Katrina Hombrebueno provides musculoskeletal injury and performance-focused care for athletes and active individuals, helping them move better, train more consistently, and reduce injury risk. She also works with common musculoskeletal concerns that affect day-to-day activity and training.
Katrina practices within the same performance-driven clinical framework used by all MSK specialists at Optimal Performance Clinic, ensuring a consistent, evidence-informed approach to assessment, treatment, and progression of care.
In addition to her clinical work, Katrina is a competitive endurance runner and the founder and organizer of Evolve Run Club in both Vancouver and Burnaby. Her firsthand experience with endurance training gives her a strong understanding of how biomechanics, training load, and recovery strategies influence both performance and injury.
Her care combines detailed assessment, hands-on treatment, and movement-based performance therapy. Katrina places a strong emphasis on education, helping patients understand what’s contributing to their symptoms so they can return to activity and training with confidence.
Best for:
- Sport- and training-related injuries
- Running-related injuries and performance limitations
- Musculoskeletal pain affecting muscles, joints, tendons, ligaments, and nerves
- Recurring pain that limits activity or training
(Registered as a chiropractor in British Columbia.)
Katrina Hombrebueno provides musculoskeletal injury and performance-focused care for athletes and...
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Devon started her strength training career working with general population mostly focused on return to sport after injury. She began working with elite endurance athletes in 2014, and since then she has expanded her practice to include runners and race walkers from 800m to ultramarathons and every event in between. She has had numerous athletes attend both Olympic and World Championships and be competitive at the National level. She enjoys being a part of each athlete’s unique team, collaborating with coaches and clinicians to develop the best possible plan for them.
Continuing education and learning from her peers is a large part of Devon’s practice. She enjoys reading articles on anything relating to gait and performance, from breathing and biomechanics to mental strategies and recovery.
Her own athletic journey started with waterpolo, where she was on the youth national team. Once in university her focus shifted to weightlifting before settling into trail and mountain running. She runs track and road in the winter to better understand the training her athletes undergo, but in the summer she spends as much time as she can as high in the mountains as possible.
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Dr. Ryan Oughtred brings a unique combination of elite athletic experience and integrative medical training to his work as a Naturopathic Doctor. A former member of Canada’s national alpine ski team, Ryan understands firsthand the demands of high-performance sport and the importance of optimizing health—not just avoiding illness.
Since becoming a licensed ND in 2008, Dr. Oughtred has built a practice that blends evidence-based naturopathic medicine with a deep commitment to personalized care. Early in his career, he focused extensively on physical therapies and movement-based treatment plans, helping active individuals recover from injury, manage chronic pain, and enhance performance.
Over time, his clinical interests expanded to include metabolic health, obesity care, and lifestyle medicine. He is now a Certified Bariatric Educator and Obesity Counsellor through Obesity Canada, working to reduce weight bias in medicine and support patients seeking long-term, sustainable health outcomes.
Whether you’re an athlete pushing the limits of performance, someone navigating complex metabolic challenges, or simply looking to live a longer, healthier life, Dr. Oughtred meets you where you’re at—with empathy, expertise, and an unwavering focus on your goals.
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Elna Johnson has over 20 years of experience specializing in musculoskeletal injury management and performance optimization in sport. Her clinical expertise centres on understanding how the body responds to training and load, identifying factors that limit performance or contribute to injury, and guiding athletes and active individuals toward higher levels of physical capacity and resilience.
Throughout her career, Elna has worked within integrated medical and performance teams supporting professional and national-level sport, including athletes and organizations across the NBA, NFL, CFL, NHL, MLS, and WPHL.
Elna has worked with Athletics Canada on and off since 2005 and is currently part of their Integrated Support Team (IST), supporting athletes in high-performance training and competition environments.
In addition to sport, Elna works on film and television productions, supporting actors, actresses, and stunt performers in physically demanding roles. These environments require precise assessment, efficient clinical decision-making, and performance-focused care under tight timelines — further shaping the clinical framework used throughout Optimal Performance Clinic.
Elna leads the clinic’s performance-driven approach to care and mentorship. All MSK specialists at Optimal Performance Clinic work within the same clinical framework she has developed and refined through decades of experience in high-performance environments.
Best for:
- Sport- and training-related injuries
- Recurring pain that limits performance
- Athletes aiming to elevate performance
- Running-related injuries and gait analysis
(Registered as a chiropractor in British Columbia.)
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Rohit is currently away supporting the Gurjarat Titans and will return in a few months - until then, our expert team is here to continue your care
Rohit serves as the Lead Physiotherapist for the Gujarat Titans, a prominent team in the IPL Indian Premier League. He holds a Double Master’s degree in Musculoskeletal and Sports Physiotherapy from the University of Southern Australia, equipping him with advanced knowledge and skills in the field.
Certified in Functional Dry Needling (Kinetacore-USA), Manual Therapy, and as an ImPACT Trained Concussion Physiotherapist, Rohit employs a comprehensive biopsychosocial, client-centered approach. He utilizes a blend of manual therapy, dry needling, exercise rehabilitation, soft tissue release, and taping techniques tailored to each individual’s needs.
With extensive experience as the head physiotherapist for varsity athletes at Simon Fraser University and working with organizations like Karate Canada and Skate Canada, Rohit is dedicated to helping you recover from sports and musculoskeletal injuries. He believes in collaborating closely with his clients to understand their unique goals and ensure they feel their best.
Whether you’re a competitive athlete or someone seeking to improve your mobility and wellbeing, Rohit is here to guide you on your journey to optimal health.
Rohit is currently away supporting the Gurjarat Titans and will return in a few months - until th...
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