Your St. Catharines Chiropractic Specialists
What is Chiropractic?
Chiropractic techniques use a drug-free and hands-on approach to treat neuromusculoskeletal complaints that include but are not limited to back and neck pain, joint pains, headaches, sports injuries, and prenatal care. Their techniques help patients to increase and restore the motion and function of their joints and muscles. Chiropractors have a broad set of skills to complete examinations, diagnose, and come up with a treatment for patients musculoskeletal complaints. They are also able to provide therapeutic and rehabilitative exercises as well as nutritional, dietary, and lifestyle counselling.
The St. Catharines Chiropractors at Dalhousie Health and Wellness combine chiropractic techniques with their knowledge of naturopathic medicine to develop a drug-free treatment for you.
Chiropractic techniques use a drug-free and hands-on approach to treat neuromusculoskeletal complaints that include but are not limited to back and neck pain, joint pains, headaches, sports injuries, and prenatal care. Their techniques help patients to increase and restore the motion and function of their joints and muscles. Chiropractors have a broad set of skills to complete examinations, diagnose, and come up with a treatment for patients musculoskeletal complaints. They are also able to provide therapeutic and rehabilitative exercises as well as nutritional, dietary, and lifestyle counselling.
The St. Catharines Chiropractors at Dalhousie Health and Wellness combine chiropractic techniques with their knowledge of naturopathic medicine to develop a drug-free treatment for you.
Meet our Chiropractors
Dr. Meredith Hodges, DCSpecial interests in prenatal care, pelvic floor and core rehabilitation, sciatica and low back pain
Dr. Hodges" approach is very different from what most people perceive as chiropractic care. Dr. Hodges uses a combination of techniques including muscle release, chiropractic, medical acupuncture, Rehabilitation Pilates and corrective exercises in each individualized treatment plan. Every patient is different and every patient’s needs differ. Dr. Hodges is ready to tackle your specific individual needs and create a custom and individualized program of care to suit your specific health concerns. Doctor Hodges treats all muscles, joints, tendons, aches and pains in the human body. She has a family practice, meaning everyone is welcome!
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Dr. Kaitlyn Pepper, DCSpecial interests in paediatric care, spinal stenosis, and concussion management
Dr. Pepper is a registered nurse and a board certified chiropractor with a diverse experience in complex care and sports medicine. Dr. Katie uses a patient-centerer, evidence based approach to meet the needs of her patients through a combination of: myofascial release, adjustments/mobilizations, neuro-functional acupuncture and therapeutic exercise. Special interests include paediatric care, concussion management, sports injuries and spinal stenosis. Dr. Pepper enjoys weight lifting, yoga and walking her dog, Ursa, in her spare time.
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Special Interests In...
Prenatal & Webster Technique The Webster Technique is a chiropractic practice specifically developed for pregnant women to help prepare her hips and pelvis for delivery. A chiropractor trained in the Webster Technique can help future mothers position their baby optimally to reduce lower back pain and sciatica along with promoting a smoother, more efficient delivery.
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Low Back Pain & SciaticaChiropractors are considered back pain specialists. A standard treatment begins with an examination to determine the source of the pain, a review of medical history to determine the cause of the pain to develop a treatment. Chiropractic techniques have been proven to be effective treatments for constant lower back pain or sciatica nerve relief.
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Shoulder InjuriesCommon shoulder injuries that are treated by your chiropractor include frozen shoulder, rotator cuff strains, tendonitis, bursitis, and impingements syndromes. It is beneficial to consult a chiropractor when you have a shoulder injury, as they are trained to help reduce pain, improve range of motion, and restore function to your shoulder. Some chiropractic techniques to treat shoulder injuries include manual adjustments, acupuncture and corrective exercises.
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Spinal StenosisSpinal stenosis is the boney overgrowth of the bones in the spine. This causes narrowing of the passageways where the nerves travel. The nerves can eventually become pinched, creating pain. If you are suffering from stenosis you may experience low back pain, or neck pain that is relieved with slight forward flexion. Commonly patients describe pain down one or both legs or arms that can often be described as burning or tingling. Your chiropractor can help diagnose and treat spinal stenosis!
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Concussion ManagementA concussion is a brain injury that can affect your brain function,caused by getting hit directly in the head, face, neck, or jaw. The effects of a concussion include headaches, memory loss, balance, and problems with concentration. Typically, the effects of a concussion are temporary but manual therapy, rehabilitative exercises, and some adjustments in your work or school schedule can help you heal as quickly as possible.
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Running & Sports InjuriesNot only can chiropractors treat running and sports injuries when they happen, but they can also work with you and develop a plan for injury prevention. Common causes of running injuries include muscle imbalances, improper training, poorly fitting running shoes, and poor running mechanics. Consult a sports injury chiropractor throughout your training to develop a training program can help prevent injuries in the future.
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581 Ontario Street, St. Catharines, ON, L2N 4N8
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