About Gravity Physiotherapy
Gravity Physiotherapy was created to provide a space where we can show people how to be the best at what they do. Our goal is to give you all the tools you need to not only to recover from an injury, but how to prevent it from happening again in the future. The key to exercise rehabilitation success is to build a partnership with a client, understand their problem, develop the plan and achieve it together. Exercise prescription our strong point and is what sets us apart from others. Learning how to improve your strength, flexibility or endurance is how you truly improve your self. This unique clinic and gym space is where we can help people in Vernon, Armstrong, Lake Country and the Okanagan get to the next level.
DEREK GELDRICH
Physiotherapist MScPT, B.Kin, certified dry needling, CAFCI
Derek graduated from the University of Alberta in 2009 with his Masters degree in Physiotherapy. His prior education in Kinesiology provided valuable time and experience to understand how important functional and rehabilitation exercise is and has been a key foundation of his success with clients. To further his skills Derek is certified in dry needling, acupuncture, concussion rehab, and advanced training in manual therapy.
His interests in sports rehabilitation can be seen in the multitude of involvement with junior sports leagues throughout Vernon. Derek provides onsite physiotherapy for the Vernon Vipers Jr. A Hockey Cluborganizations. In addition, he has presented exercise training seminars for the Vernon Rowing Club U19 BC rowing camps.
Growing up in Rossland B.C. with mountains at his doorstep Derek has a lifetime enjoyment of downhill skiing and mountain biking. Through university, he started rowing and continues to as part of the Vernon Rowing Club on Swan Lake.
Derek is married to his wife Lyndsay and they have enjoyed making Vernon and the area home for the past 10 years. They have two small but energetic boys that keep them busy at the lake, on the ski hill, and riding bikes.
GILLIAN WARNER
Physiotherapist MScPT, BHK, certified dry needling
Gillian completed her Masters in Physical Therapy at McMaster University in 2016 and her Human Kinetics undergraduate degree in 2013 at UBC Okanagan. Gillian has a passion for helping people move better, feel stronger, and get back to the activities they love. She takes a personalized, one-on-one approach to care, combining hands on treatment, targeted exercise and education to collaborate with you to achieve your goals. Gillian has completed additional training in ConnectTherapy which takes a whole-person approach to retraining non-optimal patterns to address the root cause of pain. Gillian also completed additional training in Acupuncture Canada’s dry needling program, which has certified her to practice trigger-point dry needling. Other courses and certifications Gillian holds include soft tissue release, athletic taping, Shift concussion management, and non-internal pelvic floor physiotherapy.
From her experience working in ABI/Stroke rehab and acute care, Gillian has a special interest in working with neurological conditions, supporting individuals with complex or long-term challenges to improve function, confidence and enjoy a greater quality of life.
Outside the clinic, you’ll likely find Gillian enjoying everything the Okanagan has to offer, from skiing, biking, hiking, and paddle boarding in our wonderful outdoor playground.
JASON KANKAM
Registered Massage Therapist RMT
Jason Kankam is a Registered Massage Therapist who provides assessment-based massage therapy treatments focused on supporting physical function, mobility, and overall musculoskeletal health.
His practice incorporates Rapid Neurofascial Reset, soft tissue mobilization, myofascial restriction techniques, Neuromuscular technique (NMT), Soft tissue mobilization (STM) and Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM). These approaches are used to address muscle tension, movement restrictions, and neuromuscular patterns within the scope of registered massage therapy.
Outside of the treatment room, Jason is actively involved in physical activity and movement. He enjoys coaching and playing basketball, weight training, bike riding and is currently exploring road cycling. This personal connection to sport and movement helps inform his practical understanding of how the body responds to physical demands of training, playing and then recovering.
MICHAEL REUTER
Registered Massage Therapist RMT
Michael’s path to massage therapy has been anything but traditional, bringing together a diverse background in personal training, nutrition, psychology, and lifestyle coaching. With diplomas and education across multiple wellness-focused fields, he takes a holistic approach to treatment, looking beyond symptoms to better understand the root causes affecting each client. His goal is always to provide thoughtful, client-centered care — whether through hands-on treatment, education, or connecting clients with trusted professionals when needed.
Michael has been practicing as a Registered Massage Therapist in Salmon Arm for the past five years and has recently relocated with his wife and four boys to Vernon, where he is excited to join the team at Gravity Physiotherapy Clinic. Outside of work, Michael and his family enjoy spending time together mountain biking and exploring the outdoors.
His treatment style is focused, intentional, and tailored to each individual, combining targeted techniques with a client-centered approach to address problematic structures and affected musculature effectively.
DUSTIN BOREEN
Registered Kinesiologist B.Kin
As a Registered Kinesiologist with the British Columbia Association of Kinesiologists (BCAK), Dustin is a movement and rehabilitation professional who assesses, treats, and optimizes human movement through evidence-based exercise, education, and hands-on support. Kinesiology focuses on improving function, reducing pain, and restoring strength by addressing movement patterns, biomechanics, and the underlying causes of injury or dysfunction.
Dustin brings a diverse background that includes personal training, strength and conditioning, nutrition support, injury rehabilitation, ergonomics, and sports specific training. His approach combines individualized exercise prescription with functional movement strategies to support recovery from injury, enhance performance, and prevent future issues. Whether working with athletic injuries, pre/post-surgery rehabilitation, ICBC/WorkSafe claims, or individuals looking to move and feel better in daily life, Dustin emphasizes education and long-term self-management to help clients return to optimal function safely and confidently.
