Welcome
The human body is a wonderful thing. It is carefully designed to allow us to interact with our environment. It is made up of a spine with upper limbs which allow us to manipulate things and lower limbs. This allows us to move the body from one point to another and manipulate objects
The body has over 650 muscles; they can be divided into general functions, the stabilizers and the movers. Some muscle groups hold the joints steady before the other group actually move the joint.
The joints are all designed to move in certain directions and their form depends on their function , for example the shoulder joint is able to move it all directions and so has the most mobility of all joints .
The activities that we do and the postures that we adopt will influence how we load our joints. This in turn will influence the inert and muscular structure around the joints. If these postures are allowed to continue over a long period of time they will eventually change the joint dynamics. This can lead to strains of soft tissue and uneven wear of the joints themselves.
In Bowden Physiotherapy we understand this concept and use it to treat a range of musculoskeletal injuries. Our broad aim is to restore normal movement and so relieve pain and restore function .
Our physiotherapist will assess you on your first visit and discover how we can help you. She will identify the problem area and how it is contributing to the problem. She will then look at how you are moving and how the tissue at fault is influencing your movement . We will then get rid of the pain , improve the movement of the joints at fault and then restore your movement pattern so that you can get back to normal. We also want to get you into a healthy life style. So you can eventually start a regular exercise program which suits your life style and one that you will want to continue.
‘Bridging the gap between injury and a healthy life style’
We have a team approach at Bowden Physiotherapy, we have a physiotherapist who assesses and leads the team . She will diagnose the structure at fault and explain to you how its injured and how it is affecting your movement. During treatment you will meet the physiotherapy assistant and aides who will perform any procedures recommended by the physiotherapist. These will help you to do your exercises easier and make you feel better. In the gym you will meet our personal trainers. These people are trained to look for certain competencies as you move. We spend a lot of time training our staff to understand good movement and how to help you achieve it. We start the exercises with something easy but are very strict on making sure the exercise is done exactly right. Once this is mastered, the difficulty is gradually increased. We also teach good posture and gradually improve your fitness levels.
The average treatment cycle is 6 weeks , we will plan all your appointments in advance as this helps us plan how many patients we can see . If you have any particular times you like, please discuss this with our receptionist . However if you work hard we will finish quicker. Our aim is to get you better as soon as possible with as few appointments as possible.
At the end of your treatment we will make your final appointment with our life style specialist. Her job is to reassess your condition and demonstrate to you your improvement , do a fitness test to highlight your new needs and then discuss your exercise program. She will tweak your home program and then discuss options for continuing exercise which could be a walking program, gym program or even swimming. She can direct you to classes in your area, set you up with gym memberships or places you can walk. She is full of information and will find something that suits your personality and life style.
We hope that you have a positive experience which will allow you to understand more about how your body work and how to maintain it in its optimum condition. our staff are knowledgeable and approachable and if they don’t know the answer then they know how to find out.
Bowden Physiotherapy and gym is committed to a high level of client satisfaction. Our professional team is here to provide a comprehensive physiotherapy service. Our 1700 square foot facility is situated on the main street of Bowden a small town just off the high way QE2. The facility includes a rehabilitation clinic and a commercial gym.
Our team of specialists is lead by our physiotherapist.
Bowden Physiotherapy and gym uses a team approach to musculoskeletal problems and has a high incident of excellent outcomes. Our team consists of physiotherapist, physiotherapy assistant and aide and exericse specialist .
Our fully equipped commercial gym offers a 24 hour access system. We offer special programs like weight loss, cardiac rehabilitation and prevention, strength and stability classes, learn to run class and antenatal programs. Our mission is to bridge the gap between injury and a healthy life style. By solving your musculoskeletal problems we then encourage you to get active and keep active. Investment in a healthy body and maintaining a level of fitness has been shown to improve not just the length of your life but the quality if your life.
Bowden Physiotherapy and gym would like to help you on your journey to investing in your future.
"I was given a full understanding from how I walk to what was happening that created my injury."
Tanya Rogalczyk
Our Staff
Sian Richards MCSP.BSc (PT)
Physiotherapist
licensed Physiotherapist with the Alberta College of Physical Therapists.
Laurel Reid
General Manager
Fitness leader
Physiotherapy aide
Shiennalyn Quiroz
Physiotherapy Assistant
Darryl Witcher
Exercise Specialist
Gym Manager
Carla Sparks
Receptionist
Naomi Brubaker Stoesz
Physiotherapy aide
Madeline
Physiotherapy Aide Relief
Auriel Tejas
Massage Therapist
OlsenTherapist
Cindy McAllister
Massage Therapist
The Team
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TESTIMONIALS
"Service was very good; staff excellent and pleasant." – Roy Graham
"It’s a very good to excellent & knowledgeable experience. Sian really knows her stuff & I feel very confident in her abilities." – Trudy Veldkamp
"I have only positive comments to make. All the staff are very personable, I fully recommend this place for physiotherapy treatment." – Donna McIlwain
"Overall experience is a 10- everyone has been above my expectations." – Arlene Herrick
"I was given a full understanding from how I walk to what was happening that created my injury."– Tanya Rogalczyk
"Awesome results." – Roger Bratrud
"Doing an excellent job.' – Helen Sauder
"I am very pleased to have a facility of this expertise in our rural area. The treatments and suggestions have been very helpful to the health of both my husband and me." – Sandy McCleary
"Sian and her team are indispensable in my recovery. Thanks!" – Bev Rivet
"I am recommending you to everyone. I know Sian is a true professional." – Terry Brown
"This is my first experience with Physiotherapy and although I have nothing to compare it with, I have found it very positive."
"My greatest improvements to my condition were at this facility."
"I love it, the staff is knowledgable, the place is spotless, office staff is willing to try to accommodate you. I appreciate all the hard that goes on in here. It is a huge success."
"Great physiotherapists! Very friendly and welcoming staff."
"Once I leave here I usually feel better and I find I have gotten a lot better in way less time."
"My experience has been pretty good coming to the facility. I like how I do a various number of exercises and the physio for my neck/upper back is good."
"The facility is excellent. You treat the whole person as well as the physical problem. This is a very good business for people compared to the same organ is at ions in the surrounding area. People are not just a number here, you are very good."
"I like how comfortable and welcoming the facility is."
"Everyone is so pleasant & friendly."
"I was fixed up quickly, professionally and almost permanently."
"Cool place, nice people. I wouldn't change a thing."
"I really appreciate how in depth the explanation of my injury was. Staff is comfortable to be around and professional."
"Glad I cam to the physio. It overall helped my ankle"
"Both myself and my 6 year old son have been treated here and have had a very good experience. Great with the kids."
"This is an extremely professional office. They are very accommodating and prove a comprehensive programme."
"I feel like my fitness problem was diagnosed promptly and accurately."
"Staff is very knowledgable, facility great. I always recommend this place to anyone with injuries or problems. Hope not to be back but most likely will in the future."
