Van Sports and Physiotherapy
625 Howe St Suite 521 V6C 2T6 Vancouver, BC, Canada

It’s that time of year... children everywhere full of glee and grown up’s too 2020 has been a challenging and ‘different’ year and we are most definitely looking forward to 2021 being different in a very optimistic positive way Looking back, we got to spend more time with very special people, found a different way to connect and found even more value in our connections... so we are thankful. ... THANK YOU!!! For making us apart of your 2020 and being our light this past year. Wishing all of you happiness, joy, and health in 2021 #vansportsphysio #holidayhours #aurevoir2020 #livelifeactive #vancouvercommunity

Rain rain rain in the city... On the mountain = snow snow snow Something about white fluffy stuff dumping from the sky puts a ginormous smile on our faces and giddiness in our hearts ... Get out there and breath in that fresh (Covid-free) air! #vancouverhealth #livelifeactive #snowday #vansportsphysio #vancouver #skiphysio

Our body allows us to express what’s inside our hearts (if we’re lucky!) Our body is 100% worth investing our time & efforts Reward... happiness, joy, accomplishment

Tired of being injured during your runs? Try adding a dynamic warm-up to set your running muscles more prepared for the repetitive load of your upcoming run! The warm-up: ... Lunge with trunk rotation: 5x each side Leg swings : fwd/ back and side-to-side: 10-20x of each Butt kicks (front of thigh - quads): 10x Zombie walk (back of leg - hams) : 10x Foot taps (front shin): 10x Calf raises fast (calves / Achilles): 10-20x #vancouverhealth #vancouverphysiotherapy #running #runningmotivation #runningismytherapy #stretching #vansportsphysio #vansportsphysiolovesvancity #physiotherapy #liveactive #warmup #vancity

never give up on your dreams you’ve got this! #vansports #vancouverphysiotherapy #physio #livelifeactive #dreams #inspiration #inspirationalquotes #physiotherapist #vancouver

Did you know we offer Clinical Pilates? Clinical Pilates focuses on posture, core stability, balance, strength, flexibility, breathing and control. Through a physiotherapy assessment we can determine any imbalances and tailor a Clinical Pilates program to best suit your needs. Clinical Pilates could be beneficial even when there’s no underlaying injury, for example to help strengthen the core muscles or to prevent injury.... If you’re interested in trying Clinical Pilates or just want to know more about it, don’t hesitate to ask us! #vansportsphysio #livelifeactive #physiotherapy #clinicalpilates #pilates #reformer #physio

Sometimes it can be a little overwhelming choosing the perfect pair of runners when there are hundreds of different models available in the market today. Here are some things to look out for when purchasing a new pair of runners! The posture of your foot is important to consider when selecting a pair of runners. Matching your foot morphology is a great way to help reduce injuries. Runners with pronated feet: ... This is when the foot excessively rolls inwards and places most of your weight on the inside rather than the ball of the foot. Motion control shoes are recommended for these runners to provide more support inside the shoe to counterbalance the inward roll. Runners with neutral feet: Neutral stability shoes are recommended for runners with neutral feet. These shoes provide moderate cushioning and some motion control characteristics. Runners with supinated/under-pronated feet: These are individuals with high arches in their foot. Cushioned shoes are recommended to allow for more pronation and shock absorbency to reduce harsh impact forces. #vansportsphysio #vancouverphysiotherapy #runners #runningshoes #physiotherapy #livelifeactive #vancouver #physio

Happy Friday! Do you have any plans for the weekend? ... #vansportsphysio #physio #therapy #van #vancouverphysiotherapy #staysafe #liveactive #livelifeactive #vancouver #stanleypark #lostlagoon #happyfriday

Our physios got together this grey ominous morning to swing our clubs and talk about golf injuries, biomechanics of a swing, and mechanics of injury risk in a golf swing. Good session this AM looking at our amateur swings! Where and what muscles work Eccentrically, concentrically and transitions. Ranges required and joints. Compression loads on joints and much more. ... Nothing like actually doing it to ‘feel’ where problems may occur. #vansportsphysio #physiotherapy #physio #golfphysio #golfswing #golfmechanics #golf #livelifeactive

Did you know we offer Clinical Pilates? Clinical Pilates focuses on posture, core stability, balance, strength, flexibility, breathing and control. Through a physiotherapy assessment we can determine any imbalances and tailor a Clinical Pilates program to best suit your needs. Clinical Pilates could be beneficial even when there’s no underlaying injury, for example to help strengthen the core muscles or to prevent injury.... If you’re interested in trying Clinical Pilates or just want to know more about it, don’t hesitate to ask us! #vansportsphysio #livelifeactive #physiotherapy #clinicalpilates #pilates #reformer #physio

