Chiropractic

In most cases, no referral is required to book a chiropractic appointment. However, some insurance plans may require a referral for reimbursement purposes. Give us a call if you're unsure if you require a referral.

On your initial appointment, your practitioner will go through:

• a thorough health history review
• discussion of symptoms and goals
• movement and physical assessment
• examination of mobility and function
• treatment recommendations

Treatment will likely occur on the initial appointment unless there are time restraints.

Treatment can include:

• spinal adjustments/mobilizations
• soft tissue therapy 
• dry needling/IMS
• exercise/rehab recommendations
• postural/ergonomic recommendations

No. Our treatments can include:

• soft tissue therapy (ART, Graston, cupping, stretching, etc)
• dry needling/IMS
• flexion-distraction therapy
• neurodynamics
• rehabilitation exercises
• shockwave therapy
• movement assessment
• posture and ergonomic guidance
• mobility work
• education about recovery and prevention

At Reform Health & Wellness, care is focused on improving movement, function, and long-term recovery rather than simply providing temporary symptom relief.

Treatment frequency varies depending on:

• the condition
• symptom severity
• how long symptoms have been present
• movement limitations
• recovery goals

Some people seek short-term care for acute pain, while others benefit from longer rehabilitation-focused treatment plans. 

Chiropractic care is considered a commonly used conservative treatment option for many musculoskeletal conditions. For most individuals, chiropractic adjustments are considered safe when performed by a properly trained and licensed chiropractor. Treatment begins with an assessment to help determine whether chiropractic care is appropriate for the individual and which techniques may be most suitable.

Not every patient requires the same type of treatment, and care is tailored to the individual presentation.

Yes. Chiropractors in Alberta are authorized to order publicly funded X-rays and limited investigative musculoskeletal (MSK) ultrasounds under the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP). They can also order MRIs and certain other advanced scans, though specific rules and funding vary by modality.

Depending on your symptoms, examination findings, and medical history, a chiropractor may recommend imaging to gather additional information or rule out certain conditions.

Chiropractic care is not covered under the standard Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan. Most people access care through private extended health benefit plans (workplace insurance, Alberta Blue Cross, Sun Life, Manulife, etc.). We offer direct billing to most major insurers where available. We also accept MVA claims and private pay. Please contact us or your benefits provider to confirm your coverage. We do not accept WCB claims.