Vision
Salmo Physio was founded to provide physiotherapy services to the region of the Salmo river valley in a way that best reflects the needs of the community. Salmo Physio is here to keep the members of this community moving without pain or dysfunction.
Whether you’re trying to climb a mountain or walk down the street to get groceries, I want to keep you moving towards those goals.
My Story
While commuting to Nelson daily for work I felt disconnected from my community in Ymir and Salmo. Upon the realization that Salmo does not have physiotherapy services, I saw an opportunity to engage with my community on a deeper level. Passionate about helping people return to what they love, what better way to connect with your community than to share that passion with them? That’s why I’m here, trying to keep Salmo moving.
Meet the Team
Todd Van der Star
Owner, Physiotherapist
After moving to Ymir in 2015, I fell intensely in love with everything that the Salmo valley has to offer. I came here for the mountains, people and lifestyle. After moving from Ymir to Salmo in 2021, I have found an even deeper connection with this village in laying the roots involved with raising a family. I feel strongly invested in this community and love to hear the stories of my community members. I have found physiotherapy is a great way to have a positive influence in these stories and contribute to the overall well-being of a community.
I have additional training in Vestibular Rehabilitation, Concussion, Manual Therapy, Intra-Muscular Stimulation Myofascial Dry-Needling (IMS) and in the Functional Movement Systems (FMS 1, SFMA and FCS).
I love to brew beer, mountain bike, backcountry ski and climb mountains. Basically, if it involves sliding, riding, climbing or hiking around on mountains… I’m game.
Kimberly Lessard
Physiotherapist
Loki
Clinic Pup
You may on occasion run into our resident clinic pup. She’s a Kootenay Mountain Mutt. She’s great.
She has additional training in: sit, stay, down, come and various mountain sports.
Come in for an appointment…
Use our online booking software to see when Todd is available and find a time that works for you. We also book over the phone or email.