Heric Lopes, PT

registered physiotherapist

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Get back to what is valuable

and meaningful to YOU!

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Get back to what is valuable

and meaningful to YOU!

BOOK AN APPOINTMENT

Get back to what is valuable

and meaningful to YOU!

BOOK AN APPOINTMENT

WHICH EXPERTISE ARE YOU INTERESTED IN?

PHYSIOTHERAPY

Physiotherapy services are recommended if you are dealing with: 

  • PAIN that started after an injury
  • PAIN during movement or daily activities with no injury
  • PAIN persistent for longer than 3 months
  • Pre and post surgical procedure
  • Compromized mobility for meaningful activities
  • Motor Vehicle Accident - ICBC claims
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VESTIBULAR THERAPY

Vestibular therapy is recommended if you are experiencing one or more of the following symptoms:

  • Dizziness & Unsteadiness
  • Vertigo or spinning sensation
  • Motion sensitivity & Visual disturbances
  • Neck pain and Headaches

or you have had a concussion and is looking for

  • Concussion Care
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ABOUT the clinician

A REGISTERED
PHYSIOTHERAPIST

Physiotherapy is a regulated healthcare profession in British Columbia, therefore only qualified professionals can become registered physiotherapists and use the titles physiotherapist, physical therapist or PT.

Physiotherapists are known as the Movement Specialists. Thus, the goal of physiotherapy is to help you restore, maximize and maintain movement, promoting independence and improvement of the quality of life for all ages and abilities.

Do you want to get back to what is valuable and meaningful in your life? Heric can help you!

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  • CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
  • DIRECT BILLING
  • MSP & ICBC PROVIDER
  • FREE PARKING

19

YEARS OF HEALTH
CARE EXPERIENCE

13

YEARS IN VESTIBULAR THERAPY

9

YEARS AS A PROFESSIONAL ATHLETE

2

LOCATIONS IN GREATER VICTORIA

I CAN HELP YOU WITH DIFFERENT RESOURCES

WHAT I offer

Evidence-informed physiotherapy

is the integration of relevant, high quality clinical research with clinical expertise and with patient's values and circumstances.

Multidimensional approach

includes patient triage and incorporates a contemporary biopsychosocial understanding of pain and dizziness in order to identify modifiable and non-modifable factors associated with a person’s disorder.

Person-centred
approach

the physiotherapist is encouraged to partner with patients to co‐design and deliver the personalized high-quality care they need.

Exercise
therapy

is a critical component of physiotherapy and involves utilizing therapeutic exercise to improve mobility, strength and movement patterns to relieve symptoms and optimize function.

Psychologically informed care

addresses physical and psychosocial factors, by integrating cognitive-behavioral techniques into conventional physical therapy.

Manual
therapies

are hands-on treatments that includes spinal and extremity joint mobilization, and soft tissue and dry needling techniques that promote temporary symptoms relieve.

“An unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with, or resembling that associated with, actual or potential tissue damage.”

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The International Association for the Study of Pain
Pain Definition, 2020

“The most commonly diagnosed vestibular disorders include benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), labyrinthitis or vestibular neuritis, Ménière’s disease, and secondary endolymphatic hydrops.”

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Vestibular Disorder Association
Types of Vestibular Disorders, 2020

“A person’s report of an experience as pain should be respected.”

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The International Association for the Study of Pain
Pain Definition, 2020

“Through their life experiences, individuals learn the concept of pain.”

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The International Association for the Study of Pain
Pain Definition, 2020

FREQUENTLY

ASKED QUESTIONS

Here you find the answers for the most common questions before an appointment:

You do not need a referral to see a registered physiotherapist. However, if you have extended health care, you should check to see if they require one when submitting receipts for reimbursement.

As a registered physiotherapist in BC, my physiotherapy services are covered under extended healthcare plans (EHP) and Achieve Health accepts all the insurances.

Achieve Health offers direct billing for most insurance companies. You may want to clarify with the reception when booking your appointment.

Parking is free and plentiful at Achieve Health.

No, I am not a WorkerSafeBC provider at Achieve Health.

Yes, I am an MSP provider.

Yes, I am an ICBC provider.

I recommend wearing comfortable, loose-fitting clothes. In many cases, I’ll need to assess how you move. For example, if I were treating your knee, shorts would be preferred. Shoulder injury? A tank top or camisole helps! For sessions when you’ll be moving a lot, workout wear is your best bet.

The first visit is always an assessment. I’ll listen to your story, do my clinical exam and take time to discuss with you the best treatment options for your injury or cause of pain, or dizziness. We may have time start treatment at the same day, but generally treatment begins on your second visit.

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"Mr. Lopes is extremely knowledgeable in his field and explained in details what my problem was. He gave me homework to which I am looking forward to and I left feeling so much better than going in."

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Linda Belliveau
Patient

"My initial appointment with Heric was very thorough. He asked a lot of questions to determine my state of health and made the point of clarifying any issues. He then did a hands on assessment of my injury adding encouragement. Then I was provided with various homework exercises to complete daily in preparation for our next meeting. All in all, very impressive."

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Ian McCracken
Patient

"Heric was very helpful. He spent time to know me and help identify the cause of my concern. He explained the injury to me and the appropriate exercises required to treat it."

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Bryan Kirke
Patient

"I would certainly recommend him to anyone who may require a physiotherapist in the future."

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Linda Belliveau
Patient

"Very professional, thorough and informational. Will definitely be coming back next time I need help."

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Eva Gnech
Patient

"Knowledgeable!"

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Kathy Kegalj
Patient

"Another good meeting, and new exercises to help my legs."

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Brooke Miskow
Patient

"Heric was great and my knee feels a little better already so I am hopeful it will heal. Everyone was great at the office today. Thanks!"

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Pamela O'Keefe
Patient

"Very thorough exam and suggestions with homework. 4 exercises and suggestions for walking with a knee tensor sleeve,  exercise with elastics and how to minimize more injury by building strength in muscles. Thank you!"

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Brenda Southwood
Patient

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HERIC LOPES, BSc, BScPT

Registered Physiotherapist
Vestibular Therapist

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Vestibular Assessment

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Knowledge into Practice

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