How Valeo Health Leverages VO2 Master Testing to Elevate Care for Patients, Athletes, and First Responders

Valeo Health, led by Dr. Shannon Snow, combines chiropractic care, exercise physiology, and metabolic testing to deliver full-circle patient care. With a clinic that integrates treatment space and a gym, Valeo supports both general population clients and tactical professionals such as firefighters, police, and divers.

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"I wanted to bring a device on board that would give me, quick, accurate data and then not break the bank in what I'm doing"
-Dr. Shannon Snow, Valeo Health

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Unlocking New Markets with VO2 Master

By integrating VO2 Master testing, Dr. Shannon Snow and Valeo Health expanded far beyond traditional clinic services into three new markets. Fire halls now use VO2 Master testing in hiring and performance standards, providing objective fitness data for firefighter readiness. Underwater construction companies require VO2 certification to ensure divers meet minimum thresholds for safe deployment. Meanwhile, corporate wellness programs are funding pre- and post-testing for employees, rewarding measurable improvements in cardiovascular fitness. Together, these markets have positioned Valeo Health as a trusted partner for both individual care and organizational performance.

The Challenge: Making Metabolic Testing Accessible and Practical

For years, metabolic testing was restricted to large, expensive lab-based carts that were impractical for most clinics. Dr. Snow wanted a solution that was:

Portable enough to use on a treadmill, track, or even at fire halls
Affordable without compromising accuracy
Fast and user-friendly so patients could get results immediately

Valeo Health needed a tool that could integrate into daily clinic operations, support multiple practitioners, and expand into both athletic and tactical performance testing.

VO2 Master set the standard from the beginning. It’s simple, accurate, and portable—and I haven’t seen anything else that comes close in about ten years of use. Patients love the instant feedback, and it’s transformed how we deliver care.”

– Dr. Shannon Snow, Valeo Health

The Solution: VO2 Master Testing Anywhere

Valeo Health integrated VO2 Master into its care model, enabling:

On-site testing for VO2 Max and Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) directly in the clinic’s gym space
Tactical applications, including firefighter testing in full gear and VO2 certifications for specific professions like underwater construction workers
Corporate wellness initiatives, where companies sponsor employees to test, train, and retest VO2 Max as part of long-term health programs and enhancing team culture
Educational outreach, teaching local high school students about cardiovascular fitness and letting them administer tests hands-on

Dr. Snow also trained kinesiologists, chiropractors, and physiotherapists in the clinic to administer tests, making VO2 Master a core service across the entire practice.

We can put a patient on a treadmill and get these numbers within 20 minutes and then I can sit down with the patient and I can go through the data instantly and then give them direct objective findings.”

– Dr. Shannon Snow, Valeo Health

The Results: Growth, Retention, and Real-World Impact

VO2 Master testing has fueled Valeo Health’s expansion into new markets while enriching care for existing patients:

Consistent revenue stream: 15–20 VO2 Master tests per month at $150 per session, with scalability as more practitioners adopt testing
New client acquisition: Fire halls, corporations, and tactical professions now contract directly with Valeo for pre-employment and ongoing fitness standards
Higher patient retention: Clients return for retests every 4–6 months to track progress, reinforcing long-term engagement
Community impact: VO2 Master testing is now used in firefighter hiring processes and required certifications for divers—making cardiovascular fitness a workplace standard

For general population patients, VO2 Master testing has delivered powerful “aha moments.” By showing clients their training zones and emphasizing the importance of Zone 2 cardio, Dr. Snow helps them achieve fitness goals more efficiently without overtraining.

I wanted to bring a device on board that would give me, quick, accurate data and then not break the bank in what I’m doing”

– Dr. Shannon Snow, Valeo Health

Ready to bring VO2 Master to your facility?

Talk to our solutions team about demos, pricing, and partnership opportunities—and discover how portable metabolic testing can transform your business.

“I wanted to bring a device on board that would give me, quick, accurate data and then not break the bank in what I’m doing.“