Northern Motive Physiotherapy is a one-on-one private physiotherapy clinic that is committed to providing focused and goal-oriented physiotherapy services. Our clinic strives to collaborate with clients to set goals and expectations, and incorporates various approaches for rehabilitation, performance and pro-active health.
Born and raised in Prince George, Karissa has a passion for health and movement that originated from growing up in the dance community. At a physiotherapy session, she strives to create a client-centered experience that allows patients to ask questions and feel heard. She then utilizes a combination of targeted exercises, manual therapy and modalities to help her clients get on the road to success.
Masters of Physical Therapy / University of British Columbia
Bachelors of Health Science / Mjr Community Populations Health
IMS (Dry-Needling) / Foundations Health Education
Assessment and treatment of artistic athletes / Pivot Dancer
Level 1 Orthopaedic Manual Therapy Certification
Lower Quadrant Mulligan Training
Sophie received her Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) from the University of British Columbia. Prior to that, she competed in the pentathlon on the varsity Track and Field team at Trinity Western University. Her sports background also includes competitive volleyball, basketball, and gymnastics.
Sophie has a keen interest in athletic injuries, as well as post-operative rehabilitation, including ACL and Achilles repairs, hip, knee and ankle replacements, and bone fractures. She also has experience working with the pediatric population. Sophie is currently a Clinical Skills Assistant for the MPT program at UNBC.
With Sophie, you can expect to play an active role in your recovery, feeling listened to and understood. Your goals will be incorporated and prioritized as you work through your treatment plan. Sophie uses a combination of manual therapy, exercise prescription, and education unique to each client’s circumstances. She values the role of injury prevention, as well as the importance of lifelong physical activity for achieving the strongest version of yourself.
Master of Physical Therapy / University of British Columbia
Bachelor of Human Kinetics / Trinity Western University
Level 1 and 2 Upper Quadrant Orthopaedic Manual Therapy Certification
Your initial appointment will include a full body assessment of your mobility, strength, nervous system and functional mechanics to gain greater insight into the injury or complaint.
Following your assessment, your physiotherapist will discuss the issue and what to expect in your rehabilitation journey.
Depending on the issue, your physiotherapist may utilize hands-on techniques like joint, muscle or skin mobilization.
Dry-Needling or Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) is a technique used to disrupt small bands in muscle tissue to aid in improving body mechanics and reducing pain.
Your session will include a targeted exercise program for you to complete at home.
An acoustic wave treatment that transmits energy to an area of concern, by transmitting a peak pressure nearly 1000x greater than an ultrasound wave. ESWT can be an effective tool for jump-starting the healing process, decreasing pain, and stimulating the body to repair and regenerate tissues. Some injuries that may be appropriate for ESWT include tendonitis/tendonalgia, calcifications, bursitis, plantar fasciitis/heel spurs, carpal tunnel, De Quarvains Tenosynovitis, arthritis, tennis elbow, golfers elbow, patellar tendonitis, muscle trigger points, and more!
