle

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Kevin completed his Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy and his Bachelor of Human Kinetics at the University of British Columbia. He has been working as a physiotherapist since 2001, the majority of which has been spent here on the North Shore. He has completed all of the manual therapy levels in the Orthopaedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association.

His approach to physiotherapy involves a thorough assessment of the problem followed by treatment that combines manual therapy techniques, IMS and an exercise program designed specifically for that patient. He enjoys analyzing the movements involved in all sports and applies his knowledge of anatomy and biomechanics to help patients work through their injuries as fast as possible.

Kevin was born and raised on the North Shore where he grew up playing hockey and baseball. He played Junior Varsity Hockey for UBC and competed in the Provincial

Championships for baseball. He continued on with his hockey career as a linesman in the WHL for 4 years before returning to school to study physiotherapy. Currently, he loves spending time with his wife and children and stays active playing hockey, skiing, running, and weight training.

Areas of Interest: Biomechanical Analysis of Sports injuries · Neck and Shoulder dysfunction · pelvic mal-alignment and how it relates to low back pain· Manual Therapy-IMS

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David graduated in 1986 with a Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy from Lincoln Institute of Health Sciences and the University of Melbourne, Australia. David played Australian rules football and reached the national professional league two years in a row. After finishing his playing career, David was team Physiotherapist for Collingwood Football Association, Australia’s largest professional Australian-rules club. David is an accomplished manual therapist with a special interest in sports- and dance-related injuries. In his free time, he enjoys sailing, cycling and skiing with his family.

Areas of Interest: Sports injuries · Dance injuries · Manual Therapy

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Kayla earned her Masters of Science in Physical Therapy from Queen’s University, after obtaining her Bachelors of Health Sciences with minor in Gerontology from the University of Ottawa. Since graduation, she has continued her education by regular research review and pursuing her manual therapy levels which will ultimately lead to a Diploma of Advanced Orthopaedic Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy. She has also obtained her dry needling certification from Acupuncture Canada.

Kayla’s approach to physiotherapy is evidence-based, guided by individual client context. Her treatment plans integrate manual therapy, exercise prescription, and education. Whether the goal is to return to work, sport, or daily life, Kayla aims to motivate and to provide the tools necessary for clients to play an active role in their recovery journey.

Outside of the clinic Kayla keeps active at the gym, or on the beach — enjoying open water swimming, scuba diving or surfing.

Areas of particular interest: - Shockwave - Trigger point dry needling - Running analysis - Artistic Athletes - Neck pain - Low back pain - Nerve tension - Foot and ankle - BPPV

Availability: Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evenings. Tuesday, Thursday Mornings

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Mhairi is passionate about the important connection between physical fitness and mental wellness. She is eager to help patients fully recover from injury and return to the sports and activities they love. Mhairi studied at the University of Calgary where she earned her Bachelor of Science in kinesiology. Her favorite sport is downhill skiing and she usually skis at Whistler-Blackcomb. In the summer months, she enjoys rollerblading and hiking. Mhairi became a kinesiologist because of the physical and mental benefits she discovered exercising had on her quality of life. She would like to provide others with the same tools exercising gave her to live a happy and healthy life.

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Lora has a Bachelor of Science degree in Physiotherapy from the University of British Columbia and has been working at LVOSP since 1999. She has completed post-graduate courses in Craniosacral Therapy, exercise for individuals with osteoporosis, pre- and post-natal exercise, and Pilates. Lora has an Advanced Diploma of Manual and Manipulative Therapy (FCAMT) and is a Certified Gunn IMS practitioner (CGIMS). This broad training and expertise enable Lora to design highly individualized rehabilitation programs for her clients that combine hands-on treatment with education and instruction in a variety of exercises.

Lora swam competitively while growing up in Vancouver and now enjoys time in the local mountains snowshoeing and hiking.

Areas of Interest: Sports injuries · Spinal and pelvis injuries · Posture Corrections · Manual therapy · Myofascial Release techniques · visceral manipulation

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Mark graduated with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Eastern Washington University in the U.S. He has worked in private practice orthopaedics as well as occupational rehab/chronic pain clinics. Mark has received advanced training from the McKenzie Institute for mechanical diagnosis and treatment of all areas of the spine (with an emphasis on neck and low back pain), continuing education in Functional Dry Needling/IMS, Mulligan mobilization with movement, along with focused courses on shoulder and knee rehabilitation to promote a return to pain-free function. He has extensive experience with all areas of peripheral joint dysfunction including providing pre- and post-surgical Physiotherapy, and he has a strong interest in shoulder, knee, and ankle diagnostics and treatment. In addition, Mark is trained to perform custom bike fittings to help decrease cycling related injuries and improve biomechanics to maximize comfort, efficiency, and performance. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family, hiking, cycling, snowboarding, and playing tennis.

Areas of Interest: Shoulder dysfunction · Sports injuries · manual therapy · low back pain

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Alexander has a Bachelor of Science from Thompson Rivers University, and a Master of Physiotherapy from the University of British Columbia. Post graduate qualifications include a Diploma of Advanced Orthopaedic Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy, and GUNN IMS Dry Needling.

Alex draws on his education, an extensive sports background, and work with sports teams to treat a variety of conditions not limited to sports injuries.

When not working, he spends time with his family skiing, cycling, playing tennis or simply staying in shape to be able to do these things.

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Chelsea completed her Masters of Physiotherapy at Glasgow Caledonian University in Scotland after completing her undergraduate degree in Kinesiology at Simon Fraser University. She continues to improve her skills and knowledge through ongoing mentorship, regular research review, and pursuing her manual therapy levels. Chelsea takes an evidence-based approach to treatment, combining manual therapy, exercise and education in order to help clients achieve their individual goals.

Chelsea grew up in Burnaby competing in martial arts and playing rugby. These days Chelsea enjoys spending the winter months snowboarding as much as possible, and the off-season training alongside her mom for 10k and ½ marathon races.

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Nicholas was born and raised on the North Shore and graduated from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in 2016.

Through patient communication, Nicholas likes to find a balance between his patient’s needs and wants as steps towards an individualized and effective treatment. Nicholas thrives on utilizing many techniques with a variety of patients, but has a specific interest in injury rehabilitation and pain management. Nicholas is also a firm believer that home care and patient education are important steps towards improving health and a successful recovery process.

Outside of work, Nicholas enjoys spending time with his family and friends. He also loves to travel and is always thinking about his next adventure.

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