Our Rehabilitation Services

Comprehensive Care in Nelson, BC

Our Services

Physiotherapy

Restoring movement, reducing pain, and improving physical function through evidence-based treatments and advanced diagnostic technology.
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Shockwave Therapy

An evidence-based, non-invasive treatment delivering acoustic pressure waves to accelerate healing in persistent tendon and soft tissue conditions.
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Concussion Clinic

Comprehensive, interdisciplinary care for acute and persistent post-concussion symptoms to help individuals safely return to work and play.
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Advanced ACL Rehabilitation

A criteria-driven, performance-based program to ensure athletes fully restore neuromuscular control before safely returning to sport.
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Digital Health Assessments

Advanced VALD technology providing precise, objective measurements of strength and movement to inform smarter rehabilitation decisions.
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Hand Therapy

Specialized assessment and treatment by a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) for conditions affecting the hand, wrist, forearm, and elbow.
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Athletic Therapy

Sport-focused rehabilitation for active individuals to recover from musculoskeletal injuries and return to the activities they love safely.
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Kinesiology

Individualized, evidence-based therapeutic exercise programming to restore movement, improve strength, and support long-term health.
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Custom Bracing

Precision-fit support and bracing solutions to protect healing tissue, reduce pain, and restore confidence in movement.
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Massage Therapy

Therapeutic, hands-on treatment tailored to reduce pain, relieve muscle tension, and support the body’s natural healing process.
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Clinical Counselling

Compassionate, evidence-based virtual support to help individuals navigate life’s challenges, injury recovery, and major transitions.
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Return to Work

A complete approach combining assessment, treatment, and worksite coordination to help individuals regain function and safely return to employment.
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Occupational Therapy

Holistic, client-centered care focused on restoring function and independence in daily life, work, and community activities.
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What Is Physiotherapy?

Physiotherapy is a regulated health care profession focused on restoring movement, reducing pain, and improving physical function — primarily through the rehabilitation of movement dysfunction: conditions that affect how the body moves, performs, and responds to physical demands.

What Makes Our Physiotherapists Different

A movement dysfunction occurs when normal body biomechanics are altered in a way that limits effective or efficient performance. This may result from pain, injury, illness, or changes in physical health and activity.

Common Causes of Movement Dysfunction

  • Injury or accidents
  • Repetitive or sustained physical activity
  • Poor posture or movement patterns
  • Congenital conditions or developmental differences
  • Disease or medical conditions
  • Age-related changes
  • Psychological or social stress

Body Systems That May Be Affected

  • Neuromuscular system (nerves and muscles)
  • Musculoskeletal system (bones, joints, and soft tissues)
  • Respiratory system (lungs and breathing)
  • Cardiovascular system (heart and circulation)

Our physiotherapists assess, diagnose, and treat movement dysfunction using evidence-based techniques designed to restore mobility, reduce pain, improve strength and function, and support safe return to daily activities, work, and sport.

Kootenay Health Services is Nelson, BC’s premier destination for physiotherapy, athletic therapy, massage, and integrated health care. Located in the heart of the Kootenays, our interdisciplinary team is dedicated to providing evidence-based rehabilitation and performance training to help you move better, recover faster, and live an active, pain-free life.

Clinic Hours

  • Monday: 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
  • Tuesday: 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
  • Wednesday: 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
  • Thursday: 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
  • Friday: 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed

Contact Us

Address:
602 Kootenay St, Nelson, BC V1L 1L2

Phone: (250) 352-1116

Fax: 250.352.1118