Ladner Village Physiotherapy

Ladner Village Physiotherapy Orthopaedic Physiotherapy | Vestibular Rehabilitation | Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy | Massage Therapy

Let me introduce you to another one of our exquisite physiotherapists at LVP - meet Chantal!A graduate from the UBC Mast...
12/11/2025

Let me introduce you to another one of our exquisite physiotherapists at LVP - meet Chantal!

A graduate from the UBC Master of Physical Therapy program, Chantal has been with us since 2022. A certified clinical exercise physiologist, they have years of experience working with people of all ages with complex conditions. Recently, Chantal has focused more on vestibular rehabilitation and is finishing up their certification in vestibular rehabilitation through 360NeuroHealth. They also offer Bike Fit as a certified provider!

Swipe on through for Chantalโ€™s book recommendations, their travel desires and what a lottery win would buy themโ€ฆ

Did you know the vestibular system is more than just a balance organ? The information the vestibular system collects is ...
12/10/2025

Did you know the vestibular system is more than just a balance organ? The information the vestibular system collects is widely distributed throughout the brain and used in a tonne of processes!

A few areas the vestibular system had major roles in include:

๐ŸŒ€THE AUTONOMIC SYSTEM: aka all those things your body does automatically for you. Think blood pressure, breathing rate, digestionโ€ฆ
๐ŸŒ€ HIGHER LEVEL COGNITIVE PROCESSES: for instance, spatial navigation, learning, attention and memory
๐ŸŒ€ PERCEPTUAL AND MOTOR DECISION MAKING: for instance, when driving a car you need to use your sense to make good choices about when to go and when to stop
๐ŸŒ€ MENTAL IMAGERY AND MENTAL ROTATION: being able to visualize a space and objects. For instance, will that suitcase fit in the overhead bin?

For more, check out Dr Frank and Dr Greenleeโ€™s publication โ€œThe parieto-insular vestibular cortex in humans: more than a single area?โ€ from the Journal of Neurophysiology, published in 2018.

Happy learning!

Have you met Nicole yet? Nicole Coffey is one of our awesome physios at LVP!A physio since 2011, Nicole had taken extens...
12/04/2025

Have you met Nicole yet? Nicole Coffey is one of our awesome physios at LVP!

A physio since 2011, Nicole had taken extensive training in all things pelvic health and chronic pain. Sheโ€™s one of the few physios in B.C. qualified to fit pessaries! She also helps teach the new physios coming out of UBC, both in the classroom and in the clinic.

Swipe through to see Nicoleโ€™s favourite book, her order at the coffee shop and where she would take a Time Machine if given the opportunityโ€ฆ

We get this question a lot: โ€œBut donโ€™t I need a referral from my doc before I can see you?โ€The answer: NO!In BC, physiot...
11/27/2025

We get this question a lot: โ€œBut donโ€™t I need a referral from my doc before I can see you?โ€

The answer: NO!

In BC, physiotherapists are direct access meaning you donโ€™t need a doctorโ€™s referral to see us!

This means thatโ€™s if youโ€™re dealing with:
๐Ÿ”น joint or muscle pain
๐Ÿ”น dizziness
๐Ÿ”น pelvic floor concerns
๐Ÿ”น TMD
๐Ÿ”น hypermobility
๐Ÿ”น problems after a concussion
Or anything in between, we can help!

Pain in your jaw? Dealing with clicking and locking? Is it difficult to chew?You may have TMD, also known as temporomand...
10/16/2025

Pain in your jaw? Dealing with clicking and locking? Is it difficult to chew?

You may have TMD, also known as temporomandibular disorder - a common problem involving the muscles, joint and nerves of the jaw.

Physio and massage are great tools for TMD. We can help by:
๐Ÿ”น improving jaw joint mobility
๐Ÿ”น releasing tight muscles
๐Ÿ”น correcting posture issues
๐Ÿ”น guiding gentle, safe movement & supportive habits

Using the right approach including manual therapy and exercise, people often report significantly less pain and more movement within weeks of starting treatment.

If youโ€™re looking treatment for a painful jaw, give us a call at (778) 630-8800

A full body strength session using only one piece of equipment!? You betcha! Here is a list of 11 exercises you can do w...
10/15/2025

A full body strength session using only one piece of equipment!? You betcha! Here is a list of 11 exercises you can do with the plyo box. Feel free to comment your favourite Plyo box exercise below and Iโ€™ll add it to the list!
- Box jumps
- Bulgarian split squats
- Front Step ups
- Side step ups
- Incline pushups
- Decline pushups
- Tricep dips
- Incline mountain climbers
- Glut bridge
- Single leg sit to stand (working toward a pistol squat)
- Plank โ€œside-walksโ€

Want to know what scares me? Osteoporosis. Strong bones = more than just calcium & sunlight โ€” your workouts matter!Try a...
10/14/2025

Want to know what scares me? Osteoporosis.

