Baby News, 10 Years & Some Myth-Busting
Cracking the Myths:
What Chiropractic Care Can (and Can’t) Do
At Leaps and Bounds Performance Rehab, we offer a wide range of healthcare services to help us develop the most comprehensive care plans possible for our patients. From physiotherapy to athletic therapy, we’re here to help you manage pain or injuries and get back to the activities that matter most to you.
One of the ways we do this is through chiropractic care, an often-misunderstood field of healthcare that focuses on assessing and treating conditions involving joints, muscles, and nerves, especially the spine, to improve movement and reduce pain. Unfortunately, many myths about chiropractic care abound, which can keep people from seeking treatment.
10 Year Anniversary 🎉
We’re excited to share that our clinic will be celebrating our 10 year anniversary this May! It’s a big milestone for us, and we’re really grateful for all the support from our patients and community over the years. We’ll be sharing special announcements and ways to celebrate with us, so please keep an eye on your email for updates. More to come soon!
Debunking Four Chiropractic Myths
Myth #1: “Chiropractic care is only for back pain.”
While back pain is a common reason people seek care, our chiropractor is trained to assess and treat a wide range of conditions affecting the entire musculoskeletal system. This includes:
- Neck pain and stiffness
- Certain types of headaches
- Shoulder, hip, and knee pain
- Sports injuries and overuse conditions
- Reduced mobility after injury or inactivity
- Lower back pain & sciatica
Chiropractic care also involves a lot more than just spinal adjustments. Joint mobilizations help improve the range of motion of various joints in your body, while soft tissue therapy targets muscles and connective tissue. We typically combine these hands-on methods with corrective exercises to restore strength and control in a more proactive way.
Myth #2: “Once you start chiropractic care, you have to keep going forever.”
Care is tailored to your goals and conditions. Ongoing visits are optional, not required. Our chiropractor will guide you through a structured program that generally starts with pain management, moves on to building strength and stability, and ends with strategies to return to sport or daily activities.
Throughout the process, we’ll educate you about your condition and provide self-management strategies and at-home exercises to support long-term results.
Ultimately, our goal is to help you need less care over time, not more. Some of our patients choose occasional check-ins to stay on track. Others stop treatment once their goals are met.
Myth #3: “Spinal adjustments are unsafe.”
A spinal adjustment is a controlled, quick movement applied to a joint to help improve mobility and reduce pain sensitivity. It is just one tool that we may use, and it will always come with an explanation beforehand, and only proceed with your consent.
We are trained to screen for risk factors and will always adapt techniques as needed. If preferred, low-force options are available, using slower, controlled movements to gently guide joints through their range of motion (i.e. see mobilizations).
Note: If you’re unsure or have questions about chiropractic care, we can always set up a quick 15-minute discovery call with our chiropractor (phone or virtual). This gives you a chance to discuss your concerns and see if it feels like a good fit before booking an appointment.
Myth #4: “Chiropractic care is passive.”
Modern chiropractic care is active, collaborative, and goal-driven.
Our team recognizes that passive care alone (where treatments are done to you) has limited long-term benefit. That’s why we combine hands-on treatment with active rehab. Your care plan may include:
- Strength training to support joints and prevent re-injury
- Motor control exercises to improve coordination and movement patterns
- Load management to help you adjust activity levels to promote recovery
- Information on how to improve pain, posture, and movement habits
For example, if you’re struggling with neck pain, we’ll generally start with hands-on mobilizations or soft tissue work before prescribing exercises to strengthen the deep neck muscles. If you have low back pain, we’ll use a combination of spinal manipulation and targeted exercises to strengthen your core, which helps support your spine.
Rethinking Chiropractic Care
Chiropractic care has evolved into a robust healthcare approach that’s no longer defined by quick fixes or one-size-fits-all approaches.
At Leaps and Bounds Performance Rehab, our chiropractor focus on providing and creating individualized treatment programs that prioritize active recovery and performance. In many cases, we combine chiropractic care with other treatment techniques available at our clinic, including physiotherapy, massage therapy, or ergonomic training.
