Pain and discomfort can affect how you move, work, sleep and enjoy everyday life. At The Chiro Pad, we use chiropractic care to help improve movement and joint function, reduce pain and support your recovery.
Back pain can be frustrating and limiting, whether it comes on suddenly after an injury or gradually builds over time. It can make simple things like sitting, lifting, sleeping, exercising or playing with your kids uncomfortable. Sometimes there’s a clear event behind it; other times, it’s harder to pinpoint exactly when it started.
Rather than simply focusing on where it hurts, we look at how your body is moving and functioning as a whole. Chiropractic adjustments can help restore movement, while exercises and practical advice around movement, posture and everyday activities can help you build back strength and stability.
Neck pain can develop gradually as the demands of everyday life build up, or appear suddenly following an injury. The way we sit, work, use screens and carry things can all influence how the neck moves and feels, while injuries such as whiplash or concussion can create more significant changes.
Our approach starts with understanding what may be contributing to your pain. We use digital postural assessments and, if needed, referrals for X-rays to build a clearer picture. From there, we tailor your care to you, which may include chiropractic adjustments, exercises and guidance around posture, ergonomics and lifestyle.
When we think of good posture, we often think about sitting or standing straight. We might correct our posture when we remember, but inevitably, we return to our usual position. Understanding why your body naturally settles into these positions can be more useful than simply trying to correct it.
As part of your initial assessment, we use digital posture scans to assess your posture and alignment. This gives us a visual reference point to understand your posture and guide the care we provide.
From there, we can work with you to improve your posture through chiropractic adjustments, exercises and practical guidance.
Headaches and migraines can stem from various factors such as poor posture, stress, lack of sleep, neck or shoulder injuries, teeth clenching, or issues with the jaw and cranial function.
We understand how debilitating these can be, so if you visit us during a migraine, we ensure your comfort by darkening and quieting the room.
Our priority is to help you manage your acute pain. From there, we look at the factors that may be contributing to your symptoms and work with you to support longer-term improvement.
The temporomandibular joints (TMJs) are the joints that connect your jaw to your skull, allowing you to chew, speak and open and close your mouth. Problems with the jaw can be associated with injury, clenching, grinding, stress, changes in bite and tension or restricted movement around the jaw and neck.
Patrick has a special interest in TMJ and cranial care, with extensive training in techniques that address the jaw, head and surrounding structures. He has experience working with people experiencing a range of jaw and facial concerns, including jaw locking, facial pain, trigeminal neuralgia, vestibular symptoms and sinus-related discomfort.
Sciatica causes pain that travels from the lower back or buttock down the leg. It can occur when the sciatic nerve is irritated or compressed, sometimes following an injury or alongside changes in movement, muscle tension or joint function. Tightness around the hip and buttock can also irritate the sciatic nerve, something we commonly see in runners and people who spend long hours driving.
We use chiropractic adjustments to relieve pressure on the sciatic nerve, together with soft tissue therapies to ease muscle tension that may be contributing to the pain. We recommend exercises to promote strength and flexibility, along with advice on posture, ergonomics, and daily habits to prevent recurrence.
Sports injuries can affect athletes of all levels, from weekend warriors to professionals. They can result from overuse, incorrect technique, or imbalances in the body. We don’t just adjust the spine, but also extremities such as ankles, knees, hips, shoulders, elbows, and wrists. We provide targeted adjustments to restore alignment, improve mobility, and relieve pain.
Our approach goes beyond treating the immediate injury; we take a whole-body perspective to identify compensation patterns that may contribute to your condition or hinder recovery.
When excess pressure is placed on joints due to poor posture or repetitive movement habits, it can lead to stiffness, discomfort, and limited mobility. This type of strain can build up gradually, causing pain that affects daily activities and your overall quality of life.
We perform targeted adjustments to increase joint mobility, reduce pain and inflammation, and protect against further damage. We also address posture and movement patterns to help restore balance to the body, supporting better long-term joint health and function.
Pregnancy is an exciting journey, but it can also bring discomfort as the body adjusts to support a growing baby. Changes in weight distribution can cause misalignments in the spine and joints, leading to pain in the hips, pelvis, and back. As the baby grows, little feet or elbows pressing against the ribcage can add to the discomfort.
At our clinic, we have pregnancy pillows designed to allow you to lie comfortably on your tummy, taking the pressure off your spine so you can relax into your adjustment. We use gentle, safe techniques to relieve tension, create space for your growing baby, and align your pelvis and body for your baby’s arrival.