Chiropractic Care
What is Chiropractic?Within the past 15 years, Chiropractic has become progressively more accepted within the health community. Sixty years ago, chiropractors were being arrested for "practicing medicine without a license" and now they are working in unison with medical doctors, physiotherapists, neurologists, massage therapists...and the list goes on.
There are a few common misunderstandings with respect to chiropractic. The most common of these involves the fact that most people believe we are "bone doctors". This is not entirely untrue, however, if you ask a chiropractor they would classify themselves as "nervous system doctors". Because of the way our bodies are designed, the spine and the spinal cord have a close, intricate relationship with one another. As a result, abnormal spinal function can effect the delicate tissues of the spinal cord and the nerve roots. The nervous system becomes irritated which can disrupt the function of the tissues or organs the nerves control. Chiropractic is the science of locating these areas of spinal malfunction, or subluxations, and correcting them to promote improved motion and to ensure the nervous system is working without irritation. Most people often believe that chiropractic only deals with the joints in the spine. This is also untrue. Chiropractors can assess and treat any joint in the body from your hands to your feet. This is important considering many injuries or problems in the arms or legs can cause associated problems in the spine.
There is a specific art to chiropractic, as the treatment is given mainly with the hands. It takes years to become proficient in the skill of finding subluxations and then performing an adjustment to correct the subluxation. The word adjustment describes hundreds of ways of using carefully directed and controlled pressure to restore spinal bones to a more normal position and motion. After years of training, chiropractors become experts at using just the right amount of force in the right direction. Chiropractic is truly an art.
The philosophy of chiropractic is another area which is not entirely understood by the general population. Chiropractors believe that the body heals itself, it is not the doctor that heals you. Nature needs no help, just no interference. The human body has the innate tendency to try to maintain a state of good health, provided it is given the essential ingredients. Chiropractic adjustments relieve interference on the spinal column and nervous system to allow your body to function at its fullest capacity. The concept of "wellness" is not new to chiropractic. Chiropractors have been promoting this idea for decades. They realized long ago that to maintain ideal health, you need not only a healthy body but also a healthy mind and a healthy spirit.
We Offer Chiropractic Care 6 Days per Week
Through Chiropractic, Dr. McLaren and Dr. Ventresca aspire to help others restore health and quality of life and acquire a new vision of wellness.
Dr. Laura McLaren, BSc(Hons), DC
 Dr. McLaren is a 1996 graduate of the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College from which she graduated with both clinical and academic honors. In 1992, she graduated from the University of Guelph with her honors degree in biological science. She is also part-time faculty at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College where she facilitates two third year courses. Dr. McLaren uses a variety of chiropractic techniques, applied in a gentle manner, specific to your needs.
Dr. McLaren uses a diversity of adjusting techniques and thus treatment can easily be tailored to anyone's needs. Some of the techniques used are: diversified, activator, Gonstead, S.O.T. and Logan. Dr. McLaren is also certified to prescribe and cast orthotics, which she can do in her office. She also does nutritional counseling and herbology.
Hours:
Monday 12:00 noon - 7:00 pm
Wednesday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thursday 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Friday 11:00 am - 5:30 pm
Dr.Robert Ventresca, BSc(Hons), DC
Having received his undergraduate degree at the University of Toronto with dual majors in Biology and Neuroscience, Dr. Ventresca embarked on his chiropractic career in California at the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic. In one of the most challenging chiropractic programs in North America, Dr. Ventresca graduated Summa Cum Laude, placing in the top 6 of his graduating class. He was also the recipient of the Honorary Scholastic Society's Healing Arts Award.
Dr. Ventresca provides gentle, effective care and has been trained in a variety of techniques including Dirversified; Thompson, Gonstead, Activator and myofascial release.. Treatment is unique and individualized to fit each patient's needs. He is also certified to prescribe and cast orthotics which can be done in his office. Chiropractic has been Dr. Ventresca's true calling. He regularly donates chiropractic services for good causes and has been involved in the community at every opportunity.
Hours:
Tuesday 1:00 pm - 7:00pm
Thursday 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Office Information
The initial visit involves a complete chiropractic health evaluation. This includes a consultation as well as an orthopedic, neurological and chiropractic assessment. Your problem will be explained to you and a treatment plan will be laid out. There is always time for you to ask questions. This process takes approximately half an hour. Each subsequent visit takes approximately 10 minutes. |
Rates:
Full Initial Assessment and First Treatment
Adult: $56.00
Child: $25.00
Student: $45.00
Infants: $10.00
Follow-up Visit
Adult: $29.00
Child: $18.00
Student: $23.00
Infants: $7.00
FREE 15 minute consultations (OHIP will not be billed) |
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