NormaTec is the ultimate recovery device to boost blood flow and reduce pain and soreness. The technology can increase circulation and improve mobility for those who work out regularly, are training for a competition or race, experience swollen legs from traveling, stand for long hours on the job, suffer from inflammation or other circulatory issues.

NormaTec utilizes hold pressures similar to the one-way valves of veins and lymphatic vessels, preventing fluid backflow, and enhancing the natural circulatory flow. The distal release feature releases hold pressures once they are no longer needed, ensuring that each portion of the limb gains maximal rest time without a significant pause between compression cycles

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Breanna is a trained Registered Nurse and has worked in a variety of specialities over the years. She is compassionate, understanding and very meticulous about her work. Her easy going nature will surely put you at ease and have you leaving feeling your best. She has since, transitioned into laser hair removal and continues to love to 1:1 interactions with clients.

Breanna is originally from Calgary, AB but after many years and 2 kids, she’s happy to call Kelowna home. When she’s not at the clinic you can often find her out for a run, hiking or playing at the beach with her littles.

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Alex is a Kinesiologist born and raised in Kelowna where soccer, skiing, and swimming were a large part of her life growing up. She graduated with her Bachelor’s in Kinesiology here in the Okanagan in 2022 and has been working in the field ever since.

She uses a collaborative and evidence-based approach in her functional rehab treatments. She has worked with a wide range of clients from ICBC, work-related, and sport-related injuries, athletic strength and conditioning, as well as general fitness.

Alex has experience working with all ages from youth to seniors through her previous kinesiology experience, as well as her time spent as a lifeguard/ swim instructor, kickbox coach, and ski instructor. When she is not working she will either be spending time skiing, reading, hanging out with friends, or playing various sports.

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Jordan is a Physical Therapist who has enjoyed practising in the musculoskeletal/outpatient field for over 15 years. Jordan graduated with his degree in Physical Therapy with Distinction from the University of Saskatchewan in 2008. For the first seven years of his career, Jordan worked in Saskatchewan within a multidisciplinary rehabilitation facility alongside physicians, psychologists, kinesiologists and orthopaedic surgeons treating patients with a variety of sports, work and motor vehicle accident related injuries. Jordan made the move West to the sun-kissed Okanagan in 2016 where he has continued his work in private practice. Jordan is thrilled to be joining the VALEO HEALTH Team!

Jordan has always demonstrated a strong commitment to professional post- graduate education, clinical development and evidence based practice. In 2014, Jordan completed the highest level of post-graduate training in manual therapy. Holding this Advanced Diploma of Manual and Manipulative Physical Therapy through the Canadian Orthopaedic Division has earned Jordan status as a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physical Therapists (FCAMPT). Furthermore, Jordan is credentialed to treat neuropathic conditions using Gunn Dry Needling Intramuscular Stimulation (CGIMS), earning this certification through the University of British Columbia. Jordan has been a member of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association for the past 15 years.

Jordan’s treatment approach utilizes manual therapy in the form of mobilization or manipulation of the spine and peripheral joints to maximize joint biomechanics, Intramuscular Stimulation Needling (IMS) when appropriate, a significant emphasis on strength training as well as individualized education to assist patients in achieving their athletic or functional goals.

When away from the clinic, Jordan enjoys playing golf, volleyball, pickle ball and hockey, travelling the world with his young family and of course jamming a tune or two on one of his favorite guitars.

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Born and raised in rainy Vancouver, Dr. Carlyle grew up watching hockey and trying her hand at every sport she could in between dance classes. At a very young age she became interested in medicine, the human body, and how it all works and functioned. She had big dreams of becoming a world-renowned orthopaedic surgeon or neurologist. However, after her father sustained major injuries in a freak accident that hospitalized him for the better part of a year, she realized that putting a body back together was a lot easier than putting a life back together.

