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Please wear a mask to your appointment if you are experiencing any symptoms or are feeling unwell. Please call or email to cancel your appointment if you are testing positive for COVID19 or have severe flu symptoms (vomiting, fever, etc).

Please note Dr. Emily Howell is not currently accepting new patients at this time so she can serve her current clients. If you have been referred specifically to her please call or email the clinic. Dr. Ceara Higgins and Dr. Nicole Ballantyne are accepting new patients. Once you have had an initial visit with any of us you can see whoever works best with your schedule.

Also we are very excited to report that we have a new RMT who has joined our team, Pamela Modopoulos! Feel free to book online with her now. WELCOME PAM!!

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Chiropractic

Doctors of Chiropractic are primary care practitioners who focus on the neuromusculoskeletal system and have a holistic approach to your body’s overall wellness. They diagnose and treat a variety of conditions. Chiropractors use soft tissue and myofascial therapy, various modalities (ultrasound, electrotherapy), chiropractic adjustments, exercise prescription, custom orthotics and other advice ... Read More

Doctors of Chiropractic are primary care practitioners who focus on the neuromusculoskeletal system and have a holistic approach to your body’s overall wellness. They diagnose and treat a variety of conditions. Chiropractors use soft tissue and myofascial therapy, various modalities (ultrasound, electrotherapy), chiropractic adjustments, exercise prescription, custom orthotics and other advice to correct mechanical fixations in the spine and joints, relieve pain and return the body back to normal function. Chiropractic has been found to be effective in the treatment of low back pain, neck pain, headaches, pregnancy related pain, etc. Chiropractors work with patients of all ages to relieve initial joint and muscle pain, give rehabilitative care and preventative maintenance care to help you stay as healthy as you can be.


Acupuncture

Acupuncture can help to relieve pain and stress and increase vitality. We use very fine high-grade surgical steel disposable needles, which are used once only to stimulate acupuncture points in your body. It not only helps to eliminate or reduce pain, but also increase your physical functioning and give you a greater sense of well being. Recent studies have found acupuncture to be safe and effe... Read More

Acupuncture can help to relieve pain and stress and increase vitality. We use very fine high-grade surgical steel disposable needles, which are used once only to stimulate acupuncture points in your body. It not only helps to eliminate or reduce pain, but also increase your physical functioning and give you a greater sense of well being. Recent studies have found acupuncture to be safe and effective in the treatment of arthritis of the knee, shoulder pain, low back pain, headaches, neck, hip, and elbow pain, etc.


Registered Massage Therapy

Massage therapists assess and use hands-on techniques to manipulate soft tissues and joints of the body to encourage a therapeutic response to treat and prevent physical dysfunction. The techniques used can stretch and loosen connective tissues and muscles, affect joint movement, and help to increase function and range of motion, which then reduces muscle tension. Specifically it increases circ... Read More

Massage therapists assess and use hands-on techniques to manipulate soft tissues and joints of the body to encourage a therapeutic response to treat and prevent physical dysfunction. The techniques used can stretch and loosen connective tissues and muscles, affect joint movement, and help to increase function and range of motion, which then reduces muscle tension. Specifically it increases circulation by dilating small blood vessels, stimulates lymph circulation (aiding in eliminating waste and toxic debris), increases blood supply and nutrition to muscles and tissues and improves muscle tone. Massage therapy can be preventative or restorative, helping to maintain, rehabilitate, and augment physical function and relieve pain. Massage therapists can help to alleviate soft tissue discomfort related to everyday stress, muscle overuse and chronic pain syndromes.


Custom Orthotics

The alignment of your feet can affect the rest of your body. Assessment and treatment of the feet with orthotics can often ease the pain of common foot, knee and lower back complaints. These conditions cannot only limit mobility, but can also affec the entire body. Custom foot orthotics help to restore proper alignment and biomechanics. Call today to see if you can be helped by orthotics.

From East York, Dr. Nicole Ballantyne began her undergraduate education by pursuing an Honours Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology at the University of Waterloo. Following four years of undergraduate education, she was granted acceptance to the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College, where she received her Doctor of Chiropractic, Magna Cum Laude. While studying at CMCC, she attended McMaster University, obtaining her certificate in Medical Acupuncture. 

