Lauren Giles

Fix Healthcare

Lauren graduated from UBC in 2014 with a Master of Physical Therapy degree, and from UVic in 2005 with a Bachelor of Arts double major degree in Psychology and Sociology (Quantitative Research emphasis). She has been a member of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association since 2012, and is registered on the College of Physical Therapists of BC's dry needling roster. Lauren has experience working with a variety of patients in both hospital and clinic settings, but finds her passion in assessment and treatment of orthopedics. Lauren takes a particular interest in assessment and treatment of whiplash/cervical spine dysfunction, temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ/TMD), shoulder injuries, and chronic pain. In clinic, Lauren's approach to treatment utilizes hands-on manual therapy, dry needling, various modalities, and most importantly, enabling her patients to maintain and progress their gains using home-based exercise and self-care techniques. When not at the clinic Lauren spends her time keeping up with her child, experimenting with new cooking projects and playing outside. As a youth she played competitive softball in the position of pitcher. Now she approaches sport and recreation as a weekend warrior, with experiences in volleyball, swimming, hiking, surfing, snowshoeing, and of course, more softball. Lauren works at both our Downtown and Selkirk locations! Don't see a time that works for you? Please check availability at both clinics.