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Dr. Hannah Duyvewaardt, CCFP-EM, is a highly skilled medical professional with extensive training and experience in both emergency medicine and medical aesthetics. Currently practicing at Kelowna General Hospital’s Emergency Department, Dr. Duyvewaardt is renowned for her comprehensive approach to patient care and her dedication to advancing wellness through innovative treatments.

Dr. Duyvewaardt completed her Family Medicine training at the University of British Columbia (UBC) and further specialized in Emergency Medicine at the University of Calgary. Her diverse background in these fields has honed her ability to address complex medical issues with precision and compassion.

Driven by a passion for optimizing individual health, wellness, and appearance, Dr. Duyvewaardt pursued advanced training with leading plastic surgeons and dermatologists. She has since specialized in aesthetic treatments, including neuromodulators and dermal fillers. Her expertise in these areas allows her to offer personalized solutions that enhance both the appearance and overall well-being of her patients.

In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Duyvewaardt serves as a Clinical Instructor with the UBC Faculty of Medicine, where she focuses on Ultrasound and Simulation. This role underscores her commitment to education and her dedication to advancing the field through both practice and teaching.

Dr. Duyvewaardt’s holistic approach to patient care aims to unlock each patient’s potential, whether through enhancing their outward appearance or alleviating chronic pain. Her goal is to help individuals achieve their optimal level of health and well-being, allowing them to live their lives to the fullest.

When she is not in the clinic or classroom, Dr. Duyvewaardt enjoys spending time with her young family and enjoying Okanagan’s beautiful outdoors, which contribute to her balanced and fulfilling lifestyle.

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While completing his Bachelors of Kinesiology at UBC, Dr. Matthew Ward was active in collegiate golf, varsity track and field, the 2014 and 2015 Crossfit regionals competitions, as well as working as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist in many different settings from the steep mountains of BC as a Rappel Forest Firefighter to a gym with many different populations including professional athletes and weekend warriors.

Dr. Ward’s passion for golf led him to receive certification by the Titleist Performance Institute, which has enhanced his work with multiple country clubs, golf pros, professional golfers and many regular golfers with general goals such as breaking 90 and finding some consistency.

Each of you as patients and athletes require a different approach regardless of if you want to get out of pain, improve your swing, improve overall performance, or improve day to day tasks such as carrying your groceries or putting your socks on while standing. Your goals are the most important thing and Dr. Matt will design an individual plan to achieve them.

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Ciera brings a wealth of experience and passion to her practice as a Manual Osteopathic Practitioner. With a 4th-degree black belt in Taekwondo and over a decade of competitive experience across North America, including Nationals, the US Open, and Can Ams, Ciera has honed not only her physical skills but also her understanding of the human body’s mechanics. Her background as a personal trainer for 10 years and owner of two successful Taekwondo schools in Alberta prior to moving to Kelowna further emphasizes her dedication to health and wellness.

Ciera graduated from the National Academy of Osteopathy and holds a Bachelor of Science in Osteopathy. She combines a strong educational foundation with hands- on experience to provide personalized care to every patient. Her approach is rooted in helping others achieve optimal health, whether that’s recovering from an injury, improving mobility, or simply leading a more active lifestyle.

Outside the clinic, Ciera is an avid adventurer with a deep love for the mountains. Alongside her partner, Ben, she spends her free time hiking, camping, and hunting. Ciera has already summited Aconcagua and attempted Everest. With a goal to complete the 7 Summits and 2 Poles, she is on a journey toward the Explorers Grand Slam.

Ciera is dedicated to helping her patients live pain-free and active lives, blending her diverse skill set and passion for movement into every treatment. She believes in not just treating the symptoms but addressing the root causes to ensure long -term wellness.

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Behn has a passion for client education to help others learn to care for themselves. Since being treated for injuries by chiropractors, physiotherapists and RMTs, he’s developed an interest in the human body and how we as humans are able to help our bodies’ innate ability to heal themselves.

His main goals are to keep people moving safely and effectively while reducing pain from activity or injury to help the body get back to its ideal functioning state.

