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Graston Technique

Graston Technique is an instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization technique that enables clinicians to effectively break down scar tissue and fascial restrictions. It is a technique that is successful in treating all soft tissue conditions, whether they are chronic, acute, or post surgical. The Graston Technique offers many advantages to the patient such as:

  • Decreased overall time of treatment
  • Fosters faster rehabilitation/recovery
  • Reduces need for anti-inflammatory medications
  • Resolves chronic conditions

Active Release Technique

Active Release Technique (ART) is a hands on, soft tissue technique that successfully locates and breaks up scar tissue and fascial adhesions/restrictions. “ART is a patented advanced, movement-based massage system, that is extremely effective for accurately locating the cause of soft-tissue conditions and effectively resolving (or greatly improving) over-use and sprain/strain conditions.”

Kind, attentive, welcoming

“Both Hailey and Rayanne at the front desk are kind, attentive and welcoming. Josh is a very skilled physiotherapist and definitely has healing in his hands.”

Sirisha Asuri
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A treatment plan to help meet my goals

“Lena Walther is an exceptional physiotherapist. She completed a thorough examination, provided me information on the assessment findings, and structured a treatment plan to help meet my goals. I would highly recommend Lena!”

Lauren Rex
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What our patients say about us

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Back to a pain-free life

“They were very professional and took the time to really look at what my needs were to get healed and back to day-to-day life, pain-free.” Dave Pepperall
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In good hands

“Thank you so much. You’re all so amazing, even during this difficult time. You are in good hands there.” Markus Schnell
Braeden Parrott, reviewer

The framework to continue to heal

After being treated by Ashley Fradette at Arbutus, I felt the need to come back and edit my previous review. Ashley is without a doubt, the best physiotherapist I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with. Ashley’s welcoming and warm demeanour meant that coming to physio was always a highlight of my day. In addition…
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Arbutus Physiotherapy Westshore is an excellent facility.

“Arbutus Physiotherapy Westshore is an excellent facility. The owner, Sandy Wilson is knowledgeable, skilled and a great communicator. Remy, one of the physiotherapists at Arbutus has also been helping me with necessary treatments. He also is a very skilled, professional. The facility is immaculate, good parking available and reception always very helpful.” Kay Kerr
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Made me feel great about my recovery

“Jamie was excellent and made me feel great about my recovery. She explained everything so nice and gave me great exercises to do between sessions. Very professional and friendly. Side note: Hailey at front reception area was so nice and makes you feel so comfortable.” Curtis Price
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Service is excellent

“The service was excellent and very knowledgeable staff. Brandon was great and enjoyable to be around.” – Dave