Business Details
37 Years
experience
Your Trusted Physiotherapy Clinic in Kamloops
At Kamloops Physiotherapy & Sports Injury Centre, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional care through a team of highly qualified professionals. Our physiotherapists, registered massage therapists, and kinesiologist bring decades of combined experience and advanced post-graduate training to every patient interaction. Each clinician holds specialized certifications in areas such as Intramuscular Stimulation, vestibular rehabilitation, and manual therapy, ensuring comprehensive treatment options for diverse conditions. We emphasize personalized care, combining evidence-based practices with individualized treatment plans to address acute injuries, chronic pain, and sports-related concerns.Our team maintains active involvement in continuing education and professional development, including roles as instructors and mentors within the field. With two convenient locations in Kamloops, we serve both local residents and athletes, fostering recovery through holistic approaches that integrate hands-on techniques, therapeutic exercise, and patient education. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our long-standing reputation as the largest private physiotherapy clinic in the region.
Services
Physiotherapy
Registered Massage Therapy
Kinesiology
Vestibular Rehabilitation
Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS)
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- Our team includes certified hand therapists and vestibular rehabilitation specialists with advanced post-graduate training.
- We offer personalized treatment plans combining manual therapy, exercise, and cutting-edge techniques like IMS.
- Clinicians maintain active roles in professional education as instructors and mentors in their fields.
- Two convenient locations serving downtown and Valleyview areas of Kamloops.
- Specialized experience treating Olympic athletes, professional sports teams, and complex chronic pain cases.
Associations and certifications
- WorkSafe BC
- College of Health and Care Professionals of B.C.
- College of Complementary Health Professionals of BC
Services
Physiotherapy
Our physiotherapy services address musculoskeletal injuries and movement disorders through evidence-based treatments. Clinicians employ manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, and modalities like ultrasound to restore function and reduce pain. Specialized programs target sports injuries, post-surgical rehabilitation, and chronic pain management while emphasizing patient education for long-term wellness.
Intramuscular Stimulation
This advanced treatment addresses chronic pain and muscle tension through fine needle insertion into trigger points. Certified practitioners use anatomical knowledge to release muscle shortening and stimulate healing, particularly effective for nerve-related pain and sports injuries while maintaining strict safety protocols.
Vestibular Rehabilitation
Specialized programs treat dizziness, vertigo, and balance disorders through customized exercise regimens. Therapists utilize evidence-based techniques to improve gaze stability, postural control, and symptom management while addressing underlying causes like BPPV or concussion-related vestibular dysfunction.
Registered Massage Therapy
Therapeutic treatments address soft tissue injuries and chronic pain through techniques like myofascial release and neuromuscular therapy. Sessions include personalized assessment and home care plans to improve mobility, reduce inflammation, and enhance recovery from sports or workplace injuries using evidence-based clinical approaches.
Kinesiology Services
Customized exercise programs improve physical function and manage chronic conditions through evidence-based movement therapy. Practitioners develop individualized plans incorporating strength training, flexibility exercises, and functional movement patterns to enhance recovery, prevent injury, and optimize overall physical performance for diverse patient needs.
People
John Howick
Registered Physiotherapist
Graduated UBC 1989 with physiotherapy degree, 35 years private practice experience. Specializes in complex chronic pain management while serving as clinic owner and mentor. Active in outdoor sports and family life.
Catherine Bolton
Registered Physiotherapist
University of Alberta graduate (2004) with advanced certifications in vestibular rehabilitation and dry needling. Specializes in treating dizziness, neck pain, and chronic conditions while maintaining active lifestyle pursuits.
Robert Wingert
Registered Physiotherapist
University of Western Ontario graduate (2006) with certifications in manual therapy and IMS. Recognized as Kamloops' only certified hand therapist in private practice, specializing in complex upper limb injuries.
Kevin Stoll
Registered Physiotherapist
Sports physiotherapy diploma holder with Olympic Games experience. Specializes in athlete injury treatment while teaching IMS courses and maintaining active involvement in local sports communities.
Sue Grono
Kinesiologist
UBC graduate in Human Kinetics with clinical exercise physiology specialization. Develops individualized exercise programs for injury recovery and chronic condition management while promoting active lifestyle through outdoor activities.
Questions
What physiotherapy services do you offer?
We provide musculoskeletal rehabilitation, sports injury treatment, vestibular therapy, IMS, and post-surgical recovery programs using evidence-based techniques tailored to individual needs.
Do you treat sports-related injuries?
Yes, our team specializes in sports physiotherapy with experience treating professional athletes and local sports teams using advanced rehabilitation techniques and performance optimization strategies.
Are your practitioners certified?
All physiotherapists hold advanced post-graduate certifications in specialties like manual therapy, IMS, and vestibular rehabilitation through recognized institutions.
How can I book an appointment?
Use our online booking system to schedule appointments with available therapists at either our downtown or Valleyview locations during regular business hours.
Do you offer direct billing?
Yes, we provide direct billing services to most extended health benefit plans for your convenience.
What locations do you serve?
We operate two clinics in Kamloops: downtown at 683 Seymour Street and Valleyview at 111 Oriole Road Unit 3A.
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Reviews (6)
Cheryl Beattie
Jan 24, 2022
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I have been being treated for an incident a few years back first by physiotherapist and owner John Howick, then more recently Jen Jones Larsen. Both were excellent in identifying issues and very good treatment and programs to continue to help me with my back pain.
Kelsa Gotthardt
Jul 22, 2021
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I had a car accident last month and Kamloops Physiotherapy was able to schedule my boyfriend and I in quickly. I really appreciate the friendly environment from the receptionist and physiotherapist Kevin. Kevin and I have great chats about my injuries, and stretches that will that will help me recover. Looking forward to my next appointment.
Carol Patch
Jul 19, 2021
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Easy wheelchair accessibility at back of building which was essential for us. Friendly helpful staff. Good protocols for covid. We were pleased with the physiotherapist.
Damon M.
May 13, 2021
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I have received great service from Tim Wray and his team ever since my first visit in January. Tim has a wealth of knowledge in finding the best treatments, and had helped in my recovery with pain management, ROM exercises and much more. I have had detailed weekly follow ups with my progress and I feel as though my concerns were always listened to. This is a great location thanks to the staff at Kamloops Physiotherapy.
Thomas Mackey
Oct 14, 2020
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I visited the clinic for over 6 months, Tim Wray did an amazing job working me thru baby steps to recover from an L3 burst fracture (I broke my back). Never judgemental and always encouraging, I feel my recovery would have been very different without the expert and professional services of Tim! Thank You very much for helping me Tim.
Rob McDougall
Aug 07, 2019
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Tim Wray and the staff at Kamloops Physiotherapy are great! Tim was very professional, knowledgeable, and personable. He quickly provided the diagnosis and necessary exercises to rehabilitate me and get me back to training as soon as possible. I would highly recommend Tim for anyone looking for a physiotherapist in Kamloops.
