Joey enjoys helping and caring about other people. Therefore, he went to medical university when he was in China, and he had worked in disease control and prevention area for several years after graduating. In order to go back to the health science industry in Canada as a new immigrant, he chose massage therapy as his career.
As an RMT, he has a strong incentive to help clients to address their issues, live better lives, and improve their well-being. To achieve these goals, Joey uses a wide range of modalities(techniques) he learned during the 2-year RMT program at Langara College, such as Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, joint mobilization, myofascial release, trigger point release, neuromuscular therapy, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation, post isometric relaxation, and muscle energy techniques.
At Langara College, Joey did research (case study) on Massage Techniques on Improving Forward Head Posture. He has an abundance of experience in treating back, shoulders and neck pain caused by postural imbalance, prolonged sitting or standing.
Outside of work, Joey is a huge fan of tennis. He enjoys tennis whenever he has a chance to play. Joey was the champion of 2017 Vancouver International Pride tennis tournament (C group Men’s single). He also enjoys going on hikes during free time as well.
Shirley has accumulated over 3000 hours of training and experience during her course of study at the Langara College RMT program. During that time, she had chance to work with various patient populations such as; young athletes, dancers, opera performers, climbers, sports runners, seniors with different chronic diseases, patients with spinal cord injuries and many more. Shirley also has experience as a shiatsu practitioner.
She has worked on clients with a variety of common musculoskeletal problems such as : headaches, stiff neck and shoulders, postural syndrome, chronic low back pain and overuse injuries, nerve entrapment and anxiety and stress management. Shirley always tries to stand in patients shoes, identify the problem and discuss the treatment plan with them. During treatment Shirley likes to combine different techniques, to customize the treatment to that clients individual’s needs and educate the patient with homecare techniques and tips so they can successfully achieve their goals.
Outside of work, Shirley enjoys practicing yoga, deep stretching, jogging, cooking and reading as well as listening to relaxing music.
Harman is a graduate of the Vancouver College of Massage Therapy. Here, he enjoyed the challenges brought up by the varying injuries and conditions he saw and made sure his experiences were well-diversified as, during his clinical internship at VCMT, he treated patients at a variety of locations from retirement homes and long term care homes such as Ronald McDonald house to Crossfit gyms and student-athletes at SFU. He spent extensive time questioning instructors and performing techniques of all abilities. He brings a focused approach to his treatments and believes communication plays an imperative role in treatment success. He looks forward to creating a tailored plan that is best suited to his client’s needs.
Harman is often found testing his knowledge even outside the workplace. He is deeply passionate about technology and is not intimidated to pick up an old computer and configure it to make it almost as good as new. His passions stem to automobiles as well, as he enjoys driving and researching sports cars. During his leisure time, he can be found at the gym or hanging out with family and friends.
Ishtpreet obtained her bachelor’s degree from Guru Nanak Dev University, India in 2015. She has worked in multiple out-patient clinics as well as a multi-speciality hospital in India. Through these experiences she has gained a special interest in orthopaedic and sports injuries.
Ishtpreet immigrated to Canada in 2018 and completed her certification courses in Physiotherapy Practice in Canadian Healthcare Systems from the University of Alberta.
Her treatment approach includes manual therapy, exercises, patient education and prevention strategies to increase mobility, strength and function. She also focuses on postural education and work ergonomics to avoid injuries before they happen.
In her spare time, she likes to read books, travel and explore the local surroundings.
Trevor completed his Master of Physical Therapy and Bachelor of Human Kinetics from the University of British Columbia. As a clinician, Trevor has a special interest in sports injuries, chronic pain, and orthopedic rehabilitation.
He is an advocate of evidence-based practice, and believes that education and exercise therapy are fundamental to improving rehabilitation outcomes. Currently, he has completed his Canadian Physiotherapy Association Orthopedic Division Level 1 certification, and continues to be involved in continuing education. Trevor is a proud member of Physiotherapy Association of British Columbia, and continues to promote physiotherapy throughout the community through volunteering.
On his weekends, Trevor enjoys spending his time in the outdoors; skiing, rock climbing, and fly-fishing.
Ronak Kapadia completed a Bachelors of Physiotherapy at the Health Sciences Dept. of Rajiv Gandhi University in India where he underwent intensive training at an 810 bed hospital. He has worked a physiotherapist in hospitals, orthopaedic clinics, community and university settings.
After gaining a few years of work experience Ronak pursued and successfully completed a Masters degree in Physical Activity and Health from University of Erlangen-Nuremberg in Germany where he was involved in research projects and received further clinical training.
Ronak has a special interest in orthopaedic and neurological conditions. He has specialized training in manual therapy techniques as well as a Yoga certification from India. He has extensive experience in dealing with musculoskeletal pathologies, sports related injuries as well as neurological conditions. He believes in hands-on therapy and applies manual therapy techniques in many of his treatment sessions. Ronak believes in lifelong learning and yearns for knowledge by researching and engaging new strategies and techniques to further help his clients.
Ronak is a very passionate and client focused physical therapist. He has a very pleasing personality, professional attitude and takes utmost care of his patients in order to obtain the best clinical results possible.
Languages known: English, Hindi, Gujarati, understands Punjabi
In his free time Ronak likes to sing, play music, meditate and go for a walk.
Parneet Sandhu is a registered physiotherapist with more than six years of experience; 4 years in India and two years in Canada. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy from one of the most reputed universities in India and subsequently completed a Masters in Administrative Sciences in BC.
As a former international athlete with an ongoing interests in health and fitness Parneet integrates her philosophies and experiences into her physiotherapy practice. Parneet follows an evidence based treatment style and coordinates with other health professionals in circle of care in order to improve treatment outcomes. She is experienced in treating patients with a variety of conditions such as orthopaedic, neurological, work related injuries, motor vehicle accident injuries, sports injuries, post-operative rehabilitation and much more.
Parneet uses her diverse skill set to empower her clients in reaching their desired goals. Parneet is also certified in Functional Dry Needling. In her free time Parneet keeps her sporting spirit alive by hiking and exploring new places.
Jonathan Heilbrunn is a Registered Physiotherapist and graduate of the University of Western Ontario.
Clinical expertise in many areas of physiotherapy with particular emphasis on outpatient orthopedics and athletic injuries
Diploma in Advanced Manual Therapy; a Fellow with the Canadian Academy of Manual Therapists
Certified with the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada
15+ years experience in a variety of clinical settings treating both acute and chronic injuries stemming from sports injuries, motor vehicular accidents, various musculo-skeletal impairments, post surgical conditions, as well as normal every day aches and pains
The key to successful rehabilitation must involve educating patients on their diagnoses or injury and to help them to improve their quality of life and regain independence.
Jonathan is an avid snowboarder, weightlifter and fitness buff.