Chiropractic Chiropractor Vancouver BC Canada
Dr. Shimizu CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC
The Purpose of Chiropractic
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About Doctor Kevin Shimizu
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About the Practice
The primary focus of our practice is the spine. However, we also see conditions that affect other parts our body such as the foot, knee, leg, shoulders, ribs, elbow, hands and the jaw. Orthotics are custom fitted in our office using a computer GaitScan and biofoam casting. Our team also includes a registered massage therapist (RMT), a shiatsu therapist (SPR), and a certified Kinesiotape practitioner.
Common Complaints seen in our office:
  • Back pain
  • Leg pain
  • Hip pain
  • Knee pain
  • Foot/heel pain
  • Sciatica
  • Disc injuries
  • Headaches
  • Neck pain
  • Numbness in hands and arms
  • Whiplash
  • Jaw pain
  • Bunions
  • Pregnancy and post-pregnancy adjustments
  • Pediatric chiropractic
Foot Health and Orthotics
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"75% of all people will experience foot related problem at some point in their lives"

It's important to understand your feet have direct impact on the rest of your body. A small abnormality Computer checkin foot function can have a large impact on joints higher up causing pain and discomfort. Most individuals will seek out medical attention, but do not realize the source of their pain is their feet.
If you are experiencing pain or discomfort in your ankles, knees, hips or back....the direct cause may be the function of your feet or ill-fitting shoes.

our clinic has certified professionals who can evaluate your fee, fit you for orthotics and advise you on footwear.

What Are Orthotics?

Orthotics are inserts that fit comfortably into your shoes,.
They are designed to support and improve functioning of your feet. Our therapist will cast and scan your feet to produce custom fitted orthotics to maximize comfort and control.
Most private insurance companies recognize the need for new orthotics and their plans will cover orthotics biannually or annually.

Self Assessment(PDF)

Mobile casting/orthotics service starting from October 2009!
Can’t come to us? Let us come to you!
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We offer mobile orthotics service for corporations and individuals. Our service includes gait assessment, biomechanical examination, and foot casting. For service outside the city Vancouver, we request a minimum of three orthotics purchases. Please call our office to book an appointment.
Cold Laser Therapy

The Healing Nature of Light

First developed over 30 years ago, cold laser therapy uses a specific type of light to penetrate the skin's surface and underlying tissues to stimulate the body's natural repair processes. The result is faster healing and reduced pain, swelling and inflammation.

We are dedicated to improving quality of life for those who experience pain, sports injuries and rehabilitative conditions. We offers natural, effective, non-invasive, drug-free laser solutions that are FDA approved. Applying light produced by low level laser, triggers normal cellular functions that lead to faster wound healing, pain relief and accelerated functional recovery.

Cold Laser therapy has been used successfully to treat athletic injuries, acute & chronic conditions, repetitive strain disorders, tissue healing and much more. By providing the extra energy required for healing, the tissue is able to heal itself naturally. This innovative therapeutic alternative may also eliminate the need for painful, debilitating surgeries and drug therapies so often accompanied by harmful side effects


Laser therapy provides an unmatched advantage in the treatment of conditions such as:
  • Athletic Injuries
  • Lower Back Pain
  • Knee and Foot Pain
  • Shoulder Injury
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Arthritis, Muscle Spasm
  • Relief of Muscle and Joint Pain
  • Skin infections, including cold sores, warts, verruca
  • Relief of Stiffness, the Promotion of Muscle Relaxation, and Cell Restoration
  • Wound Management, Including Skin Ulcers, Pressure Sores and Burns
  • Soft Tissue Injuries, Including Sprains and Strains, Tendonitis and Hematomas
  • Joint Disorders and Conditions, Including Arthritis, and Tenosynovitis
  • Chronic pain, including Trigeminal Neuralgia and Chronic Neck and Back pain

Our clinic is using BIOFLEX –Low Intensity Laser.
More detailed info: Meditech-Bioflex website
*Extend health insurance may cover all or part of the treatment cost.
FAQs:
Q: What is Low Intensity Laser Therapy?
Low Intensity Laser Therapy (LILT) is the use of monochromatic light emission from a low intensity laser diode(250 mW or less) or an array of high intensity super-luminous diodes(providing total optical power in the 10-2000 mW range) to treat musculoskeletal injuries, chronic and degenerative conditions and to heal wounds.

The light source is placed in contact with the skin allowing the photon energy to penetrate tissue, where it interacts with various intracellular bio-molecules resulting in the restoration of normal cell morphology and function. This process also enhances the body’s natural healing propensities.
Q: How long does a treatment take?
Treatments are typically 15 minutes to one hour in length and a treatment program statistically requires an average of 10 treatments.
Q: What does Low Intensity Laser Therapy do?
By affecting and reversing the offending pathology at the cellular level, laser therapy optimizes the restoration of injured tissues to function normally, thereby alleviating the symptom of pain. The beneficial effects of laser therapy are cumulative over the course of a series of treatments.
Q: Are there any contraindications?
Yes. The basic contraindications are:
  1. patients on photoactive medication
  2. Women in their first trimester of pregnancy
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-Dr. Shimizu CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC- Signature Place, Suite 211-2678 W. Broadway, Vancouver, BC, CANADA V6K 2G3 Tel: 604-731-3319
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