Sophia Sauter
Registered Physiotherapist, Clinic Owner MScPT, BPHE, Certified in Manual Therapy, Gunn IMS Practitioner, Sports Physiotherapy Certificate
Please note Sophia is NOT currently taking new patients
Sophia completed her Master’s in Physical Therapy at the University of Toronto and holds a Diploma in Manual and Manipulative Therapy through the Canadian Physiotherapy Association. She is Campbell River’s only Certified Sports Physiotherapist and a Gunn IMS (dry needling) practitioner, with a special interest in TMJ disorders and complex musculoskeletal conditions. As a Clinical Faculty Instructor with UBC’s Physical Therapy program, Sophia is committed to ongoing education, mentoring, and inspiring the next generation of well-rounded, highly skilled physiotherapists.
With over 25 years of experience, Sophia founded Active Living Physiotherapy in 2012, bringing a one-on-one, client-centered model of care to Campbell River. The clinic is owner-operated, evidence-based, and known for delivering high-value physiotherapy care. Trusted by physicians and the community alike, Active Living Physiotherapy has become a leading destination for both patients and practitioners who value excellence.
Sophia has a particular passion for working with endurance athletes—including runners, cyclists, triathletes, swimmers, and Nordic skiers—as well as individuals navigating complex or persistent injuries. She is passionate about helping motivated individuals embrace active living—and keep moving for life.
Sophia and her clinic have been recognized multiple times as “Best Physiotherapist” and “Best Physiotherapy Clinic” in the Campbell River Mirror Readers’ Choice Awards. In 2025, her clinic was also honoured with the Campbell River Division of Family Practice Spirit Award for Excellence in Education, reflecting her commitment to clinical excellence and leadership and advancing the profession of physiotherapy.
Outside the clinic, Sophia is an active volunteer in the local school and sports community. She enjoys trail running, cross-country skiing, yoga, and biking—and can almost keep up with her twin teenage boys. Known for her energy and genuine passion for helping people stay active, Sophia’s philosophy of “Active Living” isn’t just the name of her clinic-—it’s how she lives.
Education
Bachelor of Physical and Health Education (1999)
Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy (1999)
Master of Science in Physical Therapy (2005)
Certificate of Advanced Manual & Manipulative Physiotherapy (2006)
Diploma of Advanced Manual & Manipulative Physiotherapy (2008)
Sport Physiotherapy Certificate (2009)
Experience
Over 25 years experience treating a variety of orthopaedic, sports, pre-and post-partum, peri-menopause, TMJ disorders, and arthritic populations
Clinical Instructor for UBC Faculty of Medicine Department of Physical Therapy
Physiotherapist at various international, national, and local triathlon, cycling, skiing, running, track and field, figure skating, ultimate frisbee, lacrosse, and rugby events
Recent Continuing Education Courses
Temporomandibular (TMJ) disorders and orofacial pain (2024)
UBC Gunn IMS (2021)
Scoliosis Management (2017)
Understanding Gait - from a neurological and orthopaedic perspective (2013)
Treatment of the abdominal wall after pregnancy (2012)
New advances in hip rehabilitation (2011)
Bike fit course (2008)
New trends in the prevention of running injuries (2008)
Rehabilitation of the runner (2008)
Accomplishments
Ironman Canada 2002 finisher (sub-12 hour); Half marathon PB of 1:35 (2009); Competed at World Masters Nordic Skiing event 2011 and Payak (50K skate ski race, Whistler) 2019; First Place, Best Physiotherapist, Reader’s Choice Awards, 2018 and 2019, Runner up 2020; CR Division of Family Practice Excellence in Education Award 2025; Proud Owner of Active Living Physiotherapy since 2012
