Book an Appointment at The Studio-Cedar - Located in Cedar
Clinical Pilates is now being offered in our Cedar location with Amy Hinton!
Clinical Pilates is a physiotherapist-led approach to movement that combines the principles of Pilates with evidence based rehabilitation. Following a comprehensive assessment, your physiotherapist will develop an individualized treatment plan tailored to your goals and needs. Sessions focus on improving strength, stability, mobility, and movement quality while supporting injury rehabilitation, injury prevention, chronic pain management, and overall physical function.
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Jennika Erickson
(She/Her/Hers)
Bsc, MPT
Jennika graduated from the University of British Columbia in 2022 with her Masters of Physical Therapy and is excited to be returning to Vancouver Island. She completed her Degree in Kinesiology at the University of Victoria in 2019 after graduating from Ladysmith Secondary School. Ladysmith was where she first found her love for the physiotherapy profession after a sports injury lead her to her first appointment and subsequent recovery.
Since then, Jennika has been volunteering and working in the health profession gaining experience with everyone from infants to seniors with varied backgrounds and injuries. One of her favourite experiences was volunteering as the head coach for a fitness group of Special Olympics athletes in Victoria. She has experience adapting programs to meet your needs, whatever your age or injury may be. She enjoys looking beyond the appointment to ensure that you are set up for success in all aspects of your life.
Jennika is committed to taking continuing education courses to ensure you are provided with the most effective and evidence based treatments. She is motivated to continue improving the lives of her patients by creating an individualized, safe, and supportive environment that meets your needs in and outside the clinic. Using a combination of education, manual therapy and a personalized exercise plan she wants to empower you, so you get back to a lifestyle and the activities you love!
During her free time, Jennika can be found enjoying the outdoors with family and friends through hiking, camping, skiing, canoeing, paddle boarding or trying something new!
Credentials: • University of British Columbia, Masters of Physical Therapy (2022) • Orthopaedic Division AIM Level 1 (2022) • University of Victoria, Bachelor of Science Kinesiology (Co-op) (2019)
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Dr. Tiffany Flynn Locke
Tiff is a chiropractor with over 13 years of experience in complex rehabilitation, treating musculoskeletal pain patterns, concussion, TMJ, vestibular, and vision-related conditions. She combines biomechanics, movement science, and nervous system regulation to help patients move better, feel balanced, and build confidence in their bodies.
Curious by nature, Tiff has a passion for helping people understand their bodies, and she brings the same enthusiasm for learning and leadership to her clinical practice. Her goal is to empower each person to take an active role in their recovery and long-term well-being.
Outside the clinic, Tiff enjoys hiking with her husband and dog, swimming, and finding inspiration in the intersections of movement, science, and human performance.
Credentials & Training
Bachelor of Arts (Honours), Psychology University of Ottawa (2007) Doctor of Chiropractic Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College CMCC (2011) Full-Body Certified in Functional Range Release (FR®) Certified in Functional Range Conditioning (FRC®) & Functional Range Assessment (FRA®) DNS Level A (Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization) Beginner & Advanced Vestibular Rehabilitation Certifications Advanced TMJ Certification Advanced Post-Concussion Training (Concussion Rehab Works, CBI Concussion Management Course) Vision Rehabilitation Coursework
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Erika Harder BScKin MPT CAFCI FCAMPT
Erika Massong has been working in the physiotherapy world for over a decade! No stranger to receiving treatment, she decided at her own physiotherapy appointment at age 13 to pursue physiotherapy as a career. Erika completed her Bachelor of Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology from Simon Fraser University with Distinction and continued into her Masters of Physical Therapy from the University of British Columbia.
A self professed ‘nerd’, Erika has continued to do postgraduate courses in acupuncture, trigger point needling, vestibular rehabilitation, myofascial release and most recently has become a fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Therapists. Erika loves a dynamic case load ranging from paediatric to geriatric patients, weekend warrior exercisers to sponsored athletes, stroke patients to post oncology. Her passion is to see you return to the type of life you want to live whether that is completing your ultramarathon or being able to finally walk around the block with your grandkids!
