painPRO Coal Harbour has MOVED!

Please note effective June 24, 2024 painPRO Coal Harbour will be at our brand new, expanded location located just around the corner from our current clinic at 535 Thurlow Street, Unit 100!

Expanding our Services: We now offer Registered Clinical Counselling, Acupuncture, and Naturopathic Doctor services!

We look forward to seeing you soon and should you have any questions or concerns please call us at 604-683-7246.

Michael Desrochers…Founder

Registered Massage Therapy

Registered Massage Therapy Who are they? RMT’s provide evidence-informed, natural, non-invasive intervention for pain and dysfunction in the body’s soft tissue. Massage therapy adds the perfect amount of therapeutic release to compliment and provide a greater opportunity to stretching and strengthening of muscles. How can it help? After a motor vehicle accident it is beneficial to book i... Read More

Registered Massage Therapy

Who are they? RMT’s provide evidence-informed, natural, non-invasive intervention for pain and dysfunction in the body’s soft tissue. Massage therapy adds the perfect amount of therapeutic release to compliment and provide a greater opportunity to stretching and strengthening of muscles.

How can it help? After a motor vehicle accident it is beneficial to book in with your RMT as soon as possible. During this acute phase the intent is to help calm your muscles and prevent them from tightening up into a protective position.

How do I get started? Once you obtain a referral from your doctor we can submit it to ICBC and request RMT sessions for you. After your assessment your RMT will be able to better advise you on the frequency and duration to treatments recommended. Typically shorter durations but more frequently is recommended. As your pain decreases and function improves our goal is to decrease the frequency of passive treatments and increase the frequency of a more active approach.

Did you know? It is common, and at times preffered, to attend a combination of services for example, RMT and physiotherapy or RMT and active rehabilitation. This enables each practitioner to spend the treatment time most effectively and using each other’s strengths to support your recovery.


Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy Who are they? Physiotherapists are trained practitioners that are able to assess for musculoskeletal injuries and treat using multiple interventions; manual therapy, shockwave therapy, intramuscular stimulation and exercise prescription. How can it help? With respect to motor vehicle accidents, physiotherapist help relieving pain by returning muscles to their optimal resti... Read More

Physiotherapy

Who are they? Physiotherapists are trained practitioners that are able to assess for musculoskeletal injuries and treat using multiple interventions; manual therapy, shockwave therapy, intramuscular stimulation and exercise prescription.

How can it help? With respect to motor vehicle accidents, physiotherapist help relieving pain by returning muscles to their optimal resting length. They help train your body to re-engaging muscles that have been disinhibited post injury and retrain muscle coordination and balance that may be impaired.

How do I get started? If physiotherapy is a service that may benefit you, you will need to talk to your doctor and obtain a referral for physiotherapy sessions. We can submit that referral to ICBC requesting physiotherapy sessions. ICBC typically approves 20 sessions of physiotherapy and if more sessions are required another referral from your doctor is typically requested.

Did you know? Physiotherapy sessions are often complemented by RMT or chiropractic services. As your pain decreases, and mobility improves it is common to gradually transition into more of an active rehabilitative approach.


Chiropractic

Chiropractic Who are they? Chiropractors are musculoskeletal experts who adopt evidence informed treatments to help resolve and prevent biomechanical problems caused by muscular, skeletal, and nervous system dysfunction. How can it help? The forces involved in a motor vehicle accident are often larger than what the body is capable of dealing with. As a result, accident sufferers go into... Read More

Chiropractic

Who are they? Chiropractors are musculoskeletal experts who adopt evidence informed treatments to help resolve and prevent biomechanical problems caused by muscular, skeletal, and nervous system dysfunction.

How can it help? The forces involved in a motor vehicle accident are often larger than what the body is capable of dealing with. As a result, accident sufferers go into 'survival mode'; tightening muscles, restricting joints, and limiting range of motion. Chiropractors help restore the body's movement through soft tissue therapy, and targeted adjustments of the joints.

How do I get started? ICBC provides all motor vehicle accident victims with Chiropractic services within the first 8 weeks of your injury. This does not mean that after the first 8 weeks you cannot receive chiropractic services, but rather pre approval will be needed prior to seeing a chiropractor and 100% of your treatment session may not be covered.

Did you know? Chiropractic services are often coupled with RMT, physiotherapy or active rehabilitation. Each service will support your recovery from a slightly different perspective. As your symptoms improve and you require less of a hands on approach it is common to transition into a active rehabilitation program while still receiving chiropractic services.


