Expert Chiropractic Care in Uxbridge:
Move Better, Feel Better
Dr. Kinnersly completed a 3-year BSc at the University of Toronto followed by a rigorous 4-year full-time accredited program at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto.
Chiropractors must complete a one-year internship and pass comprehensive Canadian qualifying board examinations in order to become licensed to practice.
Hands on health care that works. Chiropractic is widely recognized as one of the safest, drug-free, non-invasive therapies available for the treatment of headache, neck pain and back pain.
Types of Chiropractic Treatment
Relief Care
The purpose of relief care is to reduce pain and stabilize condition
Rehabilitative Care
To correct underlying problems, improve muscle strength and joint function
Preventative Care
To maintain the benefits you have achieved and reduce the likelihood of future problems
Frequently Asked Questions About Chiropractic Care
What is chiropractic health care?
The word “chiropractic” comes from ancient Greek and means “done by hand”.
Adjustment of the joints of the body has been used in the healing arts for many centuries and is at the heart of modern chiropractic care.
Chiropractors are doctors that specialize in manual adjustment of the vertebrae of the spine and other joints. Adjustment helps relieve pain and restore normal functioning to the spine, joints and supporting structure of the body – so you can enjoy your everyday activities again as quickly as possible.
Chiropractors are also trained to prescribe therapeutic exercise, provide nutritional counselling and recommend rehabilitation and injury prevention strategies.
Back pain, neck pain and headache are the most common reasons why Canadians first consult a chiropractor. If aching joints and muscle pain are affecting your ability to get through the day and keeping you away from your favourite activities, consider chiropractic care. A doctor of Chiropractic (DC) will assess your symptoms and recommend a treatment plan to put you on the road to recovery. Your chiropractor can also provide expert advice to help you prevent pain and injury from recurring.
What is an adjustment?
An adjustment is a highly skilled precise movement usually applied by hand to a joint of the body. Adjustment loosens the joint to restore proper movement and optimize function. When a joint is adjusted, a gas bubble escapes causing the popping noise you may have heard about.
What are some of the benefits of chiropractic care?
Chiropractic treatment is skilled, hands-on health care that relieves pain and helps your body be at its best. Here are some ways it can help you:
- Improved movement in your neck, shoulders, back and torso
- Better posture
Relief from headaches, neck and back pain - Prevention of work-related muscle and joint pain injuries
- Enhanced athletic performance
Improved flexibility - Relief of pregnancy-related back ache
- Correction of gait and foot problems
Do I require a referral from my family doctor or specialist?
No. A patient does not need a referral. Chiropractors are legislated as primary contact health care professionals in every province in Canada. This means that patients can book an appointment directly with their chiropractor.
Why is spinal health important?
The body’s information highway – your nervous system – is protected by the spine. The nervous system travels out between the vertebrae or joints of the spine to carry messages from the brain to every corner of your body. Stress and strain on the vertebrae can put pressure on the nerves in the affected area. That is why a problem with your spine can have far-reaching effects causing symptoms such as arm or leg pain.
What are the most common reasons for people seeking chiropractic care?
Here are some of the most common reasons why more than 4 million Canadians visit a chiropractor each year:
- Back pain
- Neck pain
- Headache
- Whiplash
- Strains and sprains from daily activities
- Repetitive strain injuries
- Arthritis
- Restricted movement in the back, shoulders, neck or limbs