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Living in Peterborough, Ontario can be exciting and fast-paced, with many activities to enjoy. However, this busy lifestyle can also take a toll on your energy levels and vitality. Luckily, chiropractic care can help you regain your energy and vitality so that you can enjoy all that Peterborough has to offer. At PTBO Chiro clinic,… Read More

Upper Cervical Chiropractic: Treatment for Brain Fog Brain fog is not a medical condition, but a symptom that can cause memory problems, inability to focus, lack of mental clarity, and poor concentration for people in Peterborough and the Kawarthas. Brain fog is also described as “mental fatigue” and, depending on the severity of brain fog,… Read More

Introduction A healthy diet provides all the vitamins and minerals you need to stay healthy. But not all of us eat a balanced diet, and some people may need extra nutrients because they have certain medical conditions or are at risk for developing diseases. That’s where vitamins and supplements come in: They help provide essential… Read More

An aggravating and painful injury, runner’s knee is frequently sustained by runners and other athletes. However, chiropractic treatment may be a useful option for treating runner’s knee. Patellofemoral pain syndrome, or runner’s knee, is a condition that develops when the patella (knee cap) does not track correctly in the femoral groove. Running or taking part… Read More

Chiropractic is a type of complementary medicine that places a strong emphasis on the spine. Chiropractic concentrates on the diagnosis and treatment of neuromuscular disorders. It is based on the idea that these disorders may have an impact on both the nervous system and general health of the body. Which spine pictured below looks healthier?… Read More

Dr. Peter Drysdale, DC, employs torque-release technique (TRT) to make accurate, gentle adjustments to the spine. The foundation of TRT is the idea that the neural system of the body is essential to good health and that spinal misalignments can prevent the nervous system from operating as it should. TRT seeks to address these misalignments,… Read More

Can You Only See a Chiropractor for Back Pain? Myth #7: Chiropractic care only treats back pain. Fact:Chiropractic care enhances the overall wellness of a person, and as a result can be used to treat a variety of health issues.  Chiropractors help ease Canadians’ pain, enabling them to live the active, pain-free lives they want. Chiropractors treat… Read More

Is A Chiropractor Safe for Kids? Myth #6: Only adults can see chiropractors. Fact: Chiropractors receive training to adjust all people, from babies to the elderly. Some chiropractors receive additional specialized training for babies and children. The American Chiropractic Association cites a study done in 2014 confirming that chiropractic adjustments are overwhelmingly safe in infants… Read More

Is Chiropractic Safe?  Myth #5: Chiropractic care is unsafe. Fact: Chiropractic care is widely accepted as a safe and low-risk natural procedure to achieve pain relief, improved mobility, and overall wellness.  While all medical interventions and procedures carry some risk, any risk associated with chiropractic care is extremely low, and the safety of chiropractic care… Read More

How much does it cost? Myth #4: Chiropractic care is expensive. Fact: It varies from clinic to clinic, but the average cost is about $56 per session. Contrary to the myth, most insurance policies cover chiropractic care. The other factor to consider is the long-term savings you could enjoy because of chiropractic care. So even… Read More