If he isn’t in the clinic, he can be found hiking, at the spin studio, the gym, or the beach. He looks forward to helping you learn how you can integrate physical activity into your life and keep you in motion doing what you love!

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Living most of her life in the beautiful Okanagan, Laurie has experience in the outdoors with involvement in multiple sports and as a past member of Search & Rescue. Her passion for massage is driven by her empathetic desire to help others.

Treatments include assessment and a variety of techniques to help restore patients to pain free, functional mobility. In her free time, she enjoys being in the fresh Okanagan air, time with family, travelling and reading.

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Originally from St. Jacobs Ontario, Dr. Moore completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Western Ontario with a focus on Genetics, Zoology and Environmental Ecology before attending the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine where she graduated in 2003. Dr. Moore moved out to British Columbia upon graduation to enjoy a broad scope of practice and the west coast life style.

Dr. Moore has been fully committed to her practice and growth as a practitioner throughout her career, and has become a stable presence in the lives of her patients, who value her scientific yet intuitive approach to finding the root of their issues, and supporting them through their journey. ​

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Megan and her family moved to Kelowna from Edmonton AB 5 years ago and are thoroughly enjoying the outdoors and the sunshine. Megan graduated with her Masters in Physical Therapy from the University of Alberta in 2009. Since then she has completed advanced training in Spinal and Peripheral Manipulative Physiotherapy. She is also certified in Acupuncture, Dry Needling and Advanced Vestibular Rehabilitation. Megan uses an integrated approach with her treatment involving manual therapy, dry needling, and exercise in order to help her patients recover as soon as possible. Megan enjoys working with people of all ages, with her specialty being with neck and back injuries. She also loves working with pediatrics with a special interest in Developmental Coordination Disorder as her previous job experience involved working with preschool aged children. She also has years of experience working with a variety of sports related injuries and post surgical injuries. Megan is also certified in treating Pelvic Health dysfunction. As a pelvic health therapist she can treat symptoms of incontinence, prolapse, pelvic pain, sexual pain and anorectal disorders, but she has a particular passion for prenatal and postpartum care. When she is not spending time with her family, she enjoys playing golf and softball with friends.

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Matthew grew up in Montreal, QC, where he obtained a Bachelor of Science with Distinction in Exercise Science at Concordia University, and became a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist with the National Strength & Conditioning Association. He went on to graduate from McGill University with a Masters of Physiotherapy, and worked in Montreal before moving to Kelowna in the summer of 2021. Matthew is a physiotherapist with a comprehensive approach to optimizing patients. His knowledge and experience in physical conditioning strengthens his practice to guide patients throughout their entire rehab, back to sport and performing to their full potential. Matthew has a keen interest in running rehab and vestibular conditions, and is certified to dry needle. He will happily work with you in English or French.

As Matthew values the importance of professional development, he attends a variety of continuing education courses to stay abreast with the latest research and continuously improve his patient care. Additionally, he likes to contribute to the development of the profession through mentorship of physiotherapy residents, and kinesiology & rehab assistant students, and has guest lectured at McGill in their Masters level course.

Since moving to Kelowna, Matt has taken advantage of the outdoor activities that the Okanagan has to offer. In the winter he enjoys backcountry ski touring, and in the summer hiking with his partner Kelsey in the great outdoors.

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Dr. Ruschkowski is originally from Regina, Saskatchewan. After attaining a diploma in community development and a bachelor’s degree from the University of Saskatchewan, she went on to receive her Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine degree from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine. She was inspired to pursue naturopathic medicine as a result of her volunteer work at a preventive health clinic. In her practice, she combines her passions for preventive care, botanical medicine, nutrition, evidence-based medicine, and medical aesthetics.

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Brie graduated from Vancouver College of Massage Therapy in 2018. She specializes in various sectors of the health and fitness industry such as massage therapy, personal training and nutrition. She owns a coaching business where she helps people with both fitness and nutritional health. She enjoys playing soccer, working out, and outdoor adventures. Brie is passionate about fitness and plans to compete in more body building competitions in the near future. With her well-rounded knowledge of the human body she extends her clientele to work with low back injuries, functional training and myofascial techniques that can help calm down the nervous system. Brie cares about her clients and provides stretching and strengthening exercises to do at home for better results.

