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Whether you're recovering from an injury, rebuilding mobility, or training for mountain adventures, this facility brings next‑level care to the heart of the Sea‑to‑Sky corridor.

Our mission is to help you move better, feel stronger, and regain confidence in your body. Rehabilitation is viewed as an active, guided journey—not passive treatment—and tailored plans help each client overcome pain, protect against future injuries, and improve long‑term function.

most out of your game while staying injury-free on the court. At COAST, we want to help you enjoy every moment without the setback of injuries, which is why we've put together some tips to help you stay healthy and perform your best.

These simple, yet effective exercises will reduce your risk of developing tennis and pickle ball injuries by strengthen susceptible and often weak muscles. Incorporating these into your routine will also significantly enhance your enjoyment and performance this season.

Are you new to trail running?

Whether you're a seasoned road runner seeking a new challenge or simply looking to explore the trails while getting a great workout, there are a few things to learn to make the most of your new found passion.

Here are some essential tips on the right gear, proper nutrition, and how to stay safe, strong, and injury-free on the trails. 

Although often overlooked, post race recovery is just as important and training. If recovery is done right, it means you can get back to running fast and stronger. However, without taking adequate time to recover you could risk injury and chronic fatigue. Here’s what you should do to properly recover from a race.

Hip pain can manifest itself in different ways, such as tightness and/or aching in the hip joint, groin, thigh, or buttocks. This may become worse with movement such as walking and be uncomfortable when you are sitting. Another symptom may include reduced strength and stability as well as limited mobility.  

For many, running a marathon feels impossible. The time, effort, and challenges along the way can be overwhelming. Someone once told me, “If you can’t appreciate the process, you’ll never fully appreciate the race.” That stuck with me.

Do you suffer from low back pain? With a variety of treatment techniques to manage pain, improve mobility, and strengthen supportive back muscles, Physiotherapy is a great option for addressing the discomfort and limitations of low back pain.

Rotator Cuff injuries are very common and depending on the severity can be very painful and debilitating. There are many different options for treatment and the best one depends on the individual and the injury.

At COAST, we take a holistic approach to rehabilitation where a patient can benefit from different rehab professionals throughout their injury treatment and recovery.

Strengthening your core isn’t just for looks - it has a myriad of benefits, including reducing low back pain. Here’s everything you need to know about how a strong core can prevent low back pain.

When it comes to rehabilitation after surgery, Athletic Therapists have extensive knowledge of the stages post-operation, from pain management and swelling in the early stages to gradual return to activity in the final stages of recovery.

With access to a variety of manual therapy treatment techniques, a RMT can ease pain by reducing muscle tension, improve blood flow to the area and promote relaxation help significantly reduce neck pain.

Low back pain can be debilitating, negatively impacting your every day activities and even diminishing your quality of life!

Low back pain can be debilitating, negatively impacting your every day activities and even diminishing your quality of life!

When it comes to treating back pain, your rehabilitation journey will depend on the cause of the pain. Back pain is a very individual issue, there isn't a one fit all solution. It requires a thorough assessment from your practitioner to determine whether the pain is originating from a joint misalignment or is related to muscle tension or a soft tissue injury. From there, you and your practitioner can discuss which course of treatment is best for you.

Intramuscular stimulation (IMS) or dry needling is an effective and safe practice frequently used by physiotherapists to help treat a variety of injuries. If you have never had IMS treatment before or you are just curious about how it works, here’s an overview of its benefits and effectiveness in rehabilitating injuries.

Spring is just around the corner, and for many Vancouverites, that means one thing: running season is here! With breathtaking routes ranging from urban pathways and greenways to scenic seawalls and extensive trail networks, it’s no wonder our city is a paradise for runners. Add hundreds of running events—from intimate 5k community races to massive showcases like the Vancouver Sun Run and the Vancouver Marathon—and you’ve got the perfect setting to lace up and hit the road or trail.

We are well into the ski and board season and many of us have already been enjoying the slopes over the holidays!

Here are six prehab exercises recommended by COAST Physiotherapist Richard Johnson, to stay injury-free and keep going strong this season!

After a life altering accident and years of rehab, COAST Physiotherapist Nika Sidiropoulos thought that she would never be able to return to the active life she cherished. But that all changed when she bought a bike on a whim and started to regain confidence in her body. She then set her sights on a sport she had once loved - running.

We are often led to believe that exercise needs to be something high intensity and impressive, like pumping big weights at the gym or running long distances, to make it worthwhile. But on average something as simple as walking for the majority of the population (both young and old) can actually be the most beneficial form of exercise for your health.

After a life altering accident and years of rehab, COAST Physiotherapist Nika Sidiropoulos’ passion for sports and movement became rekindled by chance encounter with cycling.

Building strong and resilient shoulders doesn’t always mean lifting big weights. Focusing on mobility with proper form and manageable weight will help to reduce injuries (from sports such as tennis, baseball, swimming and basketball just to name a few) and improve performance as a result of better range of motion and strength. Check out these shoulder strengthening exercises demonstrated by COAST Physiotherapist Laura McNeill.

Building a strong and capable body is a passion of COAST RMT Karson Rosser, but it hasn’t always been the case. Here’ s Karson’s transformative journey from someone who prioritized partying and video games to developing a passion for strength training.