Move without limits
Chiropractic
Rather than focusing on limitations or a 'fix-it' approach, I emphasize resiliency and potential. My goal is to demonstrate through movement, education and the right mindset that no activity is off the table.
My approach to care is not one-size-fits-all. Whether addressing acute or chronic pain, working with infants, athletes or any other individuals, I am dedicated to creating sustainable solutions that cater to each person's unique needs.
Movement is medicine.
Working towards better health.
Whether it's chronic low back pain or an ACL tear, I help you push towards your goals, defined by you. Through a comprehensive assessment, we discover your baseline and I use my expertise and knowledge to build a plan that takes you where you need to go.
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FAQs
What can a Chiropractor help with?
Chiropractors are spine, muscle and nervous system experts in assessing, diagnosing, treating and developing care plans to keep you moving and pain-free. Our expertise encompasses all musculoskeletal complaints, from neck pain, back pain, arthritis, shoulder pain, ankle sprains, certain types of headaches, concussions, acute/chronic sport and occupational injuries, plantar fasciitis, etc! Like any professional field, each chiropractor brings unique educational backgrounds, post-graduate training, and certifications to client care, resulting in varied approaches from clinician to clinician. My clinical practice encompasses clients from 5 days old to 99 years old. Athletes, gardeners, and carpenters. Active people and not so active people. Rest assured, my tailored approach is aimed at providing personalized care to address your specific needs and preferences. However, you can bet I am doing my best to convert the non-movers to movers!
Do Chiropractors just 'crack backs'?
This is a common misconception. Chiropractors are manual therapists, yet the breadth of our knowledge is much more than this. My training obviously involves more than chiropractic adjustments (see the FAQ above). More than that, I am a clinician who partners with my clients to help them solve whatever problem they are experiencing. Current research supports a comprehensive approach to musculoskeletal pain, of which manual therapy (including mobilization/manipulation) is just one aspect. I use manual therapy as a tool to help de-sensitize painful tissues, to improve range of motion and to help calm the nervous system. I utilize various techniques based on the condition and the person's preferences. Some techniques include: spinal and extremity joint mobilizations and manipulations (adjustments), various soft-tissue release techniques, nerve gliding protocols, cupping therapy, percussive therapy, electrical stimulation (TENS), Kinesio-taping and athletic taping.
In addition to that, my main focus is to help my clients improve their health and build function with therapeutic exercise, stretching/mobility, stability and strength training, and provide tools to manage other lifestyle factors, etc.
I've tried Chiro/Physio before and it didn't work, how are you different?
Many times when people have 'failed' chiropractic or physiotherapy, they just haven't found the right fit yet for their particular problem. If manual therapy (chiropractic adjustments, dry needling, massage, etc) was the sole focus of treatment, with no progressive rehabilitation plan, then you have not failed conservative management - the plan is what failed you. Manual therapy is not the first-line treatment recommendation for the majority of musculoskeletal conditions - patient education and physical exercise is. If exercise was prescribed, it is often way too easy and didn't move the needle in terms of function. Pain often decreases when our tissue's functional capacity increases, when people understand their condition and are reassured that they are safe to move. This is accomplished with a person-centred progressive plan that prepares your body for the demands of whatever activity you are struggling with.
Should I see a Chiropractor or a Physiotherapist?
The simple answer is you should work with someone who you trust and respect, who you feel has your best interest at heart, and who provides you with high-value individualized care. A practitioner who is up-to-date on the latest research for musculoskeletal conditions will not look that much different, regardless if they are a chiropractor or a physiotherapist. As an example, there is not a 'Chiropractor Clinical Practice Guideline' for ankle sprains. There is just the most recent Clinical Practice Guideline for ankle sprains. Building a solid therapeutic relationship is more important than someone's title. The road to recovery is not a linear process, there are ups and downs, successes and setbacks. It can be uncertain, frustrating, painful. Rewarding, motivating, and fun. This process is the reason we need to foster a trusting relationship. This can take some trial and error, but I encourage those struggling with pain to keep searching for this partnership. If I am not the right fit for you, I will do my best to find you someone who is.
How are techniques altered for Paediatric care?
The goal of care is similar to adults - to improve function - but it does look a little different. Any body work performed is slow, gentle and baby/child-led, meaning I work with what they let me do, never forcing a stretch or position. I do not perform high velocity spinal adjustments on infants. When performing Paediatric Manual Therapy (PMT), the pressure used on joints and muscles is similar to that of what you would use to check a ripe avocado - very light.
Do you take insurance?
Yep - at Ridgeline Wellness in Telkwa, direct billing to most insurance providers and ICBC is provided to our clients as a service. I do not offer direct billing for virtual clients at this time. Please reach out if you have any questions! .