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Dr Shannon Snow thrives on positive energy and loves being surrounded by people who push themselves toward a healthy lifestyle. He wants to help people reach their goals in whatever capacity he can. Whether this means you want to finish a triathlon or become a recreational enthusiast, he is ready to get you on track.

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Kelsey has enjoyed her career as an RMT and locum working throughout Kelowna since graduating from the Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy in 2016.

Kelsey divides her time between being an RMT, an Instructor, working with CMTCA and facilitating programs such as Healthy Aging and pre/post joint replacement groups at the YMCA.

Kelsey practices as a trauma informed massage therapist and centres her practice around relaxation and working with the nervous system. You can expect to participate in diaphragmatic breathing, long holds and a quiet atmosphere when working with Kelsey.

The health history interview, pre and post assessment and home-care are predictable cornerstones of her framework. Swedish Massage, light and deep tissue work, trigger point release and NMT are applied generously throughout the treatment.

Outside of clinic hours Kelsey loves to hike, be near a shoreline and travel throughout Canada with her partner Matthew.

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Dr. Emily Nicol was born and raised in Kelowna and moved to Victoria after high school and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry and Environmental Studies at University of Victoria. Although she loved learning about sciences and environmental conservation, she quickly knew working directly with others was her aspiration. Concurrently, Dr. Emily competed on the UVic varsity golf team where she had the privilege to compete nationally and internationally, and was the women’s team captain in her final year. To achieve her aspiration, she moved to Portland, OR to complete a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Biology, and Doctorate of Chiropractic, where she graduated cum laude. Dr. Emily uses an evidence-based, diversified approach to care that includes Manual therapy, Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Therapy, Active Release Technique, and Activator method. Dr. Emily is also Webster certified to provide prenatal care, and enjoys working with pediatric patients. Dr. Emily believes chiropractic is not just about treating one condition but wellness and a healthy lifestyle for the entire body. Relocating back to Kelowna has allowed her to hone in on her skills professionally, volunteer within the community such as being an assistant coach for the UBCO women’s golf team, but of course, also be a weekend warrior for many seasonal sports.

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Cayli moved to Kelowna from Victoria after completing her program at WCCMT in 2019. She has worked alongside professional athletes, geriatrics, pregnancy and mental health patients. She’s experienced in many techniques for fascial restrictions and neuromuscular release for musculoskeletal injuries. She adjusts each treatment to meet clients’ needs with a mixture of relaxation to deep pressure, rehabilitative techniques and stretching treatments. She’s passionate about working individually with each patient to determine the best treatment for their therapeutic goals. Outside of the clinic she enjoys crochet projects, keeping an active lifestyle and spending time cuddling up to her 2 kitties.

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Anna is originally from New Zealand but came to Canada in 2016 to explore the great outdoors Western Canada has to offer. She completed a Bachelor of physical education majoring in exercise prescription in New Zealand before heading to the Gold Coast of Australia to complete a Master of Physiotherapy. Anna is passionate about expanding her practical knowledge base and has completed courses in Concussion Rehab, managements of tendinopathies, management of the Fitness Athlete and Dry Needling level 1 and 2 certification.

Anna has a passion for keeping people active and working with clients to ensure they can maintain an active and healthy lifestyle. She has worked with clients all across the spectrum from competitive athletes, to weekend warriors, to those that are just trying to maintain function in their day-day life.

Anna uses a combination of hands-on techniques like soft tissue massage, manual therapy and cupping in addition to developing patient specific exercise programs to help clients to recover faster and stronger.

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Bronwen Dale graduated from the Registered Massage Therapy program at Vancouver Career College, Kelowna campus, in 2019. Since finishing school, she has been dedicating herself to help clients continue leading an active life by helping to minimize pain and reduce injury.

