Chiropractic

 

What is chiropractic?

One of the largest primary care professions, chiropractic is an evidence-informed, non-invasive, hands-on health care discipline that focuses on the neuromusculoskeletal system.

Chiropractors practice primarily using their hands, providing diagnosis, treatment and preventive care for disorders related to the spine, pelvis, nervous system and other joints.

Chiropractors use a combination of treatments, depending on the specific needs of the individual patient. After taking a history, performing an examination and establishing a diagnosis, a chiropractor can develop and carry out a comprehensive treatment/management plan, recommend therapeutic exercise and other non-invasive therapies, and provide nutritional and lifestyle counselling.

One of the most common therapies a chiropractor uses is adjusting, which can comprise a variety of techniques. Specific training allows chiropractors to provide highly-skilled and precise adjustments to the vertebrae of the spine and other joints, correcting joint motion to restore proper movement and improve function.

For many conditions, such as low back pain, chiropractic care is the primary method of treatment. When a multi-disciplinary approach is advisable, a chiropractor will coordinate care with other health care professionals. Where other conditions exist, chiropractic care may complement or support medical or other treatment by relieving the musculoskeletal aspects associated with the condition.

Chiropractic care may also be used to provide symptomatic relief for patients with chronic conditions.

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Why should I seek chiropractic care?

There are many reasons to seek chiropractic care:

  • Back pain

  • Neck pain

  • Headache

  • Whiplash

  • Strains and sprains

  • Repetitive strain injury (RSI)

  • Work and sports injuries

  • Arthritis

  • Limited range of motion in the back, shoulder, neck or limbs

  • Various pediatric conditions

  • Simply wanting to stay active and thrive

Chiropractic is a regulated health profession, recognized by statute in all Canadian provinces and American states. Millions of patients rely on chiropractic care every year to help them live healthy, active lives.

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Doctor of Chiropractic, Dr. Kristen Sutherland

Chiropractic Assistant, Carolyn Trenholm-MacDonald

Price List

Initial Visit: $100.00

Report of Findings: $55.00

Adjustment: $45.00

Reassessment: $55.00

Reactivation: $80.00

Orthotic Insert Fitting: $400.00

Concussion Screening: $60