Happy Friday! Do you have any plans for the weekend? ... #vansportsphysio #physio #therapy #van #vancouverphysiotherapy #staysafe #liveactive #livelifeactive #vancouver #stanleypark #lostlagoon #happyfriday

Stretching after a bike ride can help decrease tightness in your muscles and improve your flexibility. These 4 stretches are our favorites for after biking! . Reach down with your hands toward the floor for 5 counts. Stretch and reach up to the ceiling for 5 counts. Repeat 3 times. ... . Lunge forward with your right foot until your right leg is bent 90 degrees. Your left knee should be hovering above the ground and your left foot standing on your toes. Push left hip forward and hold for 30 seconds. Repeat on other side. . Stand with your feet hip-width apart. Grab right ankle/foot with right hand and pull your ankle/heel back toward your backside. Hold for 30 seconds. Repeat on other side. . Stand a few inches from a wall. Put toes on right foot against the wall, while keeping heel on the floor. Flex your foot (move body towards wall) and hold for 10-15 seconds. Repeat on other side. #livelifeactive #physiotherapy #physio #stretches #biking #biker #bikeride #stretching #physiotherapist #vancouver #hipstretch #quadstretch

A little while ago we showed you some quick and easy stretches that you can do in a couple of minutes when taking a break from work. Taking a bit of a longer break today? Here are three more stretching exercises for you! Why not put all 6 stretches together? ... Psst! Did you miss our first post about stretching? Go check it out . Sitting on a stable surface, inhale and lift your arms up, exhale and twist to one side x 2. Stay within pain-free range. Come back to starting position and then rotate to the opposite side. . Sit with your back straight and your arms down, slowly roll your shoulders backwards in a circular motion. Do about 5-10 rolls. . Staying in the sitting position with your back straight, put your feet firmly on the ground pointing forward. Stand straight up using only your legs and sit back down. Do about 10 repetitions. #physiotherapy #vansportsphysio #livelifeactive #physio #stretching #workingfromhome #vancouverphysiotherapy

Today we’re celebrating the clinic turning 5 years old. Thank you to all our amazing staff and clients for making this happen! ... #physiotherapy #physio #clinic #vansportsphysio #vancouver #birthday #happybirthday #livelifeactive

Maybe you’re sitting down for longer periods of time, have a different type of chair than your body is used to or maybe you just feel like you could benefit from some stretching? Whatever the case, it’s important to take breaks every once in a while when you’re working. We’ve put together 3 quick stretches that you can easily do in a couple of minutes. Psst, keep an eye on our feed. More good stretches are coming!... . Sit straight up with your head facing forward. Slowly turn your head side to side, as far as feels comfortable. . , Hold your arms up 90 degrees in front of you with your elbows bent, move them out to your sides until they line up with your shoulders or are within a pain-free range, slowly return to starting point. . Seated on chair, cross opposite ankle over opposite knee. Apply gentle pressure on leg that’s crossed until you feel a gentle stretch in your hip. Hold for 10-15sec x 3 each side. Avoid position if uncomfortable in knee. #vansportsphysio #physiotherapy #physio #therapy #stretching #homeoffice #workingfromhome #stretch #vancouver #downtownvancouverphysiotherapy #vancouverphysiotherapy

Did you know we make our own face masks? Made with two layers of cotton fabric Has a pocket for filter First face mask is FREE for clients!!... We’re also selling our face masks for $10! The proceeds go to a charity of our choice, currently BC Children’s Hospital. #vansportsphysio #physiotherapy #facemasks #physiovancouver #livelifeactive #physio #theraphy #vancouver

Just listen to the kid! Them are wise... sometimes. . . .... We’re ready to start Phase 2, cautiously optimistic and well... cautious. . . #wecandothis #kidwisdom #vansportsphysio See more

EXCITING NEWS!!! MAY 19th!!! We have been preparing for this re-opening of in-person sessions at Van Sports and Physio. Thank you all for getting us to this Phase 2 of re-start BC plan. It has been so odd in many ways for the past 2 months, and a BIG part of what we do is PEOPLE. A large part of our life has been missing and we are so relieved that its time to slowly get back :)

This was too good to pass up. Hoping we are all practicing some ‘movement’ during this time of ‘being home more’ I will take some pointers from this very young mover groover!

We hope ... you’re all keeping safe and healthy. Have a good healthy routine in place. Set up your home office to optimize your posture, but remember no matter how great your static position, you need to have dynamic breaks. ... Let us know how you’re doing, we miss you! If you need us, we’re available : phone, email, or virtual ‘FaceTime’ session. #physiotherapy #vansportsphysio #wedowhatwelove #wemissyou