Dr. Heather van der Geest, Naturopathic Physician

Dr. Heather van der Geest, Naturopathic Physician I am a Naturopathic Physician in Chilliwack and Abbotsford
I have a focus in Pain and Injury Management and Regenerative Injection Therapies 🩺
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JUMP START YOUR HEALTH
Dr. Heather van der Geest, ND has a focus in pain management and orthopedic injuries. She uses a hands-on approach to assist the body in its healing process and provide tools to help the body heal itself. Her main treatment modalities include: Physical medicine and adjustments, regenerative injection therapies (prolotherapy, PRP, neuro-prolo, neural therapy), acupuncture and trigger point injections. She also supports the body through nutrition, detoxification and drainage, IV therapy and lifestyle modifications

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12/19/2025

repost from A little health lesson presented by the Grinch! 🎄🩸

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Healing doesn't happen overnightImprovements in chronic pain often happen as a result of persistent efforts over a long ...
12/19/2025

Healing doesn't happen overnight
Improvements in chronic pain often happen as a result of persistent efforts over a long period of time. This means that healing is not just an event but a journey, involving a combination of therapies, lifestyle changes, and mental resilience. It's important to recognize that progress may be slow and non-linear, requiring both adaptation to new routines and a commitment to self-care over the long haul.



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I absolutely LOVE my job and helping patients deal with muscle, joint or ligament /tendon injuries is my favorite.... I'...
12/19/2025

I absolutely LOVE my job and helping patients deal with muscle, joint or ligament /tendon injuries is my favorite.... I'm sure my patients would agree that this face accurately describes how I look, when they say they have an injury....
In my head... It's GO TIME, let's fix that injury and get you back to the activities you love 💕

As a Naturopathic Physician, we take this oath to remain true to our guiding principles.If you'd like to see a naturopat...
12/18/2025

As a Naturopathic Physician, we take this oath to remain true to our guiding principles.

If you'd like to see a naturopathic doctor to look at your health concerns and help build an individualized treatment plan that is right for you, book an appointment with Dr. Heather van der Geest ND today!

Let's get a Jump Start on your Health for 2024!



Aesthetic Medicine (PRP) and Microneedling Did you know that Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) is an excellent way to naturally...
12/17/2025

Aesthetic Medicine (PRP) and Microneedling
Did you know that Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) is an excellent way to naturally support your health and beauty?
PRP for Aesthetics is used for:
- hair loss
- wrinkles
- scars
- stretch marks
- acne
- pigmentation/discoloration
- loss of tone
- skin rejuvenation
- collagen building

Book in for a consultation to learn more about how PRP for Aesthetics can support you.

Dr. Heather van der Geest, Naturopathic Physician

The Apollo Clinic, Chilliwack

As a Naturopathic Doctor, I have many different treatment tools and modalities to use in order to make an individualized...
12/17/2025

As a Naturopathic Doctor, I have many different treatment tools and modalities to use in order to make an individualized treatment plan for each patient.

I offer:
Regenerative Injection Therapies
IV Vitamin and Nutrient Therapy
Pain and Injury Management
Digestive Support
Health Optimization
Physical Exams
Aesthetic procedures (Botox, Microneedling and PRP)
Acupuncture
Physical Adjustments
Lab Testing

If you have any questions about the services I provide, please reach out and ask.

Book an appointment at The Apollo Clinic 604-792-9981 in Chilliwack or 604-855-1886 in Abbotsford



Positive reminders to finish off 2025, and start 2026! ❤️
12/16/2025

Positive reminders to finish off 2025, and start 2026! ❤️

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12/15/2025

repost from Fear avoidance is a common issue among those suffering from chronic pain. The fear of exacerbating pain can lead to inactivity, which in turn can contribute to muscle weakness, joint stiffness, and reduced overall functionality. This avoidance behavior creates a cycle where fear leads to inactivity, which then leads to more pain, perpetuating the chronic pain experience.

Annie O'Connor's Stop Light model is a helpful tool in managing this fear, which is what we use with our patients. It uses the metaphor of traffic lights to help patients gauge their pain levels during exercise and determine appropriate actions:

1. Green Light: Indicates safe pain levels. Minor discomfort or pain that eases with continued movement falls into this category. It suggests that it is okay to continue with the activity as planned.
2. Yellow Light: Represents caution. Pain that is more intense but still tolerable, and might increase slightly with activity, suggests the need to modify the exercise. Slowing down, reducing intensity, or altering the activity might be necessary while monitoring how the pain responds.
3. Red Light: Signifies stop. Severe pain or pain that sharply increases with activity requires immediate cessation. This level of pain indicates that the activity might be harmful, and it is crucial to stop and consult with a healthcare provider.

By utilizing this model, patients can better understand and manage their pain during exercise, ensuring that they are not avoiding beneficial activities out of fear. Working closely with a healthcare provider, patients can learn to differentiate between pain that signals harm and pain that is part of the healing process, ultimately leading to improved outcomes and a path toward pain resolution.



A Friendly Reminder from these mascots to keep on top of Screening Exams: - Colonoscopy for Bowel Cancer- Mammography an...
12/15/2025

A Friendly Reminder from these mascots to keep on top of Screening Exams:
- Colonoscopy for Bowel Cancer
- Mammography and Breast Exam for Breast Cancer
- Pap Test for early detection of Cervical Cancer



As much as this time of year can be happy, and jolly getting ready for the holidays can also cause alot of STRESS!Stress...
12/15/2025

As much as this time of year can be happy, and jolly getting ready for the holidays can also cause alot of STRESS!
Stress can be mental, emotional and physical.
Money stress, family stress, health stress, holiday stress and now also stress with not being able to be around all the people we love this holiday season.

If you are dealing with stress (of any kind) and want to work with a Naturopathic Doctor to help support you both physically, mentally and emotionally.... Book an appointment today!

Let me help you get on a treatment plan that is right for you to help manage your stress and keep your brain, body and mind healthy.

Book your appointment today!



Dr. Heather van der Geest, ND has a hands-on physical medicine based practice to help relieve pain and treat injuries.Sh...
12/15/2025

Dr. Heather van der Geest, ND has a hands-on physical medicine based practice to help relieve pain and treat injuries.

She uses adjustment techniques, regenerative injection therapies, soft tissue mobilization and acupuncture to help relieve pain, decrease nerve inflammation, strengthen joints and ligaments and support the body in its own natural healing processes.

If you'd like to get a jump start on your health, book an appointment with Dr. Heather today!!



I prescribe this a lot for my patients 🤣Heated seats are great for heat after treatment 💉
12/15/2025

I prescribe this a lot for my patients 🤣
Heated seats are great for heat after treatment 💉



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Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm

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Jump Start Your Health

Dr. Heather van der Geest, ND has a focus in pain management and orthopedic injuries. She uses a hands-on approach to assist the body in its healing process and provide tools to help the body heal itself.

Her main treatment modalities include: Physical medicine and adjustments, regenerative injection therapies (prolotherapy, PRP, neural prolo, neural therapy), acupuncture and trigger point injections, along with supporting the body through nutrition, detoxification and drainage, IV therapy, longevity medicine, lifestyle modification and hormone balancing.