Conditions treated
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Low and mid back pain
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Neck pain
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Post-partum issues, pregnancy aches and pains, postural syndromes
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Joint pain such as wrist, shoulder, knee, elbow and ankle/foot
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Foot conditions such as plantar fasciitis and sprained ankles
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Gait cycle abnormalities
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Shoulder issues such as rotator cuff problems
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Tight muscles
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Sports injuries and more
Pre-natal, Postpartum and Pediatric patients.
Dr. Melissa Hoar has also undergone additional clinical training for pre-natal, postpartum and pediatric patients.
Manual Diversified Adjustments
The chiropractic adjustment is used to provide a stimulus to the joint and surrounding soft tissues allowing the nervous system to re-set muscular spasm and joint restriction through the firing of the golgi tendon organ- a stretch reflex arc. There are varying levels of intensity of the adjustment, from high velocity low amplitude, all the way to simply applying a small amount of pressure on a joint- as would be used for small children/toddlers.
Muscle Work and Massage including Graston, Instrument Assisted, Cupping, Kinesio -Taping
The use of manual (hands) and instrument assisted soft tissue mobilisation helps to decrease muscle guarding, and pain, and increase range of motion and mobility of the muscles in the area of concern. Dr. Melissa has completed specific courses including ART (Active Release Technique), Graston, and also utilises a Hyperice Hypervolt percussor.
Thompson
Drop
Technique
Drop technique is a great option for people who cannot tolerate twisting motion in the pelvis or lower back. It is also classically used for leg length inequality adjustments.
Activator
Technique
Activator technique involves using a small instrument to deliver the stimulus to the joint, and requires no motion of the body part involved, so if you are nervous about the popping sound this is a great alternative.
SOT Sacro
Occipital
Technique
SOT involves very low force pressures on specific joints of the spinal column.
Exercise
Prescription
In order to help maintain the benefits obtained during the session, specific exercises/stretches will be taught and prescribed.