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Chiropractic

March 10, 2026

Chiropractic Myths Debunked: Separating Fact from Fiction

If you’ve ever searched for a chiropractor, you’ve probably come across conflicting opinions about chiropractic…

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Physiotherapy

July 13, 2021

Post-Surgery Joint Physiotherapy for Faster Healing

Physiotherapy is an excellent complement to post-surgery care and can help a patient restore range…

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Physiotherapy

February 16, 2021

Cold vs Hot Therapy: How to Use Them and When

Cold and hot applications to injured areas are typical go-to treatments and can be extremely…

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Physiotherapy

January 11, 2021

Physiotherapy for Osteoarthritis

Arthritis is a very common condition that affects people of all ages. It tends to…

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Physiotherapy

April 1, 2020

What is Vertigo and How Your Physiotherapist Can Help

For those who suffer from vertigo, the feeling of the world spinning almost constantly, and…

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Massage Therapy

March 13, 2020

Fascia and Myofascial Release

If you’ve ever experienced deep muscular pain or ‘knots’ in various areas of the body,…

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Chiropractic

January 27, 2020

Chiropractic Visits During Pregnancy

Finding out you are pregnant and preparing for the arrival of your child is an…

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Acupuncture

January 10, 2020

Everything You Need to Know About Dry Needling

While you may have heard of acupuncture before and understand what to expect from an…

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Physiotherapy

December 10, 2019

Sciatica: What it is and Tips for Care

Sciatica is an ailment in which pain radiates along the sciatic nerve. This nerve branches…

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Massage Therapy

November 21, 2019

5 Benefits of Massage Therapy You Might Not Expect

Many of us go for a massage for relief from aching muscles or to relax…

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Chiropractic

October 15, 2019

5 Common Contributors to Hip Pain and How Your Chiropractor Can Help

We ask a lot of our hips. They carry our weight, help us to move…

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Chiropractic Massage Therapy Physiotherapy

September 20, 2019

Physiotherapy For Frozen Shoulder

Frozen shoulder is a painful condition that most commonly occurs in adults between the ages…

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Physiotherapy

August 23, 2019

Ankle Sprains – How Your Physiotherapist Can Help

Almost everyone has experienced the pain of an ankle sprain of some kind or another. …

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Massage Therapy

July 10, 2019

Massage Therapy for Teens and Young Adults

Most adults consider massage therapy for aches, strains and stress relief. Heavy work loads, sports…

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Massage Therapy Physiotherapy

May 27, 2019

Combining Physiotherapy and Massage Therapy for Arthritis Relief

Many Canadians suffer from the painful effects of arthritis. It is a very common condition…

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Chiropractic Massage Therapy Physiotherapy

April 24, 2019

Desk Pains – Helpful Advice for Office Workers

You might think the best candidates for physiotherapy are athletes, patients with chronic pain or…

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Acupuncture Chiropractic Massage Therapy Physiotherapy

March 22, 2019

Treating Repetitive Use Injuries

At Achieve Health, we offer multiple disciplines for treating repetitive use injuries. Depending on your…

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Massage Therapy

February 7, 2019

Different Types of Massage Therapy

Massage therapy is an effective way to treat the symptoms from a number of ailments…

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Acupuncture

December 14, 2018

4 Questions About Acupuncture

Many of our patients are comfortable with massage therapy and physiotherapy, but tend to shy…

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Lifestyle

November 30, 2018

How to Manage Holiday Stress

Believe it or not, the holidays are right around the corner, and along with all…

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Chiropractic Lifestyle

October 25, 2018

Chiropractic Care for Flat Feet

There are a great number of people whose feet are flat – otherwise known as…

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Physiotherapy

September 26, 2018

Proactive Physiotherapy for Athletes

Physiotherapy is a go-to solution for injuries of all kinds, but did you know that…

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Massage Therapy

August 28, 2018

Benefits of Therapeutic Massage for Runners

If you are a runner and are planning on participating in any endurance events, whether…

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Massage Therapy

July 25, 2018

How to Prolong the Effects of Massage

Massage therapy can be beneficial in many different ways. It promotes relaxation, helps to sooth…

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Physiotherapy

June 20, 2018

Physiotherapy for Senior Patients

Most people associate a need for physiotherapy with athletic injuries, car accidents and pre-existing conditions. …

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Massage Therapy

May 15, 2018

Massage Therapy for Foot Pain

Many people don’t realize that massage is an excellent treatment option for foot pain of…

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Massage Therapy

April 20, 2018

Massage Therapy During Pregnancy

Most people are aware that massage can be helpful to relieve aches and strains from…

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Chiropractic

March 29, 2018

Tips for Maintaining Back Health

Your spine is the central structure for your entire body, and as such it withstands…

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Massage Therapy

February 19, 2018

Massage Therapy for Injuries

If you’ve had an injury, whether through an auto collision, slip and fall, or sporting…

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Massage Therapy

January 18, 2018

Massage Therapy for Stress Relief

Everyone has stress in their life at one time or another. Whether it’s related to…

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Your Embarrassing Massage Questions Answered

Massage Therapy

December 19, 2017

Your Embarrassing Massage Questions Answered

You should always feel welcome to ask your RMT any question, but we do understand…

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Massage Therapy

December 13, 2017

Is Massage Therapy Helpful for Seniors?

Most Canadian adults under the age of 65 have experienced the benefit of massage, whether…

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Massage Therapy and Chiropractic treatment is like chocolate and peanut butter

Chiropractic Massage Therapy

October 26, 2017

How Can Chiropractic and Massage Therapy Work Together?

