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Recreation
Health & Rehab Services

Gordon Head Recreation Centre

Aqua Therapy
A gentle waterfit class focusing on balance, stability, flexibility and endurance. This class is suitable for those with special limitations and is an additional step in the continuum of care from our registered water rehabilitation program.
Tu/Th 12:00pm-1:00pm

Exercise Rehabilitation Programs
Customized program for at home or in our facility after an illness, injury or period of inactivity. Ideal for chronic illnesses, post surgical rehabilitation, physical challenges, motor vehicles or work related injuries.

Contact Cassandra Zinkowski at 250-475-7112 for additional information.

*Please Note: 24 hours notice is required for Rehab appointment cancellation, otherwise a cancellation fee will be applied.

Aquatic Exercise Therapy
Participants will learn skills necessary to incorporate into daily living. The bouyancy reduces gravitational pull and reduces compressive forces making exercising easier. This allows for gait retaining and strengthening exercises without causing further damage to healing structures. Ideal for clients with low back pain, joint pain from sport or work, neurological, orthopedic, pre-post surgical procedures, chronic or acute illness or motor vehicle injury.

Contact Cassandra Zinkowski at 250-475-7112 for additional information.

 

Saanich Commonwealth Place

Exercise Rehabilitation/Aquatic Therapy Program offered by 'Promotion Rehabilitation'

Customized program for at home or in our facility after an illness, injury or period of inactivity. Ideal for: chronic illnesses, post surgical rehabilitation, physical challenges, motor vehicle or work related injuries. Exercise may be done in the pool or in our Fitness Centre. Call Pam at 250-475-7620 ext. 3026  Private and Group Sessions also available.

Assessment: $32 Private Session: $63 Three Private Sessions: $168 Group Sessions: $195 for 12 Sessions

Take Heart

In partnership with the Vancouver Island Health Authority. A safe, medically guided exercise program for men and women of all ages who have experienced a heart attack, heart surgery, angina or other cardiac event. Our program emphasizes return to regular activities and includes links to a registered dietician, stress management and smoking cessation. Doctor's approval is necessary. Staff include an ACSM certified exercise specialist and registered nurse, Sandy Gilmour. Call Lisa at 250-475-7619 or Kam at 250-475-7613.  Cost: $359

Massage Therapy

Registered Massage Therapists (RMTs) in B.C. are health care professionals trained in the assessment and diagnosis of the soft tissues and joints of the body. Research supports the use of massage therapy as an effective approach in injury management and rehabilitation, as well as part of a preventive care program.

British Columbians can be sure that they are receiving the highest quality of care available because RMTs in BC are governed by the College of Massage Therapists of British Columbia (CMTBC), the profession's equivalent to medicine's College of Physicians and Surgeons. Effective for migraine headaches, tendonitis, arthritis, sports injuries and many other conditions/injuries as well as for general relaxation.

Therapists:

  • Marcus Blumensaat BSc., RMT, SMT(II)
  • Chelsy Low RMT
  • Bree Archibald RMT

Rates:

  • 30 min - $48
  • 45 min - $69.33
  • 60 min - $85.33

*Rates include HST and are subject to change*

Clinic Hours

Mon - Fri        7:45 am -  6:00 pm

Sat                   8:00 am - 2:00 pm

Sun                  10:00 am - 4:00 pm

To book your initial appointment please call Left Coast Health @ 250-475-7630 or visit us in person at the clinic.
Childminding services are available weekday mornings on a first come, first served basis. $5.00/hr/child.

 

Nutritional Consulting:

Carole Tickner is a registered dietician with a wide range of expertise in the field of nutrition. She specialized in sports nutrition, the psychology of eating and helping people achieve and maintain a healthy weight. Call 250-475-7630 to book an appointment. Tuesdays 5:30-8:30pm.

Rates

Initial Consult 60mins $85
Nutritional Consult 30mins $50
Nutritional Consult 60 mins $85
*Rates are subject to change*

Contact

Web - www.leftcoasthealth.com
Phone - (250) 475-7630
Email - admin@leftcoasthealth.com

 

Physiotherapy Services

Marcia Kirby is our Registered Physiotherapist and an expert in movement and mobility, body mechanics, muscles and joints. Marcia will assess injuries and develop specific treatment plans to restore optimum health and function. Treatment types include manual therapy, joint manipulations, acupuncture, IMS, and exercise prescription.

Office Hours:
Monday 9:30am - 5:30pm, Tuesday 7am - 3pm,

Thursday 11am - 7pm

Rates: $60.00 per session
Physiotherapy is covered by most extended health plans.

Call 250-475-7630 to book your appointment!

Childminding services are available weekday mornings on a first come, first served basis. $5.00/hr/child.

** NEW **
Saanich would like to welcome Trevor Millar, MSc. PT, CSCS, as our newest physiotherapist.  Trevor has a background in traithlon, surfing & Hockey and has worked with athletes of all levels from recreational to Olympian.

Office Hours:
Wednesday   2:00 - 7:00 pm

Saturday        9:00 am - 2:00 pm

 

District of Saanich - 770 Vernon Ave Victoria, BC, Canada V8X 2W7 Tel: 250.475.1775 (8:30am - 4:30pm)
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