Clinical Athletic Therapy
in Colwood
Active injury rehabilitation, movement screening, and manual therapy. Get treated by dual-credentialed therapist Daryl Stubbs, CAT(C), RMT, serving Langford, Colwood, and the West Shore.
Is This You?
The "Re-Injury Loop"
You keep hurting the exact same joint or muscle every time you try to return to your chosen sport or activity.
The "Compensation Shift"
Because of an old, poorly healed injury, you've noticed you are significantly shifting your body weight, causing pain on the opposite side.
The "Performance Plateau"
You feel physically stuck. Chronic tightness is restricting your mobility and actively preventing you from reaching the next level.
The "Pre-Surgical Prep"
You are awaiting orthopedic surgery and have been advised to structurally "pre-hab" the surrounding musculature to ensure a better post-operative outcome.
Biomechanics & Movement Screening in Colwood
Whether you are recovering from impact sports at Starlight Stadium or Westhills, rehabilitating after a session at the Juan de Fuca Rec Centre, or dealing with repetitive postural strain near Colwood Corners, injuries rarely happen in isolation. They are often the result of poor biomechanical sequencing further up or down the kinetic chain. When one muscle group fails to adequately stabilize a joint during movement, another group is forced to overcompensate. By analyzing the way you naturally walk, run, or lift, we identify these hidden structural deficits and correct them.
Our Diagnostic Approach
We utilize comprehensive functional testing to establish your current baseline.
Biomechanical Gait Analysis
Functional Movement Screening (FMS)
Sport-Specific Return-to-Play Testing
The Sync Difference: Dual CAT(C) & RMT Care
Daryl Stubbs bridges the gap between passive manual therapy and active conditioning. Because he is certified both as a Certified Athletic Therapist CAT(C) and a Registered Massage Therapist (registered with the CCHPBC), he can guide you from acute injury release to complete structural recovery.
For joint recovery, a typical session might combine manual techniques from RMT massage therapy and deep tissue massage with progressive loading exercises. For performance prep, we integrate sports massage to flush tissues, and if there are structural issues pulling from the front of the body, we apply visceral manipulation to free up organ mobility and release deep tension pulling on your spine.
High-Value Tip You Can Try Today
Start with Isometrics: Implement isometric holds (contracting the muscle without changing its length) for weak or injured tendons before jumping back into explosive plyometric movements. This safely and predictably builds the tissue's load capacity without excessive inflammatory strain.
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Your Practitioner & Credentials
Clinical care is provided by Daryl Stubbs, CAT(C), RMT. Daryl's RMT credential is registered with the College of Complementary Health Professionals of BC (CCHPBC) and can be verified by name on the secure CCHPBC public registry.
Athletic Therapy Insurance & Billing
Please note that Athletic Therapy has different insurance parameters than standard Registered Massage Therapy (RMT). While we offer direct billing for RMT, Athletic Therapy coverage varies by plan. Many extended health policies (often under Great-West Life/Canada Life, Pacific Blue Cross, Desjardins, and Blue Cross) cover Certified Athletic Therapy. We advise checking your specific employee benefits booklet prior to booking.
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Kind Words from Our Patients
Recent 5-Star Reviews from your neighbors in Colwood & Langford.
a month ago
Daryl takes a holistic approach to treatment and takes the time to understand what is going on in the whole body. After treatment I felt lighter and had less tension in my hips and lower back. Would highly recommend!
a month ago
My experience at Sync Massage Therapy was outstanding! RMT Daryl was very careful to discuss my specific physical issues and medical conditions with me before we even began; he discussed various methods of treatment and their benefits with me before we even began, and made sure that my preferences and needs were incorporated into my treatment plan. I've been to many other RMT's who just treated me according to their standard routine, but Daryl made sure that our session was going to be centered around my specific health needs. He patiently answered all of my questions about various treatment styles, and didn't try to impose a plan on me. He checked in with me throughout the massage to make sure everything was comfortable and effective, and suggested other steps that we might incorporate into a long-term treatment plan. Daryl truly has my best interests at heart, and I'm glad that he is so knowledgable and intuitive in making a health-care plan for me!
