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People Chiropractic

Chiropractic is a hands-on therapy that focuses on the health and function of the spine and nervous system. The spine and skull support and protect our brain and spinal cord (our nervous system) and the nervous system controls every part of the body – allowing us to move, breathe, eat, digest and function day-to-day. 

Chiropractic focuses on removing interference to the messages relayed by our nervous system between the brain and body, allowing us to function with more mobility, ease and efficiency. This message interference is caused by dysfunctional movement in parts of the spine and can occur due to injuries, poor posture, stress and toxins. The less interference there is to the nervous system, the healthier we are in both mind and body.

What do Chiropractors treat?

  • Hip Pain

  • Knee Pain

  • Ankle sprains

  • Plantar Fasciitis 

  • Foot and Ankle Pain

  • Digestive Issues

  • Numbness & Tingling

  • Muscle weakness

  • Repetitive Strain Injuries

  • Myofascial Pain Syndromes (widespread muscle pain) 

  • Sprains & Strains

  • Poor Posture

  • Low back pain

  • Upper and Midback Pain

  • Neck Pain

  • TMJ disorders (Jaw pain)

  • Headaches & migraines

  • Concussion symptoms

  • Whiplash 

  • Shoulder and Rotator Cuff Pain

  • Tennis and Golfer’s Elbow

  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

  • Wrist and finger Pain

  • Rib Pain

Pre & Post Pregnancy

As wonderful as pregnancy is, not all mother’s experience it the same. Many of us experience upper and low back pain, headaches, rib, groin and pubic bone pain, foot and leg pain, indigestion and other conditions that can take away from the experience.

There are a variety of gentle Chiropractic techniques, including but not limited to Webster Technique, designed to help balance the pelvis as well as alleviate strain and discomfort during pregnancy.

Craniosacral Therapy

Craniosacral Therapy is a gentle, hands-on method of evaluating and enhancing the function of a body system called the craniosacral system – comprised of the membranes and fluid that surround and protect the brain and spinal cord.

Using a soft touch, restrictions in the membranes are released, improving the flow of fluid around the nervous system and allowing for overall increased healing and function of the body.

Craniosacral therapy is effective for a wide range of health problems associated with pain and dysfunction, including:

  • Headaches and Migraine

  • Concussion symptoms

  • Spinal cord Injuries

  • Chronic Neck and Back Pain

  • Colic

  • Orthopaedic concerns

  • Digestive problems

  • Chronic Fatigue

  • Stress and Tension-Related Problems

  • Fibromyalgia and other Myofascial Pain Syndromes

  • Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (jaw pain)

  • Neurovascular or Immune Disorders

Orthotics

Orthotics are custom made inserts that are worn in footwear to correct abnormal foot alignment, support proper foot mechanics and to help improve shock absorption and postural alignment. Orthotics can help reduce pain felt in the feet, ankles, knees, hips and lower back and can be an important part of patient care.

If you have insurance coverage for custom orthotics, the appropriate documentation will be provided for you to be reimbursed by your insurance company.

Orthotics can help with:

  • Low Back Pain

  • Plantar Fasciitis

  • Bunions

  • Flat Feet

  • High Arches

  • Heel Spurs

  • Ankle Pain

  • Foot pain

  • Toe pain

  • Calf pain

  • Knee pain

  • Hip pain

Animal Chiropractic-
Horses, Dogs, Cats and other furries

Much like human care, animal chiropractic is a gentle and effective manual therapy aimed at correcting dysfunctional movement patterns in the joints and muscles of the body. Spinal mobility issues in animals can interfere with the function and performance of the nervous system and overall health and comfort of the animal. Animal chiropractic is meant to be used as a compliment to your animal’s veterinary care.

Signs your animal may need chiropractic care can be subtle as most animals tend to mask their pain. As such, being attuned to even mild changes in their behaviour is helpful i.e, decreased energy or appetite, sleeping more, aggressive or sad, or perhaps just hasn’t been their usual self.

Signs your dog or cat could benefit from chiropractic care:

  • Reluctance to get up/lie down, jump up/down or use stairs

  • Keeping head low or tucking tail under

  • Difficulty squatting or lifting leg to urinate

  • Constant scratching or licking of certain area of body (can present as lick granuloma)

  • Reluctance to wear collars and harnesses

  • Decreased or changed performance in athlete

  • Newborn puppy having trouble moving around

  • Just seems “off”

  • Sensitivity to touch

  • Uncharacteristic biting or warning growls

  • Lameness and limping

  • Sitting or lying with legs to one side

  • Muscle atrophy or shrinking/wasting

  • Weakness

  • Abnormal gait: includes short-striding, overreaching, side-winding, crabbing, bunny-hopping, pacing, stumbling, splaying of hind legs and head-bobbing

Signs your horse could benefit from chiropractic care:

  • Avoiding being tacked up or groomed

  • Reluctance to move forward/poor collection

  • Reluctance to bend

  • Difficult lead transfers

  • Dropping under pressure

  • Refusing jumps

  • General stiffness

  • Asymmetric posture or gait

  • Change in athletic performance and attitude to work

  • Muscle atrophy or shrinking/wasting

  • Poor topline

  • Roached topline

  • Being grumpy or “off”