Nicole Houde-Shulman
Nicole grew up in Richmond, BC where she competed at high levels in various sports and dance disciplines. She holds a Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy (2016), and an Undergraduate Degree in Science (2014), both obtained at Queen’s University and graduated on the Dean’s Honours List with Distinction. Following her education, she had the pleasure of working alongside her Dad who is a seasoned Physiotherapist in the lower mainland. She then worked in Kingston, Ontario treating clients with a variety of musculoskeletal conditions, as well as post-concussion syndrome and vertigo. Nicole moved to West Kelowna in 2020 and owns and operates Westside Physio with her husband Cory. In her Physiotherapy practice now, her treatment focuses on, but is not limited to – IMS (intramuscular stimulation/dry needling), Manual Therapy and ART (active release technique), and creating a home exercise program to support the patient’s goals. Nicole believes in client-centered care, she actively listens to the goals and needs of her clients. Her mission is to improve mobility and restore function for her patients so they can live healthy and active lifestyles. In her free time, Nicole enjoys playing with her daughter Charlotte, hiking, paddleboarding, skiing, practicing yoga, and playing tennis.
Continuing education:
- UBC Gunn IMS (Intramuscular Stimulation) certified practitioner
- Kinetacore Functional Dry Needling Level 1
- Acupuncture Canada Certification (ACC) – Anatomical Acupuncture Courses AA1 & AA2
- Clinical Instructor, Queen’s University School of Rehabilitation
- Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorders by APTEI (Advanced Physical Therapy Education Institute)
- Whiplash Associated Disorders by APTEI
- Low Back Pain by APTEI
- Vestibular Rehabilitation by Dizziness and Balance Rehab Clinic
- Concussion Management by Concussion Rehab Works
- Manual Therapy Level I, Orthopaedic Division of Canada
- K-Taping ® Pro Therapist Training Certification
- Soft Tissue Release Certification by Jim Bilotta
- Active Release Techniques Provider (ART)
- Standard First Aid & CPR-C Health Care Provider Level
