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Physiotherapist, PhD #Running #KneePain
Instructor, Leader of R&D @therunningclinic
CoFounder @movemedphysio
Clinical Assoc Prof @ubc_pt
Kelowna BC 🇨🇦

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Think you have to give up running because of #osteoarthritis? Think again. 🏃

Dr JF Esculier, one of the world’s leading experts in running and OA, joined Professor David Hunter on Joint Action to share practical tips for running safely and confidently with osteoarthritis.

Listen to Season 6, Episode 11 to find out more 🏃🏻‍♂️🏃🏻‍♀️ by @jfesculier

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13 days ago

Built by runners. Backed by expertise.🏃

✔️ Every physio on our team is a runner
✔️ Advanced training in running assessment & treatment
✔️ Running research in top sports medicine journals
✔️ Gait analysis and training modifications
✔️ Active rehab that keeps you moving
✔️ Trail running clinics

We didn’t just add running physiotherapy to a list of services.

We built our clinic around it.

Whether you’re training for your first 5K, your next half marathon, or your ultra-trail adventure, we’re here to help you keep doing what you love.

Learn more about our running-specific approach to physiotherapy at www.movemed.ca

#movementismedicine #movemedphysio #kelownaphysio #kelownarunning #kelownabc taken in Kelowna, British Columbia by @jfesculier

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We are so proud to share that our co-founder, Jean‑Francois Esculier, PT, PhD, has been honoured by the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce as a Top 40 Under 40 for 2026.

JF co-founded MoveMed Physiotherapy in 2020, starting as a home‑visit practice. Since then, he has grown MoveMed into a thriving clinic with a team of five amazing physiotherapists and two client care coordinators in our beautiful new space that recently turned 1 year old!

Beyond being MoveMed Physiotherapy's founder, JF is an incredible mentor and leader, someone our entire team truly looks up to.

Locally, he is a Clinical Associate Professor at UBC, where he teaches physiotherapy and medical students. He provides first aid at local sporting events, and educates the public on sports medicine topics through lectures and podcasts but also radio and newspapers interviews.

Internationally, he is an instructor with The Running Clinic, a role with which he has taught thousands of health professionals around the world about running injuries since 2011. He is also an accomplished researcher, with 70 scientific articles on his resume and global recognition in the fields of physiotherapy and sports medicine.

Along with the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce, we proudly recognize JF’s commitment to leadership, innovation, and making a meaningful impact at MoveMed Physiotherapy and within our community! Congrats JF! taken in MoveMed Physiotherapy by @jfesculier

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3 months ago

COME WORK WITH US!

Looking for a physio role where you can build your skills, work with runners, and actually enjoy the lifestyle outside the clinic? MoveMed Physiotherapy in Kelowna is adding a physiotherapist to its team! We’re looking for the right fit: great personality, strong orthopaedic skillset, willingness to learn through our in-house mentorship program, and maybe an interest in incorporating pelvic health into their practice.

All our treatment sessions are 1:1 (30–60 minutes) with a mix of active clients, with a strong focus on running-related injuries. From recreational runners to competitive athletes, we’re all about helping people stay active and get back to what they love—while taking a whole-person approach to care, always following our motto: Movement Is Medicine.

A bit more about us…
MoveMed Physiotherapy is a Kelowna-based clinic focused on running injuries and active rehab, founded in 2020. Led by Jean-Francois Esculier PT PhD, mentorship really sets us apart as a clinic that prioritizes the growth and happiness of its people. We offer weekly in-house clinical education meetings along with dedicated 1:1 mentorship time to support professional growth at any career stage. Our team is collaborative, supportive, and genuinely enjoys working together. Plus, with trails, lakes, and mountains all around, it’s an easy place to love life outside of work.

We offer a commission-based employee model with career-advancement opportunities, combining flexibility, support, and the stability of employment.

If you’re interested, send us an email at info@movemed.ca and share a few thoughts on why you’d like to join our team, and why you think you’re the right fit. We’d love to connect! by @jfesculier

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3 months ago

As running physiotherapists, we often get asked about running shoes. Minimalist vs maximalist? Shoes for walking vs running? Should I switch shoes, and when?

Our physiotherapist & founder, JF Esculier, PT PhD has published research on running footwear, and answers these questions in the latest edition of Nutrition Action. Have a read!

#movemedphysio #movementismedicine #runningphysio #kelownaphysio taken in Kelowna, British Columbia by @jfesculier

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4 months ago

Great weekend @genuineathletics hosting @therunningclinic 1.0 Fundamentals of Running Injuries course.

