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He was subsequently offered an undergraduate academic instructor position, and has held teaching positions at WLU.

Dr. Craig Coghlin, B.A., CPT, CSCS, M.Sc., D.C., obtained his Bachelor's degree in 2003 in Scholar's Electives Kinesiology at the University of Western Ontario. From there he gained early acceptance to the Doctor of Chiropractic program at the renowned Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College, where he graduated Cum Laude, with Clinical Honours in 2007. After being in practice for a year, Dr. Coghli

n decided to return to an educational setting and pursued a Master of Science degree at Wilfrid Laurier University. His thesis, Concussions in Ice Hockey: Baseline Testing, Reporting Accuracy, and Cervical Functioning, was nominated for the Gold Medal award for outstanding research, and was successfully defended in 2010. Dr. Coghlin has spent countless hours learning and mastering the latest evidence-based techniques for assessment and treatment of many different types of pain and dysfunction. He offers the residents of the Listowel area the most progressive, state-of-the-art, manual healthcare available. His goal is to not only get the patient out of pain quickly, but give them the tools they need to remain in optimal health. He also offers monthly complimentary health seminars on a variety of pertinent health issues. Dr. Coghlin was in private practice in Waterloo for the past 3.5 years where he has gained invaluable experience treating elite and Olympic athletes, weekend warriors, office workers, couch potatoes, and everything in between. He has developed an exceptional success rate achieved in a fraction of the time of other therapies, and often is sought out by patients not obtaining relief from other forms of therapy. Dr. Coghlin is a Masters-Certified Active Release Techniques® Provider and Graston Technique® provider. These techniques address soft-tissue (muscle, tendon, ligament, fascia) dysfunctions that develop within tissue from overuse, repetitive strain, and micro/macro injury. These techniques have been shown to decrease treatment times and encourage proper healing environments, which decrease the risk of re-injury. In addition to the treatment of the injury, Dr. Coghlin emphasizes the importance of lifestyle changes and/or rehabilitation to avoid the development of chronic pain issues. To book your assessment with Dr. Coghlin, call Dynamic Fitness Listowel at 519-291-2122 today!

05/16/2025

This morning I presented to a high school healthcare class (which is a great class offering - I wish we had something like that when I was in high school). We spent a lot of time speaking about concussions and on their way out a student mentioned they had a concussion recently and weren’t improving. I overheard them mention some specific symptoms and asked “has anyone looked at your neck?” They answered “no”, but that they were scheduled for a CT scan as they weren’t improving.

This brings up NUMEROUS issues with concussion care. I am making a bit of an assumption here - but if no one has assessed their neck, it’s unlikely they has had any form of a proper assessment by a TRAINED provider. Research has shown time and time again that early assessment by an experienced and trained provider is paramount for an expedited recovery.

Number 2 - CT scans are not for patients who “just aren’t recovering as expected”. The Canadian CT Head Trauma Rule is a guideline for healthcare providers in ordering CT scans. In this case, none of the boxes would be ticked, so in my blunt opinion, a CT scan would be a waste of time and money.

Number 3 - This person’s brief description of her symptoms showed SO many potential neck drivers. They mentioned that their mother “didn’t want her to see a chiropractor because they would snap my neck”, and the mother was uncomfortable with that. I don’t even know how to keep my feelings on that brief. But here’s an attempt: a) if a patient does not feel comfortable with ANY type of treatment, it will NOT be provided - we must obtain consent for any treatment we provide, and there are numerous other treatment options; b) a neck adjustment is not always the necessary treatment for neck pain - do not marginalize a profession into a single treatment method; c) if an adjustment is warranted and the patient consents, the treatment is considered very safe.

I find it disappointing that so many people have preconceived notions about what chiropractors do and subsequently would not consider it as an option. In the VERY brief interaction with this student, I KNEW I would be able to help them, but instead they will likely be continued to be mismanaged and develop long term symptoms.

If you’ve made it this far on my post - are there any questions about concussion management you might have? Leave me a message or comment.

End rant!

02/19/2025

I’ve been rather busy lately (well, except for yesterday with all the weather cancellations) and looks like I missed my 10 year clinic anniversary. February 9 marked an entire DECADE at my current office location. The building has undergone a LOT of changes over the years, especially in the last 6 months as you’ve seen.

I’d just like to take a moment to say thank you to all my supportive patients who continue to trust me with their musculoskeletal healthcare needs. I’d also like to thank my super supportive wife - who as of today has spent 14 years dealing with me! You’re welcome, ha!

02/14/2025

Happy Friday everyone! And Happy Annoying Couple’s Day as well!

