About
Eva Olafson is a dedicated Physiotherapist (Intern). Practicing at Momentum Health (Westbrook) in Calgary, AB, Eva is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with College of Physical Therapists of Alberta (CPTA) standards. She provides comprehensive assessment and treatment for a broad spectrum of musculoskeletal injuries, pain conditions, and movement dysfunctions to help patients of all ages restore function, manage pain, and improve their quality of life. Eva serves a diverse range of patients, from those recovering from acute injuries to individuals seeking long-term wellness strategies, ensuring individualized care tailored to each person's unique needs.
Eva Olafson completed her degree in Physiotherapy. With clinical experience, Eva is committed to ongoing professional development and evidence-based physiotherapy practices. She continually updates her skills to incorporate the latest research and techniques, ensuring her patients receive the most effective and current treatments available. Her approach emphasizes the importance of patient education and active participation in rehabilitation, fostering a collaborative environment that promotes optimal recovery outcomes.
Eva's practice philosophy centers on promoting preventative care and long-term wellness for the Calgary community through proactive physiotherapy. She works collaboratively with her patients to develop personalized treatment plans focused on achieving their movement and functional goals. Eva offers care in English, ensuring clear communication and understanding throughout the therapeutic process.
Eva Olafson provides skilled physiotherapy care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:
Joint Pain
- Tendinopathy/Tendonitis (e.g., Achilles, Patellar, Rotator Cuff, Tennis/Golfer's Elbow): Conditions like 'jumper's knee' (patellar tendinopathy), 'swimmer's shoulder' (rotator cuff tendinopathy), or 'tennis elbow' (lateral epicondylitis) caused by tendon issues that limit your ability to perform specific tasks.
- Osteoarthritis (Knee, Hip, Spine, Hands, Other Joints): A chronic condition causing joint discomfort, stiffness (especially in the morning or after inactivity), and impacting your ability to perform daily activities, walk, or engage in hobbies.
Back Neck Pain
- Spinal Stenosis Symptoms: Often age-related changes leading to pressure on the spinal cord or nerve roots, causing pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness in the legs with walking (neurogenic claudication in lumbar stenosis) or in the arms/hands (cervical stenosis).
- Postural Back/Neck Pain: Muscular pain, trigger points, and tension headaches resulting from habitual poor posture, which can be addressed with postural re-education, exercises, and ergonomic advice.
- Whiplash Associated Disorders (WAD): A range of neck and related symptoms including pain, stiffness, headaches, dizziness, and sometimes arm pain or cognitive difficulties, following a rapid acceleration-deceleration injury to the neck, most typically from a motor vehicle accident.
- Herniated Disc / Sciatica / Radiculopathy: Back or neck pain that often radiates into an arm or leg, potentially with numbness, tingling, weakness, or burning sensations, due to a spinal disc problem (herniation, protrusion, or bulge) compressing or irritating a nearby nerve root (radiculopathy). Sciatica specifically refers to radicular pain down the leg.
Sports Injury
- Muscle Strains (e.g., Hamstring, Calf, Groin, Quadriceps, Rotator Cuff): Common athletic injuries affecting major muscle groups such as the hamstrings, calves, groin (adductors), quadriceps, or rotator cuff muscles of the shoulder.
- Shin Splints (Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome): An overuse injury affecting the lower leg, common in athletes, dancers, and military recruits, characterized by diffuse pain along the tibia.
This list offers examples of conditions commonly addressed. If your specific concern isn't listed, please contact the clinic. Eva can assess your needs.
- General Reconditioning & Fitness Programs: A progressive approach to rebuilding your physical condition, allowing for a safe return to daily activities, work demands, and hobbies you enjoy.
- Stretching & Flexibility Programs: Personalized programs incorporating various stretching techniques (e.g., static, dynamic, PNF) to alleviate stiffness, increase tissue extensibility, and promote better posture.
- Personalized Therapeutic Exercise Prescription: Development of a tailored therapeutic exercise program by your Physiotherapist, focused on your specific rehabilitation needs, strength goals, flexibility improvements, balance, and overall conditioning.
