Meet the Chiropractors at Peterborough Wellness Group

My goal is to achieve rapid resolution of injury related pain and loss of function using a natural rehabilitation approach. I will thoroughly assess your condition following an in depth history. I will clearly describe your condition and outline the most effective modes of intervention. Based upon this I will develop an appropriate plan of care to address the source of your symptoms. Nothing worth achieving is easy, but if you are willing to make the effort to achieve optimal health I will guide you in achieving those goals.

I have a natural approach to healthcare and health promotion without the use of drugs. Does this sound like something you would be interested in? Medication has its place in healthcare, but if we are more responsible for our own health we will be less likely to rely on medication as a temporary fix in the future. Less medication means healthier kidneys, liver and gastrointestinal tract with fewer drug interactions and side-effects throughout the body, therefore that makes for a healthier and happier you!

I enjoy woodworking, construction and gardening. Future interests include canoeing, kayaking and spending more time outdoors with the hope of more international traveling. I would like the opportunity to take part in charity and disaster relief in roles both associated with and outside of my profession. The best way to assist others is by getting involved. On that note, over the last year I began volunteering with the Big Brothers program, the Peterborough YWCA and most recently the Red Cross. My athletic background was in contact sports, primarily football and rugby. I have recently returned to the role of sports therapy in minor hockey and began coaching youth rugby.

I receive chiropractic care every 2-4 weeks and sometimes more frequently when my energy levels are low or if I feel tighter than usual. I attend the gym a minimum of 5-7 times weekly combining resistance training, cardiovascular and core balance training. I prefer to get the majority of my nutrition from food therefore it is rare not to see me eating.

I believe in lifelong learning therefore I am often taking seminars and courses to increase my knowledge. The most appropriate treatment approaches, exercises and nutritional recommendations are constantly changing therefore I do my best to keep up! I consider myself to be progressive and attempt to rehabilitate injuries in the most efficient and effective way possible; that means staying current.

Thanks for visiting our site. I look forward to meeting you in person, listening to your personal situation and needs and learning how we may be of service to you. If you are like me and would like to have the energy to live life to the fullest; resolving pain and improving mobility will help you get there. Contact us if you have any questions or concerns. We will do our utmost to assist you using safe and natural, comprehensive rehabilitation strategies.

I am married with two children, and our whole family is very active and plays several sports. I believe if kids get into an active, healthy lifestyle early, they will maintain good health for life. I enjoy coaching sports. I have coached hockey, baseball and football for the last 20 years, and I love to see young people develop self esteem and confidence as they improve their skills.

I personally work out most days, playing sports (hockey, golf, and water skiing), riding bikes and weight training. I try to eat well and get plenty of sleep. I believe “if you use it, you will never lose it”.

If people want to improve their health, they can stay with the status quo, or seek chiropractic treatment and lifestyle changes that will allow them to reach their physical goals.

I was fortunate to have studied chiropractic in Toronto.

The Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College is held in high regard both nationally and internationally. The education that I received reinforced my benefits that our bodies have an innate ability to maintain health. To support these efforts our bodies require nutrition, exercise and a stable spine which protects our nervous system. A neurology professor who continually enforced this knowledge once suggested to our graduating class that we would be a benefit to our profession if we, as individuals worked hard enough to want to have ourselves as our doctor. This concept has always motivated me to continue to learn.

Because of this and many other influences I have developed a practice philosophy to educate my patients. The more a person knows of their condition, its origin, its probable course and the action steps in its treatment, the more they become part of the solution with a greater probability of resolution. It’s the healthy part of our human nature to want to have an active involvement in the positive change. I find that people like this approach. I never tire of patients relating their heartfelt stories of their spinal health and total health successes while under my care.

I have been married for 30 short years to my high school sweetheart. We have been blessed with two wonderful sons who have found their own successes. Our youngest, Daniel, is in the field of firefighting and Nicholas has his doctorate degree in chiropractic, graduating in 2009. Janice and I are very proud of them for the people they are.

When patients ask me about my personal health regimen, I am surprised by their surprise when I tell them how often I receive chiropractic care. We are human. The continual stresses placed upon our own spines while delivering care to our patients or through the normal activities of daily living affect our structures. It is true that the majority of the care that we receive is preventative and supportive mostly because we have done our homework. There is rarely an exercise be it core strengthening or flexibility, that I prescribe to a patient that I have not done myself. Combining these physical supports with nutritional support my goal is to practice what I preach. I understand that there are times when drug intervention is necessary but I attempt to decrease their need when these medications are targeted at my specialty.

In closing I consider myself an excellent listener and hope I get the opportunity to meet you in person and discuss your specific health challenge. Give our Peterborough office a call or email me with the link below.

I am a perpetual learner and take great pride in my up to date knowledge of chiropractic, health care, disease processes, and treatment techniques. I am currently enrolled in a Pregnancy and Pediatrics course with the ICPA. I will have my full certification by December 2013. Once this certification is complete I plan on working on my acupuncture certification. Continuing education is very important. I take pride in relaying all new information I learn to my patients. I do my best to educate patients on their condition, the importance of preventative and maintenance care and give advice on appropriate diet and exercise regimes.

I use a number of Chiropractic Techniques at my practice. In practice, I use a number of techniques to provide optimal patient care; spinal manipulation, muscle release therapy, laser therapy, Webster technique, drop table, Activator, and I prescribe rehabilitation exercises. Proper chiropractic care requires commitment from not only myself but from you as well. My job is to ensure your spine is functioning at its optimal capacity minimizing disturbances in your nervous system. Your job is to keep your body healthy between visits. The human body has an amazing ability to heal itself when it is functioning at its optimal capacity. People who regularly see a chiropractor have less illness, less injury, and spend less time at their doctor’s office. Regular chiropractic care is part of a healthy lifestyle. Let me help you make it a part of yours.

Often patients ask me how often they should receive chiropractic care. There is no general answer to this question. Every body is different. So many factors come into play; past medical history, activity level, if you are taking medications, age, your commitment to care, and most importantly how your body responds to care. When you come into the clinic, a full medical history and physical exam is performed. With the information I collect, a diagnosis and a care plan will be determined.

I am very happy to be married to my best friend and high school sweetheart. Nick and I are both recent chiropractic graduates each taking on very different practices. He works mainly with golfers in Toronto where I have a family practice here. I am currently on the interview panel for new students applying to CMCC and I participate in the Back’s in Motion run to help raise money for chiropractic research. I enjoy exercise classes at the gym, running, cooking, and spending time with my family and friends.

I appreciate you taking time to visit our website and read through our profiles. Life can be very busy but taking time for your health is important. I look forward to meeting you to discuss your health concern. Give our Peterborough office a call and start your journey to optimal health.