Uploaded December 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
I asked my doc to wear record my treatment so you could get a view from his perspective. Turned out good! I was blessed to have this man change my life and bring the quality of it up! He can for you too. I was a skeptic being let down before, but this is different. This is something everyone should have access too. I am not popular but I want to help others get the treatment they need and deserve. It is not just the patient that suffers, its the family and friends and the entire system.
Dr. Michael D Bastien
(604) 524-4959
Maps: https://g.co/kgs/vzq3gbD
Naturopathic Doctor
Dr. Michael Bastien
Book with Michael
Dr. Michael Bastien received his undergraduate degree in Kinesiology, specializing in rehabilitation and health, from Simon Fraser University. He then completed his Naturopathic medical training from the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine. From 2010 to 2019, he taught at Boucher as an instructor in the physical medicine department, spreading his passion for the profession. Since starting practice Dr. Bastien has completed training in prolotherapy, platelet rich plasma, ozone, prolozone, neural therapy, neuroprolotherapy, concussion identification and treatment, hormone replacement therapy (including the Millennium health center with Dr. Mark Gordon), functional dry needling, Myo-matrix release, ultrasonography, and pharmaceutical certification
As a child, Dr. Bastien was introduced to a variety of alternative medical practices including chiropractic care, massage therapy, botanical medicine, and homeopathy. This early introduction and desire to help people is what led him to choose naturopathic medicine as a career. His practice focuses on acute and chronic pain with a strong emphasis on prolotherapy and PRP while staying grounded in the core principles of health including digestive support and hormone regulation.
As a father of two young children, Dr. Bastien spends his free time running around the North Shore with the family and the fur baby named Boss. When any free time arises you may find him with his camera or experimenting with recipes at home.
Qualifications & Certifications
IV Nutrient Therapy
Advanced regenerative injection therapies: Prolotherapy and PRP
Neural Therapy
Concussion Identification and Treatment
Pharmaceutical Prescriptive Authority (BC)
Hormone Replacement Therapy
Traumatic Brain Injury with Dr. Mark Gordon
Acupuncture and Functional Dry Needling
Research:
my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/22426-prolotherapy
hopkinsmedicine.org/health/treatment-tests-and-therapies/plateletrich-plasma-prp-treatment
https://www.drstephanpraet.com.au/blog/posts/neural-prolotherapy-a-new-and-safe-treatment-for-musculoskeletal-pain-update
wellness.uoguelph.ca/news/what-intramuscular-stimulation-ims-physiotherapy-guelph#:~:text=Intramuscular%20Stimulation%20(IMS)%2C%20also,shown%20to%20relieve%20pain%20quickly!
I asked my doc to wear record my treatment so you could get a view from his perspective. Turned out good! I was blessed to have this man change my life and bring the quality of it up! He can for you too. I was a skeptic being let down before, but this is different. This is something everyone should have access too. I am not popular but I want to help others get the treatment they need and deserve. It is not just the patient that suffers, its the family and friends and the entire system.
Dr. Michael D Bastien
(604) 524-4959
Maps: https://g.co/kgs/vzq3gbD
Naturopathic Doctor
Dr. Michael Bastien
Book with Michael
Dr. Michael Bastien received his undergraduate degree in Kinesiology, specializing in rehabilitation and health, from Simon Fraser University. He then completed his Naturopathic medical training from the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine. From 2010 to 2019, he taught at Boucher as an instructor in the physical medicine department, spreading his passion for the profession. Since starting practice Dr. Bastien has completed training in prolotherapy, platelet rich plasma, ozone, prolozone, neural therapy, neuroprolotherapy, concussion identification and treatment, hormone replacement therapy (including the Millennium health center with Dr. Mark Gordon), functional dry needling, Myo-matrix release, ultrasonography, and pharmaceutical certification
As a child, Dr. Bastien was introduced to a variety of alternative medical practices including chiropractic care, massage therapy, botanical medicine, and homeopathy. This early introduction and desire to help people is what led him to choose naturopathic medicine as a career. His practice focuses on acute and chronic pain with a strong emphasis on prolotherapy and PRP while staying grounded in the core principles of health including digestive support and hormone regulation.
As a father of two young children, Dr. Bastien spends his free time running around the North Shore with the family and the fur baby named Boss. When any free time arises you may find him with his camera or experimenting with recipes at home.