- Comprehensive Musculoskeletal Assessment: A complete assessment of your musculoskeletal system to pinpoint issues, set clear rehabilitation goals, and get you started on the path to recovery.
- Core Stability & Strengthening Training: A progressive program designed to build a strong and stable core, improving your body's foundation for all movements and reducing strain on other structures.
- Strength & Conditioning for Rehabilitation and Performance: Customized strength training to address specific weaknesses identified in your assessment, helping to correct imbalances, improve movement efficiency, and achieve your physical objectives.
Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Eva. For a full list or to discuss your specific needs, please contact the clinic.
All services are provided in accordance with standards set by the College of Physical Therapists of Alberta (CPTA).
At Momentum Health (Westbrook), physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Eva frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:
- Many patients have found lasting relief from feeling like my joints are just 'wearing out' and getting harder to move and achieved implementing practical strategies to avoid re-injury during work or daily life under the skilled care of Eva. This renewed physical ability often allows them to re-engage with beloved activities such as doing household chores like vacuuming, mopping, or laundry without pain with a new lease on life.
- Physiotherapy with Eva can be a transformative turning point for those affected by that 'pins and needles' feeling that won't go away. The shared goal is achieving getting back to enjoying life's simple pleasures without physical limitations, paving the way for you to enjoy taking long photography walks to capture nature or cityscapes and a more active, vibrant life.
- At Eva's physiotherapy practice, individuals with a noticeable curve in my child's spine or uneven shoulders (scoliosis concerns) are guided towards increased flexibility throughout their body, particularly in their back and major joints. The focus is on enabling you to once again participate fully and comfortably in activities you enjoy, such as walking your children to school or the park.
Your personalized physiotherapy plan, developed with Eva, will be designed to help you reach your specific functional and wellness objectives.
Eva's practice at Momentum Health (Westbrook) is situated in the vibrant SW: Killarney, Glendale, and Glenbrook neighborhoods of Calgary. The clinic is conveniently located near Calgary Tower and is easily accessible via Calgary Transit, including CTrain LRT, bus, and BRT routes. This central location allows for straightforward access for patients coming from various parts of the city. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Ample parking is generally accessible close to the clinic entrance.
- Is there parking available at or near Momentum Health (Westbrook)?
- Yes, there is ample free patient parking available directly in front of and beside our building. Look for the designated patient spots.
- Is physiotherapy covered by the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) in AB?
- In Alberta, AHCIP provides limited coverage for some physiotherapy services, typically after hospital discharge or for specific low-income individuals and seniors through particular programs. Most outpatient private clinic physiotherapy is not directly covered by AHCIP for the general population. Patients are advised to check current AHCIP details and their private insurance plans for coverage options.
- How long do physiotherapy appointments typically last?
- Initial assessment appointments are generally longer to allow for a thorough evaluation and discussion, typically lasting between 45 to 60 minutes. Subsequent follow-up treatment sessions are usually shorter, often ranging from 30 to 45 minutes. The duration may vary depending on your specific needs and treatment plan.
- What are Momentum Health (Westbrook)'s operating hours?
- Momentum Health (Westbrook) is typically open Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with some practitioners offering Saturday appointments from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Hours can vary by practitioner and day, so please call our office or check our website for the most current hours and availability.
- Do I need a doctor's referral to see a Physiotherapist in AB?
- Patients in Alberta can typically see a Physiotherapist directly without a physician's referral (known as direct access). However, some private or extended health insurance plans may require a referral for reimbursement purposes. It is advisable to check your insurance policy before your first appointment.
Momentum Health (Westbrook)
312, 3320 17 Avenue SW
Calgary, AB T3E 7C1
Eva Olafson is regulated by the Health Professions Act in AB and is a member of the College of Physical Therapists of Alberta (CPTA).
License #9859
Registration can be verified with the College of Physical Therapists of Alberta (CPTA).
Always consult with your primary healthcare provider before starting any new treatment program.