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What’s a Multidisciplinary Approach to Low Back Pain Treatment?

Written By Merivale Chiropractic and Massage Clinic on June 21, 2019

Man with low back pain70% of people in industrialized countries will suffer from low back pain at some point in life.

If left untreated, acute low back pain may turn into chronic pain with lifelong complications.

Fortunately, our multidisciplinary low back pain treatment at Merivale Chiropractic and Massage Clinic can target your pain at its source and may help you live a life free from suffering.

What Are Some Causes Low Back Pain?

Living in Ottawa, we know there’s no shortage of ice and snow in the winter. Unfortunately, this leads to dangerous slip-and-fall accidents. Not only that, but years of improper posture at work, prolonged sitting behind a desk, and poor lifting techniques can all result in back pain.

Muscle strains, slipped discs, ruptured discs, pinched nerves, spinal stenosis, and inflammation can all cause low back pain. The bottom line is that the cause of pain may be multifaceted. As such, should the approach to improve health.

A Multidisciplinary Approach to Low Back Pain Treatment in Ottawa

At Merivale Chiropractic and Massage Clinic, we use a comprehensive multidisciplinary approach to treat your whole body for back pain relief.

  • Chiropractic: Our chiropractors are certified in a broad range of techniques including Diversified, Koren Specific Technique and Webster’s Technique.

  • Traction: Using a special machine, your chiropractor will gently pull your spine’s vertebrae to encourage a healthy environment for healing.

  • Massage: One of our Registered Massage Therapists (RMTs) will target your muscles and connective tissue.

  • Acupuncture: Our acupuncture service will entail tiny needles inserted into pressure points throughout the body.

Our professional team at Merivale Chiropractic and Massage Clinic has served the Ottawa community for over 38 years. Dr. Leo Lachowich has nearly 40 years of experience helping patients find natural pain relief.

Don’t live another day with back pain. Call Merivale Chiropractic and Massage Clinic now to schedule a consultation at 613-226-8142.

Tools 4 School

Every year the Tools for School program at the Nepean, Rideau and Osgoode Community Resource Centre (NROCRC) collects and distributes the necessary school supplies to children and youth in need. Join Merivale Chiropractic Clinic as we hold our annual supply drive to support those families who need help providing their children with the proper tools to learn.

From July 12 - August 14, 2019 new patients may donate a new backpack filled with some supplies listed below and receive a complimentary consultation, chiropractic exam, nervous system stress analysis (COREscore™), x-ray reading (if required) as well as a report of findings (value of $150). Alternatively, receive your initial exam for $50 and a donation will be made to Tools 4 School on your behalf.

Kindergarten - G3

Grades 4-5

Middle School (6-8)

High School (9-12)

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Duo tang (1)

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Pencils (10)
Erasers (2)
Pencil sharpener (1)

Pens (3)
Coloured pencils (1)
Highlighters (2)

Metric ruler (1)

Glue sticks (1)

Duo tangs (2)
Binders (2)
Pack of dividers (1)
Pack of lined paper (1)

Notebooks (2)

Pencil case (1)
Pencils (5)
Erasers (1)
Pencil sharpener (1)

Pens (5)
Coloured pencils (1)
Highlighters (3)

Metric ruler

Duo tangs (4)
Binders (3)
Pack of dividers (1)
Pack of lined paper (2)

Notebooks (4)

The following is a list of recommended supplies provided by NROCRC:

For more information or to book your exam today, please click here or call our office at (613) 226-8142.

Peripheral Neuropathy Month Extended

Due to popular demand, we will be extending our peripheral neuropathy awareness month until July 31st. Merivale Chiropractic & Massage Clinic offers a safe and comprehensive protocol for neuropathy and numbness. This is an option for those who would like to try a drug- and surgery-free protocol. Regardless of the cause of PN, our protocol may help restore proper health and nerve function.

Call (613) 226-8142 or click here to book your complimentary consultation today.

DWD

Our next Dinner with the Doc seminar will be held on Tuesday, July 30th at 6:45pm at Broadway Bar and Grill. Interested in a complimentary dinner and an engaging presentation on the benefits of a healthy nervous system and how to squeeze more health out of life? Perhaps you know someone who could benefit? Call (613) 226-8142 or click here to register on Eventbrite. All attendees are entered into our door-prize draw, and all non-patient guests will also receive a gift of health valued at $150. Space is limited, so please RSVP before July 29th, 2019.


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