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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.”

Genuine care and passion to help

“Very positive experience with Arbutus! My husband and I see Connor Willis. He is patient, friendly and listens to all my concerns. He explains his process very well and makes sure you understand what is going on in every session. You can see his genuine care and passion to help. He helped me with my plantar fasciitis. Never imagined I would live a life with no foot pain at all. Thank you.”

Nickola Bettridge
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Nice environment and friendly staff members

“I had a frozen shoulder for over 3 months. My shoulder had been in constant pain, and the mobility had been getting worse and worse. I found a Physiotherapy clinic close to my home. The Physiotherapist only pushed my arm with a single finger and verified my shoulder pain. She then used the rest of the session to educate me on frozen shoulders. Finally, she told me that my situation was not good and that I might need to find a specialist or get surgery…

I decide to try another Physiotherapist. I followed Google reviews and found Arbutus Physiotherapy & Health Center because it has an abundance of 5 star reviews. I made an appointment with Jessica Cadangan, and I was lucky to meet up with her. She is marvellous.

Jessica was very nice and professional. She asked me questions, and carefully checked my shoulder. Jessica treated my shoulder and loosened my tightened muscles. She answered my questions while explaining what was to be expected after the treatment. She also made a plan for me… After the visit, for the first time since last three months, my shoulder felt better.

Arbutus also impressed me. It has nice environment and friendly staff members. Their website is easy to access, and I can login to my account with everything there. In addition to that, the appointment is able to added to my phone’s calendar conveniently.

I highly recommend Arbutus and Jessica Cadangan.”

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What our patients say about us

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Very impressed

“Very impressed with the staff. Friendly, helpful and knew who I was after my first visit. Libby, my physio is great. Very knowledgeable, down to earth and really works to help my condition out.” Larry Earnhart
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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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Thoroughly explained how to move forward with my healing plan

“I went to this clinic for the first time recently. Emily Jackson was so friendly, welcoming and easy to talk to. She is very knowledgeable and took the time to ensure I understood everything about my injury, as well as thoroughly explained how to move forward with my healing plan. Her and I even shared…
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Significant relief, preventing a recurrence

“Josh did a very professional job diagnosing my pulled oblique muscle and showed me five exercises. The Physiapp is great for demonstrating them and checking off when complete. I had significant relief after 2 days and am now getting some strengthening exercises to help prevent a recurrence!” Herb Wagner
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Helped me tremendously

“Josh Grawbarger at the Langford clinic has helped me tremendously with the shin splints I was struggling with for half a year. He referred me to one of his coworkers, Brandon, for co-management as well. I have enjoyed Josh’s company during the visits as well as his professional capability. I highly recommend Josh. All the…
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Professionalism and genuine care

“Excellent experience at Arbutus. Greeted by the friendly staff member at the front desk. My physiotherapist, Joseph was very knowledgeable, listened carefully to my concerns, and created a program to help me get back on my feet quickly. I really appreciated the professionalism and genuine care provided here. Highly recommend!” – Carla Charles