Strong bones = more than just calcium & sunlight โ€” your workouts matter!
Try adding:
โ€ข Squats / deadlifts / lunges (resistance training)
โ€ข Jumping, stair climbing, dancing (impact weight-bearing)
โ€ข Balance and stability work (fall prevention)
Aim for ~2-3 resistance sessions/week + 30-min weight-bearing most days.
Your bones will thank you โ€” literally.

If you are not sure where to begin a bone-healthy strengthening program we have two fabulous Kinesiologists who can get you well on your way!

Phone 778-630-8800 or email clinic@ladnervillagephysio.com to book your appointment.

TRUE OR FALSE: dizziness always comes from your inner ear.The answer:๐ŸŒ€๐ŸŒ€๐ŸŒ€๐ŸŒ€๐ŸŒ€FALSE!Dizziness can come from several sources!...
10/08/2025

TRUE OR FALSE: dizziness always comes from your inner ear.

The answer:

๐ŸŒ€๐ŸŒ€๐ŸŒ€๐ŸŒ€๐ŸŒ€

FALSE!

Dizziness can come from several sources! While a major source of dizziness and vertigo is the inner ear, symptoms can also originate from:

๐ŸŒ€ medications
๐ŸŒ€ the neck
๐ŸŒ€ low blood pressure
๐ŸŒ€ (and possibly the biggest one of all!) migraine

If youโ€™re frequently dizzy, a vestibular assessment can help figure out the source and get you back on the road to a dizzy free life!

Book through the link in the bio, give us a shout at 778-630-8800 or email us at clinic@ladnervillagephysio.com

Need a massage? Spots available next week!We have two fabulous RMTs to help you out, with up to 75 minute appointments! ...
10/02/2025

Need a massage? Spots available next week!

We have two fabulous RMTs to help you out, with up to 75 minute appointments!

Our RMTs have extra training in:
๐Ÿ’† prenatal/post-partum care
๐Ÿ’† chronic pain
๐Ÿ’† headache management
๐Ÿ’† TMJ/jaw pain

Book now online through the link in our bio, email us at clinic@ladnervillagephysio.com or call us at (778) 630-8800

I run into people every day who have no idea what I do for a living. So letโ€™s break it down - what is vestibular rehabil...
10/01/2025

I run into people every day who have no idea what I do for a living. So letโ€™s break it down - what is vestibular rehabilitation?

Vestibular rehabilitation is for people experiencing:
๐ŸŒ€ dizziness
๐ŸŒ€ vertigo
๐ŸŒ€ balance issues
๐ŸŒ€ unsteadiness

It helps retrain the inner ear, brain and eyes to work together better through exercises like head turns, balance training, gaze stabilization, and walking with head movement.

Over time, people typically have fewer dizzy spells, steadier walking, and improved confidence.

Research also supports early intervention, especially with concussion, infection and post-trauma. Recovery times are shortened, balance is improved and falls are reduced.

Want to learn more? Head to (link in bio) ladnervillagephysio.com/vestibular-rehab

Itโ€™s here! The leaves are starting to change, the air is crisp and pumpkin spice is in the air! ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ‚ ITโ€™S AUTUMN!! ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ‚If yo...
09/28/2025

Itโ€™s here! The leaves are starting to change, the air is crisp and pumpkin spice is in the air!

๐Ÿ๐Ÿ‚ ITโ€™S AUTUMN!! ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ‚

If youโ€™re searching for a walk to admire the change of season and donโ€™t want to drive too far, check out these options:

1 - DEAS ISLAND
๐Ÿ tall trees and fun trails
๐Ÿ look into the slough to watch the rowers!

2 - HARBOUR PARK
๐Ÿ a great mix of board walks and trees
๐Ÿ lovely views of the marsh

3 - North 40
๐Ÿ fabulous crunchy leaves
๐Ÿ eagles everywhere!

4 - Boundary Bay Regional Park
๐Ÿ great playground for kids
๐Ÿ sandbars at low tide to explore

What is your favourite autumn walk?

Did You Know?One of the most effective treatments for knee osteoarthritis is exercise! Research shows that strength + ae...
09/24/2025

Did You Know?

One of the most effective treatments for knee osteoarthritis is exercise!

Research shows that strength + aerobic training (land based or aquatic) 3-5x per week over 8-12 weeks significantly reduces pain and improves strength. Static stretches and plyometrics help, too, but with caution.

Movement may feel uncomfortable sometimes but itโ€™s not the same as damaging the joint. Over time youโ€™ll get more mobility, less stiffness and less pain!

Ready to learn more? Check out the Ottawa Panels Clinical Practice Guidelines for strength and aerobic training for the management of knee osteoarthritis - Brosseau et al, 2017

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105-4841 Delta Street
Ladner, BC
V4K2T9

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 8pm
Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 8am - 8pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 8pm
Saturday 8am - 2pm

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+17786308800

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