Techniques And Modalities


Woodgrove Pines Wellness Clinic Offers a Variety of Chiropractic Techniques


When you have an injury or illness that affects musculoskeletal function, you may require a number of different therapies to relieve pain and restore normal mobility. These methods can have different effects that help to heal tissues and improve range of motion. At Woodgrove Pines Wellness Clinic in Nanaimo, BC, we utilize a range of chiropractic techniques and modalities to help patients achieve greater comfort and better movement.

Woodgrove Pines Wellness Clinic Offers a Variety of Chiropractic Techniques

Manual Adjustment

An essential of chiropractic care, manual adjustment helps to re-align spinal structures, relieving pressure on muscles and nerves for pain-free movement.

Spinal Decompression

Non-surgical spinal decompression is a method used to gently separate the structures of the spinal canal to allow them to fall back into their natural position, for better function and easier movement.

Active Release Technique

Chiropractors use the active release technique to treat a variety of musculoskeletal problems, such as muscle sprains, stiffness from trauma, and inflammation of the fascia. It can be used to help back pain, neck pain, shoulder problems, shin splints, and other issues. The technique uses both manipulation and movement to stimulate healing processes.

Massage Therapy

Massage uses manipulation of tissue by a variety of techniques to improve the flow of blood and natural healing chemicals to affected tissues in the body. It can help to reduce tension and improve muscle function.

Laser Therapy

Laser therapy uses low frequency laser light to stimulate “biomodulation” deep within tissues. It is frequently used to relieve pain and improve healing at a cellular level. Laser therapy is painless, and has proven its effectiveness for reducing pain.

Shockwave Therapy

Shockwave therapy uses acoustic waves to stimulate the body to use its natural defenses to aid the healing of tissues. It can be used for a variety of musculoskeletal problems, including tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, shoulder pain, hip pain, and tennis elbow.

Make Woodgrove Pines Wellness Clinic Your Chiropractor in Nanaimo

The health professionals at Woodgrove Pines Wellness Clinic have extensive training in a variety of treatment modalities, to provide superior care for our patients in Nanaimo, BC, and the surrounding areas. We treat many conditions, including back pain, sciatica, disc herniation, shoulder pain, knee pain, sports injuries, and work injuries. Call Woodgrove Pines Wellness Clinic today at (250) 390-2003 for an appointment to learn about the techniques and modalities that can help you achieve better health and wellness.

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