We make a point of providing exceptional healthcare
Pinpoint Physiotherapy & Health has been helping Nanaimo residents recover and rehabilitate since 2014.
Multidisciplinary Care
Pinpoint is a Nanaimo physiotherapy-focused clinic located in the beautiful downtown core, staffed by a team of professionals who take the time to find the true root of your problem.
A physician’s referral is not required to access the physiotherapy and naturopathic services offered at Pinpoint.
Careful approach
We take care to restore, maintain, and maximize your overall health and well-being.
We focus on building strength, function, and movement through the rehabilitation of orthopaedic conditions, including many issues of the muscles, nerves, and bones.
Our team is skilled in many therapeutic techniques to assist and accelerate your recovery in a way that’s best for you.
Expert team
Our therapists have a broad spectrum of experience that our entire team draws upon.
The Physios at Pinpoint have all worked in the hospital setting with medical and orthopaedic patients, and are skilled at progressing you at an appropriate pace through your recovery.
Our team members continue to expand and hone their skills, and are committed to integrating current research with expertise, client values, and available resources.
Generous appointments
We believe that effective therapy is built upon a combination of expertise, care, and time.
Our generous appointment slots give you one-on-one time to voice to your concerns, check your exercises, and reassess your progress.
This approach allows your therapist to effectively and quickly progress you to the point where you no longer need our services.
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Exercise Prescription
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Intramuscular Stimulation
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Post-Surgical Rehab
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Manual Therapy
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Electrophysical Therapy
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Telehealth Physio
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Medical Acupuncture
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Shockwave Therapy
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Pelvic Floor Physio
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Naturopathic Medicine
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Advanced Injection Therapies
Introducing Our Team
Say hello to Pinpoint Physiotherapy & Health’s owner and two of our team members below. Head over to the Meet Our Team page to view bios for all of our staff.
Looking for rates? Or info about insurance coverage?
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New to physiotherapy? Wondering what you can expect?
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“I had suffered with chronic hip and lower back pain for a very long time until I started treatment with Anna. I am now pain free with a greater range of motion.”
Frequently Asked Questions
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Does my insurance cover telehealth physiotherapy?
Currently, Canada Life (Great West Life), Sunlife, Manulife, Medavie Blue Cross, Pacific Blue Cross, Green Shield Canada, and WorkSafe BC cover part, or all, of the cost of telehealth appointments. The specific amount of coverage you are entitled to will be outlined in your benefits package. We advise clients to check with your insurance provider directly, as the list is continually expanding.
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What can I expect at my first physiotherapy appointment?
On the first day we will assess your condition, educate you, and usually get started on treatment. Your assessment may include health history, evaluation of pain and movement patterns, strength, joint range of motion, reflexes, sensation, etc. Based on this assessment, your physiotherapist will establish a diagnosis and discuss your prognosis. They will work in partnership with you to develop an individualized treatment program. Expect your physiotherapist to guide you in performing therapeutic exercises in between appointments. Your progress will be monitored at follow-up visits and your physiotherapist may adjust your treatment according to changes in your body.
For more details, please see our For New Patients page.
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Is naturopathic care covered by my insurance?
It depends on your plan. Naturopathic care is covered, to a degree, by many extended health care plans. MSP does not cover naturopathic services.
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Can a Naturopathic Doctor provide medical prescriptions?
Yes! Prescribing pharmaceutical medications is within the scope of Naturopathic Doctors in BC.
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Are Status Indigenous peoples covered for physio?
Unfortunately, no. We keep looking, but so far have not found any Federal or Provincial programs we can access that provide private physiotherapy services to First Nations people. It is possible that your individual band might provide you with coverage. For us to check we would need policy information from you. This would be your insurance company (such as Blue Cross) and your policy number and identification number. Please check with your band office for this information if you don’t have it.
Often Indigenous peoples do qualify for a small discount partially funded by MSP. To check on this benefit, the reception staff requires your birthdate and your Personal Health Number (PHN) which is found on your BC Services Card (aka CareCard).
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Do I have to keep coming to physiotherapy forever?
Absolutely not! Our goal is to understand your goals, figure out everything that might be contributing to your injury, educate you and treat you appropriately, and then discharge you from care. You are certainly always allowed to come back to us, but our ultimate goal is to give you the tools to self-manage if at all possible.
Have A Question?
View our FAQs page for more answers, or contact us directly for help.
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Consider a career at Pinpoint
There are many benefits working at Pinpoint and choosing Nanaimo, BC as your home, and joining our team is sure to give you a great work/life balance.
Learn more on the careers section of this site.