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

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Shayne Alyward

Physical Therapist

Meet Shayne
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Leigh Wilcox

Physical Therapist

Meet Leigh

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“I give Joe Box 5 stars. He is an excellent physiotherapist.”

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Is acupuncture effective?

    Yes. Research has shown acupuncture’s effectiveness in treating sports injuries, pain management, migraines, arthritis and other conditions.

  • When do I pay for treatments?

    The time of payment depends on the source of your funding.

    • if there is a cost borne by you it is usually due the same day as the appointment
    • we offer direct billing to 3rd-party insurers, so feel free to call the clinic at 250.591.3730 if you have further questions'
    • if, for example, you have a lawyer covering the cost of treatment, you may not be required to pay at all

  • Does insurance cover physiotherapy treatments?

    Even though this is a common question, there isn’t a single answer. All insurance plans are different:

    • some extended health plans offer 100% coverage and unlimited sessions
    • other health plans give a set dollar amount to “spend” on physiotherapy each year
    • in general, it’s common for plans to cover $300 – $500 annually
    • we offer direct billing to 3rd-party insurers, so feel free to call the clinic at 250.591.3730 if you have further questions

    Remember, each plan varies. Some may require a Doctor’s referral or have other specific requirements, so it’s important that you get the details from your provider.

  • What areas does Pinpoint Physiotherapy service?

    Our convenient downtown Nanaimo location (161 Selby Street) allows us to service clients from all across Vancouver Island, the Lower Mainland, and the surrounding Gulf Islands. Many of our clients reside in Nanaimo (or surrounding regions such as Cedar, Lantzville, and Nanoose Bay), though we often see clients travel from Duncan, Parksville, Courtenay, Campbell River, and even Gabriola Island and Protection Island for our services.

    With our Telehealth Virtual Physiotherapy service, we can also remotely work with clients across British Columbia.

  • What techniques do physiotherapists use?

    Your treatment plan will usually involve education, exercise, and manual therapy components. Depending on your condition, this may include joint mobilization, manual therapy, massage, work hardening, pain reduction techniques, acupuncture or dry needling, modalities, shockwave, and general fitness guidance.

  • What payment methods do you accept?

    Pinpoint Physiotherapy accepts the following types of payment:

    • Visa
    • MasterCard
    • Debit
    • Cash
    • Cheque (returned cheques subject to NSF charge)
    • Direct billing of many Law Offices
    • Direct billing of most extended medical plans (including Manulife, Greenshield, Sun Life, Medavie Blue Cross, etc.)

Have A Question?

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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Box Physiotherapist Corp. Operating as Pinpoint Physiotherapy & Health

Pinpoint Physiotherapy & Health is independently owned and operated by Box Physiotherapist Corp., a business with its principal office in British Columbia, Canada. Box Physiotherapist Corp. is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with Pinpoint Health Group Ltd. or any of its affiliates. Any references to services on this website relate solely to the clinic locations that Box Physiotherapist Corp. directly owns and operates.

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