Today I thought I would address another concussion misconception that comes up quite frequently in my clinic. Many people think that concussions only occur in contact sports. This couldn’t be more false! I’ve been saying to people for years that I would make a list of many of the different mechanisms of injury patients have reported to me, simply to show people how mundane the cause might actually be. So, here’s a brief list of some of the common, and some uncommon, ways people has sustained a concussion:

*slips and falls (actually likely the most common)
*motor vehicle accidents (some in parking lots at a slow speed)
*head struck door frame while running into a room
*doubles ping pong
*roll up barn door malfunctioned and fell on top of head
*punched self in the chin trying to grab something that flew out of hands in a wind gust
*overshot the landing at a trampoline park
*two people running around the corner of a school in opposite directions while playing tag
*stray basketball thrown out of the court when they weren’t looking
*jumped off a bed into a low ceiling
*tripped backward landing on butt
*fainted during school concert
*baby headbutt

And these are just some of the many mechanisms. Just know that just about any blow to the head, neck, face, jaw, or anywhere else in the body (if the force is transmitted to the head) has the potential to cause a concussion. If in doubt, call me for an assessment!

01/24/2025

I thought today, given some of the conversations I’ve had with patients this week, I would share some of the myths/misconceptions surrounding concussions that somehow are still prevalent. Have you been told any of these before? Let me know in the comments if you have any other questions about concussions.

1. You have to be “knocked out” to get a concussion. NOPE. Actually the vast majority of concussions do NOT involve a loss of consciousness!

2. Someone who has been diagnosed with a concussion should be woke up every hour through the night. Geez no - let them sleep! If you’re concerned, just sneak in to the room quietly and check if their chest is rising. If it is, great they’re fine, leave them be!

3. You should rest completely until your symptoms go away, then you’re good to go. This is a very antiquated recommendation. Resting for the first day or so is fine, but thereafter you really should be performing “symptom-limited activity”. This basically means trying to perform some of your normal activities - as long as they don’t greatly increase your symptoms. And just because your symptoms are gone does NOT mean that your concussion is healed. Often some neurological symptoms may be floating under the surface that really should be addressed.

I could go on forever here, but I’ll leave it with the top 3. At the end of the day, don’t play with fire. If you are concerned you or someone you know has suffered a concussion, call us today to get a proper assessment and recommendations. Research consistently shows early intervention leads to a faster, less complicated recovery!

01/13/2025

What did you all get up to this weekend? Tobogganing? Snowshoeing? Trying to solve world hunger? Me? Oh thanks for asking!

I spent the weekend like I spend a large number of weekends throughout the year - attending a continuing education course. This weekend’s topic: Lower Limb Peripheral Neuropathies, with Dr. Glen Harris and Dr. Brad Muir (the one with the sweet hair) - 2 of my mentor/clinicians from CMCC. These gentlemen are not only insanely brilliant, but incredibly modest and adept and “dumbing” things down for us normal folk. I learned an absolute TON with some great “Monday morning tidbits” and admittedly a whole lot of revisiting the notes in the future. My brain is about as full as a piñata at a candy convention.

Did you know I treat more than just backs?? It always amazes me how many of my patients will comment “oh, I didn’t know you could treat *insert condition here*”. I do everything in my power to position myself as a point of primary contact for all neuromusculoskeletal conditions from head to toe. Feel free to email, DM, or comment below if you’re wondering if I’m able to treat something you’ve been struggling with.

Have a great upcoming week everyone!

01/08/2025

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Happy belated New Year everyone!

I’m trying to make a conscious effort to be a bit more active on this page - but I’ve been putting in some long hours lately trying to keep up with everything and haven’t been off to a great start!

I’d like to thank everyone for the positive comments on the building renovations. It’s a great feeling being stopped on the street, or being sent an email, or just patients commenting at their appointment. Interestingly I have had numerous people ask if I just built the building, noting they’ve never noticed the building before. I guess in its dilapidated state it just blended in and wasn’t noticeable. After 110 years, the building is finally recognizable! HA!

On that note, I’d love if everyone would help put word out that I have rooms to rent - 3 to be exact. 2 of the rooms are approximately 144 sqft (12’x12’ and 9’x17’), and one room is approximately 240 sqft (14’x17’). I would prefer to keep within the healthcare field - RMT, ND, PT, OT, SLP, reflexology, audiology, etc, but am open to anyone looking. It’s a great opportunity to be part of a great clinical environment!

Please pass on my information to anyone who might be interested!

dr.coghlin@gmail.com

Thanks!

12/19/2024

Aaaaaaaand that’s a wrap!

Other than a couple little fine details, I can officially say the renovation is DONE! I’m very happy with how everything turned out.

Again, I have to give some huge shout-outs to the contractors (bit of a long post):

Mike Binning Masonry - As with my previous posts - can’t say enough about these guys. To say Mike went above and beyond would be an understatement - from organizing all the other trades, constant phone calls and texts, and tackling every hiccup with a calm head and professionalism - he was a rockstar. Any little thing that came up, he would tell me “no worries I’ll look after it”. And every time he did!

Don Gibson Construction - Don and his crew dealt with constant delays from our initial steel supplier and were able to pivot and quickly tackle the job once the new supplier was found. They did a bang up job and captured my image perfectly.

