Mitchell Rankin

James Bay

Aug 1

Registered Kinesiologist | James Bay

Areas of Expertise: Concussion, Sports Injury, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Workplace Injuries, Strength Training, Fitness Programming, Falls Prevention

Programs: Concussion

I first fell in love with kinesiology after medically retiring from Junior hockey due to multiple concussions. I had already become well-versed in personal training, however I was introduced to injury specific rehabilitation during my own struggles. I take great pride in showing how strong you truly are while taking the necessary steps to appropriately challenge your injury or condition. Although you may come in with a specific problem, my approach is to view you as a whole and give helpful, actionable suggestions to empower your relationship with physical activity. Starting out, we will work together to find a good pace, but be prepared for some helpful challenges along the way!

Concussion: Evidence based active rehabilitation programming to improve exercise tolerance, balance, and persistent concussion symptoms
Shoulder Pain: Functional assessment inclusive of range of motion and strength relative to daily demands, accessible exercise prescription for symptom improvement
Lower Back Pain: Functional assessment with additional focus on core stability and strength, accessible exercise prescription for symptom improvement
Knee Pain: Functional assessment inclusive of range of motion and strength relative to daily demands, accessible exercise prescription for symptom improvement
Falls Prevention: Evidence-based, accessible balance and strengthening for increased confidence to complete activities of daily living and decrease risk of injury due to unexpected falls.
Exercise programming: Suggestions on frequency and intensity of exercise relative to personal goals, efficient warm-up and cool-downs to manage DOMS and lift effectively
Strength Training: Review of compound lifts for inefficiencies, technique correction and safety, additional exercise prescription to address inefficiencies
- Bachelor of Kinesiology with Honours
- Acadia University Sports Injury Assessment and Management Program Graduate (now Athletic Therapy option)
- Practicing Member of British Columbia Association of Kinesiologists in Good Standing
- ICBC Affiliation
- Concussion MOOC: Prevention, Detection, Management
- WorkWell Certified FCE Assessor
- Standard First Aid - CPR/AED Level C
- Mental Health First Aid
- Functional Assessment
- Home Exercise Programming
- Fitness Prescription and Planning
- Self-release technique
- Strength and Conditioning
- Return to Sport Concussion Planning
- Personal Training
- ICBC care