Professional development: Kinetic Link Training with Wayne Rodgers
Ashley and I spent the two days downtown Victoria studying some functional movement training – it always feels good to fit in some continuing education when we can. We had…
Our new home at 1928 Oak Bay Ave
What started out as a sketch on a blank piece of paper is now a reality. The brand new Arbutus Physiotherapy & Health Centre will officially open our doors on…
2017 roundup and happy new year, Victoria!
Wow, here we are at the end of another year! Thank you to all of our amazing clients who continue to inspire us. You’re the reason we push to be the best physiotherapists, chiropractors and massage therapists…
Race report – ITU Triathlon World Championship 2017
Race report, ITU World Triathlon Championship: The water conditions were close to perfect and we were allowed to wear our wetsuits which is a huge relief for most triathletes. As with all open water triathlons it was a bit rough with some kicking and punching as we passed each buoy…
Nine golden rules for swimming injury prevention
Swimming is awesome. Compared to other sports, swimming has a relatively low risk of injury.
However, the most common body part injured while swimming
Working within a multi-disciplinary healthcare team
All the practitioners at Arbutus run busy practices so at times we only see each other as we pass in the reception area. To allow more collaboration and mentorship we have started…
Waiting to start, in races and in life
Waiting for a race to start is an intense moment of quiet sandwiched between months of training and a day of careful execution…
Speaking about musculo-skeletal injuries to UVic students
I travelled to Royal Jubilee Hospital last week to speak to the Nurse Practitioner students at the University of Victoria…
Race day at the Ironman Miami 70.3
It was a big race with over 2500 athletes from around the world. I had a sixth place finish in my age out of 112 women…
Staying fit and healthy
The last race of the season is almost here and I’ve been so grateful that I haven’t been injured this year. It makes me think about the difference between fitness and health…
The four phases of whiplash
The four phases of whiplash happen when you’re in a collision and stop abruptly. These four phases help are an insight into how injury happens. Treatment for whiplash is an important part of recovery…
Kristen Bradley, registered massage therapist
Kristen is a Registered Massage Therapist and has been living in Victoria for the past two years. Since moving her practice and passion to Victoria, Kristen enjoys her new west coast home, the beautiful surroundings…
Efficacy of shockwave therapy on calcific tendonitis of the shoulder
This is a great article about interesting research from the Canadian Medical Association on shock-wave therapy effectiveness for some shoulder tendinitis…
How To Find The Right Physiotherapist For You
Arbutus Physiotherapy & Health Centre is featured in Richard Watts article in the Times Colonist on ‘How to find the right physiotherapist for you’…
10 Golden Rules For Runners
Ten great tips for runners for preventing injuries and a healthy lifestyle.
Complimentary Treatment Post XTERRA Victoria Race
Complimentary Treatment Post XTERRA Victoria Race