Ben Franz

PHYSIOTHERAPIST
MPT, BKin (HONS)

Ben worked as a kinesiologist in the communities of the Fraser Valley before going on to complete his Masters of Physical therapy at UBC in 2025. Ben has taken an interest in working with conditions like sports-based injuries, lymphedema, chronic pain, and concussions with recently completing the Complete Concussion Management course. Ben‘s treatment philosophy includes using manual therapy, targeted physical rehabilitation programs, and pain science to create a holistic treatment plan.

Outside of clinic time, Ben enjoys going out for hikes, participating in any and all local sports, and weight training.

Education

Certifications & Training

  • Shockwave Therapy Workshop (BTL) – November 2019
  • The Shoulder: Complex doesn’t have to be Complicated with Adam Meakins – March 2019
  • 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
  • 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
  • Lyn Watson Level I Shoulder Physiotherapy Course – April 2016
  • Lyn Watson Level II Shoulder Physiotherapy Course – April 2016
  • The Lumbar Spine Mechanical Diagnosis & Therapy ®, McKenzie Institute Canada – February 2016
  • K-Taping Pro Certification, K-Taping International Academy – February 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

Professional Affiliations

  • Advanced Health & Sports Clinic: Physiotherapist
  • British Columbia College of Physical Therapists: Professional Member
  • British Columbia Association of Physical Therapy: Professional Member
  • Canadian Physiotherapy Association: Professional Member
  • Orthopedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association: Professional Member
  • Complete Concussion Management: Nanaimo Practitioner 
  • Vancouver Island Seals – AAA Female Hockey: Team Physiotherapist (2015-present)
  • Action Sport Physio Clinic: Physiotherapy Assistant (2013)
  • McGill Sports Medicine Clinic: Athletic Therapy Assistant (2012)
  • Scandinavian Spa in Old Port of Montreal: Certified Massage Therapist (2011-2014)
  • McGill University Marlets Female Hockey Team: Assistant Physiotherapist (2012-2013)
  • Trevor Williams Basketball Academy: Student Athletic Therapist (2011)
  • Club Sportive MAA: Student Athletic Therapist Assistant (2010)
  • Dawson College Blues Female Hockey Team: Student Athletic Therapist (2009-2010)

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