Yaletown Wellness
878 Hamilton St, Vancouver, BC, V6B 6A2
**James is available at the HAMILTON location** James grew up with a strong interest in sports, mechanics and fixing things, which naturally led him to a career in physiotherapy. Throughout his journey, he became more aware of the physical and mental disabilities that many people face, which motivated him to alleviate suffering and focus his fixing energy into healing. Before completing his degree in physiotherapy at the University of British Columbia, he worked for several years as a kinesiologist and rehabilitation assistant. He was closely involved with the Developmentally Challenged Youth Basketball Association for over a decade and has also worked extensively with the elderly population in long-term care and home therapy. A key part of James’ approach is empowering patients to become their own therapists through increasing awareness and understanding of their bodies, while learning to precisely apply corrective exercise, posture/movement retraining and other self-management strategies. He also incorporates manual therapy, needling and electrophysical agents when appropriate. He is skilled in treating a diverse range of conditions including whiplash, overuse injuries, post-operative recovery, chronic pain and neurological disorders. James’ hunger to grow is never satiated and constantly drives him to improve his practice as well as state of being. He is a DNS Certified Practitioner and has had additional training in various treatment methods including Fascial Manipulation (Stecco method level 3), Gunn IMS, acupuncture and joint manipulation. Outside of work, he does have a life (and wife) too but you can find out more in person if interested. Education: Master of Physical Therapy, University of British Columbia – 2020 Bachelor of Kinesiology, University of British Columbia – 2014 Certifications: Fascial Manipulation (Stecco Method) Levels 1 and 2 Acupuncture Canada Certification Level 1 Advanced Integrated Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy (CPA Orthopaedic Division) Level 1 Soft Tissue Release Level 1