Port Alberni Physiotherapy Clinic

01/08/2026

A new year is a great time to slow down, check in with your body, and create space for self-care. 💙

We have services like Registered Massage Therapy, Acupuncture, Physiotherapy, Dry Needling, and Clinical Pilates available to help your body reset and recharge.
Book online at portalberniphysiotherapy.ca or call us at 250-723-5112.

01/08/2026

Join Abbey on January 27th at Bomber Boulders for a complimentary cupping session while climbing!

Rooooollling out another event 🗞️‼️

Abbey Peters is not only one of our beloved members but also an Athletic Therapist here in the Valley. She specializes in sports rehab, mobility & recovery.

🤲 Cupping Therapy helps:
- relieve pain
- reduce inflammation
- relax muscles
- promote the body’s natural healing processes

We are stoked to be partnering up with her on a super fun evening.

🌀 Tuesday, January 27th, 6:00PM-9:00PM - Abbey will have a table set up in the gym and be offering complimentary 5-10 minute cupping sessions in the gym with your drop in.

🔆 Come down in for a climb or your regular Tuesday session and get the best recovery too!

01/07/2026

Looking back on an incredible 2025 at Port Alberni Physiotherapy and Wellness — thanks for being part of our year! 💙

12/30/2025

We hope everyone had a wonderful holiday break! As we step into the new year, we’re here to help you be your best—whether that’s reaching new fitness goals, moving confidently after a joint replacement, or enjoying a few extra laps on the D**e.

At Port Alberni Physiotherapy & Wellness, our services—Women’s Health Physiotherapy, Clinical Pilates, Strength & Conditioning, Massage Therapy, Acupuncture, and more—are here to support you every step of the way. 💪💚

12/25/2025

Wishing you a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from all of us at Port Alberni Physiotherapy and Wellness!🎄💙

12/23/2025

Wishing everyone a warm and restful holiday season from all of us at Port Alberni Physiotherapy & Wellness. 🎄✨

We’re grateful to be part of your health journey this year, and we hope the weeks ahead bring good company, good food, and a little extra time to breathe. 💚

Please note: our clinic will be closed Dec 24–26 and Dec 31–Jan 1.

12/11/2025

New on our blog: The Myth of Spinal Misalignment

Many people are told their spine can slip “out of place,” but modern research paints a very different picture. The spine is a stable, well-supported structure — it doesn’t pop in and out with everyday movement.

That sudden stiffness or sharp pain you feel? It’s usually your nervous system reacting to irritation or tension, not bones shifting. And the familiar pop during an adjustment is simply a pressure change in the joint, not a realignment.

Spinal manipulation can still be useful, but for reasons that make more sense: it influences how the nervous system processes pain and movement, helping things feel easier and less guarded.

If you’ve ever wondered what’s actually going on during those painful “my back went out” moments, this blog breaks it down in a clear, evidence-based way — and highlights just how resilient the spine truly is.

12/04/2025

Still have unused healthcare benefits? 🤔

Did you know that most Extended Health Benefits reset at the end of the year? If you haven’t used yours yet, now’s the perfect time to invest in your health, make the most of your hard-earned benefits, and address any lingering injuries.

Here are the services we provide that are covered under most healthcare plans:
🔹Physiotherapy
🔹Acupuncture
🔹Registered Massage Therapy
🔹Athletic Therapy and Strength and Conditioning
🔹Physiotherapy Guided Clinical Pilates

Our schedules fill up fast this time of year, so be sure to book your appointment soon. Call us at 250-723-5112 or book online at portalberniphysiotherapy.ca.

12/02/2025

What’s been happening behind the scenes at the clinic?
Our Athletic Therapist, Abbey Peters, hosted a wonderful hands-on in-service all about myofascial cupping — from boosting mobility to supporting lymphatic flow and everything in between.

We love building our skills as a team and learning new techniques that help us offer thoughtful, effective care for everyone who walks through our doors. 💛

11/27/2025

Spotlight on Athletic Therapist Abbey Peters 💪

Abbey is a Certified Athletic Therapist and a key part of our team, helping bridge the gap to higher-level performance and strength in the final stages of recovery. She works with you to reach your recovery or fitness goals through strength and conditioning sessions, and is trained in cupping for myofascial release, as well as prescribing targeted mobility and flexibility exercises.

Whether it’s returning to sports, hobbies, or daily activities, Abbey is here to help you move safely and confidently.

You can book sessions with Abbey online at portalberniphysiotherapy.ca, by phone 250-723-5112, or in person at 4445 Gertrude Street.

11/25/2025

What Have Our Physiotherapists Been Up To? 🇮🇹

Our physiotherapist Lauren Siddall recently travelled to Italy for a friend’s wedding and stayed to explore Tuscany. One word to sum it up? Pizza. 🍕

We’re so glad she had such a wonderful trip — and even happier to have her back in the clinic! 💙