Jason graduated from the University of Victoria with a Bachelor of Education, with teaching specialties in Physical Education and Biology. He then completed a Masters of Physiotherapy at the University of British Columbia. He has worked in a variety of health care settings, including private practices where he gained experience with athletic, motor vehicle and work-related injuries among many other conditions. Jason has also worked in both Seniors and Children’s Health; his experience includes working in home and community care facilitating successful hospital to home transitions and supporting children with disabilities in private practice as well as at the Queen Alexandra Center for Children’s Health in Victoria.
As both a physical education teacher and physiotherapist with extensive pediatric experience, Jason is passionate about working with children. His experience ranges from supporting children with pediatric sports injuries to those with developmental and physical disabilities. Additionally, Jason is a parent of a child with special needs and understands the demands of juggling the everyday care and medical needs of an exceptional child.
Vestibular rehabilitation is another one of Jason’s clinical interests. He has advanced post-graduate training in concussion and vestibular rehabilitation and enjoys helping people overcome balance disorders, concussions, balance, dizziness and vertigo.
Jason is committed to evidence-based health care and has done medical research ranging from the repetitive stress injuries of the baby boomer generation to the effects of power training in older adults. His most recent publication was an article about the effectiveness of stretching for children with disabilities. Jason has post-graduate training in acupuncture, manual therapy and vestibular rehabilitation and is currently a physiotherapist consultant and medical copy editor for independent medical exams.
Jason’s passion for physiotherapy started when he was first introduced the profession as a competitive track and athlete in his teenage years. With the help of physiotherapy, he went on to compete for the University of Victoria track team. Jason continues to ‘practice what he preaches’ by utilizing physiotherapy to support his active lifestyle. He enjoys all that the Comox Valley has to offer, including participating in triathlons, biking, cross-country skiing, hiking, paddling, running, surfing and open-water swimming.
Jason graduated from the University of Victoria with a Bachelor of Education, with teaching speci...
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Tara is a Registered Physiotherapist with post graduate training in Women’s Pelvic Health, Gunn IMS, Acupuncture, Graston Technique, Manual Therapy and Pain Science. Tara graduated with a Masters of Physical Therapy in 2009 from the University of British Columbia. Prior to this, Tara completed a Bachelor of Kinesiology with a minor in contemporary dance from the University of Calgary/University of Victoria.
Tara is particularly passionate about helping people participate in the activities they love without pain or injury. In addition to her training as a physiotherapist and kinesiologist, Tara has worked as a strength trainer, fitness instructor, dance instructor and soccer coach. She is also an avid participant in many activities including: running, cross-country skiing, crossfit, stand up paddling, pilates, dance and yoga.
Tara has completed a 200 hr Mocean Yoga Teacher Training and enjoys expanding her offering through therapeutic yoga classes and 1:1 therapeutic yoga privates.
Tara loves incorporating her vast inventory of movement experience into her rehabilitation programs. Her training in women’s pelvic health allows her the pleasure of assisting women in participating in enjoyable and meaningful activities. Her background in Gunn IMS, soft tissue techniques and pain science provides her with additional tools for providing effective pain relief and restoration of function of all areas of the body. She looks at the body as a whole and will look at the interconnections of your injuries.
Tara is a Registered Physiotherapist with post graduate training in Women’s Pelvic Health, Gunn I...
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Megan Hughes graduated from the University of New Brunswick in 2018 with a Bachelor Degree in Kinesiology and from Dalhousie University in 2021 with a Master of Science in Physiotherapy. Megan is passionate about empowering people to help themselves through evidence-based movement and exercise. Her primary area of interest is orthopedic conditions with an additional special interest in pain science. In her spare time, Megan enjoys backpacking, mountain biking and recreational sports.
Megan Hughes graduated from the University of New Brunswick in 2018 with a Bachelor Degree in Kin...
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Movement is life. Intergrated, connected movement enables a higher quality of life. This philosophy underlies the foundation of Jorden’s practice.
He spent the first five years of his career in private practice, and the next 15 years in the public system.
Returning to private practice in mid 2022, Jorden has studied manual therapy (various approaches), foot health, is certified in Acupuncture (CAFCI), GTT dry needling (CGTTP), and Foundation Training. While living at a monastery in northern India, he studied Buddhism and became a lifelong devotee of inner spiritual work. As a result, he often blends a mixture of eastern + western modalities into his practice. Jorden has studied nutrition (informally), and is also a certified Breathwork instructor. He incorporates these elements into treatment if deemed appropriate.
A lifelong learner, he is continually upgrading his education and treatment style. Jorden would be happy to assess and treat you at The Joint.
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Erik Ottosen was born and raised in the Comox Valley. He completed his Master of Physical Therapy degree from the University of British Columbia and a Bachelor of Science in the department of Biochemistry from the University of Victoria.
Erik uses a comprehensive and evidence-based approach through the integration of manual therapy, specific exercise prescription and education to develop individualized treatment programs that support clients in achieving their personal goals. Erik has acquired his AN-IMS certification as well as course work in manual therapy with the CPA Orthopaedic division. Regular literature searches help ensure the delivery of appropriate evidence-based physiotherapy. Erik’s focus lies in providing accurate assessment and ensuring every client’s concern is understood and treated thoroughly to achieve their individual goals.
When not at work, Erik can be found on the squash court or losing golf balls at any of the local courses.
Erik Ottosen was born and raised in the Comox Valley. He completed his Master of Physical Therapy...
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