Uma Acharekar

Olive Tree Wellness Clinic

#200-3975 North Rd, Burnaby, BC, V3J 1S2

Uma Acharekar is Registered Physiotherapist with over 18 years of experience in Hospital and Community Health care. She completed her Bachelor’s Degree in Physiotherapy in 2006 and later successfully completed her Master’s Degree in Neurorehabilitation. She has a keen interest in evidence based research and has a Publication in International Journal of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy by her name. Uma believes in in-depth assessment and goal setting to impart optimum care to her clients. Her focus is to provide holistic care through use of Pain management techniques, Manual therapy, customized exercise prescriptions and elaborate Home exercise program to ensure long term health and prevent recurrences. Uma’s passion for Pain Management and Rehabilitation has fuelled her pursuit of continuing education and adding to her skill set. She takes up new courses every year and so far has successfully completed the following certifications: Dry Needling : Acupuncture Canada Total Spine Thrust Manipulation: Institute of Clinical Excellence USA Whiplash and Neck Pain: APTEI, Canada Cervical Headaches: APTEI, Canada Low Back Pain: Lumbar Spine by McKenzie Institute Canada Temporomandibular Joint Management (TMJ): APTEI, Canada Concussion Therapy: IMPACT USA Clinical Pilates: Calibrate Pilates, Canada Vestibular Therapy (Dizziness and Vertigo) Fundamentals of Running Injuries: The Running Clinic Kinesio Taping Uma strongly believes in the ability to stay physically active which is so critical in the prevention and management of many illnesses and is herself a fitness enthusiast. In her free time, she loves going for hikes, biking, kayaking and enjoys playing Badminton and Tennis.