Our Philosophy
PlayWorks Physio is the newest paediatric physiotherapy clinic in the Tri-Cities.
We offer engaging, individualized treatment for kids aged 0-18 years. Our main priority is to help kids and teens reach their physical goals while having FUN! Kids’ bodies are different than adults and their pain and injuries also differ.
Our physiotherapists are in tune with the pediatric population and know how to get their bodies functioning properly again while making the treatment enjoyable! Our clinic has kid and teen specific equipment to optimize treatment and keep sessions exciting.
Our Treatment Team
Maegan Mak • BSc., BKin, MPT
Owner • Physiotherapist
Playworks Physiotherapy. Because Play, Works.Maegan has over 8 years’ experience working in rehabilitation and health care throughout greater Vancouver. Her last 4 years were spent working as a paediatric physiotherapist in a private clinic. During her tenure, Maegan gained strong experience with kids between the ages of 0 – 18 and found a way to translate what is typically viewed as a mechanical process into something that kids enjoy. She is a strong advocate that physiotherapy can be fun in addition to being functional. Maegan found her passion in pediatric physiotherapy and was inspired to open a clinic to provide exemplary service to children and families in the Tri-Cities area. Maegan is a strong advocate for continuous education pushing the boundaries of creativity and innovation with a goal of maximizing client care.
Maegan has a Bachelor of Science from the University of Calgary, a Bachelor of Kinesiology from the University of British Columbia, and a Master of Physical Therapy from the University of British Columbia. Since completing her masters, Maegan has also completed the following courses and certifications:
- NeuroKinetic Therapy Level 1
- NeuroKinetic Therapy Level 2
- Dynamic Core for Kids
- Ortho Level 1
- Complete Concussion Management
- Concussion Management & Treatment
- RASP Certified
- Basic American Sign Language
- Intro NDT
- Intermediate NDT
- Vestiular Rehab
Kate Heays • BSc.Kin • MSc.PT
Physiotherapist
Playworks Physiotherapy. Because Play, Works.Residing in Coquitlam, Kate is thrilled to be offering physiotherapy services for children within her local community. Since graduating with a Masters of Science in Physiotherapy from the University of Toronto in 2010, Kate has worked with children in both private and public paediatric settings, including work at BC Children’s Hospital in the outpatient and oncology departments.
Kate is passionate about providing evidence based treatment and collaborating with other health care practitioners to provide an integrated approach for holistic treatment. She has experience working with patients with congenital, genetic and neurological disorders, Torticollis, Plagiocephaly, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), post concussion syndrome as well as a variety of orthopaedic conditions.
Kate regularly participates in continuing education. She has training in Bobath techniques, Cuevas Medek Exercises (level 2), soft tissue release techniques, Level 2 lower manual therapy, NeuroKinetic therapy, COOP training, oncology rehabilitation courses as well as other paediatric specific courses.
Kate currently volunteers for the Rare Disease Foundation. She also has volunteer experience with the Canucks Autism Network and BC Special Olympics programs.
Lindsay Eriksson • BHK • MPT
Physiotherapist
Playworks Physiotherapy. Because Play, Works.Lindsay brings over 10 years of experience working with children at local child development centres, including 5 years in this community with SHARE. After graduating with a Bachelors degree in Human Kinetics Exercise Science, Lindsay completed her Masters of Physical Therapy from the University of British Columbia.
Lindsay strives to provide family centred care and continues to undertake education opportunities to ensure she is providing well rounded evidence based care. Lindsay has completed courses in baby treatment, dynamic core, NDT treatment, and pediatric vestibular rehabilitation. She has experience in a wide variety of conditions including prematurity, congenital disorders, neurological disorders, genetic disorders, torticollis and plagiocephaly, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. She also brings experience in equipment planning and therapeutic horseback riding.
Kai-Jing Leong • BSc.Kin(Hons) • MPT
Physiotherapist
Playworks Physiotherapy. Because Play, Works.Originally from Kitimat B.C, Kai-Jing was involved in Winter Sports at a young age. She has an extensive background in figure skating and ballet. She has competed at various international figure skating competitions including Junior Worlds and the New Zealand Winter Games. Kai-Jing has coached figure skating from learn to skate to competitive level since 2009 and holds a trained national coach certification.
Kai-Jing completed her Bachelor of Science with Honours in Kinesiology at Simon Fraser University then went on to complete her Doctor of Physiotherapy in Australia.
Her passion for paediatric physiotherapy comes from her history of sustaining injuries in her competitive career and working with young developing children. She fell in love with working with the pediatric population when she completed her physiotherapy placement at the Queensland Children Hospital in Australia.
Kai-Jing has completed the following certifications:
– Contemporary NDT and Evidence Based Intervention Baby Treatment (2020)
– Complete Concussion Management (2021)
In her spare time, she enjoys running the local trails and visiting unique local cafes.
Darrien Cantelo • BSc • MScPT
Physiotherapist
Playworks Physiotherapy. Because Play, Works.Originally from Virden, Manitoba. Darrien completed her Bachelors of Science in Athletic Training while playing volleyball + softball in North Dakota, USA. She is passionate about rehabilitation and movement, which led to her working as an Athletic Therapist and a Personal Trainer before attending Queens University to complete her Masters of Science in Physical Therapy. Sport specific movements, sports injuries and return to sport are a strong passion of hers.
