Houlgrave Chiropractic

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CHIROPRACTOR IN COMOX

Houlgrave Chiropractic – Back Care for all ages

As a Comox chiropractor, Dr. Houlgrave has been helping patients relieve pain and improve health for the past 15 years. From desk workers to athletes, from youthful to elder family members, Houlgrave Chiropractic provides chiropractic health care for individuals of all ages in Courtenay, Comox, Cumberland and the Comox Valley.

Injury is inevitable. All of us will experience some form of trauma at some point in our lives, be it from a childhood fall, chronic poor posture, repetitive movements, sporting activities or a car accident. Chiropractic treatment can help with these types of injuries by eliminating pain, improving mobility, restoring proper biomechanics, and maintaining optimal nervous system function. Regular chiropractic care can take you one step further – injury prevention and maintenance of an active and healthy lifestyle.

Dr. Houlgrave is a proud member of the College of Chiropractors of British Columbia and the British Columbia Chiropractic Association. His goal as a chiropractor is to help his patients recover from injury, prevent additional injury, and achieve and maintain an active and healthy lifestyle.

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The Disc

The intervertebral disc, which supports a shape similar to that of a hockey puck, is found sandwiched between all of the vertebrate of your spinal column. The purpose of a disc is to act as a spacer and shock absorber for your spine. Structurally, a disc resembles...

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Back, Leg & Foot Pain

“The hip bone is connected to the leg bone, the leg bone is connected to the foot bone, the foot bone is connected to the …” you get the picture, everything is connected. For this reason, a problem with your foot can cause a problem with your back, and a problem with...

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The Importance of Proper Hydration

Water water everywhere, but do you need a drink? It’s hard to justify why 75% of North Americans are chronically dehydrated when water is the earth’s most abundant resource. Water literally is everywhere you look – it’s in lakes and streams, it’s in plants and trees,...

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Numbness & Tingling

Have you ever felt like one of your arms or legs had gone to sleep, or had that heavy pins & needles sensation? The most common reason for these sensations is a decrease in local blood supply. These symptoms can result from something as simple as sleeping on your arm...

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Kayaking – Healthy Tips

From the sandy beaches of Tree Island to the shallow waters of the Puntledge River, the Comox Valley serves as the perfect playground for a variety of water sports. Kayaking is one such sport that provides an excellent way to exercise while exploring the hidden...

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LATEST FROM THE BLOG

The Disc

The intervertebral disc, which supports a shape similar to that of a hockey puck, is found sandwiched between all of the vertebrate of your spinal column. The purpose of a disc is to act as a spacer and shock absorber for your spine. Structurally, a disc resembles...

read more

Back, Leg & Foot Pain

“The hip bone is connected to the leg bone, the leg bone is connected to the foot bone, the foot bone is connected to the …” you get the picture, everything is connected. For this reason, a problem with your foot can cause a problem with your back, and a problem with...

read more

The Importance of Proper Hydration

Water water everywhere, but do you need a drink? It’s hard to justify why 75% of North Americans are chronically dehydrated when water is the earth’s most abundant resource. Water literally is everywhere you look – it’s in lakes and streams, it’s in plants and trees,...

read more

Houlgrave Chiropractic: offering the following services in the Comox Valley:

Chiropractic Care

Stretches & Rehab

Custom Orthotics

Chirocare Pillows

Testimonials
Happy customers.

After 10 years of ongoing back and disc issues, I thought I would live with pain/mobility limits forever. I had tried everything, including other forms of chiropractic treatment. I cannot say enough about Dr. Houlgrave's technique, knowledge, skill and gentle drop table treatments. I am back skiing, mountain biking, playing hockey and chasing my child around. Thanks to Dr. Houlgrave, I have my life back!

Kathy S, Teacher

My job as a massage therapist is physically demanding, for the past 7 years Dr. Rick Houlgrave has helped to maintain health and high function for my back and shoulders. Not only do I trust Rick with my own spinal adjustments, I feel confident referring my patients to Rick for Chiropractic treatments with excellent results.

Sandy M

Registered Massage Therapist & Licensed Personal Trainer

Dr. Rick Houlgrave has been my chiropractor for almost 10 years. After my thirty years of chiropractic treatments, Rick's approach has impressed me very much and he has helped me tremendously. He is extremely personable and professional. I highly recommend him for his quality care!

Sylvia C

Veterinarian Assistant

|| I'm a sixty-one year old faller who occasionally requires the services of a chiropractor. Dr. Houlgrave has promptly addressed my issues, around my working schedule, often with a single appointment. I have recommended him to friends who have been equally pleased with his services. Thank you Dr. Houlgrave. ||

Barry L

Logger

As a health promoter, I really appreciate Dr. Houlgrave's attention to prevention. He provides me with tips and exercises I can do at home to increase my strength and mobility and decrease my chances of re-injury. His sincerity and personable approach makes the experience enjoyable and, most importantly, he practices what he preaches. He is a great role model for health.

Kathi C

Health Promotion Professional

Dealing with a neck injury, chiropractic care has been essential in maintaining a quality of life. Dr. Houlgrave has enabled me to keep active and keep pain/discomfort at manageable levels. I absolutely recommend him for back or neck issues.

Kevin K

Canadian Armed Forces