All Star Metals - After ridiculous delays and outright lies from a very large steel supplier, I cancelled my order and went back to the drawing board. I recalled speaking with James (the owner) many years ago - so I called him to see if he could supply what I was looking for and how long his turn-around would be. He replied with “yeah, sure….it’ll likely be about 3 days”. And he wasn’t lying; Don and his crew had the material on the building the following week.

Mike Pentz Electrical - Those who know Mike know he’s reliable and trustworthy. He offered suggestions and options for the lighting needed for the signs and entrance and had everything swapped over in no time.

Innovative Digital - This company created the signs for the building. I was back and forth with them multiple times on tweaking the sign, and they were always helpful.

Greg Stubbs - Greg designed my new logo - which looks fantastic on the building now! Greg was super helpful and acccomodating through the design process.

If anyone needs any contact info - let me know and I’d be more than happy to pass it on. If you know me, you know I haven’t had the best of luck with some of my past construction endeavours - I’m very relieved that this project went smoothly and was exactly the look I imagined!

11/25/2024

Another update, because apparently I’m terrible with updates! It’s been a while!

For anyone that has driven past, after some supplier issues, we’re back at the second phase of construction. I managed to find a MUCH more reliable and local supplier for our steel, and we’re off to the races again.

Another random note - I will continue to be out of the clinic this week recuperating from some surgery last week. I may have underestimated the recovery time and was hoping to be back part time this week, but my surgeon actually laughed at me when I mentioned this. I appreciate everyone’s patience as i try and get back to my normal schedule next week.

09/16/2024

BIG kudos to Mike Binning Masonry! Check out these before and after shots!

Stage 1 is complete! The transformation is looking great so far and I can’t say enough about Mike and his crew.

A few weeks back I took my annual one week of vacation and we coordinated that during this time Mike would tackle the front of the building and the entrance. This was no easy feat! The old crumbly (and apparently incorrectly installed) red brick had to be removed, a few repairs needed to be completed behind it, and then all new stone had to be installed. In. One. Week.

I had reports from patients that they would see them in on the weekend and crazy early mornings and late nights to get it done before my return. I always thought I worked long hours until these guys started putting in 14-16 hour days! Unreal!

I’m excited for the next stage, hopefully starting in the next few weeks!

08/15/2024

🗣️ANNOUNCEMENT # 4 (I think we’re up to 4 now…yeesh).

I’ve hinted to a few people over the last year, and it’s been a long process, but the clinic is REBRANDING!

To go along with all of the changes currently going on around here, I thought I would update my clinic name and logo as well! I linked up with an awesome graphic designer, Greg Stubbs, here in town and he rocked out a logo I think looks awesome. I stressed to him I wanted to “keep is simple” soooooo….

🧠COGHLIN HEALTH🧠

Short. Sweet. To the point. Much easier to say than “Dynamic Health and Rehabilitation”. And believe it or not - DAILY I would answer the phone “Good morning, Dynamic Health”…and would get the response “oh sorry, I must have the wrong number. I’m looking for Dr. Coghlin.”. Ha, yes, that’s me!

It’ll be a bit of process getting business cards in, working on getting my new domain coghlinhealth.ca to link with my current website, creating new signage and other materials, and updating all clinic paperwork. But it will look great….here’s a sneak peak at the icon portion of the logo.

Keep an eye out on this page as you’ll see the banners change. Anyone that is currently following my other page for “Dynamic Concussion Management” - I plan on closing that page down completely and just having one!

Thanks for your ongoing patience around here!

08/12/2024

🗣️ANNOUNCEMENT # 3

On our theme of missing persons around here, many have also been asking about the status of our stellar RMT, Samantha. In June Samantha gave birth to a happy, healthy little baby girl! Mom and baby are doing quite well!

As such, Samantha is on maternity leave BUT (as are the joys of being self-employed) she is planning to start returning to work on a part-time basis this fall! She obviously will not be working full days as she’s only been off for a few months - so be patient as she triages those who need it most!

Join me in congratulating Samantha! We’re all excited to see her smiling face back in clinic soon!

More to come…(I told you there was lots going on!)

08/09/2024

🗣️ANNOUNCEMENT #2

(Quick reminder: the parking lot is now fenced off for the contractor and is unavailable. Please park across the street in the municipal lot.)

Some people have noticed there’s a different feel on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons here at the clinic. After 10 years of keeping me organized, bookkeeping, answer phones, chatting with patients and generally doing a brilliant job of managing the clinic - Cheryl (aka mom) flipped a desk, said “screw this place” and stormed out.

Just kidding!! My mom and dad recently moved out of the area and are living the proper retirement lifestyle they deserve! 🍷

We’re going to miss her presence around here. There will definitely be a period of adjustment (in a variety of ways), so be patient with me!

Thanks so much to my mom for 10 years of wisdom, reassurance, and assistance at the clinic!

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Listowel, ON

Opening Hours

Monday	11am - 7pm
Tuesday	9am - 7pm
Wednesday	9am - 3pm
Thursday	9am - 7pm
Friday	9am - 3pm

Telephone

+15194184244

Website

http://www.dynamichealthrehab.ca/

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