Ryan graduated from the University of Alberta with his Masters in Physiotherapy in 2006. He completed his Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Lethbridge in 2004 with a major in Exercise Science. Ryan played junior hockey for the Calgary Royals in the Alberta Junior Hockey League for three years after which his hockey career continued with a NCAA Division 1 hockey scholarship to Bemidji State University in Minnesota. Unfortunately, his NCAA career was cut short by injuries, luckily though this long list of injuries led him to a career in Physiotherapy. He was able to have surgery and rehabilitate enough to return to the University of Lethbridge to play for the Pronghorns in the CIS. Ryan’s interests include travel, hockey, snowboarding, wakesurfing, biking, golfing, hiking, camping and all the other activities the Okanagan Valley has to offer.
In the summer of 2010, Ryan joined the Kelowna Manual Therapy Centre and became a partner in 2012. He enjoys helping clients return to their desired activity. He offers a comprehensive treatment involving manual and exercise therapy for all musculoskeletal disorders whether they are caused by trauma, work or sport. With his certifications in acupuncture from the CAFCI, as well as his certification in Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS), Ryan offers multiple needling techniques as part of his physiotherapy services. He is also a provider of DONJOY custom knee braces. Ryan has a special interest in pursuing further post-graduate qualifications in manual therapy and sports physiotherapy.
Ryan graduated from the University of Alberta with his Masters in Physiotherapy in 2006. He compl...
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Ross is a 1995 graduate of the University of Manitoba. After graduation Ross continued to study and work in Georgia, USA, at a clinic renowned for treatment of patients, including professional athletes such as PGA golfers. While in Georgia he went on to specialize in spinal rehabilitation. Ross returned to Canada in 2000 to work at Rutland Physical Therapy and continue his studies. Ross completed his post-graduate Diploma of Manual and Manipulative Therapy from the Canadian Physiotherapy Association in 2005.
In the fall of 2006, Ross joined the Kelowna Manual Therapy Centre as a partner. Since joining the clinic, Ross has completed his certification in Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) with Dr. Chan Gunn in Vancouver. Ross also completed his Certification in Manual Therapy with Jim Meadows who was a founding father of the Canadian Manual Therapy System. Most recently Ross has been continuing his education taking the ConnectTherapy™ / Thoracic Ring™ approach series in Vancouver with LJ Lee.
Ross has a special interest in treating musculoskeletal conditions through education, manual therapy, IMS and specific exercise.
Ross is a consultant physiotherapist to the BC Nordic Ski Team and is working to develop accurate screening tools and exercise programs to both prevent injury and improve performance.
Ross is married with two sons. Ross is active with mountain biking, road cycling, trail running, cross country skiing, and hiking. He is a volunteer ski coach with the Telemark cross-county ski race team and provides physiotherapy support to the team.
Ross is a 1995 graduate of the University of Manitoba. After graduation Ross continued to study ...
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Thomas completed his Master of Physical Therapy education at the University of Western Ontario in 2019, where he was class valedictorian. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science with Minors in Fitness and Sport Science, Natural Science, and Business Administration. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from Castleton University in Vermont in 2015.
Thomas has participated in the sports community since a young age. In high school, he was a multi-sport athlete in cross-country, volleyball, hockey, soccer, and track-and-field. Ultimately, he played four years of NCAA hockey while attending Castleton University in Vermont.
Thomas has worked as a physiotherapist in both public and private settings. He has spent time working in a hospital on the orthopaedic and traumatology team, in sports injury clinics, and as the physiotherapist of a multi-disciplinary health care team. He integrates his work experience and continual learning from ongoing post-graduate courses with his passion for health and fitness to restore very patients’ health to its fullest potential.
Thomas and his wife moved to Kelowna to have access to the outdoors so you’re likely to find them biking, hiking, camping, playing tennis, or golfing during the summer months. Then, when it cools down you are more likely to find him on a rink coaching or playing hockey or out on the slopes snowboarding.
Thomas completed his Master of Physical Therapy education at the University of Western Ontario in...
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Alyssa graduated from Okanangan Valley College of Massage Therapy in 2009 and has enjoyed her career ever since. She understands that massage therapy is an integral part of injury prevention, rehabilitation, and overall health.
Alyssa strives to be a resource for her patients while continuing to further her own education in the field of soft tissue therapy. She is able to work with patients to create the most effective treatment plan tailored to their needs, often treating discomfort due to postural imbalances, injuries, chronic pain, neurological disorders and more. Her treatments can include a range of:
• Light to deep Swedish Massage depending on the patient and their needs
• Trigger Point Therapy
• Neuormuscular Therapy for fascial release
• Problade techniques
• Pregnacy Massage
• Relaxation
• Basic training in Manual Lympth Drainage
Cancellation Policy:
Please contact us by phone at least 24 hours prior to your appointment if you are unable to keep your appointment so as to avoid a cancellation fee being charged to your account. Half of the booked treatment duration will be due upon rebooking your next appointment.
We understand that due to sudden illness,extreme weather, and unexpected emergencies, you may not be able to give us 24 hours notice and in those rare circumstances we will waive our fee. Please note however, that situations such as being called into work or childcare issues are not considered an emergency. If you have unique work/life demands that may affect your ability to honour our cancellation policy, we would be happy to speak with you about other booking options which may suit your lifestyle better!
No Show / Missed Appointments Policy:
Full charge of missed appointment due.
Not calling to let us know you are unable to use your appointment time and simply not showing up is costly for everyone. We lose the opportunity to offer that time to another client in need (many therapists maintain an active waiting list), your therapist is not able to recover that work time, and your account is charged the full appointment fee. Our system provides appointment reminders but if you are unsure of upcoming appointments please call and we will be happy to provide you with that information!
Alyssa graduated from Okanangan Valley College of Massage Therapy in 2009 and has enjoyed her car...
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