Ask Your Chiropractor

Chiropractors can help with conditions of the spine and extremities involving bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles and the nervous system. They can help if you are experiencing back pain (thoracic, lumbar and sacral), neck pain (cervical spine and related structures) and/or headaches and migraines. Chiropractors also treat chronic and acute pain syndromes, including myofascial pain syndromes and arthritis. In situations where injuries are sustained by way to motor vehicle accident (such as whiplash), work injuries or sport injuries, Chiropractors also has treatment protocols for those instances. Chiropractors also have extensive knowledge in the areas of nutrition, therapeutic exercise, lifestyle and ergonomic counselling.

Typically, you’ll be asked to complete an intake form which asks for details of your health history. Your Chiropractor will go over the completed form before commencing treatment.  A physical exam and then if necessary, you may be referred for an ultrasound or x-ray. Your Chiropractor will then provide you with a diagnosis and recommend the treatment that’s best for you.

For Adults, you can expect to pay $109 for the first visit. Each subsequent visit is $50 per visit.

For Seniors and Children age 13-17, you can expect to pay $80 for the first visit  Each subsequent visit is $40 per visit.

The risk of a serious side effect is extremely low due to the treatments' non-invasive nature. Depending on the ailment, a sense of relief can be felt right away or some may experience a short duration of mild soreness. You should always discuss any concerns you may have prior to undergoing any chiropractic treatment. Any prolonged effects or concerns following the applied treatment, we would recommend talking to your chiropractor.

Frequency of treatment for each person is determined based on their individual needs. A few only require one treatment while the majority will require a structured treatment plan to resolve their issues.

Just like the sound you hear when you crack your knuckles, this is the sound of the dissolved gases being release of the dissolved gas from the fluid in the joint space. When the surfaces of a joint get separated, this reduces the pressure inside the joint cavity. The gases in the synovial fluid are then released forming a space for air. When the space then collapses upon itself, this results in a clicking sound. The patient can continue to experience the effects of this process anywhere from a few seconds to a few hours while gas is slowly reabsorbed. 

Health care legislation recognizes Doctor of Chiropractic (chiropractors) as doctors. Chiropractors are recognized and regulated under the same Health Professions Act in Alberta as medical doctors, dentists and optometrists. 

Chiropractors are really no different from any other health care providers – all they want to do is help! The health of you and your body is of their utmost concern.