Garrison - 604 846-1834 • Midtown - 604 391-1386
Our Services and Programs
We believe in our team's passion to deliver the most well-rounded, diverse group of programming that would solve anyone's health concerns. We offer many programs as a stand alone option or can combine to meet your health needs.
Contact us today to book at 604.846.1834
CONCUSSION MANAGEMENT
Post-concussion and traumatic brain injuries impact many people and some common symptoms include:
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Headache
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Dizziness and balance impairment
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Decreased cognitive function
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Lack of coordination
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Light and sound sensitivity
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Emotional reactions
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Disturbed sleep patterns
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Tinnitus- ringing in the ears
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Fatigue and decreased physical/ cognitive endurance
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Difficulty with computer use
Although most symptoms typically improve on their own some do not and extra help is needed and you may be appropriate for a concussion program.
During your time at the clinic you will be assessed and an individualized program will be developed to assist you with your presenting difficulties. The program can include Physiotherapy, Vestibular Rehabilitation, Occupational Therapy, Registered Massage Therapy, Psychology, Chiropractic Care and Kinesiology interventions. The frequency and the therapists involved in your care will depend on your initial assessments. Following assessment, you are provided with a care plan which is utilized to guide treatment to lead to symptom reduction.
The goal at the end of the program is to replace maladaptive coping and assist with increasing occupational performance and symptom management. A discharge plan is created to ensure ongoing recovery post program.
The program length can range from 2-10 weeks depending on the presenting issues and goals. The daily length of the time can also vary depending on your cognitive tolerance and will likely increase as the program progresses and tolerances increase.
The program can include the following treatment and assessment elements; however, as discussed above it is individualized based on initial assessment findings:
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Cognitive testing using standardized assessment tools
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Cognitive remediation exercises designed for your specific needs and learning compensatory strategies
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Balance and Vestibular assessment and rehabilitation
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Range of motion testing and strength testing
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Individualized exercise programs utilizing the return to play concussion guidelines
PERSONAL TRAINING
Our Kinesiologists are well equipped and educated to provide you with personal training services to help you meet your individual goals.
Whether your goal is to participate in your first triathlon, recover from a trail running injury or get up the Promontory Stairs for the first time our team can help you develop a realistic plan that works within your schedule and budget to achieve your goals.
We complete a full Initial Assessment as well as full program design that is tailored to your exact goals.
To book an Initial Assessment call us at 604.846.1834
COMPLETE CONCUSSION MANAGEMENT
Concussion Assessments, Treatment & Rehabilitation for children aged 7-18 and adults who suffered a concussion. A thorough assessment and the right treatment approach can help patients and athletes safely recover from a concussion.
Rest is no longer considered the best approach to concussion care. Research shows that early intervention of various therapies can improve recovery outcomes.
Our Chiropractors are Certified by Complete Concussion Management Inc. and offer the following:
- Multimodal Baseline Testing (for any child or adult)
- Return to Learn, Work and Play
- Exercise Therapy
- Manual Therapy
- Vestibular Rehabilitation & Vision Therapy
- Diet & Nutritional Intervention
- Education & Reassurance
For more information on the program and additional resources around concussion rehabilitation, please visit https://completeconcussions.com/
BLOOD FLOW RESTRICTION THERAPY
Blood flow restriction (BFR) therapy is a way to increase strength or endurance with light weight or slow movement. If you are injured, using BFR can help increase strength or endurance without stressing the injured area with heavy loads or prolonged movement.
BFR utilizes a specialized wide tourniquet at the top of the arms or legs to limit arterial flow and slow venous return. The tourniquet pressure is determined by a special machine that assesses the minimal amount of pressure needed based on your individual blood pressure.
If you are injured you may not be able to load your injured area sufficiently to stimulate muscle growth. With blood flow restriction training you can utilize light loads to stimulate muscle growth while still protecting the damaged tissue.
Potential Indications for PBFR include but are not limited to:
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Knee Reconstructions
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Cartilage Repairs
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Tendon Repairs
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Extremity Fractures
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Inflammatory Myopathies
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Muscle Strains
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Joint Sprains
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Nerve Injuries (where muscle is still partially innervated)
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Rotator Cuff Repairs
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Symptomatic Osteoarthritis of the Knee, Hip, Ankle, and Shoulder
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Tendinopathy
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Arthroscopies
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General Debility, Weakness, or Sarcopenia
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Impingement Syndromes of the Hip and Shoulder
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Total Joint Replacement
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Musculoskeletal Trauma
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Spinal Pathology
To book a consultation with Physiotherapist Blair call 604.846.1834 or book online HERE. For more information on Blood Flow Restriction click HERE or HERE.
