About us

Courtenay has been a registered massage therapist since 2017. She strives to provide a thorough treatment specific to your areas of concern while incorporating an element of relaxation. Courtenay treats a wide range of conditions including repetitive strain injuries, neuropathic conditions, and chronic headaches and migraines. She has additional training in Myofascial release, therapeutic exercise and TMJ dysfunction. She also offers pre and post natal massage. Courtenay utilizes a variety of techniques in session to help you reach your goals. Techniques used include Swedish massage, trigger point release, joint mobilization and assisted stretching. Currently, Courtenay splits her time between Nanoose Bay and Vancouver. In her free time she enjoys skiing, cycling and hiking.

Dhara graduated with a Master’s degree of Physiotherapy in Neurological and Psychosomatic Disorders in 2014. Along with completion of the Masters program with honours, she has also published an article on stroke rehabilitation in International Journal. She is a Registered Physical Therapist in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of British Columbia. Dhara is a strong believer in lifelong education and using evidence-based approaches in her practice. Having completed an array of clinical placements from private sports clinics to spinal cord rehab, Dhara understands the value in unique, patient-centered treatment. She uses a multi-modal, hands-on approach to help her patients reach their goals She brings with her a cumulative experience of 9+ years treating patients of all ages with diverse Musculoskeletal, Neurological as well as Cardiovascular conditions. She is an IMS/ Dry needling certified and wishes to pursue various certifications in her field. Apart from work, Dhara enjoys Zumba, Music and hiking.

Jorge Palacios, DOMP – Osteopathic Practitioner Committed to Restoring Balance and Function.

After living in America, Europe, Asia, and across many Canadian provinces and territories, Jorge and his wife have chosen Vancouver Island as their home. With over 20 years of experience in health studies, Jorge brings a wealth of knowledge and insight to his practice.

As an Osteopathic Practitioner, Jorge is committed to uncovering the root causes of pain—not just treating its symptoms. He is continually fascinated by the human body’s ability to heal itself through precise techniques and manual therapies that promote alignment and restore function. His approach emphasizes working with the body’s innate intelligence, trusting that with the right care, it can regain balance and achieve optimal well-being. To Jorge, the human body is truly an extraordinary creation!

Jorge’s primary goal is to empower his clients to feel better, move freely, and regain control over their health. Whether you are dealing with chronic pain, migraines, headaches, joint pain, motor vehicle accidents (MVA), temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD), carpal tunnel syndrome, back and lower back pain, sciatica, torticollis, digestive problems, or sports injuries, Jorge is here to help. He works with a diverse range of individuals, including office professionals, healthcare workers, manual laborers, and athletes such as runners, cyclists, golfers, and team sport players. His treatments are tailored to meet the needs of those recovering from injuries or surgeries, addressing repetitive strain, postural issues, and managing stress or chronic conditions. Through his treatments, Jorge aims to relieve pain, restore movement, and enhance overall quality of life, empowering clients to return to their daily activities and passions with confidence.

Currently advancing his studies toward becoming a Doctor of Osteopathy, Jorge is dedicated to lifelong learning, ensuring that his clients receive the most effective and evidence-based care available.

Jorge offers appointments on Mondays in Lantzville and Fridays in South Nanaimo, where he is eager to begin helping the local community feel their best.

What is Osteopathy?

Osteopathy is a holistic healthcare approach that focuses on the interrelationship between the body’s structure and function, emphasizing its innate ability to heal itself. Through manual techniques such as stretching, massage, and manipulation, osteopaths aim to restore balance and health by addressing both symptoms and underlying causes. This practice is based on the principle that optimal health requires the harmonious functioning of all body systems.

American Osteopathic Association (AOA) and World Health Organization (WHO).

What is Manual Osteopathic Therapy?

Manual Osteopathic Therapy is a gentle, hands-on modality that investigates mechanical disruptions to the body. Treatments examine the body as a whole unit and aim to correct both structural and functional areas of concern. The focus of a Manual Osteopathic Therapist is to support the body’s natural capability to heal, self-regulate and maintain overall health.

Manual Osteopathic College of Canada (MOCC)

Nikita Shah has been working as a Physiotherapist since 2014 in a clinical setting. She can help clients with any Joint pain, soft tissue injuries, arthritis, frozen shoulder, post surgery rehabilitation.

She has been trained and certified I IMS ( intramuscular stimulation) / Functional dry needling(trigger point release technique for chronic muscle tightness using a fine tiny needle to stimulate and release the muscle tension) , pelvic floor physiotherapy ( helping women with incontinence, prolapse, chronic pain, chronic constipation), Kinesio taping (taping for joint stabilization, taping for pregnancy SIJ pain, for diastesis recti post pregnancy), Certified GLA:D therapist ( improving quality of life with Osteoarthritis in Hip and knee with evidence research based exercise program created in Denmark) and Certified FCE therapist.

Her experience as a Physiotherapist has been a wonderful journey, nothing gives her greater happiness than watching her patients getting better and transitioning back to their normal life.

Nikita is continuing to acquire more knowledge and skills to meet the needs of her patients. She is looking forward to helping you with pain management and functional rehabilitation.

Sahil Tanna has always been passionate about the health industry and he selected physiotherapy as his profession to accomplish his priority goal in life of helping people in pain.

He was drawn to that career especially after he personally benefitted greatly from it at one point in his life.

“After being in a motorbike accident and getting help from another physiotherapist, I was already in a state of mind to consider this as my career in the health care field,” he said.

He achieved his Bachelor of Physiotherapy degree in India followed by his Exercise and Wellness Diploma in Victoria, B.C.

Sahil really enjoys the clinical side of being a physiotherapist and never wanted to just sit at a desk.

Today he says there are so many advances in his field that it keeps him on his toes to find new information and stay up-to-date.

He does that capably with an impressive continual learning program.

Already he has acquired certifications in IMS, Vestibular Assessment and Management, Functional Capacity Evaluation and Part A Lumbar Spine: Mckenzie Institute of Canada.

Currently he is also working on certification with the Fellow of Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapy – FCAMPT Level 1.

Besides his knowledge and his experience in a broad range of physiotherapy, he has interest in vestibular therapy and falls prevention.

When Sahil is not working, he loves to play competitive cricket and recreational soccer. He also loves spending quality time with his toddler.

He also dedicates time to guide international physiotherapists like himself to have a better career in Canada.