Kinesiology/ Active Rehab

Kinesiology Who are they? The Kinesiology profession encompasses mental and emotional wellness with an emphasis on physical exercise and skilled movement training. How can it help? Active rehabilitation is a kinesiologist supervised, 1 on 1 rehabilitation program that focuses on active recovery mainly through exercise. After your assessment your Kinesiologist will be able to provide you... Read More

Kinesiology

Who are they? The Kinesiology profession encompasses mental and emotional wellness with an emphasis on physical exercise and skilled movement training.

How can it help? Active rehabilitation is a kinesiologist supervised, 1 on 1 rehabilitation program that focuses on active recovery mainly through exercise. After your assessment your Kinesiologist will be able to provide you with a recommendation for duration and length of the program. Programs generally run 1-2 days per week for 6 to 12 weeks and are designed to support return to regular activities, work demands and an active healthy lifestyle.

These sessions are designed to provide education regarding various pain management strategies, increase mobility, strength and endurance for various movements specific to your needs. Your prescribed exercises will be given to you using an exercise program, Physitrack. You will be able to watch videos of prescribed exercises, track them and leave notes when performing exercises from the comfort of your computer or phone.

How do I get started? If this is something you feel you would benefit from or your therapist feels is appropriate for you they can make the recommendation. Once you obtain a referral from your doctor we can request approval from ICBC. After the assessment is completed your kinesiologist will be able to provide you with a plan going forward.

Did you know? Active Rehabilitation sessions often occurs in conjunction with other services; RMT, PT and/or chiropractic sessions. As function increases the goal is to gradually decrease session frequency and increase the ability to continue independently with support when needed.


Counselling (Telehealth and In-Clinic)

Counselling is about finding solutions for mental/ emotional unrest that may be standing in the way of your long-term life enjoyment and/ or physical pain relief. The important thing to understand about Counselling is that you are in control of the process. A Counsellor is merely a guide to help you ask questions that lead to solutions for your full recovery from an accident or other traumatic ... Read More

Counselling is about finding solutions for mental/ emotional unrest that may be standing in the way of your long-term life enjoyment and/ or physical pain relief. The important thing to understand about Counselling is that you are in control of the process. A Counsellor is merely a guide to help you ask questions that lead to solutions for your full recovery from an accident or other traumatic life events.
Based on your level of comfort our Counsellors offer both Telehealth and In-Clinic options. Understanding your unique needs a Counsellor can help you determine the best format for service delivery.


Acupuncture

Jacob graduated from UBC in 2019 with a Bachelors in Kinesiology, and Minor in Psychology. He developed his passion for exercise and rehabilitation over the years as a result of working through his own injuries and pain, mostly as a result of cycling, soccer and skiing. As he learned to improve his own physical health and mindset he found a passion in helping others do the same. We all respond to challenges differently but let’s find a way to move forward!

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Cassie is a dedicated and compassionate Registered Massage Therapist who’s committed to empowering her clients by helping them reach their goals of health and well-being. She received certification in November of 2019 and has been consistently working hard to provide the best care possible.

Throughout her years she has worked with a variety of ailments, including headaches, injuries caused by motor vehicle accidents, nerve pain, strains, muscular imbalances & postural-related issues, general aches & pains and many more. She has experience working with prenatal patients as well. She is an active listener with incredible bedside manners to ensure you feel safe and comfortable throughout the entire treatment.

Outside of work, Cassie enjoys relaxing at home reading with her two cats, baking or bike riding in the city.

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Narumi graduated from Camosun College in Victoria in 2024 with a Bachelor of Athletic and Exercise Therapy. She is certified as an clinical exercise physiologist, kinesiologist, personal trainer and athletic therapist. She has practical experience, including several years of in-person & online personal training, 2 years with local rugby teams, and a year in two clinics as a student athletic therapist. Her hobbies include running (10K ~ half), lifting, cycling, hiking, and playing any sports. Her strength as a clinician is in manual therapy and creating fun, effective exercises to enhance your daily living and athletic performance. Let’s work together to achieve your health and fitness goals.

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Mohammad is an internationally trained medical doctor with an MD/PhD in toxicology and a subspecialty in drug toxicity. He has more than 25 years of experience in the medical field.

Due to his knowledge of medications, he was always trying to find a way to treat diseases with few adverse effects. For this reason, he decided to be active in the field of acupuncture along with his other medical activities.

Currently, he is a registered acupuncturist, teaches the acupuncture program and the medical topics in the college as an instructor, and is one of the supervisors of the acupuncture college clinic.

His knowledge and skill in TCM, along with his experience in western and modern medicine, have contributed to his career success as an acupuncturist.

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Dr. Jarrod Johnson is an enthusiastic Vancouver Chiropractor who has a passion for human kinetics and the healing arts of evidence based holistic medicine. He is a huge advocate of clean healthy living and ample amounts of exercise to get the body functioning at its highest level. Dr. Johnson is an avid sports enthusiast with an extensive background in hockey, rugby, volleyball, baseball and squash.

