3 Best Manual Osteopaths in North Vancouver, BC

"Michal Kapic uses a unique process of soft tissue manipulation that balances and realigns the body by releasing tension and strain. Due to the intensity of high-level sports, Michal contended with ongoing injuries and subsequent surgeries. He helps restore optimal functioning to bones, muscles, fascia, nerves, and organs. At Active Therapy Clinic, they view the whole picture and address the environmental, lifestyle, health, educational, and psychological aspects of their clients' concerns in North Vancouver. Their holistic approach is tailored and individualized to determine the underlying cause of your health concerns, not simply focusing on your symptoms. Their team of manual osteopaths, naturopathic doctors, registered massage therapists, certified Rolfers, acupuncturists, traditional Chinese medicine doctors, and homeopaths will get your life back on track and guide you through recovery. Michal Kapic speaks Czech and English. The team offers direct billing to selected insurance companies.

"Melita Hatton brings over 30 years of experience as a highly skilled Osteopathic Practitioner at West Coast Osteopathy & Wellness. As a trusted member of both Osteopathy BC and the General Osteopathic Council in the UK, she is recognized for her warmth, expertise, and dedication to providing comprehensive, patient-centred care. From cranial and visceral techniques to myofascial release and beyond, Melita seamlessly integrates a wide range of osteopathic approaches to tackle even the most complex cases. Her passion for new adventures saw her travel the world, working on the World Cup Luge Circuit for six seasons and providing care for top athletes at two Winter Olympic Games. She has been the Osteopathic Practitioner for many teams, including Canada, Great Britain, Italy, and the US Virgin Islands. Beyond sports, Melita has a deep dedication to supporting infants and children, utilizing her extensive Swiss postgraduate training in osteopathic paediatrics. She also excels in helping patients with chronic pain and treating those with head injuries. From newborns to seniors, her holistic approach combines a profound understanding of the body’s mechanics with an intuitive ability to listen, guiding the body toward healing and unlocking its natural capacity to restore balance and health.

"Christophe Lacour completed his five-year osteopathic program at the Collège d’Études Ostéopathiques of Montreal. Christophe is a thesis advisor and a thesis jury member for the Canadian School of Osteopathy. He continues to develop his skills through post-graduate courses such as Neurosciences Applied to Osteopathy, Mechanical Link, and courses designed to advance palpation skills essential to osteopathy. Fluid Motion Clinic of Osteopathy has been a multidisciplinary clinic serving the North Shore and the greater Vancouver area since 2008. Their goal is to offer quality osteopathic treatment and manual healthcare for people in various states of health. Their practitioners are trained to the highest professional standards to help maintain and restore optimal health. They work to effectively reduce pain and maintain proper systemic function of the body. Christophe Lacour provides healing through gentle techniques, reduces pain, and prevents injury.