Services
Whiplash
Whiplash is a pain in the neck! Whiplash is the result of rapid neck acceleration-deceleration, most commonly, but not limited to, when a motor vehicle collides with another vehicle or an other stationary object. It usually affects the neck and upper mid back causing limited movement, pain and discomfort, numbness…
Physiotherapy
What is Physiotherapy? Our focuses on the science of human movement, using a multi-system approach (cardiovascular, neurological, musculoskeletal). At Apollo, physiotherapy typically focuses on treating conditions specific to muscles, bones, the nervous system, balance, and overall general health and well-being. Physiotherapists help to relieve pain, restore muscle balance, correct posture,…
Chiropractic
What is Chiropractic? Chiropractic is a non-invasive, hands-on health care discipline that focuses on the neuromusculoskeletal system. Chiropractors practice a manual approach, providing diagnosis, treatment and preventive care for disorders related to the spine, pelvis, nervous system and joints. Chiropractors use a combination of treatments, all of which are geared…
Massage Therapy
What is Massage Therapy? Massage therapy is a comprehensive intervention involving a range of techniques to manipulate the soft tissues and joints of the body. The purpose of massage therapy is to “prevent, develop, maintain, rehabilitate or augment physical function or relieve pain” (Massage Therapy Act, 1991). It is a…
Osteopathy
Osteopathy is a patient-centered approach to treatment which aims to improve the overall health of the patient rather than solely focusing on a problematic or symptom area. Osteopathic practitioners work to balance your nervous, circulatory, digestive and lymphatic systems to relieve pain and discomfort, improve your…
Acupuncture
What is Acupuncture? Acupuncture is the TCM – Traditional Chinese Medicine use of fine, sterile, one-time use filiform needles. The needles are used in key points of the body to stimulate healing, eliminate pain, stasis, and infection. The R. Ac practitioner uses the essential principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine to…
Custom Orthotics
A custom orthotic is a device designed to align the foot and ankle into the most anatomically efficient position. They look like insoles, but are biomechanical medical appliances that are custom made to correct your specific foot imbalance. Custom orthotics work on your feet much like glasses work on your eyes -…
Concussion is a subset of mild traumatic brain injury and represents a complex pathophysiological process affecting the brain, induced by biomechanical forces. It is usually characterized by a transient impairment of neurological function. Concussion is often caused by a direct blow to the head but can be caused by a…