Pediatric physiotherapy is therapy for babies and school-aged children. We provide one-onone care with the child and their family. A key component of pediatric physiotherapy is using fun, play based strategies to support motor development. The child’s family is an integral part of pediatric physiotherapy. After the assessment is complete, [...]
Yes! Always let your acupuncturist know if you are or could be pregnant. This changes your treatment plan as there are some areas of the body that are contraindicated to needling during pregnancy. Acupuncture is a practical, drug-free way to treat many pregnancy-related concerns. Below you can find what is [...]
Fill out the intake form that is sent to you when you book. This allows the clinician to better understand you and your concerns; Wear comfortable clothing. This allows easier access to acupuncture points. Your clinician might ask you to remove some clothing as well; Eat a small meal 1-3 [...]
Acupuncture should not be painful. You will feel a slight prick upon needle insertion but nothing should feel continuously sharp, painful, or like it’s taking your breath away. Normal sensations are often described as a dull ache or heaviness around the area of the needle. Your acupuncturist will check in [...]
Acupuncture's benefits are wide-reaching. The main goal of acupuncture is to restore the body's homeostasis which is why people find it helpful for so many conditions. Some of the most common treatment concerns include: Infertility or struggles while trying to conceive, Digestive issues such as diarrhea, constipation, bloating, lack of [...]
Thin, single-use needles are inserted into carefully selected points on the body. The stimulation of these points has been shown to change the way the brain perceives pain by releasing chemicals into the muscles, spinal cord, and brain. Acupuncture has also been proven to reduce inflammation, increase circulation to reproductive [...]
Birth trauma (eg. shoulder dystocia, vacuum/forceps delivery) Latch-related issues Tongue tie related issues Torticollis/neck tension Positional plagiocephaly Delayed milestones
Yes! Adjusting babies and children is very different then adjusting adults. Most adjustments are performed with a delicate fingertip pressure, some babies even sleep through it. This allows for a gentle, safe, yet effective treatment for our most important patients. Our chiropractor at Pine has spent years further educating and [...]
At Pine Integrated Health, we have a special interest and additional training in pre/postnatal and pediatric chiropractic care but will happily treat anyone who thinks that Pine is a good fit for them. Chiropractic has been shown to help with: Pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain (including low back pain, sacroiliac (SI) [...]
An adjustment, or joint manipulation, is used on an area of the spine that is not moving as well as it should. It is quick and often pain-free and allows the joint and the tissues surrounding the joint to move and function properly. With adjustments and soft tissue techniques, combined [...]