Darrien is also certified to treat Paediatric Pelvic Floor conditions, such as constipation, night time wetting, fecal incontinence and more!
She has a strong passion for early gross motor development, torticollis and infant development. She has experience working with cerebral palsy, ASD, genetic conditions, developmental coordination disorder, neurological conditions and more.
She is a strong advocate that movement is medicine, let’s make physio fun!
Noa Tsur • BPT
Physiotherapist
Playworks Physiotherapy. Because Play, Works.Being a former dancer and a present mother of two young boys, Noa believes in combining body movement, strengthening and evidence-based treatment with lots of creative fun.
Noa completed her Bachelor of Physical Therapy from the Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Israel in 2015 and since then she has been working with children ages 0-18 with various conditions; neurological, sensory, developmental and orthopaedic conditions in the private and public paediatric settings. She has experience with CP, ASD, premature babies, congenital disorders, torticollis, DCD and other developmental conditions.
Since her graduation, Noa has completed courses in NDT Normal/Ab-Normal Development, Sensory Integration, Cardiopulmonary & Postural Control as other paediatric specific courses.
In addition to being a physiotherapist, Noa is a Pilates instructor and enjoys adding her holistic vision into her treatments. In her free time, Noa loves to dance, practice Yoga and Pilates, hiking with her husband and kids, and yes, she also loves to have a quiet cup of coffee in front of the TV.
Alison McFadden • MScPT and H.BSc.Kin
Physiotherapist
Playworks Physiotherapy. Because Play, Works.Originally from Barrie, Ontario, Alison has a diverse background of skills and paediatric clinical experience that she is excited to bring to the PlayWorks team. She has worked in paediatric private practice, in public practice in the NICU and in early intervention services.
Alison loves working with infants to help them achieve their gross motor milestones and treat conditions like torticollis and plagiocephaly. She also has experience working with children with developmental delays, cerebral palsy, Autism Spectrum Disorder and other neurological and genetic conditions. Being a former collegiate and provincial rugby player, Alison is passionate about sport and helping children return to play. She loves helping children achieve their functional and sport related goals by creating a fun environment for therapy.
Alison has a Honours Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from McMaster University and a Master of Science in Physical Therapy from Queen’s University. She has also completed the following courses and certifications:
- Prechtl’s General Movements Assessment
- Complete Concussion Management
- Paediatric Vestibular Rehabilitation
- NDT Treatment of the Baby and Young Child
- Orthopaedic Division Level 1
- RASP Certified Therapist
- Soft Tissue Release Techniques
In her spare time Alison loves staying active with cycling, hiking and skiing. She is a big rugby fan and enjoys traveling to countries on her bucket list
Kristin McElroy • BSc.Kin
Rehab Assistant
Playworks Physiotherapy. Because Play, Works.Kristin is passionate about physical activity and exercise promotion. She completed her Bachelor of Science at Simon Fraser University, majoring in Kinesiology with an Active Health and Rehabilitation Concentration. She also completed multiple Co-Operative education semesters as a student kinesiologist at a sports physio clinic. She has her standard first aid and CPR C/AED training. She has had her Personal Training Certification for 4 years and spent 2 years coaching at a group circuit training gym, during that time she specialized in youth classes because she acquired her Instructing Exercise to Children and Adolescence Certification.
She spent two summers as a recreation camp leader where she taught children under 10 years old how to bike and led children over 10 on full-day bike riding adventures. Kristin also worked as a skating instructor for 4 years. She taught kids ages 2 to 12 years old and she also was a hockey instructor for kids under the age of 5. She loves to play all sports, but her current favourites are volleyball, ice hockey, hiking, snowboarding and road cycling. Kristin’s priority is to cultivate a healthy relationship with physical activity in children to increase confidence, independence, and quality of life.
CPR-C/AED & First Aid certification
B.Sc. Kinesiology; Concentration in Active Health and Rehabilitation
ACE Personal Training Certification
Instructing Exercise to Children and Adolescence Certification
CFES: Fitness Theory portion of the Fitness Leadership Certification
B.Sc. Kinesiology; Concentration in Active Health and Rehabilitation
ACE Personal Training Certification
Instructing Exercise to Children and Adolescence Certification
CFES: Fitness Theory portion of the Fitness Leadership Certification
Nick Mui • BA • RMT • MPT
Physiotherapist
Playworks Physiotherapy. Because Play, Works.Growing up in Port Moody, Nick attended Simon Fraser University and graduated with a Bachelor of Criminology with a special interest in criminal law. However, his life took a twist when he discovered his passion for providing healthcare. Nick then returned to complete his diploma in massage therapy and practiced for several years in the tri-cities. Being inspired by the physiotherapists he worked with, he was inspired to pursue a higher education and completed his Master of Physical Therapy in Scotland at the Glasgow Caledonian University. He discovered his love for working with paediatric patients while completing a placement at Glasgow Royal Hospital for Children.
Nick is a strong believer that exercise and movement is a key component of all physical therapy and can always be made fun!
To stay active Nick has a passion for the circus arts. He primarily trains in pole fitness where he has won multiple national competitions. His other hobbies include photography and video games.