It was a packed house of 40 participants learning all things running assessment, interventions, footwear, gait retraining and mechanical stress quantification from @jfesculier @physiothanh and Waldo Cheung by @jfesculier

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4 months ago

NEW RESEARCH ARTICLE FROM OUR TEAM

Our very own Jean‑François Esculier and Bea Francisco just co‑authored a study looking at what really happens to running form during a 156 km ultra‑trail marathon, and the results might surprise you.

We tracked runners’ foot strike, cadence, stride length, ground contact and flight time, leg stiffness, and hip/calf strength across all six laps.

What we found:
Instead of their form breaking down with fatigue, runners tended to:
• Slow the pace slightly, or
• Make small stride adjustments to stay efficient

These changes showed up early in the race and then stayed consistent until the very end. Furthermore, hip and calf strength remained stable throughout the entire 156 km race.

What this means:
Experienced runners likely develop protective physiological adaptations that help them manage stress during long distances, reducing neuromuscular fatigue and muscle damage.

For YOU as a runner:
🍂If you are experienced:
• Adjust pace based on terrain and distance left
• Do not force a pace that compromises your form

💚If you are newer to ultra-marathons:
• Find a cadence you can maintain comfortably
• Train your form both fresh and fatigued
• Build hip and calf strength to run stronger, longer

Download the pdf file, link in bio for the full breakdown!

If you are preparing for an ultra, or just want to run pain‑free, our physiotherapists are all runners and have specialized training in running.

778‑940‑6495
Book online https://movemed.janeapp.com/

Nguyen AP, Esculier JF, Dubois B, Van Cant J, Roy-Baillargeon O, Hébert-Losier K, Francisco B, Hingrand C, Delaunay JL, Mauvieux B, Pairot de Fontenay B. Running kinematics, spatiotemporal variation and lower limb strength at different stages of a 156-km ultra-trail race. J Sports Med Phys Fitness 2026;66:161-9. DOI: 10.23736/S0022-4707.25.17009-6 by @jfesculier

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4 months ago

Women are special. They are smart, strong, resilient, kind. We should take time to tell them every day, but today even more. Not just with our words, but also with our actions.

Happy International Women’s Day to my wonderful wife, mother of my son, best friend and business partner Bea.

Your smile can light up a room. You make people around you better. You’re the best wife and Mama. We’re so lucky to have you in our lives! ❤️ by @jfesculier

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5 months ago

Last week: we celebrated 1 year in our new space.
This week: we celebrate JF turning 40!

To know him is to know that the achievements are impressive - but the person behind them matters more.

Internationally renowned clinician and researcher.
Respected across the profession.
But what matters most to him is people.

Clients.
Students.
Team.
Community.

We’re lucky to be part of the vision he started - and even luckier to see the human behind the achievements every day.

Happy 40, JF. The legend who’ll never call himself one. 💙

#movemedphysio #movementismedicine #kelownaphysio taken in MoveMed Physiotherapy by @jfesculier

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5 months ago

🏃‍♂️ Ever wondered just how much your body can take?

In our newest podcast episode, we explore the balance between training load and your body’s capacity, revealing why piling on extra miles won’t always get you better results, and how to chase your goals wisely without getting sidelined by injury.

Join us for tips on keeping your training effective and safe! 🎧

#thephysioinsightspodcast #runninginjury by @jfesculier

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7 months ago

How do you define a running injury?

Catch the full conversation with JF Esculier on the latest of the Physio Insights podcast! 🎙️ Tune in on your preferred podcast platform! 🎧 by @jfesculier

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7 months ago

This weekend we delivered the first edition of @therunningclinic Course 1.2 Treatment of Lower Limb Injuries in Western Canada, at @jfesculier ‘s clinic @movemedphysio in Kelowna BC.

JF covered the latest science & new clinical frameworks on training modifications, exercises, gait retraining, footwear, taping & more for treating tendon, muscle, joint and bone injuries. We had fantastic discussions with clinicians from all over BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba!

Thank you MoveMed Physiotherapy for hosting this course. @movemedphysio is the only specialized clinic accredited by @therunningclinic in the Okanagan region in BC Canada.

👋 Are you a healthcare pro interested in delivering the highest quality of evidence based practice to your clients? Check out our upcoming courses at www.therunningclinic.com

👋 Are you a runner who wants trusted, science backed advice from a healthcare professional? Check out our Find a Service page at www.therunningclinic.com to find our certified professionals near you. taken in MoveMed Physiotherapy by @jfesculier

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