Abbie Thomas
Comox Valley Osteopathy
526 Cumberland Rd, B, Courtenay, BC, V9N 2C7
Abbie attained a Distinction in her Master of Osteopathy at Leeds Beckett University, UK. On graduation from her 5 years of full-time study (first year of study was conducted at the Surrey Institute of Osteopathic Medicine, UK), she was also awarded the Dean’s Prize for Academic Achievement in Osteopathy. Additionally, she was awarded a commendation for her results by the Osteopathic external examining board. Abbie's Master's research project and thesis was on the subject of treating tension-type and cervicogenic headaches. Abbie opened Comox Valley Osteopathy, in 2020, when she moved to the Comox Valley. She has several years of experience working both in the NHS (UK) and in private multidisciplinary clinics. In her spare time, Abbie enjoys keeping active outdoors: hiking, backcountry camping, running, biking, skiing and spending time out on the water! Abbie is an active member of Osteopathy BC.
- Review of medical history, lifestyle and current symptoms.
- Assessment of muscle tightness and joint stiffness.
- Whole-body assessment when other areas may contribute.
- Manual techniques addressing joints and surrounding soft tissues.
