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A little bit about me:

My fascination with scoliosis started in the early days of my career as a physiotherapist in the Philippines. I vividly remember a family whose child had scoliosis and was facing surgery. Back then, my knowledge about scoliosis was limited because it wasn’t emphasized in our physiotherapy curriculum. This experience lit a spark in me to delve deeper into scoliosis and seek additional training abroad. Thankfully, our efforts led to a reduced need for surgery. Coming from a third-world country, I’ve always placed a strong emphasis on making therapy plans cost-effective. I’m dedicated to maximizing every visit while ensuring the family’s satisfaction. I deeply value the time and effort they invest in physiotherapy. My ultimate goal is to become an exceptionally skilled physiotherapist capable of guiding individuals and families on their scoliosis and spine health journey through exercise-based treatment and conservative management. I’m committed to learning from my clients and applying my experiences to create a holistic approach to health management.

Certifications that support my work:

• Rigo Method/Barcelona Scoliosis Physical Therapy School, L1 – July 2023
• Rigo Method/ Barcelona Scoliosis Physical Therapy School, C1– November 2019
• International Schroth 3-dimensional Scoliosis Therapy® According to Asklepios Katharina Schroth Part I – December 2018
• International Schroth 3-dimensional Scoliosis Therapy® According to Asklepios Katharina Schroth Part II – June 2019
• Society on Scoliosis Orthopaedic and Rehabilitation Treatment (SOSORT) Member – June 2022
• University of the Philippines – Manila, Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy – June 2017

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Lourielys “Lou” is a graduate of Langara College’s Registered Massage Therapy Program, a recognized school in the CMTBC bylaws. Langara is also accredited with the national accrediting body for massage therapy education in Canada, the Canadian Massage Therapy Council for Accreditation (CMTCA).

Lou is currently waiting to sit for the CMTBC RMT licensing examination.

Lou was a Trauma Informed U.S. Licensed Massage Therapist for ~2 years before moving to Vancouver and completing the Langara RMT Program. Their approach to massage is provided thorough informed consent to care, collaborating with patients so they feel heard, cared for, and empowered with each visit. Lou aims to create an empathetic, non-judgmental, and safe space within the treatment room tailoring each treatment to each individual seeking to improve their wellness. They hold a special interest in serving transgender and gender non-conforming clients, as well as, individuals experiencing anxiety, trauma, chronic pain, stress, and fatigue among other ailments.

Lou enjoys walking their dogs, hiking, traveling, and reading to stay up to date on the science of massage. Promoting patient education, in efforts to help them understand possible contributing factors to their symptoms, and help patients manage their own symptoms beyond treatments, by encouraging them to participate in active rehabilitation.

PLEASE NOTE: Though Lou is trained, they are not yet a Registered Massage Therapist. Therefore their treatments, though high quality, cannot be covered by private health insurance, MSP or other third party policies. To reflect this limitation and ensure Lou’s care remains accessible to our clients, their fees for service are different than those of our Registered Massage Therapists.

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A little bit about me:

I was born in Calgary, AB to a set of caring first-generation Tanzanian immigrant parents. I was raised in a middle-class Ismaili household heavily influenced by South Asian culture, which instilled within me the values of working hard and serving the community. My personal experience managing my mild scoliosis in early adulthood intensified my curiosity in how the body works, and led me to apply to physiotherapy school.

I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults alike. Specifically, I have been fortunate to be able to support people from diverse communities including but not limited to: people preparing for or recovering from surgery, LGBTQ2S+ folks, Indigenous people, and individuals experiencing mental health difficulties. My background in psychology makes me particularly interested in the possible effects of postural conditions on self esteem, body image, and chronic pain.

What you can expect in a treatment session with me:

I am optimistic about the autonomy that each person has in taking their health into their own hands. My role as a therapist is to provide you with meaningful guidance and tools towards developing more body awareness through activity management. As a practitioner, my approach is informed by evidence-based theories prioritizing exercise and education within an empathetic, culturally connected, and trauma-informed context. I believe that learning new movement strategies has the power to influence a person’s relationship to their body through the process of neuroplasticity, whereby connections between the brain and body are re-organized over time. Overall, I would describe my approach as collaborative, creative, and holistic. Throughout my scoliosis journey I developed interests in yoga, breathwork, mindfulness, and weight training, which may also influence my treatment perspective.

I am passionate about creating a safe and inclusive environment for all people, and inviting a sense of curiosity and empowerment in my clients. I recognize that employing an intersectional lens is essential for welcoming clients to show up authentically in our space. I believe that fostering better physical health is a lifelong discovery process — I look forward to working with you at this point of your journey and supporting you as you progress towards your goals!

Certifications that support my work:

· Barcelona Scoliosis Physical Therapy School, Basic Course – 2020

· Orthopedic Advanced Integrated Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Level 1 – 2020

· University of Western Ontario Master of Physical Therapy – 2020

· University of Calgary Bachelor of Science (Honours) Psychology – 2016

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I was diagnosed with scoliosis at age nine. I wore a brace for 3 years until I was told I would require corrective spinal fusion surgery at age 13. After two years on the surgical waitlist, I finally at received the operation at age 15. While I remained active and healthy throughout the course of my treatment, I wasn’t ever aware of options for me to actively participate in my treatment.

I discovered the work of The ScoliClinic while I was completing my Master of Physical Therapy Program at UBC, which completely changed my understanding of scoliosis treatment. I want to help the next generation of teenagers with scoliosis, so joining the team was a natural next step.

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From dancing ballet and playing soccer to competing internationally for dragon boating, I enjoy working with individuals of all ages in various types of sports and activities. A few years ago I discovered I had scoliosis, but had no knowledge of what that meant or what I could do about it. Being a part of the team at the ScoliClinic has allowed me to empower other individuals with scoliosis and spinal deformities. These days, you can catch me lifting weights or climbing at the gym!

I recognize it can be overwhelming and nerve-racking coming in for your appointment, but my role as a therapist is to get to know YOU better so that we can collaborate together to create an individualized treatment plan. I hope to have as much fun as possible while we work on getting you to move with confidence in a safe and inclusive environment.

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