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At Health Matters Chiropractic Centre, we take your health seriously. We understand that there is no simple 'one-size-fits-all' approach to healthcare. That's why we tailor our treatments to suit your individual needs – all in an effort to provide care that fits every patient's unique definition of health.
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Professional Health Care Services
Chiropractic
Eight out of ten Canadians will experience back pain at some point in their lives. Any shift in your spine's normal position can put pressure on the joints, muscles and nerves in your back, causing symptoms such as:
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Back Pain With or Without Leg Pain, Numbness, Tingling and/or Weakness
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Back Of Leg Pain When Coughing or Sneezing
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Difficultly Standing Up After Prolonged Sitting
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Stiffness in the Morning That Decreases With Movement
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Pain in Your Hip, Buttock, Thigh, Knee or Foot
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Inability to Turn or Bend to Each Side Equally
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Unbalanced Posture
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Pain which Prevents You from Sleeping Well
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Back Pain Related to Pregnancy
Chiropractic care is not restricted only to the joints of the spine and is a safe and effective treatment for adults, children and seniors.
Our chiropractors will treat your pain by addressing the cause, assisting your body to heal itself naturally, letting you live life to its fullest.
Is chiropractic care safe?
Chiropractic is a conservative approach to health that avoids invasive surgery or medication. Chiropractic care is safer than back surgery, muscle relaxants, and even aspirin. A comprehensive history and examination shows the exact areas of the spine that may be causing joint fixation or nerve irritation. This also allows the doctor to determine the best course of care for each individual patient and condition.
What are those cracking sounds?
They are gas pockets releasing in the fluids between your joints. This sound is not necessary for a successful adjustment and it is not your bones rubbing against each other.
What is an adjustment?
A chiropractic adjustment is the use of a specific force in a precise direction that helps normalize spinal function. The adjustment is applied to a joint that is fixated, "locked up", or not moving properly. Adjustments help to re-align your spine and add motion to the spinal joints, thus helping your spine gradually return to its normal position. By doing this, the adjustment releases tension or stress from the surrounding spinal nerves and spinal cord, leading to relief, improved nerve function and ultimately improved health.
If I start chiropractic care do I have to keep going forever?
Absolutely not. Similar to exercise, a person can begin, stop, or continue chiropractic adjustments as desired. Spinal adjustments do not have an addicting effect, nor do they create a condition whereby a person is worse off after receiving spinal adjustments. Simply put, regular chiropractic check-ups and adjustments help to ensure that you can enjoy your life to the fullest extent in a body that feels and performs at its personal best!
Registered Massage Therapy Services
Massage therapy is effective in obtaining relief from a variety of musculoskeletal, nervous, respiratory and circulatory concerns. Massage provides benefits to people of all ages in treating conditions such as:
Acupuncture
Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese system of therapy. It makes use of the relationship between various meridians (channels) within our bodies. Although Western science does not yet have all the answers, evidence is overwhelming that this form of medicine is very effective in treating conditions such as:
Orthotics
Our foot and ankle are made up of 28 bones which provide structural stability and support for the entire body. Even the smallest misalignments of muscles and joints can cause many different problems including:
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Localized Foot Pain
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Bunions & Hammer Toes
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Arch & Heel Pain
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Leg & Knee Pain
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Hip, Back & Even Neck Pain
Laser Therapy
Health Matters Chiropractic Centre also provides patients with phototherapy, also known as light and laser therapy; a safe and highly effective treatment method that offers a rapid, drug-free, non-invasive healing solution. The MedX Phototherapy Treatment Systems enhance patient outcomes by accelerating tissue healing, reducing pain and decreasing edema and inflammation. By incorporating phototherapy treatments, patients will experience improved treatment results for a number of conditions such as: arthritis, muscle tension and spasms, acute and chronic pain, post-operative wounds, carpal tunnel, tendonitis and other types of conditions. The MedX devices provide unique advantages to other forms of phototherapy for the varying needs of patients.
Physiotherapy
Enhancing Health and Well-being Through Movement and Rehabilitation
Physiotherapy is dedicated to improving and restoring movement, function, and quality of life for individuals of all ages. Also known as physical therapy, it involves the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of a wide range of physical conditions, injuries, and disabilities. Physiotherapy services play a crucial role in helping individuals recover from injuries, manage chronic pain, prevent future health issues, and optimize overall well-being.
The foundation of physiotherapy service lies in the comprehensive assessment of a patient's physical condition, including their mobility, strength, flexibility, and posture. Physiotherapists utilize various assessment techniques, such as manual examination, range of motion testing, and specialized tools, to identify the underlying causes of pain, dysfunction, or impairment. Based on the assessment findings, a personalized treatment plan is devised, tailored to meet the specific needs and goals of each individual.
