Nina Darmstaedter is a registered acupuncturist with a deep respect for holistic healing and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Inspired by her own journey overcoming chronic migraines, she is passionate about empowering her patients through natural, non-invasive care that supports mind–body wellness. Nina’s clinical interests include women’s health—particularly menopause support—migraine and pain therapy, and recovery from sports-related injuries. She has completed specialized training in Acuregen Cosmetic Acupuncture and women’s health through AcuPro Academy. Outside of practice, Nina enjoys trail running, surfing, and spending time with her kids, friends, and dog, and she is fluent in both English and German.

Education

• Diploma in Acupuncture

Expertise

• Women’s health, with a focus on menopause support
• Migraine and pain therapy
• Sports injury recovery and rehabilitation
• Cosmetic acupuncture
• Holistic approaches to mind–body wellness

Qualifications

• Registered Acupuncturist
• Acuregen Cosmetic Acupuncture
• AcuPro Academy – Women’s Health Training

Languages

• English
• German

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Kolten was born and raised in Kelowna, where he has always lived an active lifestyle growing up as a competitive gymnast. Throughout the years, he worked with many healthcare professionals as an athlete and realized the importance they hold in our community. These meaningful connections led him to pursue a career where he can focus on helping others with their personal health and wellness.

In 2020 Kolten received a Diploma in Registered Massage Therapy from Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy. Since then he has been practicing massage therapy with a variety of people gaining experience and progressing himself as a therapist.

He approaches each client with an empathic viewpoint and tailors treatments to suit individual needs. He strides to find the root of the problem and encourages clients to be proactive in their recovery. He provides a wide skill set utilizing the techniques of Swedish massage, trigger point therapy, neuromuscular therapy and myofascial release. As well as incorporating stretching, strength, and mobility exercises during and after treatment. Kolten is passionate about providing education to clients helping them create positive change in their lives within and out of the treatment room.

Other than gymnastics, Kolten has a history of outdoor recreation, which has included skiing, trail running, and rock climbing. Currently, he holds a great passion in spending time within the climbing community and embracing the experiences it has to offer.

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Vida Niaparast is a highly experienced physiotherapist with over 10 years of clinical practice. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy in Iran in 2011 and began her professional career shortly thereafter. She continued her academic journey and obtained her Master of Physiotherapy in 2015. Following this, she established and successfully operated her own physiotherapy clinic for three years before relocating to Canada.

Education - Bachelor’s Degree in Physiotherapy (2011, Iran)

• Master of Physiotherapy (2015)

Expertise - Neuromusculoskeletal disorders

• Spinal pain, knee conditions, and shoulder injuries

• Headaches and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders

• Neurological conditions including stroke, Parkinson’s disease, and multiple sclerosis (MS)

Qualifications - Certified IMS (Intramuscular Stimulation) Therapist

• Over 10 years of clinical experience

Languages - Enlgish - Farsi

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Dan is an experienced physiotherapist who graduated with a Master’s Degree of Physical Therapy from Queen’s University. Dan’s interest in physiotherapy and athletic performance stemmed from his own experience in competitive sport, and in particular, prolonged injuries which were successfully treated by physiotherapy. He is passionate about using manual therapy, individualized exercise prescription, and education to work collaboratively with patients to help them reach their goals – whether elite athletes or their grandparents.

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Mackenzie is a compassionate kinesiologist with a Bachelor of Kinesiology from Brock University and a certificate in Myofascial Therapy. She is currently advancing her training in Osteopathy at the Sutherland-Chan School, bringing a holistic, evidence-based approach to care. Mackenzie has specialized experience supporting older adults with neurological and musculoskeletal conditions, helping clients improve mobility, function, and overall quality of life. With a background as a competitive athlete, she combines her passion for movement with rehabilitation expertise to support recovery and long-term wellness.

Education

• BSc in Kinesiology – Brock University, 2023
• Certificate in Myofascial Therapy
• Ongoing studies in Osteopathy – Sutherland-Chan School

Expertise

• Rehabilitation for seniors and older adults
• Stroke recovery and post-surgical rehab (hip, ankle, soft tissue injuries)
• Chronic condition management (e.g., Parkinson’s disease)
• Fascial Stretch Therapy integration
• Holistic, movement-based rehabilitation

Qualifications

• Fascial Stretch Therapy, Level 1 (Stretch to Win, 2023)
• Certificate in Myofascial Therapy
• Currently completing Osteopathy training

Languages - English - French

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Saman is a Manual Osteopathic Therapist with a rich and diverse background in healthcare. Originally trained as a medical doctor in Iran, he brings over 20 years of clinical experience to his osteopathic practice in Canada. His approach is gentle, thorough, and grounded in deep knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and hands-on techniques to help reduce pain, improve mobility, and restore balance.

Saman specializes in chronic musculoskeletal pain, joint mobilization, myofascial release, and manual lymphatic drainage. He is passionate about understanding the human body and supporting others on their journey to better health.

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Fiona brings a decade of expertise to her clinical practice, having cultivated her skills in the wellness industry since 2017. A graduate of the Pacific Coast College of Massage Therapy (PCCMT), she specializes in a versatile range of modalities, from soothing relaxation to intensive deep tissue and Thai-inspired stretching.

Her unique background allows her to masterfully adapt her pressure to meet every client’s specific needs. Fiona is passionate about finding the root cause of discomfort, seamlessly bridging the gap between evidence-based clinical relief and deep restorative calm.

Expertise: Deep Tissue, Thai-inspired Techniques, Trigger Point Therapy, and Relaxation Massage.

Education: Diploma in Registered Massage Therapy, Pacific Coast College of Massage Therapy (PCCMT).

Languages: English, Mandarin.

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Shoya is an active leader in the field of athletics and continues to strive to empower all ages of a wide demographic to succeed in their athletic goals. His passion for an active lifestyle and physical wellbeing inspired him to pursue his education at The University of British Columbia, majoring in the field of Neuro-Mechanical and Physiological Sciences within Kinesiology.

Shoya has worked with a diverse demographic ranging from training elementary to highschool aged youths along with practicing rehabilitation sciences in long-term care homes. Shoya’s goals as a Kinesiologist is not only to aid in rehabilitation but to promote an active lifestyle to empower his clients in mental, social, psychological and physical well-being.

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Education

• Master of Science in Exercise Science from State University of New York at Buffalo
• Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from India
• Certified in Anatomical Intramuscular Stimulation (AN/-IMS)/Dry needling
• Certified in Vestibular Rehabilitation

Expertise

• Musculoskeletal conditions
• Neurological conditions
• Complex pain & fatigue
• Muscle, tendon, ligament, joint & spinal problems
• Repetitive strain and work ergonomics
• Pre & post surgery
• Dizziness, headaches, vertigo, and vestibular symptoms
• Balance problems
• Fall prevention

Qualifications

Khush is a licensed physiotherapist in both the USA and Canada, with over 12 years of experience across hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, and private orthopaedic/neurological clinics. An adjunct professor at UBC, she actively contributes  as a member of the College of Physiotherapists of BC, adopting a lifelong learning approach and providing holistic, inclusive care.

Interests

• Running
• Swimming
• Skiing/Skating
• Strength Training

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Registered Physiotherapist

Education:

• Master of Physical Therapy degree from the University of British Columbia.

• Level 1 Orthopaedic Division Certification

Expertise:

• Sam has gained experience working with sports-related, general medical, post-surgical, and spinal cord injuries.

Interests:

• Her areas of interest are in sport, neurological conditions, and is currently working towards her pelvic floor certification. She used to compete at the international level in martial arts, but now enjoys hiking, running, and cycling in her spare time.

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