Dr. Johnson received his Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology (BSc Kin) from the University of Western Ontario. With a strong interest in patient focused care and a love of biomechanics he received his Doctorate of Chiropractic from Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto, Ontario and graduated Magna Cum Laude.

Dr. Johnson uses many different forms of treatment including joint manipulation and mobilization, soft tissue therapy as well as being fully certified in instrument assisted therapy (SMART Tools ©). He is also certified in Active Release Therapy (ART) for the upper extremity and is also certified in shockwave therapy. Jarrod looks forward to working with patients of all ages to help them achieve their goals and get their body functioning to its highest potential.

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Paul became interested in Physiotherapy and healthcare when he suffered injuries from playing competitive soccer. Experiencing the effects of rehabilitation first hand inspired him to complete a Bachelor in Human Kinetics with a specialization in Exercise Science, and a Master’s of Physical Therapy. In his postgraduate work, Paul focused on advanced manual and manipulative therapy. He uses active rehabilitation/exercise therapy to complement manual therapy techniques in order to provide long term solutions for orthopedic injuries and movement dysfunction. Since graduation, Paul has worked exclusively as a manual therapist in Burnaby and the downtown Core. Paul specializes in manual therapy, TMJ therapy, and Radial Shockwave Therapy.

When not in the clinic, Paul keeps active through marathon running, soccer, badminton, as well as de-stressing with a little dodgeball!

Education & Training: Diploma of Advanced Manual and Manipulative Therapy – Level 3 Lower Quadrant Diploma of Advanced Manual and Manipulative Therapy – Level 3 Upper Quadrant Diploma of Advanced Manual and Manipulative Therapy – Level 2 Upper Quadrant Diploma of Advanced Manual and Manipulative Therapy – Level 2 Lower Quadrant Diploma of Advanced Manual and Manipulative Therapy – Level 1 Masters of Physical Therapy, University of British Columbia Bachelors of Human Kinetics (Exercise Science), University of British Columbia Techniques & Treatments: Manual/Manipulative Therapy Soft Tissue Release Techniques Muscle Energy Techniques Postural Retraining Active Rehabilitation/Exercise Therapy Athletic Taping Movement Pattern Retraining TMJ therapy Radial Shockwave Therapy

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Joey is a graduate from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy where he was valedictorian and representative of his class and received the Harry Goldstein Leadership award. During his education, he has gathered experience volunteering at Canuck’s Place hospice, UBC and SFU Tertiary teams.

His passion and reason for being an RMT is founded in his foundational need to help people to manage their discomfort through therapy and education. Trigger point therapy and active stretching are his techniques that he enjoys using to get the maximal results out of his treatments.

Outside of work, Joey is passionate about athletics, Krav Maga and Triathlon racing.

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Marc is an enthusiastic, driven RMT dedicated to providing safe and effective treatments for each of his patients. Throughout his practicum at WCCMT, he has effectively treated many different kinds of patients ranging from varsity athletes, to hospital patients, to the elderly. Marc has also treated a wide range of orthopedic and systemic conditions such as: sprains, strains, fractures, arthritis, scoliosis, tension headaches, migraines, numbness and tingling, and disc herniation.

When he’s not practicing Massage Therapy, he is busy exercising to keep his body and mind healthy. And when he’s not exercising, he’s busy doing his due diligence and tries to keep up to date on recent research about soft tissue, joints, ligaments, and various massage techniques and applies that knowledge in his practice.

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Genelle focuses on injury rehabilitation and pain management. Influenced by her years of practice and her passion for exercise and activity, Genelle believes that movement is a fundamental component to combating aches and pains. Genelle utilizes a variety of orthopedic techniques, myofascial release, joint mobilizations, athletic taping (K-tape), instrument-assisted soft tissue release (IASTM), and Swedish Massage to help her patients achieve a more pain-free life. 

Genelle is a graduate of the 3000-hour program from West Coast College of Massage Therapy in New Westminster and has a Bachelor’s Degree in Health Science. Along with her traditional education, Genelle has been a longtime student of Yoga and more recently Pilates. Genelle recently completed the Calibrate Clinical Pilates training so you can expect Genelle to incorporate movement, stretching, and breathwork into your treatment. 

Genelle has experience working with a broad variety of patients; from competitive athletes, weekend warriors, and workplace and motor vehicle accident-related injuries. 

You can now book a Registered Massage therapy session with Genelle as well as a Clinical Pilates Therapeutic Exercise session with our in-house Pilates equipment. See our Clinical Pilates Page for details.  

