Chiropractic vs. Osteopathy

Understanding the difference and which is right for you Are you experiencing back pain or discomfort and not sure which therapy to choose? You’re not alone. At Anatomica, our multidisciplinary team offers a variety of options, but two popular methods often come up in discussions: chiropractic and osteopathy. Both practices focus on treating musculoskeletal conditions…

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Fast Facts: 5 benefits of Fascial Stretch Therapy

Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST) is a form of assisted stretching that targets the fascia, the connective tissue surrounding muscles, bones, and joints. Here are five benefits associated with Fascial Stretch Therapy: As with any therapeutic approach, Fascial Stretch Therapy should always be performed by a trained and qualified FST practitioner after a thorough assessment and…

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Fast Facts: 5 benefits of Active Release Technique (TM)

The Active Release Technique (ART)* is a soft tissue management system that aims to treat problems with muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia, and nerves. Here are five potential benefits associated with the use of ART*: It’s important to note that the effectiveness of ART* can vary from person to person, and individual results may depend on…

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Chiropractic vs Physiotherapy for Back Pain

Does Chiropractic work better than Physiotherapy for back pain? It depends! Physiotherapy Chiropractic Back pain can have many causes, so the right treatment will be different for each person. In this article, we discuss some common causes of back pain and their treatment options, to help you decide whether to start with an Assessment by…

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Cupping Therapy FAQ

Answers to common questions about Cupping Therapy, our newest specialty treatment! Cupping is a versatile treatment that is offered by many different practitioners. At Anatomica, Cupping Therapy is performed by our Registered Acupuncturist and several of our Registered Massage Therapists, as well as one of our Chiropractic doctors.  What is Cupping? Cupping therapy is an…

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What is Gua Sha?

Gua sha is a therapy which involves scraping your skin with a tool to improve your circulation. This ancient Chinese healing technique is great for addressing issues like chronic pain.

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What is Integrative Massage Therapy?

Our recent hire Amir Salkic has completed the 5 year program at the Canadian College of Osteopathy and is a D.O.M.P. candidate. Amir integrates his skills and knowledge to better serve your therapeutic needs by providing you with safer and more effective treatments.

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Chiropractic Care and Cupping

More than just adjustments: Diversified Chiropractic Treatment Options Cupping therapy uses glass or silicone cups to apply distraction (vacuum pressure) to areas of muscle tension and restriction, allowing for improved circulation and promoting tissue healing. Most people only think of spinal adjustments when they think of chiropractic care; however, diversified chiropractic may also include manual therapy techniques…

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