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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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.

Meet the Owner

Joe Box

Physical Therapist

Meet Joe
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Lisa Purzner

Physical Therapist

Meet Lisa
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Leigh Wilcox

Physical Therapist

Meet Leigh

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New to physiotherapy? Wondering what you can expect?

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“Always great service and accommodating, especially when I do something really dumb and mess myself up.”

Review for Joe Box by Kane S.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What should I wear to my appointment?

    Wear something that provides us with easy access to the part of your body that you want help with. Your safest bet is to bring a loose pair of shorts (and ladies should bring a tank-top that shows off the shoulder blade area), no matter what you are being seen for. We have spare shorts and T-shirts for people who forget, but we can’t guarantee that you will like the colour!

  • What is the goal of physiotherapy?

    A physiotherapist’s goal is to restore, maintain and maximize your strength, function, movement and overall well-being. We understand that everyone has different objectives. The demands on your body differ greatly depending on whether you work a heavy job, or have a baby, or run marathons, or all three! We will help you set and achieve appropriate end-points based on your injury and interests.

  • Can a Naturopathic Doctor provide medical prescriptions?

    Yes! Prescribing pharmaceutical medications is within the scope of Naturopathic Doctors in BC.

  • Can anyone call themselves a Naturopathic Doctor?

    No. In British Columbia, the term Naturopathic Doctor is a regulated title. In order for someone to state that they are a Naturopathic Doctor or Naturopathic Physician in BC they must:

    • Have a minimum of 3 years of pre-medical schooling with appropriate prerequisites
    • Complete a 4-year doctorate degree, including a 1-year clinical residency, and attain a Doctor of Naturopathy
    • Successfully complete two national board examinations (NPLEX), as well as provincial board examinations
    • Stay up to date with medical standards through Continued Education requirements

  • Are physiotherapy treatments taxable?

    No, physiotherapy services in BC are not subject to GST or PST.

  • Do I need a referral to see a physiotherapist?

    No. A doctor’s referral is not required to see a physical therapist in British Columbia. You may need a doctor’s referral to claim physiotherapy expenses on your extended benefits. Please check with your provider.

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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.

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