14/07/2025
✨Disability Pride Month ✨
Hi, I’m Isabelle, one of the chiropractors here at the clinic!
July is Disability Pride Month, and I wanted to take a moment to share a bit about what it can be like to live with a disability.
Not many of my patients know this, but I was born with a visual impairment called nystagmus. It’s considered an invisible disability, meaning you likely wouldn’t know I have it unless I told you. Invisible disabilities can present unique challenges. On one hand, they can make it easier to avoid immediate judgments but on the other hand asking for help can be harder when others don’t understand why it's needed.
Something that is also important to highlight is that any disability comes with a spectrum and certain disabilities can vary in their impact on the patient’s life on the day. For example, my disability it is very constant - I can see the same amount every day, but blindness can be a spectrum too. The same goes for other disabilities where some might require a wheelchair on certain days and on others they can walk relatively freely without any aid.
My reason for sharing this is that at our clinic, we strive to create an inclusive, understanding space for everyone regardless of physical or mental ability. If you have specific needs or accommodations that would help you feel more comfortable during treatment, please don’t hesitate to let us know. We’re here to support you.
Over the years, I’ve learned that while I’m capable of navigating life independently, it’s absolutely okay to ask for help - and I encourage others to do the same!
