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Activate Neurological Physiotherapy

We're dedicated to improving the lives of those living with neurological conditions. Proudly serving Surrey, White Rock, Langley & greater Vancouver

We specialize in treating Stroke, Parkinson's, spinal cord & head injuries, Multiple Sclerosis, and more. Leave a Google Review:
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02/26/2026

A big reason older adults lose confidence isn’t just weakness.

Sometimes, it’s the fear cycle:
🔄 minor fall → pain &/or fear → less activity → less strength/balance → more fall risk→ less confidence.

This is exactly where our Rehab Assistant Team can be incredibly valuable to preserving your mobility and wellness. With structured support, simple progressions, and consistency, you can regain the confidence to move more and safely.

Rehab Assistant sessions can focus on practical, repeatable skills like:
✅ getting up from chairs safely
✅ walking practice in real environments
✅ balance drills tailored to your level
✅ pacing and fatigue management
✅ building routines that actually stick

This matters for clients and caregivers. When mobility improves, caregiver burden often becomes more manageable too. fIf you’re unsure whether in-clinic or in-home support is the best fit, we can help you decide.

🧠 Neurological Therapy Services
📍 #308-14928 56th Ave, Surrey, BC
📞 (604) 351-8634
📧 reception@activateneurophysio.ca

02/20/2026

Safety first! 💛

We’re excited to share that a defibrillator is now installed right outside our clinic — here for our clients and the entire community.

At Activate, we’re dedicated to caring for people with complex neurological conditions every single day. Part of that commitment means being prepared, knowing we have the right tools in place, and prioritizing safety at all times. 🧠⚕️

02/19/2026

If you want a movie that captures what brain recovery can feel like (without sugar-coating it), we recommend My Beautiful Broken Brain. **

This documentary follows Lotje Sodderland after a hemorrhagic stroke at age 34. We get her inside experience; sensory overload, confusion, fatigue, and the slow rebuilding of confidence and identity.

Friends and family of stroke survivors might not understand why “good days” can suddenly turn into “I can’t do this today.” This film gives language and visuals to that reality and it is incredibly validating for both survivors and families.
Why we like it:
✅ It normalizes that recovery can be messy and non-linear
✅ It helps explain why “looking fine” doesn’t mean “feeling fine”
✅ It reinforces how consistent rehab, support, and patience matter over time

If you’re recovering from stroke or supporting someone who is, this is powerful and a reminder that recovery is a hard journey of adapting.

🧠 Neurological Therapy Services
📍 #308-14928 56th Ave, Surrey, BC
📞 (604) 351-8634
📧 reception@activateneurophysio.ca

02/16/2026

Family Day is a good reminder that “family” is not simply a Hallmark card. It is also the enduring and invisible care team behind every person living with a neurological condition. In our practice, caregivers are not an after thought, we see you!

Caregivers frequently:
🩼 Support transfers, walking, and personal care
📋Coordinate appointments, funding, and services
🫶 Absorb the emotional impact of changing roles and abilities

This load is heavy, and it is entirely normal to feel exhausted, frustrated, or overwhelmed at times. Be kind, you're human too! How we help:

🤲 Teach safe handling and transfer strategies
🛠️ Help set realistic limits for what can be done at home
❤️‍🩹 Encourage caregivers to have their own support network and recovery time

If you are caring for someone with a neurological condition and your own body is starting to pay the price, this your sign that something needs to change.

🧠 Neurological Therapy Services
📍 #308-14928 56th Ave, Surrey, BC
📞 (604) 351-8634
📧 reception@activateneurophysio.ca

02/12/2026

Pediatric neuro physiotherapy isn’t about making kids “do exercises.” It’s about helping them build skills through play, movement challenges, and the right supports so they can participate more fully in their day-to-day life.

Some reasons families seek pediatric neuro physio include:
⭐️ developmental delay (gross motor milestones)
⭐️ coordination and balance challenges
⭐️ neurological diagnoses (e.g CP, genetic conditions, brain injury)
⭐️ walking pattern concerns
⭐️ strength and endurance limitations affecting school and play

If you’re unsure whether your child would benefit, reach out. We’re happy to guide your next step.

🧠 Neurological Therapy Services
📍 #308-14928 56th Ave, Surrey, BC
📞 (604) 351-8634
📧 reception@activateneurophysio.ca

02/10/2026

Bath tubs are one of the most common places we see hesitation, shuffling, and freezing in Parkinson’s.

It makes sense; it’s a tight space, the surface can feel slippery, and you’re forced into a turn and step pattern that challenges your balance.

This awesome PD fighter is practicing BIG steps getting in and out of the tub. The goal isn’t to “power through.” The goal is to train a clear motor pattern that is safer, more confident, and repeatable.
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What we’re working on here:
✅ Intentional BIG steps (vs. shuffling)
✅ Weight shift before the step
✅ Controlled and purposeful transitions
✅ Confidence through repetition

Important note: tub practice should be individualized. If you’ve had near-falls, feel unsteady, or freeze in tight spaces, get assessed before trying new strategies on your own.
If you want a plan to make bathroom mobility safer (tub, shower, toilet transfers), we can help.

🧠 Neurological Therapy Services
📍 #308-14928 56th Ave, Surrey, BC
📞 (604) 351-8634
📧 reception@activateneurophysio.ca

02/09/2026

✨ We’re hiring again! ✨ Calling all Neuro Physiotherapists!
> Please share with colleagues who might be a great fit 🩵

Activate is owned and led by Steph & Eva, full-time clinicians who genuinely love neuro rehab. We work alongside our team every day, offering real-time collaboration, hands-on mentorship, and clinical support. Whether you’re a NeuroPT building confidence or an experienced clinician wanting to broaden your skill set, this role is designed to support your growth. We value lifelong learning and actively sponsor relevant professional development.

