Apex Chiropractic & Natural Health Centre in North Edmonton
#203, 16761 91 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5Z 2X4
Call 780-456-5745
CHIROPRACTORS
Apex Chiropractic and Natural Health Centre have two licensed and board-certified chiropractors, Dr. Chris Nutting and Dr. Ahmed Fayad.
Dr. Chris Nutting | Chiropractor
DC, MSc in Nutrition, Associate Professor (American College of
Healthcare Sciences)
Dr. Brandon Psutka | Chiropractor
DC, MSc in Sports Medicine
Apex Chiropractic offers various techniques and treatments for the following conditions:
Acute/Chronic neck and back pain Headaches Sciatica Piriformis syndrome Chronic and referred pain Motor Vehicle Accidents Work injuries - WCB approved Sports injuries Bulging/herniated disc Referred pain syndromes Plantar Fasciitis Tennis Elbow/Golfers Elbow Pregnancy care Pediatric care Preventive maintenance Custom Orthotics Nutrition Counseling for weight loss and sports Sports Nutrition to enhance performance/aid in recovery for all athletic levels Low-force techniques are available Military & Senior rates
Graston Technique®
Graston Technique® is an innovative, patented form of instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization that enables clinicians to effectively break down scar tissue and fascial restrictions. The technique utilizes specially designed stainless steel instruments to specifically detect and effectively treat areas exhibiting soft tissue fibrosis or chronic inflammation.
TECHNIQUE: Separates and breaks down collagen cross-links, and splays and stretches connective tissue and muscle fibers Increases skin temperature Facilitates reflex changes in the chronic muscle holding pattern Alters spinal reflux activity (facilitated segment) Increases the rate and amount of blood flow to and from the area Increases cellular activity in the region, including fibroblasts and mast cells Increases histamine response secondary to mast cell activity
The Graston Technique® instruments have been clinically proven to be effective and quicker in treating acute and chronic conditions: Cervical sprain/strain (neck pain) Lumbar sprain/strain (back pain) Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (wrist pain) Plantar Fasciitis (foot pain) Lateral Epicondylitis (tennis elbow) Medial Epicondylitis (golfer’s elbow) Rotator Cuff Tendinosis (shoulder pain) Patellofemoral Disorders (knee pain) Achilles Tendinosis (ankle pain) Fibromyalgia Scar Tissue Trigger Finger Shin Splints
MASSAGE THERAPY
Maria Verreuult | RMT
Massage Therapist
is a registered massage therapist holding the 3000hr accreditation. Employed at Apex since May 2017. Maria is accepting new clients, call today to make an appointment!
ACCUPUNCTURE
Maggie Zhao| B.Sc
Registered Acupuncturis
MASSAGE THERAPY
Meriam Parafina | RMT
Massage Therapist
Meriam is a registered massage therapist holding 2200-hour accreditation. She specializes in Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Trigger Point Therapy, Myofascial Cupping, and Hot Stone Therapy.
“Massage has many benefits for physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. My career is my passion to help others to achieve optimal health.”
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Kathleen Fong RMT
Massage Therapist
Kathleen has 15 years of massage experience. She is a registered massage therapist using multiple techniques such as Hot Jade stone, Fascial Restructuring Manual Therapy for Level 1 & 2 also consists of visceral therapy for chronic pain and joint dysfunction, and Myofascial cupping.
"My goal is to help each and everyone to live a pain-free daily active lifestyle."
ACCUPUNCTURE
Dr. Seyed Hamid Abtahi|MSc, Dipl. Ac, R. Ac
• Registered acupuncturist with the College of Acupuncturists of Alberta CAA, R.Ac
• Diploma of Acupuncture with Honours (Dipl. Ac)
• Master of Science in Anesthesia
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Certified in Su Jok Acupuncture (Korean style of acupuncture that focuses on palms of feet and hands) from International Su Jok Academy
• 10+ years of experience with a Master's degree specializing in anesthesia
• Taught medical-surgical and intensive care theories for 20+ years
• Served as a faculty member at Azad University of Kazeroon in Iran for 12 years teaching pathophysiology of medical diseases, intensive care, pediatric and gynecological disorders. Also served as the student advisor in the field of research and education.
