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Allan McGavin Sport Medicine Clinic

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Allan McGavin Sport Medicine Clinic

Our team of experienced therapists are committed to providing you with the highest level of care.

We will help you feel and move better, so you can perform better. Allan McGavin Sports Medicine Centre (AMSMC) is an established and innovative clinic with long standing relationships within the sports medicine community. Our team of experienced physicians and therapists are committed to providing you with the highest level of care. We take a hands-on approach to your assessment and rehabilitation and customize a plan for your recovery. Whether you are a recreational athlete or an elite performer, our goal is your safe return to activity as soon as possible. Visit us at one of our 4 locations:

Centre for Brain Health - UBC
3500-2215 Wesbrook Mall
Vancouver, BC, V6T 1Z3
P 604.822.6833
info@allanmcgavinphysio.com

War Memorial Gym - UBC
6081 University Blvd,
Vancouver, BC, V6T 1Z1
P 604.822.0150
amsm.physio@hotmail.com

Plaza of Nations
B103 - 750 Pacific Blvd. Vancouver, BC V6B 5E7
P 604.642.6761
plaza@allanmcgavinphysio.com

Twist Sport Conditioning
12 - 1225 East Keith Rd. North Vancouver, BC, V7J 1J3
P 604.904.6556
twist@allanmcgavinphysio.com

12/01/2025

In this reel, UBC PhD researcher and physiotherapist Jem Arnold is testing for a condition many cyclists don’t even know exists: a blood-flow limitation in the iliac arteries (FLIA). It’s rare, but even strong, fit endurance athletes can be affected. This vascular issue can steal power and cause pain or heaviness in the legs when you push hard — yet often goes unnoticed or is mistaken for a muscle or overuse injury.

Jem has worked internationally with cyclists, triathletes, and runners with sport-related vascular conditions, and has helped develop screening tests and treatment guidelines for athletes with blood-flow limitations in the iliac arteries. We’re excited to bring Jem’s research into clinical practice.

For more information, call or email our Yaletown clinic at yaletown@allanmcgavinphysio.com / 604-642-6761, or contact jem.arnold@ubc.ca.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

11/25/2025

Another mentorship evening in the books! This month’s session was led by physiotherapist Midori Lam .physio, diving into the assessment and treatment of cervical spine conditions.

At last month’s, physiotherapist Greg Furlong .soccer.physio hosted an incredible session focused on force plates and their clinical applications. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

11/13/2025

Welcome Brittany to the team! 👋
 We’re excited to introduce our first Athletic Therapist (AT) at the clinic.

Brittany (she/her) is currently the Head AT with the North Shore Warriors Hockey teams 🏒 and will also be offering in-clinic rehab and treatment here in North Van.

What does an Athletic Therapist do? They specialize in:
-Immediate on-field care during practices and games
-Rehab and treatment of injuries using exercise-based rehab, manual therapy, and therapeutic modalities

Brittany holds a Bachelor of Science degrees in Athletic Training and Exercise Science at Lindenwood University in Missouri and a Master of Science in Human Physiology. She brings experience working with collegiate rugby, soccer, softball and football athletes, as well as supporting workplace injury prevention and return-to-work programming.
 Plus — she’s a former collegiate soccer player herself. ⚽️

Book with Brittany at our North Shore Winter Club clinic. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

11/05/2025

Welcome Jenna to the team! 👋🏃‍♀️

We’re excited to introduce Jenna (she/her) — a graduate of the Master of Physical Therapy / PhD program at Western University, where her research focused on inflammation in knee osteoarthritis.

Jenna grew up playing hockey (as a goalie) and rugby, until a significant leg injury sidelined her from competitive sport. She later found running as a source of stress relief and went on to compete on the Varsity Cross-Country and Track & Field teams at Western.

This experience sparked her passion for female athlete health throughout the lifespan and endurance athletes. Her clinical and research focus includes:
-Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (REDs)
-Pelvic floor health
-Postpartum return to sport
-Running related injuries
-Knee injuries and osteoarthritis

Jenna is currently a postdoctoral fellow at UBC, where she continues to study knee injuries in females by combining her expertise in osteoarthritis and female athlete health.

Clinically, she completed a sport physiotherapy + postdoctoral fellowship at Fowler Kennedy Sport Medicine Clinic, where she worked as the primary physiotherapist for varsity endurance teams (cross country, track & field, rowing, swimming, and cheerleading). She also practices pelvic floor physiotherapy and enjoys working with individuals of all backgrounds and activity levels.

Outside the clinic (and the lab!), you can find Jenna training and competing in national-level cross country, track & field, and road races, or out cycling and hiking.

Here Jenna demonstrates one of her favourite exercises for knee strength and control: the Elevated Step Down.

