Jake Lussier

PHYSIOTHERAPIST
MPT, IMS, CCM

Jake is a fully certified Physiotherapist who obtained a Master’s of Science Degree from McGill University in 2015. Jake then studied at the Evidence in Motion Institute of Health Professionals in the United States where he completed his diploma of Musculoskeletal Management in 2017. These post-graduate programs played an integral role in accelerating Jake’s knowledge, clinical skills, and provided a strong foundation for his clinical practice.

Jake was born in Nanaimo in 1986 and has spent most of his life growing up in the Harbor City. As a youth Jake was heavily involved athletics including; Lacrosse, Rugby, Football, track and field, boxing, wrestling, and primarily hockey. Jake graduated from Dover Bay Secondary in 2004 and then worked full time for 3 years in the construction industry operating heavy machinery and managing gravel pits. Jake’s educational/professional background has covered the full spectrum ranging high performance athletes to the geriatric setting and everything else in between. 

Jake utilizes a diverse skill-set in the treatment of neuro-musculoskeletal conditions with a strong focus on evidence based practice in the clinical science of Physiotherapy.

Treatments May Include

  • Intramuscular Stimulation/Dry Needling (IMS) 
  • Spinal & Extremity Manipulation 
  • Spinal & Extremity Mobilization
  • Soft tissue manual therapy 
  • Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation 
  • Home Exercise Programs 
  • K-Taping 
  • Therapeutic Modalities (TENS, Electro-Muscular Stimulation, Ultrasound) 
  • Custom Orthotics & Gait Analysis (Footmaxx) 
  • Mackenzie Spine Institute Rehab 
  • Complete Concussion Management 
  • Pain Neuroscience Education

Education

  • MCGILL UNIVERSITY:
    Masters of Physical Therapy – Class of 2015
  • VANCOUVER ISLAND UNIVERSITY:
    Bachelor of Arts – Major in Sport, Health, and Physical Education – DeansList – Class of 2011
  • DOVER BAY SECONDARY SCHOOL:
    Honor Role – Class of 2004
  • ATHOL MURRAY COLLEGE OF NOTRE DAME:
    Honor Role – 2000/2001

Certifications & Training

  • Masters of Science Physical Therapy – 2015, McGill University
  • Doctorate of Musculoskeletal Management (Non Academic US-tDPT) – 2017
  • Optimal loading for Achilles tendon rupture and tendinopathy – Dr Karin Grävare Silbernagel (Physio Network), Dec 2024
  • Femoralacetabular Impingement Syndrome (FAIS) – Dr Joanne Kemp, Dec 2024
  • Assessing and Managing Radicular Pain – Physio Network,Nov 2024
  • Exercise Prescription in Sports Rehab – Dr Teddy Willsey, Nov 2024
  • Physical Management of Headache – Toby Hall, 2024
  • Manual therapy in the 21st Century – Dr Mark Bishop, 2024
  • The Sporting Shoulder – Dr Rod Whitely, 2024
  • Complete Concussion Management Re-Certification – November 2023
  • Restoring Load Capacity in the Injured Runner – Dr Rich Willy, 2023
  • Patellofemoral Pain – Dr Clare Patella, 2023
  • Complete Concussion Management Re-Certification – November 2021
  • Introduction to Vestibular Rehabilitation  (Bernard Tonks) – June 2020
  • Complete Concussion Management Re-Certification – November 2019
  • Shockwave Therapy Workshop (BTL) – November 2019
  • Manual Therapy Management of the Cervical Spine – Institute of Clinical Excellence – September 2019
  • Concussion Rehab Works – Level 1, Shannon McGuire – November 2018
  • Explain Pain – NOI Group – Novemeber 2018
  • Complete Concussion Management Re-Certification – November 2017
  • Dr. Jill Cook Tendon Symposium Master-Class Level 2 (UBC) – August 2017
  • Dr. Jill Cook Tendon Symposium Master-Class Level 1 (UBC) – August 2017
  • Management of Upper Extremity Disorders, Evidence in Motion Health Institute – March-April 2017
  • Management of Cervico-Thoracic Disorders, Evidence in Motion Health Institute – January-February 2017
  • Essentials of Musculoskeletal Imaging and Radiography, Evidence in Motion Health Institute – January-February 2017
  • Essentials of Pharmacology and Clinical Lab Tests, Evidence in Motion Health Institute – November-December 2016
  • Essentials of Medical Screening, Evidence in Motion Health Institute – September-October 2016
  • IASTM Masters Certification, M2T Blade – October 2016
  • Management of Lower Extremity Disorders, Evidence in Motion Health Institute – September-October 2016
  • Lumbopelvic Management, Evidence in Motion Health Institute – July-August 2016
  • Evidence-Based Practice, Evidence in Motion Health Institute – July 2016
  • Certified Practitioner Gunn IMS: LearnIMS – October 2015
  • Orthotic Group: Custom Orthotic Fitting – Vancouver BC – October 2015
  • Orthotic Group: Gait Analysis – Vancouver BC – October 2015
  • Level 1 Certification Upper and Lower Quadrant: Orthopedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association – March 2015
  • Concussion Specialist: Complete Concussion Management – August 2014
  • National Strength & Conditioning Association: Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist – October 2010
  • The Lumbar Spine Mechanical Diagnosis & Therapy ®, McKenzie Institute Canada – February 2016
  • K-Taping Pro Certification, K-Taping International Academy – February 2016
  • Lyn Watson Level I Shoulder Physiotherapy Course – April 2016
  • Lyn Watson Level II Shoulder Physiotherapy Course – April 2016
  • M2T Blade, Foundations of Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) – May 2016
  • New Trends in the Prevention of Running Injuries, The Running Clinic – May 2016

Professional Affiliations

  • Advanced Health + Sports Clinic: Clinic Director and Physiotherapist (Feb 2018 – present)
  • Vancouver Island University Mariners – Men’s Hockey: Assistant Coach & Physiotherapist (2017-18 + 2018-19)
  • British Columbia College of Physical Therapists (2015 – present)
  • British Columbia Association of Physical Therapy (2014 – present)
  • Canadian Physiotherapy Association (2012 – present)
  • Orthopedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association (2012 – present) 
  • Complete Concussion Management: Nanaimo Practitioner (2014 – present)
  • North Island Silvertips: Team Physiotherapist (2015-present)
  • Nanaimo Buccaneers Junior B Hockey Club: Team Physiotherapist (2015-2016)
  • North Island Silvertips: Strength and Conditioning Coach (2011-2012)
  • Nanaimo Bantam AAA Clippers: Assistant Coach (2010-2011)

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