SHOCKWAVE THERAPY
Shockwave is an acoustic wave which carries high energy to painful spots and myoskeletal tissues with subacute, subchronic and chronic conditions. The energy promotes regeneration and reparative processes of the bones, tendons and other soft tissues.
The kinetic energy of the projectile, created by compressed air, is transferred to the transmitter at the end of the applicator and further into the tissue.
BENEFITS of Shockwave:
~ New Blood Vessel Formation
~ Reverse of Chronic Inflammation
~ Stimulation of Collagen Production
~ Dissolution of Calcified Fibroblasts
~ Release of Trigger Points
INDICATIONS:
~ Jumper's Knee
~ Painful Shoulder
~ Tennis Elbow
~ Heel Spur
~ Insertion Pain
~ Chronic Tendinopothy
~ Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome
~ Calcifications
~ Hip Pain
To book a consultation with Dr. Brad, call 604.846.1834 or book online HERE. For more information on Shockwave Therapy, click HERE
HOT/ COLD STONE MASSAGE THERAPY
The effectiveness of this technique lies in the use of heat as well as alternating temperature. The main function of massage is to increase circulation in tight tissues. Massage dilates the blood vessels flushing the tight area with fresh blood flow. Now imagine doing that WHILE holding a hot stone. The use of heat really speeds blood flow into the tissue much quicker than hands alone can accomplish.
When the RMT encounters an area that is particularly tight they can choose to alternate between hot and cold stones to dilate and constrict the vessels. This acts like a pump bringing in fresh oxygenated blood¨ mobilizating waste products that were trapped¨ and then pushing it all back out of the tissue when the constricting cold stone is introduced. The RMT can alternate between hot and cold stones several times if needed.
IMS DRY NEEDLING
Physical therapists use dry needling with the goal of releasing or inactivating trigger points to relieve pain or improve range of motion. Preliminary research supports that dry needling improves:
- pain control
- reduces muscle tension
- normalizes dysfunctions of the motor end plates, the sites at which nerve impulses are transmitted to muscles.
This can help speed up the patient's return to active rehabilitation.
For more information on the benefits of IMS please click HERE
PEDIATRIC SERVICES
Our team of therapists (OT, PT and behavioural interventionists) help kids
play, improve their school performance, and mastering their daily activities. Through working with pediatric therapists, children are not only enabled to develop critical skills, but they often also build upon their levels of confidence and self-esteem.
With treatment, kids can develop fine and gross motor skills, school based aptitudes, cognitive abilities, self-care tasks and social skills.
Therapists working with your child will often incorporate play into their interventions to help motivate them. This tactic also helps to reduce potential anxiety they may experience through the process. This can involve games, puzzles, toys, songs and physical exercises.
REGISTERED CLINICAL COUNSELLING
Embarking on the journey of counselling can be a transformative experience for your mental health and overall well-being. The process begins with an initial consultation, where you'll meet with a counsellor and discuss what you hope to get out of therapy. This first step helps the counsellor understand your unique situation and tailor their approach to meet your specific needs. It’s a collaborative process, and you’ll work together to establish a comfortable and trusting relationship.
Benefits of working with an RCC:
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Personalized Care - RCCs are licensed professionals who offer evidence-based treatments tailored to your needs.
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Support for a range of issues: stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, personal growth.
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Open space to express thoughts and feelings without judgment.
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Positive Outcomes:
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Improved emotional well-being and stress management.
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Enhanced self-awareness, resilience, and coping strategies.
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Gradual insights, emotional release, and shifts in thinking/behaviour.
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A structured, yet flexible approach, paced according to your comfort level, to addressing life’s challenges.
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A resource for achieving a more balanced, fulfilling life.
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Our RCC specializes in working with people who struggle with anxiety, stress, depression, trauma (including PTSD and CPTSD) and harmful self-criticism. They are also connected to issues of identity, belonging, and meaning-making, particularly amongst uniformed personnel including soldiers, police, firefighters, medical professionals, and corrections officers. Counselling services will focus on cultivating resilience, connection, and trust-in-self to create meaningful, lasting change.
Contact our clinic to book a FREE 15min Consultation with our RCC to see if this is a fit for you. 604-846-1834