The treatment methods employed by us are diverse. Common treatment modalities encompass:
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Exercise Therapy: Prescribed exercises targeting specific muscle groups, joint mobility, and overall physical conditioning. These exercises help improve strength, flexibility, endurance, and coordination.
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Manual Therapy: Hands-on techniques, such as joint mobilization, soft tissue manipulation, and massage, aimed at reducing pain, restoring joint mobility, and enhancing tissue healing.
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Electrotherapy: The application of electrical currents, such as ultrasound, transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS), and electrical muscle stimulation (EMS), to alleviate pain, reduce inflammation, and promote tissue repair.
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Rehabilitation: Post-injury or post-surgical programs focused on regaining function, enhancing mobility, and promoting recovery through progressive exercises, balance training, and gait retraining.
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Respiratory Therapy: Techniques to improve lung function and respiratory muscle strength, including breathing exercises, airway clearance techniques, and the use of respiratory devices.
Benefits of Physiotherapy:
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Pain Relief: Physiotherapists employ various techniques to alleviate pain, reduce inflammation, and promote healing, enabling individuals to manage chronic pain conditions and recover from acute injuries.
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Improved Mobility and Function: Through targeted exercises, manual therapy, and rehabilitation programs, physiotherapy helps restore and enhance mobility, flexibility, and overall physical function.
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Injury Prevention: Physiotherapists assess movement patterns, identify biomechanical issues, and provide guidance on proper body mechanics and ergonomics to prevent future injuries and optimize performance.
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Management of Chronic Conditions: Physiotherapy plays a vital role in managing chronic conditions such as arthritis, back pain, stroke, and neurological disorders, improving patients' quality of life and independence.
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Enhanced Sports Performance: Athletes can benefit from physiotherapy by receiving specialized training programs, injury prevention strategies, and sports-specific rehabilitation to optimize performance and reduce the risk of sports-related injuries.
Our Physiotherapy services include a wide range of interventions designed to restore, improve, and maintain your physical function, mobility, and overall well-being. Through the skilled application of assessment techniques and treatment modalities, our physiotherapist will play a crucial role in helping individuals recover from injuries, manage chronic conditions, prevent future health issues, and optimize their quality of life.
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Muscle Fatigue & Soreness
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Postural Imbalances
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Sports Injuries (Tendonitis, Sprains or Strains)
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Chronic Fatigue & Fibromyalgia
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Whiplash
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Repetitive Strain Injuries (Carpal Tunnel & Thoracic Outlet Syndromes)
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Lower Back & Sciatic Pain
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Migraine & Tension Headaches
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Chronic Stress & Tension
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Tempromandibular Joint Syndrome (TMJ)
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Osteo & Rheumatoid Arthritis
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Constipation
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Discomforts of Pregnancy
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Respiratory Concerns (Asthma & Bronchitis)
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Post-Surgery Rehabilitation
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Neurological Conditions (MS & Parkinson's)
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Circulatory Problems
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Frozen Shoulder
Individuals, in all walks of life can enjoy the benefits of massage therapy. If you are a stressed-out executive, a student, a laborer, a stay-at-home mom or a professional athlete, massage therapy will aid you on the road to recovery, well-being or maintaining your level of health. Massage therapy can help release muscular tension and pain, reduce mental and physical fatigue, reduce stress, and promote faster healing.
Is it safe for a woman who is pregnant to receive massage therapy?
Yes. Massage therapy has been proven to be safe and effective in treating the discomforts of pregnancy. Consult your physician before seeking massage therapy.
Is Infant Massage Safe?
Yes. Research shows that infant massage helps stimulate growth, improves digestion and sleep patterns and is an effective means of bonding for the infant and parent.
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Acute or Chronic Pain Control
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Headache/Migraines
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Colds/Sinusitis/Flu
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Acute Bronchitis or Asthma
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Toothache & Neuralgia
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Digestion & Bowel Problems
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Golfer's Elbow
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Frozen Shoulder
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Tennis Elbow
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Hip & Knee Pain
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Lower Back Pain & Sciatica
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Osteoarthritis
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Radicular (Nerve) Pain
Our treatment will focus on balancing and harmonizing the entire person, often enhancing immune function and overall wellness.
Orthotics help to restore the normal balance and support to our feet which are the foundation of our entire body. Our chiropractors will perform a biomechanical evaluation of your feet and create foam molds which are sent to an Orthotic lab where a custom made orthotic appliance is created.
Phototherapy uses light energy to penetrate the skin's surface and underlying tissues. Much like photosynthesis, phototherapy provides light energy to your body's cells to increase their function and to stimulate your body's natural healing process, safely and easily.
Phototherapy has been shown to accelerate healing by 40% and it can be used on patients of all ages.
