Frequently Asked Questions

No. To put this question into better context, I’ll explain what an adjustment is and what I’m actually adjusting. An adjustment, also known as an HVLA, stands for "High Velocity, Low Amplitude." As the name suggests, I deliver a fast but short force into a joint that isn’t moving as well as it should. This is called a "joint restriction," and I locate these restrictions through motion palpation of the spine before delivering an adjustment.
Now, with that out of the way—in chiropractic school we were always taught to "never chase the crack." Just because something doesn’t make a sound doesn't mean that movement wasn’t restored.
If you’re not comfortable with having your neck adjusted, there are other ways to achieve a similar result. I often use Active Release Technique, the Activator tool, or mobilization techniques as gentle alternatives.
No—and in fact, I don’t want to see you forever! (All jokes aside.) I give my patients exercises and stretches to help them stay out of the clinic. This often drastically improves healing time for many musculoskeletal issues.
Current research suggests that the "popping" or "cracking" sound you hear is caused by the formation of gas bubbles when a joint is distracted (separated slightly).
Active Release Technique (ART) is known as the gold standard for treating soft tissue injuries. It involves identifying tight or painful muscles, ligaments, tendons, or joints, and using manual therapy in combination with patient-specific movements to release them. I’ve received certifications in Level 1 Spine, Upper Extremity, and Lower Extremity ART.
Yes. Chiropractic care can help with many other musculoskeletal injuries. Here’s a short, non-exhaustive list of conditions I treat:
- Shoulder impingement syndrome
- Rotator cuff injuries
- Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis)
- Golfer's elbow (medial epicondylitis)
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Hip osteoarthritis
- Knee osteoarthritis
- Patellofemoral pain syndrome (runner's knee)
- Achilles tendinitis
We currently offer direct billing for Telus eClaims, GreenShield, and Alberta Blue Cross. If you have any questions about coverage, feel free to call us at 780-307-2211.
Before your first visit, you’ll receive a chiropractic intake form by email. It’s important to fill this out as thoroughly as you can.
During your appointment, we’ll go through your health history and perform a physical examination to better understand your condition. After that, I’ll provide a PARQ—this stands for Procedures, Alternatives, Risks, and Questions.
- Procedures: What treatments you may receive now and in future visits
- Alternatives: Other treatments (outside of chiropractic) that might help
- Risks: Any potential risks or side effects of treatment
- Questions: A chance for you to ask anything before we proceed
Once we’ve gone through everything and you’ve provided written and verbal consent, we’ll begin treatment.
Healing time depends on the severity of the injury. More serious conditions typically take longer to recover and may require more chiropractic visits. That said, many people start to notice improvement after just a few sessions.