Qualifications & Certifications
IV Nutrient Therapy
Advanced regenerative injection therapies: Prolotherapy and PRP
Neural Therapy
Concussion Identification and Treatment
Pharmaceutical Prescriptive Authority (BC)
Hormone Replacement Therapy
Traumatic Brain Injury with Dr. Mark Gordon
Acupuncture and Functional Dry Needling
Research:
my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/22426-prolotherapy
hopkinsmedicine.org/health/treatment-tests-and-therapies/plateletrich-plasma-prp-treatment
https://www.drstephanpraet.com.au/blog/posts/neural-prolotherapy-a-new-and-safe-treatment-for-musculoskeletal-pain-update
wellness.uoguelph.ca/news/what-intramuscular-stimulation-ims-physiotherapy-guelph#:~:text=Intramuscular%20Stimulation%20(IMS)%2C%20also,shown%20to%20relieve%20pain%20quickly!




![Men do anything for LOVE 💕 | see description!
Why men do anything for love (or anyone, really) can be understood through various psychological, sociological, and biological lenses:
Biological Drive:
Reproductive Success: From an evolutionary perspective, love and the drive to form stable relationships can be linked to the biological imperative to reproduce and ensure the survival of offspring. Men might engage in significant efforts or sacrifices to secure a partner who appears to be a good match for these goals.
Psychological Factors:
Emotional Fulfillment: Love provides emotional satisfaction, companionship, and reduces feelings of loneliness. The pursuit of love can be driven by a deep-seated need for connection and belonging, which are fundamental human needs according to psychological theories like Maslows hierarchy of needs.
Self-Expansion Theory: This suggests that people engage in relationships to expand their own capabilities, resources, and identity through their partner. Love can push individuals to do things they wouldnt normally do as part of this expansion.
Sociocultural Influences:
Cultural Expectations: Societal norms often dictate roles and behaviors in love and relationships. Men might feel pressure to perform acts of bravery, generosity, or sacrifice as part of traditional gender roles where men are seen as protectors or providers.
Media and Literature: Stories, songs, and films frequently romanticize the idea of doing extraordinary things for love, creating a cultural narrative that influences behavior.
Hormonal Influences:
Oxytocin and Dopamine: These chemicals play significant roles in bonding and pleasure. The rush of feeling in love, often described as being in love, can lead to behaviors where one might overlook personal safety or rational decision-making for the sake of the relationship.
Personal Identity and Growth:
Love as a Catalyst for Change: Relationships can lead to personal growth or transformation. Someone might go to great lengths for love because it challenges them to overcome personal limitations, learn new skills, or develop new aspects of their personality.
Fear of Loss:
Attachment Theory: The fear of losing a loved one can drive behaviors intended to maintain or strengthen the relationship. This can manifest in extreme actions if one feels the relationship is threatened.
While anything might be an exaggeration, these drives and influences collectively explain why love can motivate such profound actions. Its important to note that these motivations are not exclusive to men; women and people of all gender identities can act similarly under the influence of love. Love, in its many forms, fundamentally alters human behavior by prioritizing emotional and social connections over other considerations.
References:
Biological and Evolutionary:
Buss, D. M. (1988). From vigilance to violence: Tactics of mate retention in American undergraduates. Ethology and Sociobiology, 9(5), 291-317. [This study explores how humans might go to lengths to retain mates, aligning with evolutionary psychology.]
Psychological:
Maslow, A. H. (1943). A theory of human motivation. Psychological Review, 50(4), 370-396. [While not directly about love, Maslows hierarchy of needs includes love and belonging, illustrating the psychological importance of relationships.]
Aron, A., & Aron, E. N. (1986). Love and the Expansion of Self: Understanding Attraction and Satisfaction. [They introduce the Self-Expansion Model, which can explain why people might do anything for love.]
Sociocultural:
Hochschild, A. R. (1983). The Managed Heart: Commercialization of Human Feeling. University of California Press. [This book discusses how cultural norms influence emotional labor and thus behaviors in relationships.]
Giddens, A. (1992). The Transformation of Intimacy: Sexuality, Love and Eroticism in Modern Societies. Polity Press. [Explores how modern love has evolved, impacting behaviors and expectations in relationships.]
Hormonal and Neurological:
Fisher, H. E. (2004). Why We Love: The Nature and Chemistry of Romantic Love. Henry Holt and Co. [Discusses the role of chemicals like dopamine and oxytocin in love.] 💓
Bartels, A., & Zeki, S. (2000). The neural basis of romantic love. Neuroreport, 11(17), 3829-3834. [This study uses fMRI to show brain activity associated with love, linking it to behaviors.]
Attachment Theory:
Bowlby, J. (1969). Attachment and Loss: Volume I. Attachment. Basic Books. [Provides foundational knowledge on attachment which can drive behaviors in adult relationships.]
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