Faezeh Eftekhari

Faezeh graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Science followed by a Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy from University of British Columbia. She has a special interest in hand and upper extremity injuries and is finalizing her designation as a Certified Hand Therapist. During her studies, Faezeh spent seven years working as a support worker and teacher for individuals with special needs including Autism, Aspersers, learning disabilities and Down Syndrome. These experiences gave her a broad understanding of mind and body integration and a unique outlook on life. She also has expertise working as a physiotherapist in Pain Management Programs, designing and developing treatment plans that emphasize self-management of pain using a biopsychosocial interdisciplinary approach. During the past 14 years, Faezeh has developed her areas of expertise while working in private practice physiotherapy. She has completed post graduate training in Hand Therapy, Vestibular Rehabilitation, IMS dry needling, chronic pain and McKenzie Techniques (levels A, B and C). Faezeh has experience working with individuals of all ages and activity levels and has treatment expertise in acute sport injuries, post-surgical conditions, workplace injuries, postural syndromes and motor vehicle accidents. Her treatment philosophy is centred around education and empowerment; to allow individuals to self care and make daily adjustments while participating in activities that are meaningful to them. Faezeh has a love for active lifestyle and her ultimate goal is to help individuals be active and stay active throughout their lives.