Josh maintains a strong focus on evidence-based practice in the assessment and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions. He blends movement assessment, advanced manual therapy, and strength & conditioning principles to not only help patients get out of pain, but to guide them toward exceeding what they thought their body was capable of. Whether working with athletes, active professionals, or anyone looking to feel better in daily life, Josh develops personalized plans that align with each patient’s goals, body, and lifestyle.

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Cole is the Director of Performance for Advanced Health and Sport. He is also one of the few Certified Sports Physiotherapists on Vancouver Island. He relocated to Nanaimo in 2019 after earning a Master’s in Physical Therapy from the University of Alberta. Before pursuing physiotherapy, Cole gained extensive experience as a Personal Trainer, Strength and Conditioning Coach, and Kinesiologist. His background working with high-performance athletes has shaped a dynamic treatment approach that integrates hands-on techniques with individualized rehabilitative exercise.

Cole is committed to meeting people where they are in their physical journey and working with them to achieve their goals. When he’s not in the clinic, Cole can be found exploring the outdoors, lifting weights in the gym, climbing in the mountains, or running the trails. His passion for family, fitness, adventure, and human performance drives both his personal and professional pursuits.

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Sara is a licensed Physiotherapist who empowers her patients overcome their injuries. She is a strong believer in individualizing her treatments, working alongside her patients to attain their personal goals and helping them to lead healthy lives.

Sara utilizes a combination of manual therapy skills, IMS, manipulation, and individualized exercise prescription to enable injury healing and injury prevention.

Sara is a licensed Physiotherapist who empowers her patients overcome their injuries. She is a st... Read More

Christian is a registered physiotherapist that was born and raised in Nanaimo. After graduating from Vancouver Island University’s Sport Health and Physical Education (SHAPE) program back in 2019, he went on to obtain a Master of Science in Physical Therapy degree at the University of Western Ontario (UWO) in 2021.

His approach to treatment consists of employing manual therapy, soft tissue techniques, intra-muscular stimulation, and individualized exercise prescription to help manage symptoms, support recovery, and optimize function.

Christian is a registered physiotherapist that was born and raised in Nanaimo. After graduating f... Read More

Danielle graduated from UBC with a Master’s in Physiotherapy in 2015. Her personal background as a lifelong exercise enthusiast and former competitive soccer player shaped her career and approach to rehabilitation from the beginning.

She has also gained extensive experience with specialized training in pelvic floor physiotherapy and functional dry needling.

Danielle graduated from UBC with a Master’s in Physiotherapy in 2015. Her personal background as ... Read More

Brittany obtained her masters of Physical Therapy from the University of British Columbia. Using her experience and background in Kinesiology, Brittany takes a combined approach to her treatments with the combination exercise therapy and hands on manual techniques to create a well rounded personalized treatment plan. In her free time Brittany loves to be active and enjoys weight training, running and exploring the beautiful outdoors.

Brittany obtained her masters of Physical Therapy from the University of British Columbia. Using ... Read More