Steve Nairn
(BSc., MSc.P.T., RCAMT, CAFCI)
Orthopaedic Physiotherapist, FootMaxx Orthotics Practitioner
Steve holds a Master’s degree in Physiotherapy from the University of McMaster and a Bachelor of Science degree from UBC. He has experience working in private practice clinics in Ontario and the Lower Mainland. His practice focuses on a wide variety of sports, postural and repetitive strain injuries.
Steve is a sports enthusiast and plays competitive tennis and soccer while also making time for golf, snow boarding, rollerblading, and running. Knowledge and experience of the demands of individual sports allows him to prescribe specific return-to-sport treatment and exercise regimes. He is passionate about working with clients towards achieving their functional goals through progressive exercise and manual therapy. Treatment focuses not only on alleviating pain and stiffness but also on correcting muscle imbalances and joint dysfunction to prevent future injuries.
Steve’s enthusiasm and attention to detail allow him to provide unparalleled client care in a relaxed atmosphere. He is a true believer in the importance of life long learning and is continually furthering his education by taking advanced physiotherapy courses.
POST GRADUATE EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s degree of Science: UBC 2000
- Master’s Degree of Physical Therapy: McMaster University 2002
- Resident, Canadian Academy of Manipulative Therapists (RCAMT)
- Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute, Level 1A, 2A, 3A; CAFCI Designation
- Muscle Energy Techniques: Neck, Back, and Pelvis.
- Sport Physiotherapy Treatment and Taping Techniques
- Sport Manual Therapy and Manipulation
- Advanced Physiotherapy Education: Thoracic Spine and Shoulder
- Foot Biomechanics and Orthotic Therapy
TREATING PHYSIOTHERAPIST
- Men’s League Soccer, North Vancouver
- Senior Treating Physiotherapist for Washington Marine Group, North Vancouver
- U-16 Women’s Gymnastics Meet, Brantford Ontario
CERTIFICATIONS
- Level 1 Snow board Instructor
- Soccer Coaching Certificate