Physiotherapy

Our physiotherapists excel at assessments, customizing a treatment plan for your well-being. With a holistic approach, we tackle tension, pain, posture, flexibility, and strength. Each session starts with an assessment, includes manual therapy, corrective movements, and a personalized treatment plan. We also employ advanced techniques like dry needling, joint mobilizations, and more.


Registered Massage Therapy

Our RMTs are experts in hands-on therapy, including myofascial techniques. Sessions comprise assessment, manual therapy, some corrective movement, and a personalized plan. We prioritize movement improvement. Please bring/wear shorts and a sports bra/tank top for assessment and proactive engagement during your session.


BikeFits Physiotherapy

A physiotherapy bike fit is a specialized service that optimizes the fit of a bicycle to your body, improving comfort, performance, and reducing the risk of injury. During a bike fit session, a physiotherapist will assess your biomechanics, flexibility, and cycling goals. They will make adjustments to your bike, such as saddle height, handlebar position, and cleat alignment, to ensure that your... Read More

A physiotherapy bike fit is a specialized service that optimizes the fit of a bicycle to your body, improving comfort, performance, and reducing the risk of injury. During a bike fit session, a physiotherapist will assess your biomechanics, flexibility, and cycling goals. They will make adjustments to your bike, such as saddle height, handlebar position, and cleat alignment, to ensure that your body is properly aligned and efficient while riding. Physiotherapy bike fits are beneficial for cyclists of all levels, from recreational riders to competitive athletes, helping them achieve a more comfortable and effective riding experience.

Carman graduated from the UBC and has been practicing physiotherapy for 20 years in the area of orthopaedics. He is a clinical instructor in the UBC Masters of Physical Therapy Program and is involved in mentorship to physiotherapists pursuing their postgraduate orthopaedic certifications.

He has attained his Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manual and Manipulative Therapists (FCAMPT) designation and has extensive experience treating spinal and peripheral joint conditions. His training in the Integrated Systems Model (ISM) and 10 years+ experience with Chan Gunn IMS needling helps identify and treat root causes of musculoskeletal/ myofascial and neuropathic pain conditions respectively. He has training and experience with concussions & vestibular rehabilitation, and temporomandibular disorders (TMD).

Carman has always enjoyed an active lifestyle! He loves team sports and plays recreational ice hockey. He can be seen road cycling, and at one time even survived the North Shore Triple Crown. Carman has a Bike Fit Systems certification and integrates physiotherapy with his bike fits for injury prevention, comfort and optimal riding efficiency.

Treatment Philosophy:

Carman believes in an integrated approach to getting a person back to performing at their best. This involves looking at the person as a whole in an accurate, detailed physical assessment, followed by education, manual therapy or manipulation, IMS needling, muscle tissue release, and a thorough corrective exercise program. Over the years, he has seen the significant impact physiotherapy can have in bringing someone back to living abundantly well.

Areas of Expertise:

Orthopedics Myofascial and neuropathic pain IMS (Intramuscular stimulation) needling Trauma & MVA’s Training and Certificates Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy (BSc. PT) Bachelor of Science in Biology (BSc. BIOL) Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manual and Manipulative Therapists (FCAMPT) Gunn IMS (Intramuscular Stimulation) Needling Certification Integrated Systems Model (ISM) (Diane Lee) Vestibular Rehabilitation and Concussion Training Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD) Bike Fit Systems Certification Running Assessments (The Running Clinic)

Languages Spoken: English, Mandarin (国语), Cantonese (粤语)

Hobbies: Road Cycling, Ice Hockey, Soccer, Snowboarding, Hiking, Traveling the world, Playing with his son

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