Gowri Atkinson
Registered Physiotherapist, M.C.P.A.
Gowri has over 30 years’ experience working in hospitals and private practice in the United Kingdom and British Columbia. She completed her physiotherapy education in the United Kingdom and worked there for a couple of years before moving to Canada. Since moving to B.C. she has completed numerous post graduate courses in orthopaedics, orthotics, pre/post natal fitness and pelvic floor dysfunction.
She has extensive experience in orthopaedics – with sprains and strains, fractures, shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand, hip, knee, foot and ankle injuries, neck and back injuries. She is also experienced in gerontology, pelvic floor dysfunction and customized orthotics.
Gowri is very thorough, knowledgeable and Professional. She gets to the source of the problem. She checks on my homework and knows when I am naughty. Her expertise has helped me tremendously. Thank You Gowri.Andrew S.
Gowri is amazing!! I was in very rough shape after my car accident. Movement in general was very painful. My shoulders were permanently sitting one higher than the other in standing and sitting positions. Luckily this is when I found Active Living Physio. Through various methods and exercises she now has me almost completely back to 100%. I cannot thank her enough.Elias T.
The patient who sees Gowri is extremely lucky. I had neck, upper back and low back pain. She spends time explaining the exercises and the progression and also educates me on what I should and should not do. I am feeling much better now. Thank you very much for your help Gowri.Jean C.
I am almost fully recovered from my injuries due to the great treatment provided by Gowri. She is very caring, knowledgeable and professional.Ali
Gowri is very knowledgeable physiotherapist who does one on one sessions. She showed me exercises that I can do at home and after only 10 days I could see huge improvement. I never feel rushed, she truly cares about her patients. I highly recommend Gowri to everyone.Renca
Gowri saves me from back pain. I couldn’t believe that my bad back pain can be gone after 4 times visits. Thanks, Gowri!Julia
The patient who sees Gowri is extremely lucky. I had neck, upper back and low back pain. She spends time explaining the exercises and the progression and also educates me on what I should and should not do. I am feeling much better now. Thank you very much for your help Gowri.Jean Chen
Gowri explained everything to me clearly and eased my anxiety and stress level considerably following my injury. I feel so much better both mentally and physically.Estella
I could not walk more than two blocks before my hips started to hurt intensely. On my initial visit Gowri’s good nature made it easy for me to explain my predicament when she immediately became involved in my problem. After only a few visits I am now able to walk long distances. She even helped improve my posture. Thanks Gowri.Yolanda
I look after an elderly gentleman who is receiving physiotherapy from Gowri. She has given us a lot of helpful advice and guidance with regards to his home exercise program to keep my client mobile. I am recommending Gowri to anyone who needs physiotherapy.Grace – caregiver for client
I love coming to see Gowri. She is very knowledgeable and gentle. I am very satisfied with her service. Thank you Gowri.Juan
I like the one on one sessions with Gowri. She listens to my problems and addresses them to make improvements. She is friendly and easy going.Savoeun
I have severe osteoarthritis in both my knees and ankles. My mobility has greatly improved with physiotherapy and orthotics. Gowri is very professional and I highly recommend her services.Chris
Gowri is very efficient, very professional and honest. She cares for her patients. We strongly recommend seeking her professional expertise.Anisa and Minaz
I like the one on one treatment and I don’t feel rushed. Plus I have a great physiotherapist.Elizabeth
Gowri was the perfect match to help with my recent concussion from boxing. Her clinic was in the privacy of her own home which made me feel very comfortable. She helped me understand what was going on with my injury. She is patient and thorough. She customized my recovery program based on my injury/needs. She gave me confidence that I would be back to my normal self.Wayne
I suffered from severe arthritis in my hands. Gowri was so kind and caring. With her extensive knowledge of physiotherapy she provided me with a variety of exercises and treatment that gave me relief and improved the mobility in my hands. Her passion for physiotherapy and respect for patients is evident.Ron
After 2 months following a radical prostatectomy, I was incontinent to the point where it affected my active lifestyle. I sought out physiotherapy to help me with pelvic floor strengthening and bladder control. My urologist said that 6-12 months was the normal range to get past the incontinence. However, after several sessions with Gowri and a regular exercise program over a 2 month period, I am under control 99% of the time. Gowri handled the personal nature of the therapy with dignity and professionalism.Peter