Physiotherapy
Ali Mohammadi Fard has over 15 years of rehabilitation experience having worked in both acute and ambulatory settings managing a vast range of musculoskeletal, sports injuries, and neurological disorders.
He graduated from The University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences in Tehran, 2004 and explored his passion for sports physiotherapy working with the Volleyball National team B and U21 of Iran.
Having worked with elite sporting teams, Ali is now bringing the same principles and experience to ZONE 4 PHYSIO to help you achieve your goals.
His interest in integrating exercise therapy with manual techniques helps patients to get back to optimal function in a safe and efficient way. Ali is certified in dry needling.
Acupuncture
Pooneh Malaekeh is a doctor of pharmacy from Iran and a Registered Pharmacist and Registered Acupuncturist in BC. She earned her PharmD from Mashhad medical university in Iran in 2000.
After moving to Canada, she received her pharmacy license in BC and worked as a pharmacist for 10 years. While working as a pharmacist, she really enjoyed helping her patients through symptom-based approaches of treatment, but she also had a passion for holistic healing methods.
She wanted to find a way to treat patients by their body’s natural ability rather than using chemical medications. This is when she discovered the holistic approaches of traditional Chinese medicine, and she developed an interest in acupuncture as a safe and effective method for the treatment of bodily imbalances.
Thus, she decided to change her path and pursue acupuncture. When treating her patients, she uses various modalities including acupuncture, electro-acupuncture, motor point acupuncture, scalp acupuncture, auricular acupuncture, cupping, Gua sha, and acupressure. She also does facial acupuncture and facial cupping and Gua sha for facial rejuvenation.
In addition to her strong commitment to health and wellness, Pooneh enjoys painting, playing piano, baking and decorating cakes, and developing her spiritual knowledge.
Massage Therapy
Maysam is a registered massage therapist, offering massages to relieve pain and promote wellness.
Prior to this position, Maysam had nine years of rehabilitation experience as an occupational therapist in Iran. After graduating from his college in Vancouver and obtaining his therapy diploma in massage in 2018, he now shares a broader perspective with his clients to improve their health and keep the body healing.
Maysam believes that the joining of his relevant experience with his sweet demeanor will lead to high rates of client’s satisfaction and best treatment. He specializes in Swedish, Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Trigger Point and relaxation massage and also does his best to eliminate the pain in his patient`s body
Parisa is a dedicated and experienced non-registered massage therapist who graduated from Perspolis University in Tehran. With five years of professional practice in Iran, she has honed her skills in Swedish, classical and relaxation massage techniques.
Currently, she is working toward becoming a registered massage therapist in Canada. Parisa’s commitment to client well-being and her expertise make her a valuable addition to our team. We are excited to see her continued professional growth and the exceptional care she provides to our clients.
Chiropractic
Samantha earned her Doctor of Chiropractic from the University of Western States in 2018. A desire to help people and love of an active lifestyle drew her to chiropractic care. She has additional training in various areas, some of which include the McKenzie Method, Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization and BirthFit. She enjoys treating people of all ages, from all walks of life, but has a special interest in chronic low back pain and acute disc herniations.
Outside of the clinic you can find her attempting to mountain bike, hiking, reading, and hanging out with her senior dog, Spike.
Administration
Negin is a vital member of our clinic, serving as our Office Administrator and Rehab Assistant. She is a dedicated Kinesiology student with a profound commitment to her field. Having successfully completed her two-year diploma program, she is now dedicated to furthering her education and aspirations as she pursues her journey towards becoming a Kinesiologist.
Her dedication to this path is not only rooted in her academic pursuits but also driven by a deep passion for helping individuals on their healing journeys and being an integral part of their recovery process. Negin’s enthusiasm and genuine care make her a valuable member of our team, and we are excited to witness her continued growth and contributions in the field of Kinesiology.
