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Powell River’s newest option for chiropractic care is now open at 105-7373 Duncan Street. Dr. Brittney Chisholm’s new practice, Suncoast Chiropractic + Custom Or t hot ics, is located w it h i n Malaspina Massage, where the Powell River born and raised chiropractor shares space with massage therapists Don and Anne Shelton. “I’m excited to be working with Don and Anne,” says Brittney. “We share the same professional philosophy: patients first.” Brittney also looks forward to working with neighbouring businesses Avid Fitness, Coast Fitness and On Track Physiotherapy. “We’re hoping to build cohesive treatment plans so my clients can do rehab exercises on their own at Avid, if they’re at that level of recovery, or under supervision next door at On Track,” explains Brittney. Clients will also be referred to Coast Fitness for nutritional counselling. Brittney says the close proximity of several wellness professionals allows clients of each business to save time by booking back-toback appointments. “Research shows that chiropractic is more effective when combined with another therapy, such as massage, exercise or rehabilitation,” she says. Brittney offers a compassionate style of chiropractic, taking the time required to assess the needs of each client and address all factors involved with their condition. Specialized treatments include functional movement screens, Graston therapy, Activator and infant care. Her style works especially well for vertigo, migraines, whiplash, sciatica and jaw joint disorders. “I’ve had a lot of success with chronic pain and vertigo sufferers in particular,” says Brittney. “Patients notice remarkable and
Fresh start Suncoast Chiropractic + Custom Orthotics owner Brittney Chisholm welcomes current, former and new clients to her new location at 105-7373 Duncan Street. The chiropractor’s compassionate style and specialized treatments cover a wide range of conditions.
measurable improvement.” Brittney’s own experience with migraines gives her a greater understanding of how they affect patients. While studying pre-med at University of British Columbia, she was referred to a chiropractor after migraines led to vision problems and several specialists were unable to find a solution. Results were life changing and led Brittney down a new path; studies at Canadian Memorial
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Chiropractic College in Toronto and a career in chiropractic. Brittney also relates to individuals recovering from motor vehicle accident injuries after a May 2015 car accident resulted in her own treatment and rehabilitation. “It’s helped me develop a real empathy toward what accident sufferers go through and highlighted the importance of early care,” says Brittney. Isometric neck exercises should
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begin immediately after a whiplash injury is sustained for a patient to receive maximum benefit, she says. “No one ever gets access to healthcare professionals within a few hours of an accident,” says Brittney. “I had the advantage of knowing what to do and how to treat myself.” Sports injuries, sprains and strains, tennis elbow, plantar fasciitis, scoliosis and carpal tunnel syndrome are also treated at Suncoast Chiropractic. Ergonomic assessments are offered in-office or at the workplace and, as a member of the I nt er n at ion a l C h i r opr a c t ic Pediatric Association, Brittney has additional qualifications to treat infants and children. According to Brittney, the biggest impediment to individuals seeking chiropractic care is fear of neck manipulation. “If people are nervous, we sit down and chat about what’s going on,” she says. “There are a lot of other things a chiropractor can do for people experiencing headaches or neck pain besides neck manipulation.” For new patients, a consultation eases concerns. The initial conversation is free and covers treatment processes, benefits of the care provided, and answers to any other questions the patient has. Clients can book appointments 9 am-7 pm on Tuesdays, 8 am-5 pm on Wednesdays and 8 am-7 pm on Thursdays by visiting clients.mindbodyonline.com and searching for Dr. Brittney. For more information about Su ncoa st Ch i ropract ic, ca l l 604.414.7815, email drbrittney.chisholm@gmail.com or visit suncoastchiropractic.ca.
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