Staff Spotlight: Dr. Roslyn Eng
Dr. Roslyn Eng is a person-centred, evidence-based chiropractor who is passionate about understanding her patients and supporting their goals. Whether it’s managing pain, optimizing performance, or helping people get back to what they love, she is dedicated to empowering individuals through hands-on care, exercise prescription, and patient education.
Dr. Roz provides individualized chiropractic care to the Oakville and Burlington communities, with a special interest in working with dancers and promoting healthy aging. She enjoys treating people from all walks of life for a wide range of musculoskeletal concerns, from head to toe.
In addition to treating a wide range of patients, she has a special interest in:
- Dancer rehabilitation
- Concussion management
- TMJ dysfunction
She also offers:
- Orthotic assessment, fabrication, and dispensing
- Contemporary medical acupunctur
Our Patients Are Getting Results
“I saw Dr. Roslyn Eng virtually for a persistent pain in my hip. She was able to determine the cause and explain exercises all on zoom. She was very professional and knowledgeable while still being easy going and empathetic. I would definitely visit her again for any future issues.” – BL
Ready to Move Better?
If pain or stiffness is holding you back, it may be time for a fresh approach. The team at Leaps and Bounds Performance Rehab will help you identify the root cause of your symptoms, build a plan that fits your goals, and help you return to the activities you enjoy. Book your initial appointment today and let our chiropractor help you take the first step toward stronger, more confident movement.
Can Chiropractic Care Help Prevent Injuries?
Here’s What to Know
At Leaps and Bounds Performance Rehab, we take a proactive approach to care, which is why we emphasize injury prevention. While our team is always ready to help if you do suffer an injury, we also love to work with patients to help reduce their risk before pain or dysfunction comes to visit.
Chiropractic care is one of the ways we do that. It supports how your body moves, absorbs loads, and recovers after activity–all factors that play a key role in injury prevention.
Our Caring Team Is Here For You
Andrew Convery, BAHSc Hons AT, CSEP-PT
Certified Athletic Therapist (C)
Carolina Rotondo, MPT, Hons BSc, Cert MDT
Registered Physiotherapist
Christina Camilleri, RMT, BAHSc Hons AT
Certified Athletic Therapist (C), Registered Massage Therapist
Dr. Roslyn Eng, DC, Hons BSc Kin
Doctor of Chiropractic
Michelle Davies
Client Experience Manager
Onika Green, Cert MPC, MHK
Mental Performance Consultant
Pat Stanziano, MPT, Hons BScKin, Cert MDT, Dip Sport Physio
Registered Physiotherapist, Sport Physiotherapist
Thomas Stavro Sholdoff, MscPT, Hons BA Kin
Registered Physiotherapist
Tania Tajik, MScPT, Hons BSc, Cert MDT
Registered Physiotherapist
Recipe of the Month: Chicken Caesar Wrap
Ingredients:
For the Toasty Panko Croutons
- ½ cup panko bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
Tahini Caesar Dressing
- ⅓ cup tahini
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons water
- kosher salt
For the Wrap
- 1 bunch Tuscan kale ribs removed and shredded
- 1 whole romaine heart shredded
- 3 tablespoons Everything but the Bagel Seasoning
- 2 ripe avocados cut into large wedges
- 2 chicken breasts seasoned with salt and pepper and grilled
- 4 tortillas
Instructions:
- Place the olive oil and butter in a small skillet over medium high heat. Add the panko and toast until golden. Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
- Combine the ingredients for the Tahini Caesar Dressing in a small blender and set aside.
- Combine the shredded kale and lettuce in a large bowl. Drizzle a few tablespoons of the dressing along with the toasted panko, the everything seasoning and the chopped grilled chicken. Toss to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning and dressing.
- Place a heaping portion into 2 tortillas and wrap and roll. Slice on a diagonal and serve.