Performance Health Group

I just came out of a massage with Cynthia Mistal, RMT. I’ve been to a lot of massage therapists in the Greater Vancouver Area and honestly that was one of the best massages I’ve had. She was very professional, and not chatty during the massage (which I like). Aromatherapy was great and the pressure was deep enough for me.
Also appreciate the little things, like she sets up a towel/​bathmat for when you get off the bed — I usually hate having to step on cold & dirty floor after — so that was very considerate. This time she gave me a handmade soap (made by her) for the holidays (and it smells so good)!
Can’t wait for my next appointment.

The chiropractor I swear by is located in Burnaby. I’ve been seeing him for over 7 years. He, along with his team of staff, has been attentive, consistent, and caring throughout the years. After I found out I would be working in downtown I had no choice but to find someone new, close to my work. I can’t torture myself by going through the commute from getting off work in downtown, train to Burnaby, then train & bus home. The trip adds up to about an hour and half.
One day I came across Georgia D.‘s review and booked an appointment with Dr. Anthony McDougall right away. He was patient, friendly, approachable. During the consultation I was nervous because my expectations were so high. After Dr. McDougall «checked me out» by doing different strength tests and mobility tests, he proceeded to «feeling/​touching» my muscles along my spine and neck to sense tension. There were spots that when he pressed against my skin, I felt immediate pain but I didn’t express it. However, somehow he knows. He would verbally confirm by saying ‚“this part hurts right?” I would nod. After «feeling» out the problem areas he proceed with my first adjustment.
He started with my hip, then moved upwards to mid-​back, and finished off with my neck. I was blown away by the amount of pressure and his techniques. He made me feel he understood me, and he understood my pain, and that I will be well looked after under his care. I was so happy after my adjustment I couldn’t wipe that stupid smile off my face. I felt «aligned» like how I always felt with my chiropractor from Burnaby. Dr. McDougall met and exceeded my high expectations. He is truly what a good chiropractor should be — knowledgeable and experienced.
I waited after my second adjustment with Dr. McDougall to write this review because I want to make sure this is not a «love at first sight» experience. My second adjustment was as good as the first time.
My only problem with this clinic is that the receptionist, Michelle, is not the friendliest.
After a few treatments I still find my chiropractor in Burnaby unbeatable.

I have been seeing chiropractors for over 20 years, and I think that I have finally found one that is a true representation of what a chiropractor should be. Dr. Tony McDougall is an experienced practitioner, and is very knowledgeable and professional. He takes his time to conduct a thorough history of his patients, he analyzes your mobility and balance, explains his recommended course of treatment, and then takes his time to ensure that you are comfortable before he begins. When I first saw him, my body felt so out of balance, I didn’t even know how to explain it. I can’t tell you how much relief I felt after just one visit. But he also didn’t overdo it … he seemed to understand just how much of an adjustment that I could handle in one visit. It’s amazing how much better I feel after just a few appointments. He has an impressive professional track record and he really knows his craft. I would highly recommend him for anyone that’s looking for an excellent chiropractor, or for someone that wants to try this type of therapy for a first time.

Started going to Performance Health Group when I took up running. I was referred to Dr. Nielsen from the posse on Twitter — everyone said he was the best.
Dr. Nielsen is lovely, smart as hell, really good at what he does and by far the best chiro I’ve ever been to. Love that he’s athletic and takes care of his body too. I went to him a few months for ART and eventually phased out because I met a physio at another clinic.
I went to Dr. Suchdev a few times and didn’t particularly like his style. Didn’t see the results that that I saw with Dr. Nielsen.
Cynthia Mistal (PHG’s massage therapist) is absolutely fantastic and I’ve been consistently going to her for the last year. She’s warm, down to earth and can rock out a great therapeutic massage. You can book online and she mainly has regulars.
The only odd thing about the clinic is that it’s always dead. No one in there and not busy like most great clinics. Not sure if it’s because of practitioner availability or it’s because of lack of patients. It’s just oddly quiet.
Highly recommend Dr. Nielsen for ART and Cynthia for massage.

I have gone to chiropractors on and off for over 20 years for the injuries from marathon running, military parachuting and kick-​boxing. Often it is «Crack your back, see you Jack.» This time, though, Dr. Paul Fleming took the time to ask me questions and describe actually what was going on with my hip, back and shoulder blade. The whole session ran about 45 minutes and the pain and numbness has been gone all day! Awesome. Worth every cent.

I’ve been going to Performance Health Group for a few months now and see Dr. Nielsen. I really couldn’t be more satisfied with my experience so far.
I had a tough injury to deal with and through ART sessions with him I’m actually seeing improvement which is amazing to me because I didn’t think I could get better without drastic surgeries. I am very happy to see the improvements I have thus far. I’ve still got a long road ahead of me, but I’m so happy to be having treatments that actually work!
Dr. Nielsen is very kind and a pleasure to work with. I’m always cautious of people working on me with a condition so complex, but he knew just what to do and how to handle my injured areas. He’s very knowledgeable and very personable to boot. I feel like I’m in very good hands with him.
Though you always wish you met good people under better circumstances, I look forward to future treatments here!