Matthew Lacasse
Physiotherapist | Commercial Drive, Vancouver
Areas of Expertise: Running injuries, Concussion, Vestibular/Vertigo, Spinal Pain, Osteoarthritis, Chronic Pain, Tendons, Post-surgical
Programs: Concussion
I have been practicing physiotherapy since 2018 and continue to be inspired by the adaptability and resilience of the human body. I use an evidence-based and goal-oriented treatment approach including education, exercise, manual therapy, dry needling (IMS), and coaching. I love learning about my patients' "life stories" and what makes them tick to treat them as people rather than injuries.
As an avid runner, I've naturally gravitated towards supporting individuals to reach their running goals – whatever they may be. During a two-year hiatus from running following multiple foot surgeries in 2023, I dedicated myself to becoming a "running nerd" by diving into courses on running-related injuries and performance coaching. I love treating runners because I understand firsthand the important role it can play in a person's quality of life and wellbeing.
My other clinical areas of expertise include persistent/chronic pain, concussions, and vestibular rehab. I stay up to date on emerging evidence surrounding pain science, manual therapy, motivational interviewing, and behavioural coaching to provide my patients with the highest quality of care.
Outside the clinic walls, I enjoy playing soccer and tennis, running, disc golfing, surfing, and walking my corgi, Leonard. I'm also a big bookworm and passionate meditator. My happy place is on Keats Island with friends and family.
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Runners: return to running with pain or injury, performance coaching
Concussion: managing post-concussion symptoms; headaches, dizziness, nausea and exercise intolerance
Vestibular/Vertigo: treating persistent dizziness, nausea, balance deficits and BPPV
Spinal Pain: treating acute neck/back injuries, pain and sciatica
Osteoarthritis: return to activity in hip and knee osteoarthritis
Chronic Pain: managing persistent neck, low back and nerve pain
Tendons: treating tendinopathies of the shoulder, elbow, hip and foot/ankle
Post-Surgical: return to function after hip, knee and foot/ankle surgeries
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Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS)
Concussion Therapy
Vestibular Therapy
Manual Therapy
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McGill University - BSc. Anatomy and Cell Biology 2013
Robert Gordon University - MSc. Physiotherapy 2017
Foundations Health Education - IMS 2019
Evidence in Motion - Manual Therapy Certification 2025
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Call: (604) 258 9186
Email: info@talltreehealth.ca
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