Whether you are dealing with an injury, have been in pain for years, want to enhance your performance, or simply relax, Adam can address your needs. He utilizes a combination of Swedish massage, myofascial techniques, deep tissue releases, stretching, and joint mobilizations to meet your goals. Adam is also certified in Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM).
As team RMT for the Coquitlam Express of the BCHL, Adam also treats hockey players and staff alongside a multidisciplinary medical team.
Adam has completed his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at Simon Fraser University, with an Active Health and Rehabilitation Concentration, and a certificate in Health & Fitness Studies. After completing his degree, he pursued massage therapy because of his interest in sports, appreciation of the complexity of the human body, and promoting health and wellness in a fulfilling manner.
Outside of the clinic, Adam enjoys keeping active. He loves challenging the body through strength training and also participates in recreational soccer and hockey leagues. He also enjoys camping, lounging at the beach, and planning the next travel destination.
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Prav graduated with distinction from the University of the Fraser Valley, earning his Bachelor of Kinesiology before completing his Master of Science in Physiotherapy. He has experience working with individuals of all ages across a wide range of clinical settings, including orthopaedics, post-surgical acute care, neurological rehabilitation, hand therapy, geriatrics, and sports medicine.
This diverse background equips Prav with the knowledge and versatility to manage a broad caseload of both acute and chronic conditions. His treatment approach emphasizes exercise and patient education, aiming to create meaningful, long-lasting improvements in his patients’ health and function.
A committed lifelong learner, Prav prioritizes evidence-based practice and is dedicated to staying up to date with the latest research and clinical advancements.
Outside of the clinic, he enjoys staying active and spending time with his family and friends.
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Miya is a registered Physiotherapist who is passionate about helping people move with confidence,
strength, and purpose. She earned her Bachelor of Science from SFU and Masters of Physical Therapy
from UBC. With a background in gymnastics and some experience with most sports, she can connect
with clients of all activity levels and understand the physical and mental demands of movement and
activity. Having grown up in Langley, Miya has a strong connection to the local community.
Miya has her Advanced Integrated Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy level 1 certification and has supported
clients with a variety of presentations including: sports injuries, chronic pain, post-operative rehabilitation
(including joint replacements), workplace injuries, neurological conditions, joint pain/strains and motor
vehicle accidents. She values a holistic treatment approach and tailors each treatment plan to the
individual’s goals, lifestyle and stage of recovery.
With a function-focused approach, treatment plans emphasize restoring optimal movement, strength, and
confidence. Miya also incorporates a variety of techniques, including manual therapy, joint mobilizations,
and mobility work to support pain relief and movement quality. She enjoys working with those who are
newer to exercise as well as active individuals, striving to help clients feel safe and supported as they
build their capacity.
Outside of the clinic, you can find Miya at the gym, going to pilates or yoga, and (trying) to play tennis.
Miya is committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive environment where clients feel heard, motivated,
and confident in their care.
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Gurinder graduated Physiotherapy from UBC in 2012, fulfilling a lifelong dream he envisioned at age 13.
He was a young athlete who seemingly spent more time sidelined than on the field due to injuries. Gurinder sought change and desperately desired control over his pain and health.
This sparked a keen interest and passion for the human body and performance that has grown. Fast-forward a couple of decades and Gurinder is fulfilling a new dream by opening River District Physio.
The motivation behind wanting to open a clinic was simple: to have a larger reach, redefine what quality rehab looks like and to hopefully inspire people along the way.
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Shayla is a graduate of the West Coast College of Massage Therapy and focuses on helping people feel their best through deep tissue work, movement-based techniques, and joint mobilizations. Her goal is to reduce pain, release muscle tension, and support you in getting back to the activities you love.
She believes that long-term results come from both treatment and active-involvement, so each session includes a personalized home-care plan to help you continue feeling your best outside the clinic.
Outside of the clinic, you will find her camping, fishing, or enjoying some clay shooting in the outdoors.
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Neil graduated from UBC with a Bachelor’s of Human Kinetics and a Master’s degree in Physical Therapy. With his strong background in exercise and functional rehabilitation, Neil has a special interest in sport-related injuries and has worked with the New Westminster Hyacks Football, Sullivan Heights Football and Richmond Devils Hockey.
In his practice, he works with a wide array of clients, ranging from athletes of all levels, to individuals just looking to optimize their health. Neil uses a mix of hands-on manual therapy techniques, along with promoting movement & corrective exercise in treating his patients.
Currently, Neil holds his certificate in Chan Gunn IMS, along with his acupuncture certificate from the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute, Level 2 Manual Therapy, and Mulligan Concept certifications.
Neil is also a trained provider of the Shift Concussion Management Program, in which he offers baseline testing for athletes along with post-concussion care for all individuals. When Neil is not working in the clinic he enjoys playing basketball and soccer, along with volunteering within the sports community.
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Born and raised in the northern town of Williams Lake, British Columbia, Vic draws on his background as a competitive athlete and personal experiences with injury rehabilitation.
Along with being a ranked national level competitive swimmer for over 15 years, and a multi-time provincial gold medalist, Vic has trained and competed in various sports such as, Wrestling, Olympic Weightlifting, Track and Field, Basketball, and Football.
From his experiences as a competitive athlete, Vic has always been keen on optimizing human performance. Battling through major injuries of his own, he has learned from experience the effort required to diligently rehabilitate through injuries.
Vic completed his Masters of Physical Therapy at the University of British Columbia in 2013 after obtaining his Bachelors of Science with a major in Kinesiology from Simon Fraser University. He is certified with Chan Gunn IMS (a highly recognized Dry Needling Technique), Acupuncture Canada, and has also completed courses in Soft Tissue Release Techniques and Manual Therapy.
“My passion for Physiotherapy comes from my personal experiences. I’ve always wanted to find a way to help others overcome their battles with their bodies. I truly believe we should all have the ability to function at optimal levels with our bodies, no matter our daily tasks or challenges. You have to practice what you preach, and I live and breathe this lifestyle of maintaining an optimal functioning body. I want to inspire the next generation by showing them it can be done the right way. I wanted to open River District Physio, because I truly wanted to share this passion with others on a larger platform.”
Vic believes in using an individualized “hands-on” or manual approach with his rehabilitation protocol. He utilizes his diverse background in sports training, vast knowledge and experiences in exercise rehabilitation to provide the correct exercise programs, biomechanical correction, and education to help optimize the recovery process and prevent future injuries.
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