Bronwen is motivated to ensure each client is supported with personalized treatment plans. She takes time to develop an understanding of each body’s needs and preferences to ensure treatments will be ideal for every client while pulling from a variety of techniques such as myofascial release, trigger point therapy, Swedish massage, and muscle energy techniques. Having personally utilized massage therapy, Bronwen places importance on treatment for current injuries but additionally sees it as an opportunity to aid in injury prevention.

As an Okanagan local, she enjoys remaining active herself. Participating in recreational soccer, races, and hiking throughout the region. Bronwen understands the demands that leading an active lifestyle can place on one’s body. Her goal is to be a resource for clients to be able to lead an active life while fostering a healthy body through her treatments and homecare plans.

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Tosh is a graduate of the Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy program, who completed his RMT education and registration in 2021. Throughout his schooling and his practice, he can be known for his great understanding of human anatomy and application of clinical assessment which he uses to work together with his patients. Tosh is passionate about helping his patients achieve their goals whether it is to restore optimal function and prevent injury, promote stress reduction, or improve body and kinesthetic awareness.

Within treatment, you can expect patient-centred care which initially will include a short interview, general postural assessment, range of motion testing and appropriate orthopedic testing to have a clear picture of the patient’s limitations and course of pain. Tosh uses a blend of evidence-based, therapeutic techniques including myofascial release, swedish massage, neuromuscular therapy, trigger point therapy, joint mobilizations, muscle energy, active and passive release techniques. Reassessment and post-assessment is incorporated into treatments when necessary to evaluate the progression of the patient’s recovery. Patient’s can also expect an effective remedial home care plan which will include relevant strengthening or stretching exercises or hydrotherapy recommendations that will prolong the benefits of their treatments and assist with rehabilitation, working towards the patient’s health goals.

Tosh enjoys putting time into his career but outside of the treatment room, he likes staying active by weight training and playing sports such as basketball, soccer and golf, and getting outdoors to enjoy skiing, biking, and hiking.

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Persis Meisters is a Kinesiologist and Nutrition Coach originally from Winnipeg, Manitoba. She is a very passionate individual when it comes to her work and clients, and strives to provide the best possible care and guidance.

She is very diverse with the clientele she works with, but there are a few areas she loves to devote her time to in particular. Persis loves working with people who are new to fitness and nutrition. Forming a strong foundation of fundamentals is key to how she trains her clients. She also enjoys working with seniors, and has a position as a program facilitator for the Walk and Talk program ( a free program that provides exercise, and health and wellness education) in West Kelowna. And for an added challenge, Persis has recently taken on more complex rehabilitation cases, which she said will help her to grow as a Kinesiologist and allow her to assist people with a wider variety of injuries.

Persis graduated with a Bachelor of Kinesiology at the University of Manitoba in 2014. She also has certifications in RockTape, RockBlades, Precision Nutrition Coaching, Functional Movement Screening, and is registered with the BC Association of Kinesiologists.

In her spare time Persis loves to spend it exploring the outdoors. She loves hiking in the back country, fishing, hunting, snowmobiling, gardening, snowboarding, and working on a beautiful 10 acre property that she calls home.

For more information on Persis and the services she provides please take a look at her website: https://persismeisters.wordpress.com

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Emma graduated from the Vancouver Career College Massage Therapy Program in Kelowna. Being born and raised in Osoyoos BC she is happy to be staying in the Okanagan and calling Kelowna home.

After competitively dancing for over 10 years, Emma learnt the importance of self-care and preventive medicine which inspired her career in registered massage therapy.

Emma’s goal with her patients is to be able to provide a relaxing, effective treatment that allows them to continue the activities they love. Emma ensures to create a unique treatment plan that is tailored to each of her clients’ goals. During treatment, Emma utilizes a variety of techniques such as Swedish massage, myofascial release, trigger point therapy and hydrotherapy.

When Emma is not at the clinic you can find her at the ski hill, spin studio, and exploring all the Okanagan has to offer.

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