Dr. Jennifer Lau
SERVICES
Spinal/Extremity Mobilization and Manipulation
Manipulative techniques have been used in various cultures for thousands of years. Manipulation is a high velocity, low amplitude thrust to the synovial joints of the spine or joints of extremities to affect the motion and function of the joint, whereas mobilizations use a low velocity, low amplitude, oscillatory approach.
Dr. Lau practices the Diversified Technique which uses specific manual thrusts focused on restoring biomechanical function.
Several scientific studies and systematic reviews suggest that patients with neck or back pain demonstrate clinically important improvements and that spinal manipulation achieves equal or superior improvement in pain and function when compared with other commonly used interventions for short, intermediate, and long-term follow-up.
Myofascial Release Technique
Myofascial Release Technique is a form of soft tissue therapy used to treat somatic dysfunction (i.e. impaired or altered function of bodily structures) and the resulting pain and restriction of motion. This therapy works by releasing the level of tightness or scar tissue formation that has resulted from overuse, injury, or postural imbalances, thereby improving tissue texture, tension, movement, and function.
Rehabilitation and Re-Conditioning
This form of therapy is an integral part in achieving full recovery and should be incorporated in all patient treatment care programs.
With specific prescription exercises including stretching and strengthening, as well as cardiovascular exercise, it will not only facilitate any weak or underused muscles, but condition the body to be stronger, more responsive, and prevent recurrence or persistence of symptoms.
Acupuncture
Practiced for over 3000 years in China and other Asian countries, the benefit of acupuncture treatment is now clearly recognized and well documented in Western medical journals and in medical institutions across Canada.
Used to encourage natural healing, improve mood and energy, reduce or relieve pain and improve function of affected areas of the body. It is safe and effective and is often successfully used as an alternative to medications or even surgery. Relief is often obtained with acupuncture when traditional medical therapy has failed.
This therapy involves the insertion of very fine needles into specific points on the body and is an effective therapy for acute and chronic conditions.
Modalities
Modalities are used to help strengthen, relax, and heal muscles, tendons, and ligaments.
Dr. Lau uses a variety of modalities in conjunction with manual therapies to aid in the optimal recovery of her patients: including heat/cryotheray, therapeutic ultrasound, and electrotherapy
Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Therapy
Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Therapy is an innovative form of soft tissue mobilization that enables clinicians to effectively break down scar tissue and fascial restrictions. The technique utilizes specially designed stainless steel instruments to specifically detect and effectively treat areas exhibiting soft tissue fibrosis or chronic inflammation.
Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Therapy has been shown to decrease overall time of treatment, speed up rehabilitation and recovery, reduce the need for anti-inflammatories, and can resolve both acute and chronic conditions.