With over 12 years of sports medicine physiotherapy experience, I can help you get back to what you want to do!
I’m a father, physiotherapist, and athlete. I know that being a dad is tough, both physically, and mentally. I’m here to share some of my experience and expertise, and provide you with some resources to help get you through this amazing adventure!
In my physiotherapy practice I use a variety of manual therapy, dry needling and exercise based techniques - merging my passion for strength and conditioning into rehabilitation. Not only do I help dads, but I love to work with all kinds of athletes, such as golfers, swimmers, and weight lifters. I have a special interest in shoulder, hip and knee rehabilitation.
Physiotherapist
I have over 12 years of experience working in a sports medicine clinic where I work with all kinds of athletes, parents and active people. I have expertise in manual therapy, dry needling, and exercise prescription.
Father
I am extremely proud to be a father of two active and vibrant kids. They challenge me to be the best I can be as a father, person, and professional.
Athlete
I have a wide variety of sport experience, but my passions are for Water Polo, Golf, Strength & Conditioning, all of which I continue to participate in.
Some of My Training and Credentials
Clinical Instructor, UBC Physiotherapy
Master of Physical Therapy (UBC)
Bachelor’s of Physical Health and Education (Queen’s)
Bachelor’s of Science (Biochemistry)(Queen’s)
Advanced Lumbo Pelvic Complex Ceritification (APTEI)
Advanced Cerival Thoracic Certification (APTEI)
Canadian Orthopaedic Manual & Manipulative Physiotherapy, Level II
Titeleist Performance Institute Certified, Level I
McKenzie Certification Levels A and C
Kinetacore Functional Dry Needling (FDN) / Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS), Level 2 (Advanced) Certification
Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA)
Some of the Leading Experts I’ve Received Training From
Allan McGain Physiotherapist & Massage Therapists - Allan McGavin Sports Medicine Clinic
Dr. Barham Jam - Advanced Physical Therapy Education Institution
Dr. Stuart McGill - Back Fit Pro
Edo Zylstra - Kineticore Functional Dry Needling
Jack Miller - Mulligan Manual Therapy Concept
Behnad Honarbakhsh - Fit To Train
Erson Religioso - The Modern Manual Therapist
Chris Johnson - Chrisjohnsonpt.com
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Some Praise From Other Dads
“As someone who grew up playing sports and still do so as an adult, it was surprising to me how debilitating my shoulder injury was from carrying around my newborn. Dan was able to quickly identify what I was doing wrong, so not only did he help mend my shoulder but he helped me prevent further occurrences.”
“As a new dad starting to get knee pain, Dan was instrumental in putting me on the right plan so I could get back to exercising (and carrying my daughter up and down our stairs...). Dan’s experience made it easy to quickly address the issues and get back to my regular routine.”
“Whether it’s getting back to lifting in the gym, or hoisting my 40-pound pre-schooler, Dan made sure to investigate and treat all aspects of injury and function. He has helped me get back to, and maintain, how I want to be present as a parent.”
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