2 months ago
Daryl is the best RMT Massage therapist you could find! He takes the time to understand your conditions, training and goals. His clinic is well situated if you're in the Langford/ Colwood or View Royale area. Skilled with his hands and gets to the root of the problem with great knowledge and techniques. Athletes looking for excellent training insight and athletic therapy, he is your guy!
a month ago
Daryl takes a holistic approach to treatment and takes the time to understand what is going on in the whole body. After treatment I felt lighter and had less tension in my hips and lower back. Would highly recommend!
a month ago
My experience at Sync Massage Therapy was outstanding! RMT Daryl was very careful to discuss my specific physical issues and medical conditions with me before we even began; he discussed various methods of treatment and their benefits with me before we even began, and made sure that my preferences and needs were incorporated into my treatment plan. I've been to many other RMT's who just treated me according to their standard routine, but Daryl made sure that our session was going to be centered around my specific health needs. He patiently answered all of my questions about various treatment styles, and didn't try to impose a plan on me. He checked in with me throughout the massage to make sure everything was comfortable and effective, and suggested other steps that we might incorporate into a long-term treatment plan. Daryl truly has my best interests at heart, and I'm glad that he is so knowledgable and intuitive in making a health-care plan for me!
2 months ago
Daryl is the best RMT Massage therapist you could find! He takes the time to understand your conditions, training and goals. His clinic is well situated if you're in the Langford/ Colwood or View Royale area. Skilled with his hands and gets to the root of the problem with great knowledge and techniques. Athletes looking for excellent training insight and athletic therapy, he is your guy!
3 months ago
I have been going to Daryl now for 2 sessions, highly recommend. It is absolutely magical what he does. I’ve had such pain in my knees and lower back for years and honestly since going to him I can actually walk, climb up stairs without pain and sleep soundly. Anyone having issues I would recommend him 100%
4 months ago
I had such a great experience yesterday. He was incredibly knowledgeable and took the time to explain what was going on with my body instead of just treating the symptoms. I really appreciated that he also gave me specific exercises and stretches to do at home so I can continue improving between appointments. You can tell he genuinely cares about helping his clients feel better. Highly recommend!
3 months ago
I have been going to Daryl now for 2 sessions, highly recommend. It is absolutely magical what he does. I’ve had such pain in my knees and lower back for years and honestly since going to him I can actually walk, climb up stairs without pain and sleep soundly. Anyone having issues I would recommend him 100%
4 months ago
I had such a great experience yesterday. He was incredibly knowledgeable and took the time to explain what was going on with my body instead of just treating the symptoms. I really appreciated that he also gave me specific exercises and stretches to do at home so I can continue improving between appointments. You can tell he genuinely cares about helping his clients feel better. Highly recommend!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Athletic Therapy?
Athletic Therapy is a specialized healthcare profession focused on the prevention, assessment, and active rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries, often combining manual therapy with exercise prescription.
Do I need to be an athlete to see an Athletic Therapist?
No. The principles of biomechanics and tissue loading apply to everybody, whether you are returning to a competitive sport or simply wanting to lift groceries without pain.
What should I wear to an Athletic Therapy appointment?
Please wear comfortable, loose-fitting athletic clothing (like shorts and a t-shirt) that allows for a full, unrestricted range of movement during our functional assessments.
Complementary At-Home Therapies
As an Athletic Therapist, my job is to get you back to your sport stronger than before, which means maximizing your recovery windows. Integrating red light therapy for recovery can help accelerate cellular ATP production after grueling sessions. I also consistently recommend drinking hydrogen water for athletic recovery to manage oxidative stress and utilizing PEMF therapy to support deep, restorative sleep.