Very often, massage therapists and chiropractors will work together physically in the same space. Our…

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Massage Therapy

September 28, 2017

Massage Therapy for Headache Sufferers

Whether you suffer from chronic headaches, or are simply faced with a particularly bad one,…

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Massage Therapy

August 2, 2017

Questions to Ask a Massage Therapist Before Treatment

Choosing a massage therapist is just like choosing any other healthcare professional. There are a…

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Massage Therapy

July 10, 2017

What are the Benefits of Prenatal Massage?

Pregnancy is a special time in a woman’s life; one that is marked with excitement…

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Massage Therapy

June 2, 2017

Benefits of Massage Therapy for Athletes

In days gone by, the motto for athletes was “no pain, no gain,” but we…

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Massage Therapy

May 2, 2017

Spa Massage and Registered Massage Therapy – Is There a Difference?

Modern life is busy. Even in a place like Victoria where the hustle and bustle…

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Chiropractic

April 3, 2017

Practical Benefits of Seeing a Chiropractor

Before you schedule an appointment for a consultation with a doctor of chiropractic, it’s natural…

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Acupuncture

March 3, 2017

4 Lesser Known Benefits of Acupuncture

Acupuncture is a discipline of Chinese medicine that uses a system to diagnose and treat…

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Lifestyle

March 3, 2017

Managing Arthritis Pain

There are many conditions that cause us pain as we age, and some of them…

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Lifestyle

January 10, 2017

Should We Overcome Postural Habits?

Modern living presents significant obstacles to the maintenance of perfect postural alignment. From that sunken,…

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Lifestyle

December 1, 2016

Exercises to Avoid With Neck and Shoulder Pain

It’s rare to hear advice from a healthcare professional that cautions against exercise. After all,…

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Massage Therapy News

October 3, 2016

4 Post-Massage Self-Care Tips

Anyone who has ever experienced a treatment by a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) knows how…

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Physiotherapy

August 30, 2016

Some Injuries Don’t Get Better on Their Own

We’ve all been there, right at the awful moment when an injury occurs. Sometimes it’s…

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Massage Therapy

August 5, 2016

What to Expect at Your First Massage Therapy Visit

Sometimes the fear of trying something new prevents people from receiving the benefits of a…

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Massage Therapy

May 26, 2016

Getting the Most Out of Your Massage

Therapeutic Massage can be helpful for many individuals. It can relieve chronic pain, aid in therecovery…

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Massage Therapy

December 22, 2015

Massage Therapy ICBC Coverage

Since January 2012, massage therapy has been included by ICBC in the same category as…

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Chiropractic Massage Therapy

December 3, 2015

5 Myths of Manual Therapy

1. Posture and biomechanics don’t matter. (most of the time) Treatments that focus solely on…

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Chiropractic

November 18, 2015

Spinal Manipulation “The Adjustment” or the “crack”

Why would your Victoria chiropractor want to perform the procedure that is called an “adjustment”…

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Chiropractic

November 11, 2015

Chiropractic Subluxation

You may have been to a Victoria chiropractor before who explained the theory of subluxation…

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Massage Therapy Victoria BC

November 4, 2015

Massage Therapy For Victoria BC Runners

If you’re a regular runner, you likely have been told the importance of stretching before…

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Lifestyle

August 19, 2015

Hypnotherapy with Dr. Brian Pound

Do you want to quit smoking and find it difficult? Are you having trouble sleeping?…

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Chiropractic

February 11, 2015

Chiropractic Subluxation

You may have been to a Victoria chiropractor before who explained the theory of subluxation…

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News

October 1, 2014

Physiotherapy now available at Achieve Health

We are pleased to announce a new addition to the team at Achieve Health. Dot…

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Steve Roland Massage Therapist in Victoria

News

February 25, 2013

Welcome to Steve Roland, RMT

Steve joined our team on March 4th, 2013. He will be at the clinic Monday,…

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News

February 25, 2013

Welcome to Kelsey Matichuk, RMT

Kelsey joined our team on Monday 18th February, for more information on Kelsey please view…

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News

November 1, 2012

Free discussion on Tummy Trouble on November 28, 2012

Join Dr. Katarine Holewa for a discussion on Tummy Trouble: getting to the root of…

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News

October 19, 2012

Sheena’s Completion Of Integrated Assessment and TMJ Courses

Sheena has completed an Integrated Assessment and Treatment of the Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) course, increasing…

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News

September 5, 2012

Half price chiropractic check up for kids during September!

We think the young ones should have the opportunity to start off the school year…

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News

July 20, 2012

Congratulations to Dr. Katarine Holewa

Dr. Holewa is now licenced to prescribe. This means that she can write and renew…

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News

June 21, 2012

Chiropractic Rate Increase

As of the 1st July, 2012 the fee for a subsequent chiropractic visit will be increased…

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News

March 7, 2012

Half price chiropractic check up for kids during Spring break!

Book an appointment for a chiropractic examination for your little ones for only $20. Children…

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News

March 7, 2012

ICBC – Revised Massage Therapy Policy as of January 2012

ICBC now categorizes massage therapy as per physiotherapy and chiropractic. This means that treatment is…

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Massage Therapy

February 9, 2012

Massage aids muscle healing

Massage helps relieve pain in damaged muscles by sending anti-inflammation messages to muscle cells. Athletes…

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Lifestyle

January 25, 2012

A low back pain myth

Debunking the myth that 90% of low back pain resolves in one to three months. …

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News

January 22, 2012

Garlic – a “superfood”

Ahh, garlic. A “superfood” of its own. The world over it has been used both…

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