carl cachia
registered physiotherapist
BSc PT, MSc Rehab, MCI Sc Manip, FCAMT, IMS
Carl has worked as a physiotherapist for the past 20 years in several orthopaedic and sports clinics in Kingston, London (UK), Toronto, Vancouver, and Victoria. Growing up playing competitive soccer, sustaining several injuries, and receiving treatment from numerous physiotherapists is how Carl developed a passion for helping others feel, move, and perform better. His passion lies in sports injury treatment, back and neck pain, and post-surgical rehabilitation—getting people back to what they love doing the most.
carl’s education + career highlights
2004 | Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy at the University of Malta
2007 | Masters in Rehabilitation Science, Queen’s University Physiotherapy specialization in neck, back, and knee pain.
2010 | Sports Physiotherapy Fellowship, University of Western Ontario Worked with Sport doctors and Orthopedic surgeons in the rehabilitation of sports injuries.
2011 | Clinical Masters in Manipulative Therapy, University of Western Ontario Highest level of manual therapy program in Canada.
2013 | Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS), UBC. Needling techniques for diagnosis and treating myofascial pain syndromes.
2023 | Temporomandibular Disorders (TMJ) and Orofacial Pain – Evaluation and Treatment, UBC
*2014- Present | Continued Education in a number of different courses, including running analysis, management of sports injuries, Advanced Low back and neck pain treatment techniques.
carl loves coffee and ice cream; he is always happy to receive recommendations to the island’s best coffee shops and ice cream parlours!
Physiotherapist Specializations
management of athletes with concussions—
jacquie van ierrsel
Assessment and treatment of concussions in athletes, with a focus on vestibular, oculomotor, and balance testing.
program management for running injuries—chris johnson
Treatment for runners, including managing symptoms by providing a customized program to strengthen muscles important for distance running.
intramuscular stimulation techniques (ims)—dr. chan gunn
IMS is a system of assessment and treatment using fine acupuncture needles to reduce pain.
modifying workout in athletes—ryan debell
Sports-based customized rehabilitation programs to help athletes recover from their injuries.
management of the fitness athlete—
zach long, the barbell physio
Analysis of CrossFit and compound movements, with emphasis on squats, deadlifts, shoulder press, pull-ups, and cleans.
running analysis and functional assessment—james dunne
Analysis of runners, including a thorough functional assessment to improve mobility and strength.
acupuncture, level 1 and 2—acupuncture foundation of canada
Use of fine needling techniques to help with pain reduction and movement assistance.
mat pilates—balance in motion
Pilates rehabilitation focusing on core strengthening on a mat.
soft tissue release with movement—
jim bilotta
Use of soft tissue techniques to improve mobility and flexibility in muscle fascia.
functional dry needling for sports injuries—mark scapatacci
Use of advanced needling techniques to help with pain relief, range of motion, trigger point releases in specific sports injuries, and treatment of muscle and tendon injuries.
graston techniques—the graston institute
Sports-based customized rehabilitation programs to help athletes recover from their injuries.