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Chiropractic
Chiropractic can help you recover from back pain, sports injuries, headaches, as well as many other problems associated with your musculoskeletal system and how it relates to the nervous system. It helps these conditions because it addresses the underlying cause of the pain. It is one of the fastest and most effective forms of care available to address spine and spinal related problems. You will also learn how to play an active role in your recovery as well as preventive strategies for the future.
Chiropractors
Chiropractors are primary healthcare providers that have the skills and expertise to address these concerns. You do not need a referral from a medical doctor to see a chiropractor. In many cases, coverage is available through ICBC, WorkSafeBC and extended health plans to help pay for your treatment costs.
Muscle Stimulation
Muscle stimulation is a powerful tool that provides a way to activate muscles both for training effects as well as for the rehabilitation of injuries to joints and/or muscles.
therastim and RSQ1
Therastim and the RSQ1 are the muscle stimulation units that I use. They have particular characteristics that allow for a precise detection of the most useful area to treat. Also, they allow movement during the stimulation phase, which permits the operator to target dysfunctional movement patterns or sport specific actions in order to double down on it's benefits.
Active Release Techniques (ART)
ART is a patented, state of the art soft tissue system/movement based massage technique that treats problems with muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia and nerves. Headaches, back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, shin splints, shoulder pain, sciatica, plantar fascitis, knee problems, and tennis elbow are just a few of the many conditions that can be resolved quickly and permanently with ART. These conditions all have one thing in common: they are often a result of overused muscles.
Functional Movement Systems
Functional Movement Systems is a company with a mission to help people move better and then move often. The philosophy was introduced in 1995, at a time when there was no systematic tool to identify movement asymmetries or major limitations in functional movement patterns.
The system promotes collaboration between performance and rehabilitation professionals through the use of two tools - the Functional Movement Screen™ and the Selective Functional Movement Assessment™. Both tools evaluate movement but are separated by a clear distinct marker. That marker is pain. If movement produces pain, the individual would be sent through SFMA. If pain is not present, then the FMS is the appropriate tool
Functional movement screen
FMS is the screening tool used to identify limitations or asymmetries in seven fundamental movement patterns that are key to functional movement quality in individuals with no current pain complaint or known musculoskeletal injury.
These movement patterns are designed to provide observable performance of basic loco motor, manipulative and stabilizing movements by placing an individual in extreme positions where weaknesses and imbalances become noticeable if appropriate mobility and motor control is not utilized.
Selective functional movement assessment
The SFMA is the movement based diagnostic system, designed to clinically assess 7 fundamental movement patterns in those with known musculoskeletal pain. The assessment provides an efficient method to systematically find the cause of symptoms, not just the source, by logically breaking down dysfunctional patterns and diagnosing their root cause as either a mobility problem or a stability/motor control problem.
This systematic process allows clinicians to clearly match their intervention to the main problem of the patient. This model efficiently integrates the concepts of altered motor control, the neurodevelopmental perspective, and regional interdependence into musculoskeletal practice.
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist
A certified strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS) is a professional who has the knowledge and skills to design and implement safe and effective strength and conditioning programs for athletes and clients of all ages and fitness levels.
CSCS professionals work with athletes to help them improve their performance, prevent injuries, and recover from injuries. They also work with clients who are interested in improving their overall fitness, strength, and health.
Dr. McDougall has particular experience with strength training dancers, including working with the Arts Umbrella Dance Company, dancers from Ballet BC, as well as various other professionals. He also has experience with youth and college basketball players.