What Is A Physiotherapist?

Vancouver Physiotherapist
Jordan Stapleford
Jordan completed both her Master’s of Physical Therapy and her Bachelor’s of Kinesiology at Western University in London, Ontario. During her time at Western she competed as a Varsity Track & Field athlete where she developed her skills in sport exercise and injury prevention, later returning as a Physiotherapist to work with the athletes. Before becoming a Physiotherapist, Jordan practiced in Ontario as a Registered Kinesiologist specializing in the development and implementation of exercise and treatment programs for workplace and motor vehicle related injuries.
After practicing as a Physiotherapist in Ontario, the mountains were calling, and Jordan has been a treating Physiotherapist in BC for over a year. With interests in lifestyle management and function-focused treatment, Jordan is eager to get her clients back to the activities they love.
Jordan’s treatment approach is centered around tailored exercise programs in conjunction with other techniques including; manual therapy, soft tissue release, load management and biomechanical analysis. She has specific experience treating foot/ankle injuries, sport related injuries related to climbing, skateboarding, snowboarding and skiing, as well as chronic injuries related to work and motor-vehicle accidents.
Outside of the clinic Jordan is an avid runner and snowboarder, want-to-be-yogi & can usually be found at the local farmer’s market with a fresh coffee in hand. Jordan is excited to accept and partner with all new clients!

Vancouver Physiotherapist
Shannon Chou

Vancouver Physiotherapist
Andrew Hosking
Andrew has 35 years of experience as a clinical physiotherapist. He completed his Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy) at the LaTrobe University, Melbourne, Australia, in 1987. He has post-graduate qualifications in manual and manipulative therapy. He is a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Therapy (FCAMPT), as well as a Masters of Business Administration from Simon Fraser University.
Andrew’s clinical experience includes several years in a multidisciplinary sports medicine clinic in Melbourne, Australia, and in a series of private physiotherapy clinics in the BC Lower Mainland, which he has owned and managed. Andrew’s current clinical focus is on providing physical rehabilitation for complex musculoskeletal conditions, using a goal-oriented approach with a high degree of specificity to individual patients’ occupational, home, and recreational objectives. Outside of work time, Andrew can be seen on early morning runs, on his road bike or with a tennis or squash racket in hand.
Andrew is an Expert Physiotherapy Consultant for Broadway AT Yew and is not actively treating patients.
What To Expect During A Physiotherapy Session
A Typical Physiotherapy Treatment Plan May Include:
- joint mobilization and manipulation
- soft tissue and myofascial release techniques
- personalized exercise program to improve mobility, strength, and function
- posture and biomechanics correction
- work and occupational re-training and return to work planning
Who will benefit From Physiotherapy?
- Low Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Neck Pain
- Headaches
- Muscle pain, Strains and Sprains
- Tennis Elbow
- Rotator Cuff & Shoulder Injuries
- Motor Vehicle Accidents
- Sports Injuries
- Knee Pain and Dysfunction
- Heel/Foot pain
- Postural Deficiencies
- Arthritis
- Pre and Post-Surgical Care
- Fractures
- Ligament/Meniscus Repairs
- Joint replacements
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- TMJ dysfunction (Jaw pain)
- Chronic Pain