Body Works Sports Physiotherapy

Body Works Sports Physiotherapy Sports Physiotherapy clinic North Vancouver. We will help you get your body moving again! Come visit us and we'll help get your body working!

Body Works Sports Physiotherapy is a small and intimate physiotherapy clinic located in North Vancouver. Our team provides comprehensive assessment and treatment of all types of injuries to keep your body working to its best ability. With highly specialized training and numerous years of experience, our therapists offer unsurpassed excellence in assessment, treatment and a passion for helping you

to get your body moving better. We also focus on your specific needs as a client, with dedicated one-on-one treatment for your entire appointment.

09/05/2026

Feeling tight, stiff, or like your muscles just won’t let go?

You don’t have to simply put up with it.

IMS (Intramuscular Stimulation), also known as dry needling, is one technique we may use to help release tight, sensitive muscles and reduce pain.

IMS uses a fine needle to stimulate specific muscles that may be contributing to your symptoms.

The goal is simple:

Less pain.
Less tightness.
Better movement.

But IMS is only one part of the picture.

We start by assessing how you move, what is causing your symptoms, and what is keeping you from doing the things you love.

Then we build a treatment plan to help you move better and get back to doing what matters to you.

In this video, Dana Ranahan, Sports Physiotherapist in North Vancouver, demonstrates IMS on the lower back.

If pain or tightness is holding you back, we’re here to help.

👉 Book an assessment with us and let’s figure out how we can help you feel better, move better, and get back to what you love doing.

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A little goodbye to our wonderful clinic admin, FG! 💛We’re so grateful for all the care, kindness, and support you’ve br...
09/04/2026

A little goodbye to our wonderful clinic admin, FG! 💛

We’re so grateful for all the care, kindness, and support you’ve brought to our clinic. While we’ll miss having you around, we’re so excited for you as you move away to complete your final year of university! 🎓✨

Wishing you all the best in this next chapter, FG — you’ve got this! 🧡

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☀️ Don’t let pain or stiffness get in the way of your long weekend!We’re in the clinic all day today, Friday and have a ...
09/04/2026

☀️ Don’t let pain or stiffness get in the way of your long weekend!

We’re in the clinic all day today, Friday and have a few last-minute appointments available to help you feel better and move better before the Labour Day long weekend. 🙌

Whether it’s a sore back, achy knee, tight shoulder, nagging sports injury, or something that’s been bothering you for a while — now is a great time to get it checked out.

🏃‍♀️ Heading out for a hike?
🚴 Going for a bike ride?
⛳ Hitting the golf course?
🥾 Planning a weekend of outdoor activities?

Don’t wait until Tuesday if you can get moving comfortably before the weekend!

📅 Book your last-minute physiotherapy appointment today and give yourself the best chance to enjoy the long weekend pain-free.

We’ll be closed Monday for Labour Day and reopen Tuesday, September 8.

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North Vancouver

Happy Labour Day weekend — stay active, stay safe, and enjoy the sunshine! ☀️


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09/03/2026

👍 Thumb pain? Try this simple exercise!

Dana Ranahan, Sports Physiotherapist at Body Works Sports Physiotherapy in North Vancouver, demonstrates this simple exercise and explains the mechanics of the thumb and how they can contribute to pain and overload.

The first carpometacarpal (CMC) joint at the base of the thumb is a common area for arthritic changes. The way we use our thumb during gripping and pinching can influence how much stress and load is placed through this joint.

In this video, Dana demonstrates how thumb mechanics during gripping and pinching can create increased load through the CMC joint, potentially contributing to pain and irritation over time.

She then demonstrates a simple supported C-grip exercise to help improve the mechanics of the thumb and hand while strengthening your grip.

The goal? 💪
Build strength while improving how you distribute load through the thumb—rather than continually overloading a painful joint.

If you’re experiencing:
✔️ Thumb pain
✔️ CMC joint arthritis
✔️ Pain with gripping or pinching
✔️ Thumb weakness
✔️ Reduced grip strength

A physiotherapy assessment can help determine what may be contributing to your symptoms and which exercises are appropriate for you.

📍 Body Works Sports Physiotherapy | North Vancouver, BC
👩‍⚕️ Dana Ranahan, Sports Physiotherapist

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09/02/2026

🌿 Garden smarter, not harder! 🌞

Gardening is a great way to stay active this summer, but repetitive movements, awkward positions, and heavy lifting can leave your muscles and joints feeling sore. Try these 7 tips for more comfortable, pain-free gardening:

1️⃣ Stretch & warm up — Get your body moving before you start digging, raking, or planting.

2️⃣ Maintain good posture — Keep your back in a comfortable, neutral position while raking, hoeing, and weeding.

3️⃣ Protect your knees — Use a low stool, bend through your knees, and consider knee pads when working close to the ground.

4️⃣ Turn your whole body — Move your feet and entire body together instead of twisting through your back.

5️⃣ Lift with your legs — Bend at your knees when lifting, rather than bending at your waist.

6️⃣ Take regular breaks — Give your body a chance to recover every 15–20 minutes.

7️⃣ Don’t push through pain — If your muscles feel tired or sore, stop, rest, and give your body a break. Pain is a signal worth listening to!

🌱 Still dealing with aches or pain? Physiotherapy can help identify the cause of your discomfort, improve strength and mobility, and teach you strategies to move more comfortably — so you can get back to doing the activities you love.

