Valens Physio - Sport & Health– Physiotherapy in Vancouver

Christian received his Master of Physical Therapy from the University of British Columbia (UBC) in 2014. Prior to this he obtained a Bachelor of Kinesiology from the University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) in 2012. His background includes working as a certified personal trainer through the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology. Since graduating, Christian continues in academics as a sessional instructor in Human Anatomy at UFV and Clinical Faculty at UBC in the Department of Physical Therapy. Christian's eclectic approach utilizes manual therapy, manipulation, dry needling / intra-muscular stimulation (IMS), education and a strong emphasize on exercise to optimize and restore normal pain free movement. He has worked with national and Olympic level athletes and travelled with the Freestyle Canada Skiing teams internationally. Other teams include the Vancouver Warriors professional lacrosse team and BC Rugby. Christian is also a published lead author in the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research.

Linda is a clinician-scientist with extensive knowledge in knee injuries and rehabilitation. She completed her PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences at the University of British Columbia with a research focus on the impact of social support on recovery following a traumatic knee injury (e.g., ACL injury). She is a clinical instructor in the Masters Program at UBC. Linda has more than 12 years of clinical experience as a physiotherapist and has worked closely with sport medicine physicians and knee surgeons at her time at the Glen Sather Sports Medicine Clinic in Edmonton, Alberta. She treats a wide range of injuries, but has extensive experience in diagnosing and managing knee injuries, particularly ACL injuries. Linda’s treatment approach is strongly rooted in 1) exercise 2) evidence/research 3) empowering and educating patients. She is an avid climber and enjoys ice hockey and weight lifting.

Alyssa received a Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology and subsequently her Master of Physical Therapy from The University of Western Ontario. Following graduation she moved to Vancouver to start her career and explore all the west coast has to offer. Alyssa was first introduced to physiotherapy in treatment for various sport/dance related injuries. She has since developed an appreciation for lifelong movement, injury prevention, and the importance of returning to sport/activity following injury.