Chiropractic is a regulated primary-contact health care profession that centers on the musculoskeletal system and nervous system. Derived from the Greek words “chiro” and “praxis” meaning “done by hand”, Chiropractors practice a manual approach, provide a diagnosis, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide education around injury prevention.

No. Chiropractors are one of the largest primary-contact health professions in Ontario. The public can access chiropractic care without a referral.

Our main objective on your first visit is to take a thorough health history so that we can get to know you, understand your needs and goals. Next, a physical exam will be performed so that we can determine what your issues are, their cause, and then determine how best to address them. You will be provided with an explanation of your condition and we will present you with treatment options that you can choose. If we determine that your health concerns, or condition would be best suited to another health professional, we will refer you to the appropriate person. We believe in the importance of collaborative care to better serve our patients.

No. Certain conditions may require imaging to rule out more serious conditions or to assist us in reaching a diagnosis. This allows us to develop a treatment plan that is best suited to you and your condition. If we determine that diagnostic imaging, and or any other specialized tests are necessary in your case, we will refer you to the appropriate professional.

Another term for adjustment is joint manipulation. Chiropractors will often use manipulation as one of their tools to help restore function in a joint. This will help reduce pain, muscle spasms, and increase ranges of motion.

Adjustment of a joint may result in the release of a gas bubble from between the joints. It is caused by the change in pressure within the joint.

Many insurance companies have benefits covering all or part of the cost for care. It is important to check your personal insurance benefits to determine what is covered by your plan. Payment at the clinic is due at the time of service. We will provide you with the appropriate receipts so that you may submit to your insurance company for reimbursement.

We only direct bill in certain circumstances. We will bill claims to Blue Cross Insurance for our Veterans, Military and for members of the RCMP. We are also an approved Service Provider registered with FSCO (Financial and Services Commission of Ontario), that allows us to bill directly to automobile insurance companies, for patients that have been injured in motor vehicle accidents. We are also registered providers with WSIB (Workplace Safety and Insurance Board) and we bill directly to WSIB on behalf of injured workers that have an approved claim.

Patients consult Chiropractors for various reasons. Some of the common conditions treated with great success are: headaches, neck pain, back pain (upper, middle or low back), and other types of joint pains like shoulder, knee, and hip. Chiropractors also deal with nerve pain related to disc problems in the spine, and various nerve entrapment conditions. Chiropractors address gait, and foot problems that may be causing the body to compensate and develop into other health issues. Even if you don’t experience symptoms, chiropractic care can be an excellent add-on as part of your preventive health strategies, as it helps to maintain joint function and a healthy spine.

Chiropractors are trained in how to assess, diagnose and deliver a treatment plan that manages each individual’s specific health issues and condition. When patients have had specialized tests such x-ray imaging, ultrasounds, bone density studies, CT-Scans, and MRIs, our Chiropractors collaborate with your physicians and or imaging centres (for example - hospitals), to obtain all of your latest reports. That way this allows our Chiropractors to design a treatment plan that is best suited to individual patient needs, and health status. In the case of patients with osteoporosis (weakened bones due to low bone mineral density), where the Chiropractor determines that manual manipulation is not suitable, patients that require care can be treated using other options like, various gentle soft tissue techniques, modalities, kinesio taping, acupuncture and the design of specific exercises to address their needs and condition. Chiropractors are trained to use the best available evidence and clinical expertise to determine the treatment strategies best suited for the age, size and health status of each patient.

Care can help provide relief from pain, related to headaches, neck and back pain. It can improve your flexibility and range of motion. It can improve your posture, and help prevent work-related muscle and joint injuries. It can lead to enhanced athletic performance. A visit to the Chiropractor can help you feel, move and live better.

We serve a broad range of people from all walks of life, spanning all the stages of life from the young to our seniors. We care for injured workers, and for people who have suffered injuries from falls, and motor vehicle accidents. We treat athletes to help enhance their performance and to address sport related traumas. Reduced mobility and aging joints are common challenges faced by many seniors. Treatments are geared to optimize their joint function and to enhance their quality of life. We also support and guide individuals that want to maintain wellness with their care. We offer prenatal, postnatal and pediatric care. Pregnancy and childbirth can be physically challenging on the bodies of both mother and child. As well when children become older, prolonged sitting, carrying heavy backpacks and regular use of digital devices and video games, can create problems in their developing spine.

There are many ways to adjust the spine, and several adjusting techniques used to accommodate a wide variety of patients and their needs. One of the main adjusting techniques used in our clinic is called Diversified technique. We also use specialized tables with drop away pieces to allow for a very gentle and effective chiropractic adjustment. We also use Activator adjusting techniques, and Webster technique for prenatal and pediatric care. Chiropractors are trained to consider the unique circumstances of each patient, and we select the best care plan suited to the age, size and health condition of our patients.

We offer a number of therapies to address our patient’s needs. We offer acupuncture, treatment modalities like interferential current therapy, KinesioTaping, instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization which is a manual approach to treating musculoskeletal injuries using specifically designed tools. Our main approach is to treat patients with chiropractic care by manually manipulating the joints of the spine or extremities. Often this is referred to as “Adjustments”. This is a non-invasive form of manual therapy, used to reduce pain, improve joint mobility and restore proper function. We also design rehabilitation exercise programs, provide lifestyle advice and education on proper ergonomics for the prevention of injuries. We offer custom orthotics which are biomechanical appliances used to address specific foot imbalances that can impact the rest of the body. Our clinic also carries a number of health-related products such as pillows, back cushions for cars or office chairs, supportive footwear, and non-custom made Superfeet insoles. We order various braces according to the need and size of the individual and can order various fitness tools such as exercise bands.

After patients get the relief they want, they often continue with periodic care. These visits can help support the final stages of healing for the condition that brought you to the clinic in the first place. Periodic visits can also help detect and resolve new problems before they become more serious. The choice is always up to the patient as to which type of care and treatment plan they choose.