Shawn Turnau

Sparwood Chiropractic and Wellness

102-101 Red Cedar Drive, Sparwood, BC, V0B 2G0

Shawn completed a B.Sc in Human Kinetics (Hon) at the University of Ottawa in 1996. He then moved to BC with the idea of skiing for one year before continuing his studies. But the mountains wouldn’t let him leave, and he dove headfirst into the ski industry, working as a ski instructor, pro ski patrol, avalanche technician and finally as a professional ski guide under the ACMG. In 2009 Shawn returned to his long- held goal of becoming a physiotherapist , and he earned a Master’s in Physical Therapy from UBC in 2011. Since then, he has taken multiple courses in manual therapy and vestibular rehabilitation. Shawn has worked in the Elk Valley since 2011 with all types of clients. He is experienced in rehabilitation of athletes, ICBC and WorkSafe BC clients. Shawn’s treatment style focuses on exercise and movement patterns as he strives to incorporate the patient’s lifestyle and athletic goals into highly personalized treatment plans. When not at work Shawn can be found on the slopes skiing, on the trails mountain biking, or enjoying time with his two wonderful kids. Shawn is registered to provide treatment for ICBC, WorksafeBC, MSP, RCMP, and Veterans/Armed Forces. He is also set up for direct billing for several private insurance companies. Shawn is a registered member of the College of Physical Therapists of British Columbia and Canadian Physiotherapy Association.