Philosophy

Shawn’s philosophy is that one should lead by example. He has always maintained a healthy lifestyle, as is evidenced by his good health and positive outlook. Shawn combines proper nutrition and exercise to maintain both his physical and mental well–being.

Area of Practice

Through both formal education and practical experience, Shawn has seen the benefits of massage therapy in healing injuries of the muscular, nervous, and circulatory systems. He has had much success in treating: whiplash, headache/migraine, back/neck pain, sprain/strain, muscle spasm, arthritis, tendonitis, sciatica, fibromyalgia, chronic pain, and stress.

Therapeutic Background

Graduating in 1997 from Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy he set up a successful practice in Summerland, BC. After being in North Vancouver for the last 19 years he has made it back to the sunny Okanagan.

Personal History

Shawn was born in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan and spent over nine years in the Canadian Forces. It was this experience that cemented his passion for travel, which has included trips across Canada, Western Europe, South America, and Indonesia. Additionally, Shawn has lived in Germany, and the West Kootenays.

Shawn loves to challenge himself in the areas of reading, personal development, sporting activities, and healthful cooking.

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Jenna offers direct billing for Pacific Blue Cross members.

Jenna has always had a passion to help others which led her to pursue a career in the health field. She began her career in 2009 after graduating from the Nursing Unit Assistant program at Okanagan College. A few years later; Jenna sustained a major knee injury and was put in an extensive rehabilitation program. The program included many massage therapy appointments and Jenna first-hand realized how beneficial and integral massage was in her rehabilitation. As a result; Jenna decided to change paths and return to school to become a Registered Massage Therapist. Jenna has seen the value in massage therapy and enjoys helping & educating her clients on their road to recovery. She strives to create optimal success in their healing process.

Areas of interest: Low back pain, neck and shoulder pain, myofascial, postural problems, deep tissue, headaches and migraines, motor vehicle accident injuries.

Education: Graduated from Vancouver College of Massage Therapy - 2016 Graduated from Okanagan College with a Nursing Unit Assistant Certificate - 2009

Previous career: Nursing Unit Assistant

Hobbies: Hiking, Biking, Cooking, Travel, Spending time with friends and Family.

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Dr. Stapleton comes from a family of medical doctors and found during his pre-med undergraduate degree that the more holistic nature of Chiropractic better suited his interests. Dr. Stapleton is a true outdoor enthusiast, being an avid snowboarder, golfer and cyclist. He has found that Chiropractic treatments mixed with healthy living can help people to stay active in all of their endeavors. Dr. Stapleton enjoys creating regimens to assist his patients in fulfilling all of their active pursuits.

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Dr. Penner respects the individual needs of each patient. His priority is focused on treating evidence-based conditions within the scope of chiropractic. He is grateful for the trust and respect gained by many other health care professionals in Kelowna and appreciates their combined efforts in treating the health care needs of mutual patients. Dr. Penner is very proud of his outstanding team of professionals in both clinic locations.

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