About
We are a family team of Physiotherapists with over 35 years combined clinical experience and a versatile range of therapeutic services to offer. You will enjoy our modern and comfortable clinic space where we will ensure you will feel safe, welcome and valued. A well equipped gymnasium is available to our clients and we are the only Physiotherapy clinic in the area with access to an in-house hydrotherapy pool facility. Located within Pacific Shores Resort and Spa, contact us now to chat and see how we can help you feel great.
Chris Matthew
BSc (Hons) PT, CBDN
Chris Matthew is an experienced Physiotherapist who graduated with honours in 2004 from the highly regarded Manchester School of Physiotherapy in the U.K. Since this time he has developed his craft by gaining experience in both hospital based and private practice physiotherapy with a focus on the treatment of Musculo-skeletal disorders and orthopaedic injuries. Prior to moving to Canada in 2008, Chris also worked as lead physiotherapist for a professional English Football Team. For the past 15 years Chris has delivered physiotherapy to countless clients in the mid-island area developing strong working relationships and an excellent reputation as a trusted professional. Time spent working on hydrotherapy exercise programs over the past seven years has also provided an additional facet to the treatment options he has available. Chris has Ortho-Division certifications in Manual and Manipulative Therapy and is highly skilled in the management of sports injuries and physical issues arising from work and motor vehicle related accidents.
Outside of the clinic you will find him on the mat practicing his passion of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu or connecting with nature by heading into the mountains on his ATV.
Angelina Matthew
BSc, MScPT, CAFCI, CGIMS
Angelina began her career on the mainland working in an acute care hospital for one year before moving back to Vancouver Island as a senior therapist at clinics in both Nanaimo and Parksville.
She invested many years developing extensive skills in the delivery of dry needling techniques such as acupuncture and IMS and is also highly skilled with Orthopaedic Manual Therapy. Angelina is particularly interested in the treatment of sports injuries and enjoys working with clients who have undergone surgeries such as total joint replacements.
Angelina is passionate about running and has completed several half marathons on Vancouver Island. Her interest in helping others learn to run has allowed her to be involved in leading running groups including a Learn to Run 5km clinic. Angelina also enjoys biking and hiking in the beautiful nature of our local area. She is a mom who loves living in the Oceanside area with her young family.
We can help with a wide range
of issues including:
Acute Musculoskeletal injuries
Sports related injuries
Chronic pain
Degenerative issues/osteoarthritis
Neck and back pain/spinal dysfunction
Restricted movement
Reduced balance and mobility
Neurological pain
Abnormal gait patterns
Reduced strength and conditioning
Pre-surgery conditioning
Post surgical recovery
Services we offer:
Physiotherapy assessment and diagnosis of musculoskeletal conditions and injuries
Sports performance/biomechanical assessment
Client specific therapy and treatment plans with ongoing
guidance, coaching, progressionManual therapy/joint mobilization
Soft tissue release
Spinal traction/decompression therapy
Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS)/dry needling
Medical Acupuncture
Electrotherapy - ultrasound/interferential current
Exercise therapy
Hydrotherapy one-on-one sessions: hands-on approach, relearning functional movement patterns, improving mobility, low impact strengthening
Hydrotherapy exercise sessions: circuit exercises, underwater
aqua bikes, and individualized exercise sets**No Physician referral necessary**