Book with Jenna at our Chan Gunn clinic!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

10/28/2025

The annual McGavin Cup is back! 🏆
Big congrats to Team Strike Force — Diego, Jenna & Ryan — for taking home this year’s title at our friendly bowling showdown! 🎳👏
Always great laughs, many gutter balls, lots of team spirit and even a little Halloween. Until next year!

10/24/2025

💥New blog post: Understanding Low Back Pain: The Importance of Movement

https://mailchi.mp/nswc/the-nswc-get-connected-see-whats-happening-at-your-club-18250920?e=1867eaca64

10/23/2025

🙌 We are excited to welcome Patrick Payne, our newest chiropractor, to the NSWC clinic team! After spending the past three years in Australia working in private practice and providing on-field chiropractic care, Patrick (he/him) has returned home to North Vancouver.

Patrick completed his Bachelor of Kinesiology at UBC before earning his Master of Chiropractic at Macquarie University in Sydney. A lifelong NSWC member, he grew up playing hockey at the Club before moving on to play Junior B for the North Van Wolfpack.

Now back in the community, Patrick looks forward to lacing up with the NSWC senior men’s league while also supporting local athletes and sporting events. He brings with him a passion for performance, rehab, and injury prevention — and is excited to contribute both on and off the ice. Patrick focuses on musculoskeletal conditions, primarily soft tissue injuries and joint dysfunction. Patrick has a keen interest in lower back pain and hip conditions.

➡️ Book with Patrick at the North Shore Winter Club.

💥Stay tuned for an upcoming blog post by Patrick on low back pain. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

10/20/2025

TFCC injury with White Tape or Leuko Tape:

This tape job is great for stabilizing the wrist / TFCC complex during twisting motions and loaded wrist positions.

* Start by ripping a few strips of tape. The length should be able to wrap around their forearm.
* Place the tape on the distal ulnar, with the hand in a pronated position (palm down).
* With your thumb apply a downward pressure on the ulna while counter pressuring the first carpal row with your index finger.
* As you apply this glide, wrap the tape around the forearm and place it down.
* You can repeat this 2-3 times as needed.
* Lastly, apply a strip of tape in the opposite direction just to secure the tape down. You can also wrap this with stretch tape to make it extra secure.
* ‼️Check blood flow (capillary refill) and make sure no numbness or change of colour in the hand. Re-assess for pain and range, mainly into supination. Monitor for any signs of skin irritation related to the tape.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

10/03/2025

🌟 Mentorship Night: The Shoulder with Heather

We’re excited to launch our new Mentorship Program with an evening dedicated to the shoulder, led by physiotherapist Heather Keep! 🙌 This is the first of many mentorship nights to come.

Our program is designed to support new AMSMC clinicians through: ✨ Ongoing 1-on-1 mentorship ✨ Shadowing opportunities ✨ Monthly mentorship nights

🌱 The goal? To ensure every clinician feels supported, included, and set up for success. It is to support growth and clinical excellence, create leadership opportunities, and a culture of collaboration + lifelong learning.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

10/01/2025

We’re excited to welcome Natalie Abbate to our Yaletown team! 🎉

Natalie (she/her) joins us fresh off completing a Sport Physiotherapy Fellowship at the Fowler Kennedy Sport Medicine Clinic — bringing with her a wealth of experience working with varsity athletes (mostly with rugby, basketball, volleyball, lacrosse, baseball, ultimate, etc).

Originally from Toronto, Ontario, Natalie completed both her Bachelor of Kinesiology and Master of Physical Therapy at Western University, where she also competed with the varsity soccer team ⚽. Her passion for sport and movement has fueled her work with a wide range of athletic teams, and she’s currently pursuing her Sport Physiotherapy Canada (SPC) Certificate.

*Bonus: Natalie’s already sharing some of her on-field expertise with us! 📹 Stay tuned for a couple wrist taping demos. Plus, in the photo Natalie demonstrates an excellent strengthening exercise for wrists, called bottoms-up kettlebell carries.

👉 Book an appointment with Natalie at our Yaletown location today!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

09/25/2025

Congratulations to Malcolm Bryson, silver medallist with the Canadian National Team at the World Ultimate Championships! 🇨🇦🥈 Canada battled hard and fell just short to the US 13–12 in the final. Incredible performance!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

Address

3500-2215 Wesbrook Mall
Vancouver, BC
V6T1Z3

Opening Hours

Monday	7am - 7pm
Tuesday	7am - 7pm
Wednesday	7am - 7pm
Thursday	7am - 7pm
Friday	7am - 7pm
Saturday	8am - 3pm

Telephone

+16046426761

Website

http://www.allanmcgavinphysio.com/

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