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Robin Renaud is a Registered Massage Therapist interested in whole body health. Her expertise in understanding the intricacies of the human body and movement began with a diploma in Human Kinetics (2007) and matured with over 15 years of personal training experience. From there, she studied massage at VaCC (2023) and honed her skills to provide exceptional care to her patients. Robin’s empathetic nature, and passion for healing, make for an environment that is inclusive and respectful to all body types.

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TELEHEALTH IS OFFERED AT ALL CLINICS. IN-PERSON COUNSELLING IS OFFERED AT COQUITLAM ONLY

Maëlle (pronounced MAH-el) is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) with a Master of Counselling Psychology degree from Adler University in Vancouver.

Maëlle was born in France and came to Canada in 2016, bringing with her a unique multicultural perspective that enriches her practice.

Specializing in anxiety, depression, chronic pain, burnout, trauma, grief, life transitions, and relationship issues, Maëlle offers a safe and non-judgmental space to be heard, explore, and heal. She collaboratively works with clients to peel back the layers of who they are, exploring their thoughts, feelings, personal narratives, and mind/body connection to deepen self-awareness and achieve meaningful changes in their lives.

Maëlle is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness therapy, and Narrative therapy. She utilizes a trauma-informed lens and offers a holistic, strengths-based, solution-focused approach to counselling.

With a deep understanding of diverse cultures and backgrounds, Maëlle provides affirming and destigmatizing mental health services. She believes that transformative journeys toward healing begin with empowerment—the ability to make individual choices and take control of one’s narrative.

Outside the therapy space, Maëlle loves camping, going on hikes, and exploring the outdoors with her dog, Suki.

Maëlle offers bilingual counselling services in English and French. Maëlle est une psychologue clinicienne (RCC, CCC) originaire de France, qui s’est installée au Canada en 2016 pour poursuivre ses études de psychologie à Vancouver. Spécialisée dans l’anxiété, la dépression, les douleurs chroniques, l’épuisement professionnel, les traumatismes, le deuil, les transitions de vie et les problèmes relationnels, Maëlle offre un espace empathique et sans jugement pour aider à mieux se comprendre et guérir.

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Jason is a dedicated Massage Therapist with a passion for holistic wellness and a keen understanding of the human body, he brings a fresh perspective to the field of therapeutic care.

In his experience, he has worked on a wide range or orthopedic conditions including but not limited to: sprain, strains, tension headaches, neck and back pain. Outside of his professional pursuits, you can often find him concocting delightful dishes in the kitchen or framing visually striking photographs through his camera lens.

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Anna graduated in 2017 from West Coast College of Massage Therapy, earning her Massage Therapy Diploma after completing 2400 hours of diversified hands-on training with patients with various injuries and backgrounds. At West Coast College of Massage Therapy, she engaged with numerous organizations, including Kinsman Lodge, UBC varsity athletes, WCCMT MS outreach, GF Strong Rehabilitation Center, and BC Women’s Hospital, enriching her work experience.

After graduation, Anna ventured to Germany for a year, where she worked in a Hammam Spa, honing her skills in utilizing heat and cold therapies to facilitate deep relaxation and alleviate stress-related pain symptoms.

Anna recently relocated her practice after over five years of dedicated service at the Coal Harbour location to our new clinic in Coquitlam. Alongside her established expertise, she specializes in Instrumented Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM), further enhancing her ability to address various musculoskeletal issues.

Employing evidence-based practices, Anna delves into the root causes of pain to craft personalized treatment plans aimed at helping clients improve their quality of life and achieve their wellness goals. With a commitment to your well-being, Anna strives to empower you on your journey to recovery and optimal health.

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Ruby graduated from the Langara College Registered Massage Therapy Program. During the program, she gained experience working with a variety of demographics such as students, office workers and cyclists, as well as clients at Harbour Dance Centre, Villa Cathay Care Home, Louis Brier Home and Hospital.

She believes in working with specific treatments instead of deep pressure and aims to help empower clients find what works for them. Her toolbox includes trigger point therapy, active stretching, joint mobilization and tuning into breath and body awareness.

Outside of work, Ruby enjoys learning more about climbing, checking out local parks, and reading.

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April is committed to helping clients recover and getting back to what they love by promoting and restoring their physical, psychological, and social well-being. She graduated from University of British Columbia in Bachelor of Human Kinetics with specialization in Exercise Physiology and obtained her Bachelor of Physical Therapy from Yonsei University in South Korea. She has experience in working in private practices as well as hospital settings.

April focuses on each client’s individual needs and goals by using up-to-date and evidence-based treatments and exercise programs in the best interest of her client. She consistently works her way to improve her treatment skills and depth of knowledge in physiotherapy so that her clients can receive optimal care.

Outside of the clinic, you may find April heading to the gym, exploring the outdoors, relaxing at home, and spending time with her family and friends. April can provide services in both English and Korean.

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