Dr. Ballantyne employs several treatment therapies designed to help individuals and athletes of all ages achieve their peak performance and health, including acupuncture, soft tissue therapy and rehabilitation. She is committed to helping her patients live and move pain-free at full function.

Dr. Ballantyne has over 15 years of experience at high levels of sport including 4 years playing for the Varsity Women’s Hockey at the University of Waterloo. She currently coaches in the Toronto Leaside Girls Hockey Association and serves as team doctor for competitive GTHL AAA hockey teams.

Living and working in the Beach and East York community, Nicole enjoys the restaurants, natural beauty, culture and diversity of the neighbourhood.

From East York, Dr. Nicole Ballantyne began her undergraduate education by pursuing an Honours Ba... Read More

Dr. Ceara Higgins graduated from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC). She also holds a certificate in Acupuncture and a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Acadia University where she specialized in health and wellness and physical activity for individuals with special needs. Dr. Ceara is also trained as a labour support provider. Dr. Ceara completed a year-long internship through CMCC at the Muki Baum Childrens’ Centre where she was responsible for performing musculoskeletal evaluations, preparing and implementing rehabilitation programs, and providing chiropractic treatment to children with special needs. She has a particular interest in prenatal, postnatal, and pediatric care. Dr. Ceara is trained in a variety of adjustment techniques and is committed to continually updating her knowledge and gaining new skills in chiropractic. She is also a certified pre and post natal pelvic floor trainer through Bellies Inc. She strives to provide excellent care to suit her patient’s individual needs. Dr. Ceara has a wellness focus and evaluates patient’s overall health and well being in order to provide treatment to help her patients work toward their optimal health.

Dr. Ceara Higgins graduated from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC). She also hold... Read More

Dr. Emily Howell was born and raised in Toronto’s East End. She has always had an interest in health and preventative medicine. After receiving chiropractic care as a child for headaches and acupuncture as a teenager, she was convinced this was the route to follow for her career path of helping others. She graduated with honours from the University of Toronto with a Bachelor of Physical and Health Education in 2000. She then attended the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC) in Toronto and graduated in 2004. She completed a two-year acupuncture course given by the Acupuncture Council of Ontario and CMCC in 2005. In 2011, she fulfilled the requirements to become a Fellow of the Chiropractic College of Physical and Occupational Rehabilitation in Canada – FCCPOR(C) and holds a specialty designation as a chiropractic rehabilitation specialist (one of only five specialties recognized by the College of Chiropractors of Ontario). She continues to partake in continuing education on a regular basis. In 2015 she was certified as a pre and post natal pelvic floor trainer through Bellies Inc.

Dr. Emily is the Clinic Director and Owner of Ashbridge’s Health Centre. She is a member of CMCC, CCO, OCA, CCA, and the ACO. Dr. Emily treats patients of all ages, stages of life and personal health goals to assist them in reducing pain, strengthen injured structures to prevent re-occurrence and using clinical evidence to support treatment. She has a keen interest in female care, particularly with pre and post natal patients. Her goal in practice is to use evidence-based, patient centered care and build trust based partnerships with her patients using chiropractic, acupuncture, rehabilitative exercise, orthotics, and soft tissue therapy. This can be for patients in acute or chronic pain or for those patients seeking maintenance/preventative care in most areas of the body (spinal and in non-spinal joints). She successfully treats patients of all different backrounds, including: pre and post natal, pediatric to seniors, recreational and athletic. Dr. Emily is a regular volunteer guest speaker for various groups, is a volunteer leader for the Girl Guides of Canada and serves as a board member and treasure for the FCCPOR (C). Dr. Howell also speaks French. She continues to pursue a wide variety of athletic activities and is the proud mother of two. She enjoys being a part of a patient’s health care team to educate and empower patients to help themselves.

Dr. Emily Howell was born and raised in Toronto’s East End. She has always had an interest in hea... Read More

Pamela is a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) who graduated with distinction from triOS College in November 2022.

Pamela is trained in Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue, and Myofascial techniques. She also incorporates both Joint Mobilization and Stretching modalities in her treatments to meet the specific needs of each client.

She is committed to providing personalized care to each client by tailoring treatments to address individual concerns. With her warm and compassionate demeanour, she creates a comfortable space for her clients.

Outside of the clinic, Pamela enjoys traveling, outdoor activities and strength training.

Pamela is a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) who graduated with distinction from triOS College ... Read More

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