Having herself once been an injured judo practitioner and also having recovered from a concussion and various soft tissue injuries caused by a car accident, Agnes has amassed a great deal of empathy and compassion for other patients struggling with injuries. She has helped patients with a variety of areas of concern, including low back pain from sedentary work, hip pain from K-pop dancing, knee pain from marathon running, and incontinence and pelvic pain from pregnancy and the subsequent postpartum period.
Agnes has cultivated her philosophy of care through more than 10 years of working experience. She employs a holistic approach that combines both Western and Eastern points of view. She utilizes a combination of manual therapy, acupuncture, Gunn IMS dry needling, myofascial/craniosacral/visceral release, breathing techniques, pelvic floor control, motor pattern training, taping, and therapeutic exercises to restore her patients to optimal functionality.
In regards to education, Agnes obtained her first bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology (BScKin) along with a Certificate in Health and Fitness Studies. Her past professional work experiences include Curtin University Physiotherapy Clinic in Australia, various clinics in Hong Kong, and acupuncture services in China. Agnes also served as a physiotherapist during the Beijing Summer Olympics in 2008 and was recruited to be part of the medical team.
Agnes earned her Physiotherapy degree, a BScPT(Hons), and graduated with high honours. Her placement on the Dean’s Honours List recognized both her exceptional academic and non-academic performances in the Faculty of Heath & Social Sciences. She was also a recipient of the Outstanding Academic Achievement award for three consecutive years, the All-round Outstanding Student award, and numerous scholarships.
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Jonathan Lui completed his undergraduate degree (HBSc) at the University of Toronto and his Master of Science in Physical Therapy (MScPT) degree at Queen’s University where he combined his fascination of human performance with rehabilitation. His graduate thesis saw him presented the F.A. Davis Publisher’s Prize for outstanding achievement. This led him to pursue a year of PhD studies where he was awarded the Cardiorespiratory Division Scholarship through the Canadian Physiotherapy Association for his research. Currently, he has put his doctoral research on hold to focus his efforts on clinical practice.
Jonathan has received certifications in Mulligan Concept manual therapy, soft tissue release, spinal mobilizations/manipulations, and Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA). He is also experienced with dry needling/IMS, and has completed both Levels 1 and 2 through both the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute (AFCI) and Kinetacore.
He continues to stay up to date with current literature to maintain an evidence-based approach to treatment. He is interested in spinal, shoulder and sports injuries as well as general strength and conditioning for function optimization.
In his spare time he enjoys traveling and currently stays active through Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, weight lifting, hiking, and snowboarding.
Jonathan Lui completed his undergraduate degree (HBSc) at the University of Toronto and his Maste...
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Ruth Norgaard, BScPT, graduated in 2004 from the University of British Columbia. Ms. Norgaard has since pursued post graduate studies in manual therapy through the Canadian Orthopaedic Division of the Canadian Physical Therapy Association, completing the Level 3 courses in both Lower and Upper Quadrants. Further studies that inform her practice are the Thoracic Ring Approach-Connect ™ (LJLEE) Parts 1-4 and the Integrated Systems Model for Disability and Pain (LEE & LEE), both of which consider the whole body in assessment and treatment.
Further training included courses in Neurodynamics, the Mulligan and McKenzie approaches, Cranial Dysfunction in Manual Therapy (KILLENS), myofacial release techniques, breathing (altered breathing patterns due to injury and pain), and taping for myofacial retraining and neuro-feedback .
Ruth believes in the importance of taking a thorough history and looking at the whole body so as not to miss any underlying contributors to your concern. Treatment will include manual therapy techniques, exercise prescription that is specific to you, and education so you understand your injury and recovery. Her interests are broad, having treated a wide range of clients of all ages from acute injuries to chronic and recurrent pain. She also has experience with Vertigo, TMJ, headaches, and pre and post operative care inclusive of abdominal surgeries.
Prior to embarking on her current career as a physical therapist, Ruth enjoyed a successful and extensive professional dance career. Her background provides a high level of expertise in movement and the technique required to dance. She is always happy to treat her fellow dance enthusiasts.
Ruth is a current member of both the Provincial and National associations of Physical Therapy and welcomes all patients whether Private, WorksafeBC, or ICBC.
Ruth Norgaard, BScPT, graduated in 2004 from the University of British Columbia. Ms. Norgaard has...
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Waymen Wong graduated with his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree in 2002 with high honours from the University of St. Augustine in Florida, USA. After a year long post graduate study in manual therapy, he sat for and successfully passed a 2-day intensive written, oral, and practical examination to receive his Manual Therapy Certificate (MTC). In 2003 he moved to Seattle, Washington and had a practice at the Ballard Sports Medicine Clinic working in a team with orthopaedic doctors and surgeons treating college and professional level athletes.
During his time in Seattle he completed an orthopaedic manual therapy residency program with the Ola Grimsby Institute, and in 2005 a post-doctoral fellowship in Chicago, receiving well over 1500 hours of residency training and 1000 hours of advanced fellowship level training. In 2006 he sat for and passed his residency and fellowship exams to become a Fellow in both the Canadian and American Academies for Manual Therapy (FAAOMPT, FCAMPT). Later that year he returned to Vancouver, where he is originally from, and practiced in a chronic pain clinic, as well as various sports and orthopaedic clinics.
Before physiotherapy, Waymen’s first degree was in kinesiology from Simon Fraser University. As a kinesiologist he worked in gym settings as a personal trainer, and in rehabilitation settings helped patients with return to work programs and post MVA injuries.
Today, Waymen continues to be involved with the Ola Grimsby Institute through assisting post-graduate residency programs, being a clinical mentor to residency students, and coordinating continuing education courses in Canada for physiotherapists.
He is a contributing author in the Orofacial Pain and TMJ section of an academic textbook (Science, Theory and Clinical Application in Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy: Scientific Therapeutic Exercise Progressions (STEP): The Neck and Upper Extremity), has held classes for physiotherapists as well as dentists in the areas of manual therapy and TMJ, and has been involved with the Physiotherapy Association of BC (PABC) having sat on the Extended Scope of Practice Task Force and the Professional Development Advisory Council. He is a member of the American Academy of Manual Therapy, American Academy of Orofacial Pain, Canadian Physiotherapy Association, Physiotherapy Association of BC, and the Canadian Academy of Manual Physical Therapy.
Waymen has specialized training in treating temporomandibular disorders and orofacial pain. His philosophy is that even sports performance can be greatly affected by breathing and jaw dysfunction as these have profound effects on postural biomechanics, power generation, and core stability. Optimizing and balancing the body from head to toe must include proper evaluation of all these systems.
(Please note: Waymen is only taking on new patients through direct referral or those who have complex TMJ issues.)
Waymen Wong graduated with his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree in 2002 with high honours ...
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Derrick Young graduated with high honours from the University of Saint Augustine with both his Masters and Doctorate in Physical Therapy. He also has a Bachelor’s of Science in Kinesiology from Simon Fraser University where the emphasis of studies was exercise physiology, ergonomics and nutrition.
Currently, Derrick has completed his post-doctoral fellowship residency in Manual Therapy with the Ola Grimsby Institute in order to become a fellow of the American and Canadian Academy of Manual Therapy.
Derrick Young graduated with high honours from the University of Saint Augustine with both his Ma...
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