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The Performance Health Group has treated professional athletes and dancers across North America. Our client list includes the BC Lions football club, NHL hockey players and numerous Olympic and national team members in sports such as track and field, triathlon, freestyle skiing, power lifting, rugby and soccer.
We have provided effective treatment at the Pan American Games, the Commonwealth Games, and the Ironman Triathlon in Penticton. The Performance Health Group also provides video running gait and golf analysis. If you have any questions about our treatments, or how it could help you, please contact us. |
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Dr. Robert Nielsen, BPE, DC
Dr. Robert Nielsen graduated from the University of British Columbia with a BPE degree in 1985 and went on to obtain a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in 1990. Dr. Nielsen is a certified provider and lead instructor of Active Release Techniques (ART). He has been providing treatment to the BC Lions since 2000 and has celebrated two Grey Cup wins with the team. Dr. Nielsen is an avid triathlete and has competed internationally in triathlon at an age group level racing at the World Championships in 1998, 1999 and 2002. He has also completed the Ironman Canada and Ironman Hawaii. Every summer since 1999 he has been part of the treatment team providing ART to the competitors at the Ironman Canada in Penticton.
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Dr. Johnny Suchdev, BSc., D.C.
Dr. Johnny Suchdev graduated from Simon Fraser University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology and went to attain his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Western States Chiropractic College, graduating Summa Cum Laude in 2004.
Dr. Suchdev is a certified Active Release Techniques (A.R.T. Vancouver) provider and as a Chiropractor with a background in the study of human movement he understands how variables such as trauma, repetition, faulty firing and movement patterns as well as poor stabilization can lead to injury. Dr. Suchdev has 5 years of practice experience, running practices in both Aldergrove and Vancouver. His extensive clinical experience and volunteer work has given him the opportunity to treat a wide range of musculoskeletal injuries effecting professional and recreational athletes.
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Dr. Megan Olver, BSc, DC
Dr. Megan Olver graduated from the University of British Columbia with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology before graduating Summa Cum Laude from the University of Western States with a Doctor of Chiropractic in 2010. Dr. Olver is a certified Active Release Techniques (ART) provider and a strong believer in its effectiveness to heal soft tissue injuries. Over 20 years of dance training compliments her education, instilling a keen eye for movement imbalances, which often develop while compensating for injury. Dr. Olver's approach to care is focused on both pain relief and restoring proper function in order to improve future performance and prevent recurrence. She is excited to begin her career at Performance Health Group and looks forward to seeing you!
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Jessica Edwards, BHKin, MPT
Jessica is passionate about all aspects of physiotherapy, healthy living and client care. Graduating from UBC’s Masters of Physical Therapy program, Jessica has developed proficiency in hands-on physiotherapy skills, which she has combined with her expertise in exercise and fitness gained through her Bachelor’s of Human Kinetics degree (UBC). Her Masters of Physical Therapy degree has also allowed her to be involved in physiotherapy research, and be familiar with the most up-to-date, scientific evidence in the field. Jessica’s commitment to physiotherapy stems from her long-standing interest and participation in Athletics. She competed for 10 years as a track and field athlete, and has represented BC, UBC, and Canada. Currently her athletic interests lie in training for weightlifting and Crossfit. Jessica’s wide-range of athletic experiences has instilled in her the importance of client-centered care and working with clients toward their individual goals. She is your premier choice for Vancouver physiotherapy.
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Garfield Crooks, RMT
Garfield graduated in 1996 from the Canadian College of Massage Therapy & Hydrotherapy in Toronto. In everything he does he wants to be better and help others achieve their goals. He believes just about everyone is an athlete needing to walk, jog, run, bend, twist, jump and more. Whether he is working with elite athletes or participating in an exercise activity, he dedicates particular attention to the art and science of the natural law of free movement. Garfield brings a sincere openness and collaborative approach into an extremely talented, interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals. He is a consultant with Athletics Canada (track and field), attended numerous sporting events such as three World Athletic Championships, Summer Olympic Games (Athens & Beijing), and worked in Africa & Italy in the premiere football (soccer) league. He continues to raise the bar high in soft tissue excellence a client at a time. He considers himself extremely blessed his career has granted him such widespread diversity. Garfield is grateful for his experiences, relishes meeting people and delights in friendly exchanges in our beautiful universe. |
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Cynthia Mistal, RMT
With a desire to work in the medical profession, Cynthia graduated from the Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy’s inaugural class of 1996. While practicing massage therapy in Kelowna, she took an opportunity to work with an International airline that brought her to Vancouver. After four years of enjoying the world of travel, it was time to come back to her true calling of massage therapy. Cynthia now works with a wide range of clientele including local Vancouverites, the hotel industry and the film industry. Having learned the importance of a balanced lifestyle, her work encourages health within the physical, the mental and the spiritual aspects of one’s self. Whether deep tissue or relaxation massage, Cynthia works intuitively to change stress & tension patterns into lightness & balance once again.
Main modalities used: Swedish massage, Deep tissue work, Myofascial Release and Neuromuscular Therapy.
Pre/Post Natal treatments also available with use of the BodyCushion for optimal comfort.
To book online with Cynthia please click here.
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