📍 BodyWorks Sports Physiotherapy | North Vancouver

Garden this summer with less strain and more enjoyment! 🧡

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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Another amazing review for Dalen!His knowledge, professionalism, and commitment to providing outstanding care ...
08/31/2026

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Another amazing review for Dalen!

His knowledge, professionalism, and commitment to providing outstanding care never go unnoticed. We’re so grateful for the kind words and for everyone who trusts the Bodyworks team with their care.

Way to go, Dalen! 👏



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08/29/2026

Stay strong!!! Good alignment is the foundation of a strong, functional squat! 💪

I’m Dana Ranahan, Sports Physiotherapist and owner of Body Works Sports Physiotherapy in North Vancouver. In this reel, I’m demonstrating how to find good posture and alignment before you squat—and how to maintain that alignment throughout the movement.

A strong, well-controlled squat is an important part of training for running, hiking and everyday activities. 🏃‍♀️⛰️

Think about how often you use this movement:
⬆️ Going up and down stairs
🚗 Getting in and out of your car
🪑 Getting in and out of a chair
⛰️ Hiking up and down mountain trails
🏃‍♀️ Building strength for running

The goal isn’t simply to squat deeper—it’s to develop strength, control and efficient movement mechanics so you can move well and keep doing the activities you love.

If you’re experiencing pain, weakness or difficulty with squatting, running or hiking, a physiotherapy assessment can help identify what may be limiting your movement.

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🏊 Swimmer’s shoulder: Is your shoulder trying to tell you something?Pain during your stroke isn't something you necessar...
08/28/2026

🏊 Swimmer’s shoulder: Is your shoulder trying to tell you something?

Pain during your stroke isn't something you necessarily have to “swim through.”

Swimmer’s shoulder is commonly associated with the repetitive overhead movements involved in swimming. If you're noticing any of these signs, it may be time to pay attention:

🔹 Shoulder pain during or after swimming
🔹 Pain when reaching overhead
🔹 Shoulder weakness or fatigue
🔹 Reduced range of motion or stiffness
🔹 Aching that lingers after your swim
🔹 Clicking or discomfort with certain movements

The good news? Physiotherapy can help. 🙌

A physiotherapist can assess your shoulder mobility, strength, technique, and overall training load to help identify what may be contributing to your symptoms. Treatment may include targeted exercises, mobility work, strength training, and guidance on safely returning to your sport.

Whether you're swimming laps at the pool or enjoying the water this summer, don't let shoulder pain keep you out of it. 🏊‍♀️☀️

📍 BodyWorks Sports Physiotherapy | North Vancouver

Let's keep you moving, swimming, and doing what you love.

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☀️ Hot summer days + outdoor activity can mean more sweating—and sometimes more muscle cramps.Whether you’re hiking, run...
08/26/2026

☀️ Hot summer days + outdoor activity can mean more sweating—and sometimes more muscle cramps.

Whether you’re hiking, running, cycling, or playing sports, sweating can lead to fluid and electrolyte losses that may contribute to cramping, especially during long or intense exercise.

💧 Support hydration by:
✔️ Drinking fluids regularly throughout the day
✔️ Hydrating before, during, and after exercise
✔️ Considering electrolytes during prolonged or very sweaty workouts
✔️ Adjusting your intake to your activity level, weather, and individual needs

🦵 But cramps aren’t always caused by dehydration. Muscle fatigue, training changes, weakness, reduced mobility, medications, and other factors can also play a role.

💪 At BodyWorks Sports Physiotherapy – North Vancouver, we can assess strength, mobility, training load, movement patterns, and other factors contributing to recurring cramps—and create an individualized plan to help you keep moving comfortably.

☀️ Stay active, hydrate, recover, and listen to your body!

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⭐ Is Your Child Ready for Fall Sports?Going from a relaxed summer routine to regular soccer, hockey, basketball, volleyb...
08/25/2026

⭐ Is Your Child Ready for Fall Sports?

Going from a relaxed summer routine to regular soccer, hockey, basketball, volleyball, or other sports can be a big change for a young athlete.

The biggest mistake? Going from 0 → 100. 🚨

A sudden increase in training can lead to excessive soreness, fatigue, or overuse injuries.

💪 Help your child ease into the season:

1️⃣ Increase training gradually
Build up frequency, duration, and intensity over time. However, in some cases, athletes may need to return to play relatively quickly, so the goal should be to support a safe, progressive return wherever the schedule allows.

2️⃣ Prepare the body
Use the weeks before the season to work on strength, endurance, mobility, and sport-specific movements. Cross-training involves combining sport-specific training with muscle conditioning, swimming, or other methods and can help young athletes develop different skills, movement patterns, and strength. Don't forget to check their equipment before the season starts - make sure cleats and other footwear, etc. are the correct size and is still appropriate for them.

3️⃣ Don’t ignore pain or fatigue
Soreness is common, but persistent or worsening pain is a sign to slow down and get assessed. A pre-season check is always recommended to assess the whole body and identify potential areas of weakness/tightness, as well as future injury risk related to this.

At BodyWorks Sports Physiotherapy – North Vancouver, we can help young athletes prepare for the demands of their upcoming season and build a plan for a strong, confident return to sport.

🍂 Don’t wait for the first injury to start preparing.

📍 BodyWorks Sports Physiotherapy – North Vancouver

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