Erika is accepting new clients, please contact the office to book!
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Amy Hinton BSc Kin, MPT
Amy completed her Masters of Physical Therapy at the University of British Columbia and eagerly returned home to beautiful Vancouver Island to serve the local community. With a strong passion for anatomy, movement, and continuous learning, Amy was drawn to the physiotherapy profession for its dynamic problem-solving nature and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on people’s lives.
Amy’s treatment style integrates patient education, manual therapy, and individually tailored exercise programs designed to empower patients in managing their condition effectively and regain independence. Utilizing a biopsychosocial perspective, Amy considers not only the physical aspects of health but also the psychological and social factors to provide a well-rounded, multifactorial approach to rehabilitation.
Dedicated to helping individuals restore function, reduce pain, and improve their quality of life, Amy treats all musculoskeletal injuries and has a special interest in neurological rehabilitation.
Outside of the clinic, you can find Amy exploring local trails with her two dogs, running, weightlifting, or getting lost in a good book (often with a sweet treat from one of the many fantastic local bakeries in hand!)
Credentials University of British Columbia, Masters of Physical Therapy (2024) Orthopaedic Division AIM Level 1 (2024) Camosun College, Bachelor of Kinesiology (2022)
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Alison G Strom BA, R.Ac
After years of co-treating with many practitioners at Vancouver Island Physiotherapy, Alison is excited to join the team as their TCM Acupuncturist and Laser Therapist!
During her 10 successful years of teaching yoga and Pilates at her Studio, Alison became more and more curious about pain and how it manifests in the body. She added Laser to her repertoire 2018 and in 2022 Alison graduated from the Pacific Rim College and is now a Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Acupuncturist.
As a Laser Therapist, Alison works with each client and the referring practitioner to create a plan of action around your pain. She brings both compassion and joy to her practice and she loves to treat a wide variety of concerns including sports injuries, arthritis, post-oncology issues, concussions and so much more. Her ultimate goal is to help her clients effectively manage their pain and get back to doing what they love the most!
As a TCM Acupuncturist, Alison has the ability to help clients with a wide variety of health concerns, managing internal medicine and physical conditions ranging from emotional well-being and resiliency to digestion and respiratory/post-viral issues. She is particularly passionate about Women’s Health - menstrual attunement, cycle regulation, peri/menopause, and fertility. She believes that TCM can help women manage many conditions they are told are “normal” in a safe and natural way that has been used for thousands of years. If you crave an additional self-care treatment, come experience one of Alison’s coveted Accusculpt Facials. They are the perfect mix of both addressing your general health concerns and leaving your skin glowing and refreshed!
When not in the clinic, you can find Alison out for long walks with her family and pup, working out in her garden, or elbows deep in every manor of novel, manual or clinical study.
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Shayne White MPT
Hey, that guy is kind of familiar!
Shayne was a long time student volunteer at Vancouver Island Physiotherapy and is excited to be returning as the newest physiotherapist at VI Physio! Shayne started his learning here back in 2015 and developed a passion for the profession and helping others.
Originally pursuing a degree in environmental science, Shayne became more fascinated by human biology and movement and switched his focus towards physiotherapy.
Shayne recently graduated fromUBC with a Masters of Physical Therapy and is beyond excited to be back on the Island and officially joining the VI Physio team!
Shayne has 10 years experience working in the service industry and believes that building strong relationships with clients is fundamental to providing quality care.
Shayne understands that every person is unique, therefore he likes to work together with clients to develop a specific treatment plan that works for each individual.
Shayne’s ultimate goal is to help his clients get back to their favourite activities and empower their confidence in their own abilities and recovery. When not in the clinic, you can find Shayne out exploring our local trails, down at the beach, or searching for his awful tee shot on the golf course.
Stop by for an appointment so we can work together and get you feeling your best!
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