What you can expect at Activate:
• Predictable, sustainable schedule (9–5, with flexibility)
• A role built for long-term lifestyle balance . No evenings. No weekends.
• You focus on patient care — we handle referrals, admin, scheduling, and systems
• Competitive compensation that reflects skill, responsibility, and contribution

This role is ideal for a Neuro Physiotherapist who:
• Values high-quality, patient-centred care
• Wants mentorship, collaboration, and clinical growth
• Is looking for a long-term clinical home
• Is confident, curious, and committed to neuro rehab excellence

DM for more information
📍 Please note: we can only respond to candidates licensed to work in BC, Canada.

02/07/2026

Shoutout to Sophia for the heartfelt care she brings to every session. And to her incredibly resilient client for these kind words. We’re so proud of you both.

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02/04/2026

One of the most misunderstood parts of stroke recovery is fatigue.

Not “I didn’t sleep well” fatigue. It's the kind where everyday tasks feel like they take 3x the effort: getting dressed, thinking straight, walking, even just talking on the phone.

We understand you: post-stroke fatigue is real, common, and neurological.
Your brain is doing heavy work. It’s re-routing, adapting, learning, and trying to cope. That takes energy! Even when you look “fine” on the outside.
A helpful reframe is this:

✅ Progress isn’t just pushing harder.
✅ Progress is learning when to pause, when to reach and how to move forward one step at a time.
With neuro-physio, we help you:pick the right level of challenge to build endurance without a crash cycle and track functional wins along the way.

🧠 Neurological Therapy Services
📍 #308-14928 56th Ave, Surrey, BC
📞 (604) 351-8634
📧 reception@activateneurophysio.ca

01/29/2026

High blood pressure is one of the strongest risk factors for stroke, and it’s common in adults across Canada.

For people living with neurological conditions, blood pressure control is important for two reasons:
1️⃣ Primary prevention – reducing the risk of a first stroke or TIA
2️⃣ Secondary prevention – reducing the risk of another event after a stroke or TIA
Why does this show up in a physio clinic?
Many of our clients are working on walking, strength, and aerobic conditioning. These are key parts of blood pressure management when done safely.

Some people experience blood pressure fluctuations with certain medications, autonomic changes after stroke or spinal cord injury, or deconditioning after a hospital stay.

Monitoring response to exercise (heart rate, symptoms, perceived exertion) helps keep neuro rehab both effective and safe.

In collaboration with your physician and/or cardiologist, we can:
Incorporate aerobic training at an appropriate intensity

Progress strength and balance exercises that support mobility goals and cardiovascular health

Educate on pacing, warm-up, and cool-down—especially important if you’re on blood pressure or heart medications
If you’ve had a stroke or TIA, or are working on risk factor management in BC, combining medical treatment and targeted movement is more effective than either one alone.

🧠 Neurological Therapy Services
📍 #308-14928 56th Ave, Surrey, BC
📞 (604) 351-8634
📧 reception@activateneurophysio.ca

01/29/2026

📚 Book of the Month: “Identity Theft: Rediscovering Ourselves After Stroke” by Debra Meyerson and Danny Zuckerman
What happens when your identity is suddenly interrupted by a stroke?

This memoir follows Debra Meyerson—a Stanford professor, athlete, and mom—as she relearns to speak, write, and live life on new terms. Co-written with her son, the book explores the emotional and psychological layers of recovery that often go unspoken.

We recommend it for:
Stroke survivors seeking solidarity
Family members supporting recovery
Anyone navigating life after major change

It's a reminder that healing isn’t just about muscles and movements—it’s about rediscovering who we are.

🧠 Neurological Therapy Services
📍 #308-14928 56th Ave, Surrey, BC
📞 (604) 351-8634
📧 reception@activateneurophysio.ca

01/21/2026

Many of our conversations in the clinic come back to the same questions:
“What is actually happening in my brain?”
“How much recovery is realistic for me or my family member?”
“Why does progress feel so slow and unpredictable?”

One book that explains this clearly and compassionately is:
👉 “Stronger After Stroke: Your Roadmap to Recovery” by Peter G. Levine

Why we like it:
🧠 It treats stroke recovery as a long-term process, not a 6–8 week episode
The book explains that the brain remains capable of change when we keep working on targeted, meaningful tasks over time—not just during the initial rehab block.
🎯 It focuses on what you can do between sessions
Repetition, task-specific practice, using the affected arm/leg as much as possible, and structuring your day so the nervous system is actually challenged (without being overwhelmed).
🔍 It is honest about effort and limits
There are no miracle promises. Instead, it lays out what is realistically required to make progress, where intensity matters, and where compensation strategies may be appropriate.
🤝 It’s useful for both clients and families
Caregivers often tell us they feel “in the dark” about how to support rehab at home. This book offers practical, structured ideas that can be adapted with your therapist.

A book is not a substitute for individual assessment and treatment—but a well-chosen book can make rehab feel less mysterious and give you a better framework for the work you’re already doing.

If you’re reading this (or another neuro rehab book) and are unsure how it applies to your situation, bring your questions to your next session—we’re happy to translate concepts into a concrete plan for you.

🧠 Neurological Therapy Services
📍 #308-14928 56th Ave, Surrey, BC
📞 (604) 351-8634
📧 reception@activateneurophysio.ca

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101/14928 56th Avenue
Surrey, BC
V3S2N5

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+16043518634

Website

https://activateneurophysio.ca/

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