The number one choice for many residents of Barrhaven and surrounding areas for Chiropractic care, Massage Therapy and custom orthotics.
As one of Barrhaven's longest serving Chiropractic and massage therapy clinics, we continually strive for the highest standards of excellence in all aspects of patient care. This high-level of quality and service has helped us become the number one choice for many residents of Barrhaven and surrounding areas for Chiropractic care, massage therapy and custom orthotics. And with almost two decades of improved health and wellness in our patients, it's easy to see why. To book a massage therapy appointment with Angela, use the link below! angelahopper.clinicsense.com
09/02/2025
Are you a runner wanting to prevent injuries? 🏃♀️
Well, this post is just for you!
A recent study found that a hip and core-focused exercise program helps prevent runners' injuries.
So, does that include planks, bird dogs, or glute bridges?
Schedule an appointment today to figure out what exercises you should be doing. 🗓️
Source: Leppänen M, et al. British Journal of Sports Medicine. July 2024.
09/01/2025
Pain on the bottom of your heel with the first few steps in the morning? 🦶
This is a common symptom of plantar fasciitis.
While it may feel that the plantar fascia is tight and needs to be loosened, recent research has actually found that it is less stiff in those with plantar fasciitis!
This is why it is important to implement the correct stability program to return the fascia back to its normal stiffness!
We treat plantar fasciitis at our office! Check out this infographic for more information. 👍 https://bit.ly/46EjX6w
Source: Thakur R, et al. Cureus. May 2024.
08/29/2025
Boost your health by eating a variety of colorful fruits and vegetables! Each color offers different nutrients and antioxidants that support overall health. Aim to include a mix of:
Eating a rainbow can help you feel your best, and so can chiropractic care!
08/28/2025
Concussions are a serious condition that requires proper care.
While concussions typically involve trauma to the brain, they can also strain the surrounding muscles in the neck and shoulder region.
Chiropractors can play a valuable role in the treatment team, helping manage both the concussion itself and associated musculoskeletal pain. 🙌
Give our office a call today! 📞
Source: Oldenburg C, et al. Scandinavian Journal of Pain. June 2024.
08/27/2025
Experiencing pain on the outside of your hip? 👀
Greater trochanteric pain syndrome, often caused by irritation of the gluteal tendon or the bursa, could be the issue.
Effective treatment involves strengthening the glutes and assessing the motion of the spine and hips.
Let us help you develop a personalized treatment plan for greater trochanteric pain syndrome! 🙌
Source: Kjeldsen T, et al. Physiotherapy. January 2024.
08/26/2025
Increased pain in the lower back? 👎
Pressing on the muscles in the lower back shouldn’t usually cause pain or discomfort. However, those experiencing lower back pain are more sensitive to pressure.
Chiropractic adjustments help reduce this increased sensitivity to pressure, which is one reason they are useful for those with low back pain.
If you are curious about how chiropractic care can help, let’s chat! 💬
Source: Freitas JP, et al. Chiropractic & Manual Therapies. May 2024.
08/25/2025
Head, shoulders, knees, and toes! 🎶
Even as kids, we sang about how the head and shoulders are related.
A recent research article found that those with neck pain had longer reaction times and decreased shoulder movement accuracy.
So, while neck pain is literally a pain in the neck, it also impacts the movement of other areas.
Let us point you in the right direction. 👉 Make an appointment today.
Source: Cheema N, et al. Human Movement Science. August 2024.
08/22/2025
We all know that stress can impact many different parts of our health, but did you know that stress can contribute to chronic lower back pain? 😩
A recent study found that increased stress was a risk factor for delayed recovery. This is why it is vital to have some stress management strategies, even for the treatment of low back pain.
Still trying to figure out what to do for stress management? Check out this infographic for some ideas! https://bit.ly/3GSGvlF 🙌
Source: Chang WJ, et al. The Journal of Pain. May 2024.
08/21/2025
The hips and the lower back are closely related.
A recent review found that people with low back pain have:
✔️ Limited hip range of motion
✔️ Increased activation of the glutes and hamstrings
✔️ Weakness of the hip muscles
That is why when we examine someone with low back pain, we evaluate the whole body to see what other factors are contributing to the pain.
Source: Pizol GZ, et al. BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders. May 2024.
08/20/2025
How long does it take for tendons to heal? ⏳
A recent study found that elbow, knee, and ankle tendon injuries usually last 3-4 months, and shoulder injuries typically take up to a year to fully recover without treatment.
This highlights the need for treatment that includes strengthening and improving movement patterns, regardless of the injury location.
If you are experiencing tendon pain, make an appointment so we can help you! 🙌
Source: Garzon M, et al. Musculoskeletal Science and Practice. June 2024.
08/19/2025
Pilates is an effective treatment for lower back pain and is especially helpful during pregnancy and the postpartum period. 🤰👩🍼
A recent study found that 270 minutes of Pilates per week during pregnancy and 150 minutes of Pilates postpartum resulted in the largest improvements. 🙌 *Always check with your birthcare provider before starting any new activity.
Whether you are a mom-to-be or already a mom, don’t let low back pain get in the way. Let us help!
Source: Manca A, et al. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport. June 2024.
08/18/2025
Lower back pain? Pain, numbness, or tingling on the back of the leg? 🦵
These are common symptoms of sciatica.
While you might think this needs surgery, a recent review confirmed that non-surgical treatment significantly reduces sciatica pain, like chiropractic care! 🙂
Time to get rid of the pain. Schedule your appointment now! 🗓️
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As one of Barrhaven's longest serving Chiropractic clinic, I continually strive to achieve the highest standards of excellence in all aspects of patient care. This high-level of quality and service has helped me become the number one choice for many residents of Barrhaven and surrounding areas for Chiropractic care, and custom orthotics.
Originally from Trois-Rivières, QC, I have been in practice in Barrhaven since 1993. Over the past 25 years, I have continuously acquired further knowledge, skills and experience, but it is my passion for caring for people and my ultimate goal of restoring their optimal health that has fuelled my success and established me as a well-respected health care practitioner in my community.
Additionally, I hold positions with the Canadian Chiropractic Board of Examiners and the College of Chiropractors of Ontario. It has been very professionally fulfilling and gratifying to serve the Chiropractic profession outside the traditional clinic sense, all the while providing an opportunity for myself to continuously learn and remain the best Chiropractor I can be.
In addition to Chiropractic care, South Nepean Family Chiropractic also offers Massage Therapy. Our in house massage therapist is Angela Hopper.
Angela Hopper graduated from a 2200 hour program from the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy with honours after completing an undergrad in Music from St. Francis Xavier University. She is a member of the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario as well as the Registered Massage Therapists Association of Ontario.
Angela is passionate about providing comprehensive treatment plans that are attainable for her patients. She focuses on postural alignment, headache and migraine relief, correcting repetitive stress injuries, nerve entrapment, TMJ dysfunction, sports injuries, stress management and remedial exercise. She believes that people should not have to live in a state of chronic discomfort and through manual therapy and our health care team at South Nepean Family Chiropractic, we can get you on a path of relief!
To book an appointment with Angela, use the following link! angelahopper.clinicsense.com