Clinic
Active Balance Health Centre
Massage
- Craniosacral and SomatoEmotional Release.
- Trauma-informed relational somatic therapy.
- Slowed, deeply intentional tissue release.
- Gentle, effective relaxation massage.
- Therapeutic massage for problem areas.
- Face, head, hands, and feet treatment.
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- Combines myofascial release and joint mobilization.
- Integrates diaphragmatic breathing for holistic relief.
- Prioritizes client communication for personalized comfort.
- Focuses on the mind-body connection and movement.
- Emphasizes relaxation within therapeutic treatment.
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** This is your first appointment with Rachel. ** An initial assessment and treatment appointment is the first step in your therapeutic massage journey. It includes a review of your health history, an assessment of posture and movement patterns, and a hands-on treatment session tailored to your needs. Techniques may involve deep tissue work, myofascial release, cupping, stretching, and active range of motion exercises to relieve pain, enhance performance, promote recovery, and support injury prevention. The balance of assessment and treatment time varies depending on your needs. Wearing gym clothes or comfortable, flexible attire is recommended for ease of movement during active techniques.
- Optimizing athletic performance and movement.
- Injury prevention and recovery support.
- Targeting chronic conditions like hypermobility.
- Advanced manual techniques like cupping therapy.
- Utilizing instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization.
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Acupuncture
This first visit includes a comprehensive health intake where we take the time to discuss concerns, goals, and overall wellbeing. Treatment uses the NADA protocol - five gentle ear acupuncture points commonly used to support emotional regulation, stress management, and general nervous-system balance. A few individualized body points may be added based on individual needs and comfort level.
- Acupuncture for hormone balance and menstrual health.
- Auricular (ear) acupuncture for emotional regulation and stress.
- Traditional Chinese Medicine-style body acupuncture for overall wellbeing.
- Acupuncture for mind-body reconnection and relaxation.
- Needle therapy to support postpartum recovery and maternal health.
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Appointment for acupuncture, chiropractic, and therapeutic exercise visit
Appointment for acupuncture, chiropractic, and therapeutic exercise visit
Athletic Therapy
Please select this appointment if you are new client for Athletic Therapy at Active Balance Health Centre or have a new injury that requires a complete assessment. Your first visit includes a detailed review of your injury, health history, physical demands, and goals, followed by a comprehensive musculoskeletal and functional assessment. Sydney will explain her findings and begin an individualized treatment and rehabilitation plan. Your appointment may include manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, movement retraining, athletic taping, education, and a home rehabilitation program, as appropriate.
Chiropractic
Initial Chiropractic Consultation, to review relevant history, current injury or symptoms, and perform assessments. This initial visit, is approximately 60 minutes in duration and, if appropriate, may include a treatment.
- Spinal joint manipulation for back and neck pain relief.
- Extremity joint manipulation for shoulder, hip, knee issues.
- Active Release Technique for soft-tissue and muscle dysfunction.
- Therapeutic exercise programs for injury rehab and performance.
- Concussion testing, treatment, and rehabilitation through CCM protocols.
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Initial Chiropractic Consultation, to review relevant history, current injury or symptoms, and perform assessments. This initial visit, is approximately 60 minutes in duration and, if appropriate, may include a treatment.
- Pain relief for back and neck conditions.
- Improving joint mobility with manual adjustments.
- Reducing muscle tension through soft-tissue techniques.
- Restoring function after musculoskeletal injury.
- Individualized treatment plans for movement recovery.
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Naturopath
At your initial visit, Dr. Annie will conduct an extensive review of your health history. You will discuss your health concerns, health goals, lab testing, and treatment plan. If you prefer a phone consult, type "phone consult" in your booking note after booking.
Physiotherapy
This appointment can only be booked after an Assessment has been completed. Your therapist will tell you how much time you should book in for after your assessment or after you have had a follow-up treatment.
- Pelvic floor dysfunction assessment and treatment for women.
- Pelvic pain management including manual and visceral therapy.
- Pregnancy and postpartum pelvic girdle pain rehabilitation.
- Manual therapy and orthopedic manipulative techniques for musculoskeletal injuries.
- Therapeutic exercise, prenatal classes, and injury prevention programs.
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This appointment can only be booked after a FSCD Physiotherapy Consultation has been completed.
- Pediatric gross motor development and movement training.
- Assessment and treatment of torticollis and plagiocephaly.
- Pediatric gait assessment and toe-walking intervention.
- Orthopedic manual therapy for musculoskeletal injuries.
- Individualized exercise prescription for strength and function.
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Reflexology
This reflexology treatment includes an initial assessment to discuss your health history and well being goals, followed by a relaxing session using gentle pressure on reflex points to support balance, circulation, and overall well being.
- Foot reflexology targeting circulation support and tension relief.
- Hand reflexology pressure techniques for stress reduction and joint comfort.
- Ear reflexology and reflex point therapy to promote relaxation.
- Reflex zone work aimed at improving sleep and overall balance.
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