5.0 · 14 patient reviews

Forest Wellness Kelowna– Physiotherapy in Kelowna

Welcome to Forest Wellness, inspired by the tranquility of the forest. Just as nature brings calmness and healing, we aim to create a serene environment where you can feel cared for and safe. Here, you will find a supportive space to embark on your personal…

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About Forest Wellness Kelowna

Forest Wellness is a multidisciplinary wellness clinic in Kelowna's Landmark District offering physiotherapy, massage therapy, and clinical Pilates in a serene, nature-inspired environment. The clinic focuses on evidence-based, one-on-one treatments in private rooms to help clients recover from injury, manage pain, and improve overall well-being.
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4Team members
5.0From 14 reviews
94Specialties & services
4 practitioners

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Amanda Nichol

Physiotherapist

Amanda has been a physiotherapist for 15 years, specializing in manual therapy and orthopedic injuries. She graduated from the University of Manitoba with degrees in Physiotherapy and Science.

Alishah Merchant

Physiotherapist

Alishah earned an Honours Bachelor of Health Science and then a Master of Science in Physical Therapy from McMaster University in 2007. She later completed a Master of Clinical Science in Manipulative Therapy at Western University, becoming a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapy (FCAMPT). She has extensive post-graduate training in Acupuncture, Gunn IMS, ISM, Stott Pilates, running injury prevention, shoulder rehab, tendon management, functional strengthening and kinesio taping.

Patrick Dessaulles

Physiotherapist

With 18 years of experience as a physiotherapist, Patrick enjoys working with people from all walks of life. He graduated from UBC with a Bachelor of Human Kinetics, then went on to complete his Master of Physical Therapy. Most of his career has focused on sport rehab and orthopedic practice, starting in Vancouver and now based in Kelowna. Patrick holds a Sports Physiotherapy Certificate and has had the opportunity to work with professional golfers on both the PGA Tour of Canada and the CN Women's Tour. Career highlights include being part of the medical team at the 2010 Vancouver Olympics and working as a team physiotherapist for the Vancouver Whitecaps.

Kayla Ostafie

Registered Massage Therapist

Kayla is a Registered Massage Therapist who graduated from the Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy in July 2023, where she completed a comprehensive program rooted in evidence-based practice and clinical experience. With a deep passion for health, movement, and helping others feel their best, Kayla takes a functional and therapeutic approach to massage. Her goal is to reduce pain, restore mobility, and enhance overall quality of life for each of her patients.

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Our Specialties

Sports PhysiotherapySports Physiotherapy provides specialized assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and injury prevention for athletes and active individuals. It combines individualized exercise, movement analysis, manual therapy, progressive loading, and sport-specific rehabilitation to support recovery and a safe return to activity.
Orthopaedic PhysiotherapyOrthopaedic Physiotherapy focuses on the assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal conditions affecting the spine, joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and bones. Treatment combines individualized exercise, manual therapy, movement rehabilitation, education, and progressive strengthening to reduce pain, restore mobility, improve function, and support recovery after injury or surgery.
Neurological PhysiotherapyNeurological physiotherapy focuses on improving movement, balance, coordination, strength, mobility and functional independence for people living with neurological conditions, injuries and impairments. Treatment may include individualized exercise, gait and balance rehabilitation, motor retraining, functional rehabilitation and specialized neurological techniques.
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Respiratory PhysiotherapyICU / Critical Care PhysiotherapyPaediatric PhysiotherapyGeriatric PhysiotherapyPelvic Floor PhysiotherapyPre & Postnatal PhysiotherapyWomen's Health PhysiotherapyOccupational PhysiotherapySpinal PhysiotherapyPain Psychology & PhysiotherapyPsychosomatic PhysiotherapyCommunity PhysiotherapyDisability Physiotherapy (NDIS)Indigenous Health PhysiotherapyOncology Physiotherapy

Therapeutic Modalities · What we help with

Manual Therapy
Aquatic Therapy & Hydrotherapy
Acupuncture
Massage Therapy
Virtual Care
Dry Needling (IMS)
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Address#330, 1620 Dickson Ave, Central City, Kelowna, BC V1Y 9Y2
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