Tall Tree Integrated Health Centre

Are you ready to flex some hips!? This week we have Chelsey Oyka, our Cordova Bay Kinesiologist, showing us some exercises that will be sure to help with hip stretching and strengthening.

And on the 12th day of Christmas my true love gave to me...! Merry Christmas from the Tall Tree Team! We wish everyone a happy and healthy holiday season this year. In health and holiday cheer, ... Tall Tree

Have you met Danielle Mah? Danielle is our newest Physiotherapist at James Bay! Danielle graduated from the University of British Columbia with a BSc (Hon) in Human Kinetics, in 2004. From there she decided to take flight and head overseas where she received a BSc (Hon) in Physiotherapy from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland. ... Danielle is a well rounded physiotherapist, her experience abroad has lent her the tools and ability to follow her passions in the treatment of professional athletes and pelvic health patients. She’s been a member of the physiotherapy department for the Rotunda Maternity Hospital in Dublin, treating people pre/post-partum, babies, and other gynecological issues. Along with Pelvic Health, Danielle has worked with the Irish National Team in international UEFA and FIFA competitions throughout Europe with the Football (soccer) Association of Ireland. Danielle has also had the opportunity to travel the world with the Men's National Rugby 7's and 15's team to competitions including Sevens World Series Events, World Cups, Commonwealth Games, PanAm Games and most recently, to the qualifier for the Olympics with the Men’s Sevens Team. Danielle's passion and focus are within her ability to quickly and accurately assess, treat, and rehabilitate the injury so that individuals can get back to their sport or activities as soon as possible, at their optimal performance. To book with Danielle please call or email James Bay at 250 995 0067 or [email protected] or visit our online booking system!

Ho ho ho! With the approaching holidays, we wanted to give everyone an update on our hours at both our James Bay and Cordova Bay clinics! As you swipe through the panels you can see that our holiday hours are as follows:... Christmas Eve: 8 am - 2 pm Christmas Day: Closed Boxing Day: Closed New Year's Eve: 8 am - 2 pm New Year's Day: Closed In joy and good health, Tall Tree

Are you ready to flex some hips!? This week we have Chelsey Oyka, our Cordova Bay Kinesiologist, showing us some exercises that will be sure to help with hip stretching and strengthening.

Have you met our newest Registered Massage Therapist Jocelyn? Jocelyn is the newest member of our Cordova Bay team and is super excited to have started work in the clinic. Jocelyn has been an RMT for eight years and has a special interest in persistent pain. ... Outside of work, Jocelyn is getting newly acquainted with her home on the island (remember to give her a warm welcome when you see her!) by exploring trails and beaches!

Ready, set... go! We are celebrating the start to a brand new week! Here at Tall Tree we embrace Monday's. Monday marks the start to a fresh, new week filled with possibilities! ... If you are struggling to find motivation or you are trying to figure out how to start tackling your goals for this week, grab a pen and paper and write out 5 things you want to achieve/feel/do by the time it's Friday. Give it a try and let us know how it goes! If you want more tips starting, keeping, or achieving goals you can also consider booking in with our Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, Monika. To book click here:https://www.talltreehealth.ca/nutrition-health-coaching

Did you know that meditation has been shown to help reduce stress, control anxiety, promote emotional health, enhance self awareness, improve sleep and decrease blood pressure? On January 9th Kevin Matthews (also known and "Kevin from Heaven") will be hosting a Level 1 Meditation Course at our Cordova Bay location. This course will be three hours in length and will run from 9 am until 12 pm. Within the course participants will learn the basics of meditation, as well as d...iscover meditation through four of the five senses (sight, sound, smell, and taste). Students will also learn about walking meditation and how to sustainably integrate meditations into everyday life. If you would like to sign up please email [email protected] or call 250 658 9222 or visit our online booking page.

What big and beautiful smiles from both Physiotherapist, Alisha Maini and Designated Office Greeter, Obi! This week has been interesting, to say the least There is a lot of change and movement happening in the world and there was quite a lot of uncertainty in the air. However, today is Friday, the sun is shining and we are hopeful for the weekend! So here is your friendly reminder that regardless of the day, week, month, or year, to be thankful to have each other and are reminded to keep our smiles big and mindsets positive.

Bonjour December and au revoir Movember! As we wave goodbye to all the moustaches today *sniff sniff*, we do not forget the real meaning behind Movember, and that is men's cancer awareness. Take a read through our latest blog post by Nadine Stunzi. This blog speaks upon Movember, and how it is a reminder that exercise is medicine, especially for those living with cancer! ... If you or someone you know is looking for a cancer rehabilitation consider booking in with Nadine! You can call the clinic at 250 658 9222, or email [email protected], or visit our online booking site to book in for an initial assessment.

Pilates Have you tried it before? If not, well then please enjoy this crash course on Pilates! Pilates is a series of exercises that are used to help train and improve physical strength and flexibility. The exercise is similar to yoga which involves a series of exercises that put a focus on core strength, balance and flexibility.... Additionally, Pilates can help enhance mental awareness and clarity. If you are a regular at pilates or if you would like to try it out for the first time, you can book in with Ashley or Lisa at our James Bay location! To book please call or email 250 995 0067 or email [email protected] To book online please visit the link: https://talltreehealthjamesbay.janeapp.com//tall-tre/book In health, Tall Tree

After a couple of good snoozes this weekend, both Charlie and the Tall Tree Team are feeling ready and refreshed to take on the week ahead. Comment below what you are hoping to achieve this upcoming week!

Expelliarmus! This year for Halloween the Tall Tree gang thought What better way to celebrate than by dressing up as the characters from Harry Potter!? Today in the clinic we had Harry Potter working up at the front desk, Ron Weasley and a Patronus Charm providing physiotherapy treatment to some muggles, and Luna Lovegood giving some simply magical massages!... Happy Halloween to all the muggles, witches, wizards, and magical creatures out there!

Have you met the newest addition to our Tall Tree Physio team? If you have not already met her we would like to introduce to everyone Alex Thompson! Alex is an incredibly knowledgeable physiotherapist, her treatment style focuses on education and exercises with at-home training being a major tool in helping patients reach their goals. Since the young age of three, Alex has been passionate about dance and movement. This passion has translated into her treatment style and inter...ests gave her experience in Pilates and manual therapy. Additionally, Alex has some major experience working with professional and non-professional dancers and has a keen interest in treating feet, ankles, and hypermobile bodies. To top it off, Alex has experience working in the areas of arthritis, post-operative care, fall prevention, and pelvic health! Alex is committed to teaching and treating patients about their bodies and her passion for physiotherapy is clear in her natural ability to connect and work with patients of all movement backgrounds. To book in with Alex please visit our website https://talltree.janeapp.com//tall-tree-integrated-h/book!