Carman Wong

Carman
Wong

About me

 

Physiotherapist
BCScBiol, BCScPT, FCAMPT, CG*IMS

Carman graduated from the UBC and has been practicing physiotherapy for 20 years in the area of orthopaedics. He is a clinical instructor in the UBC Masters of Physical Therapy Program and is involved in mentorship to physiotherapists pursuing their postgraduate orthopaedic certifications.

He has attained his Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manual and Manipulative Therapists (FCAMPT) designation and has extensive experience treating spinal and peripheral joint conditions. His training in the Integrated Systems Model (ISM) and 10 years+ experience with Chan Gunn IMS needling helps identify and treat root causes of musculoskeletal/myofascial and neuropathic pain conditions respectively. He has training and experience with concussions & vestibular rehabilitation, and temporomandibular disorders (TMD).

Carman has always enjoyed an active lifestyle! He loves team sports and plays recreational ice hockey. He can be seen road cycling, and at one time even survived the North Shore Triple Crown. Carman has a Bike Fit Systems certification and integrates physiotherapy with his bike fits for injury prevention, comfort and optimal riding efficiency.

Outside the office: Carman is passionate about his sports, which include football/soccer, volleyball, tennis, golf and hockey.  His interests include travel photography, scuba diving in warmer waters and studying the Chinese language.  He has a working knowledge in Cantonese and Mandarin.  His  travel favorites include the Galapagos Islands, the Serengeti in Tanzania, and Cape Town.

Member type
Practising A
CPA Number
1902044
Home visits
Yes
Virtual Care / Telehealth
Yes
Languages
Cantonese
Mandarin
Phone
1(604)2292051
Education/Credentials
UBC Biology and Physiotherapy, FCAMPT, CGIMS needling, concussion and vestibular rehabilitation
Additional qualifications
Musculoskeletal, Clinical Specialist
Manual Therapy
Retul Bike Fitting
Certified Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation practitioner (CGIMS)
K-Taping
Exercise Rehabilitation
Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS)
Fellow of Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapy (FCAMPT)
concussions
Concussion Management
Vestibular Rehabilitation
Special areas of practice
Acupuncture
Concussion Management
Vestibular rehabilitation (dizziness/balance)
TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint)
Sports therapy
Seniors' health (gerontology)
Orthopaedics (muscles/joints)
Manual therapy
Joint replacement rehabilitation
IMS (intramuscular stimulation)
Ergonomics (functional capacity evaluations/workplace health)
Chronic pain
PABC Interest
Mentor
Personal interest
Snow sports: skiing/snowboarding/snowshoeing/sit-skiing
Private practice
Professional development
Running
Sport Physio
Tennis
Vestibular rehab
Orthopaedics
Cycling
General sports activities
Golfing
Hiking
Music