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#22-1705 Campbell Way Box 428
Port McNeill, BC V0N 2R0
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#119 - 8950 Granville Street
Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0
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Tue: 1pm - 7pm - Port Hardy
Wed: 1pm - 7pm - Port McNeill
Thu: 9am - 5pm - Port Hardy
Fri:8:30am-5:30pm -Port McNeill
Our Services
Chiropractic is a recognized therapy for many conditions. It utilizes primarily spinal manipulative therapy but will also include soft tissue therapies, electronic modalities, exercise therapy, and advice. Chiropractic is safe and drug free.
Dr. Barker will assess your condition, provide soft tissue therapy, spinal manipulative therapy, kinesiotaping if necessary, and corrective exercises. Chiropractic treats a wide array of issues and symptoms. Come in for an assessment, we’ll see how we can help.
* Now Available* orthotic fittings.
We would like our clinic to offer massage therapy and acupuncture. Get in touch if you are a practitioner and would like to be part of Port McNeill Chiropractic’s team!
Chiropractic Treatments
Chiropractic is a hands on approach to health, whether you’ve injured your back, suffering from migraines, or just seeking better over all health.
Head & Neck
Do you suffer from headaches? Migraines? Sore neck? Chiropractic can likely help.
Low Back & Legs
Sciatica? Back pain? Arthritis creeping up? Restless legs? Chiropractic may help!
Bioflex Laser Therapy
Coming soon! A painless way to treat inflammation, new injuries, whiplash. A modest alternative to manual treatment.
Motor Vehicle Injuries
If you have been injured in a motor vehicle incident, chiropractic care can likely help and is covered by ICBC for 12 weeks from the date of injury.
Mid Back & Arms
Bad posture? Work at a desk? Painful breathing? Pulled muscle? Come in!
Why Choose Port McNeill Chiropractic?
Direct Billing
In order to serve you better, Port McNeill Chropractic has taken the “headache” out of getting your health care. No paperwork, no hassle, we take care of everything.
Experience
Dr. Barker has treated various conditions for over fifteen years. He graduated from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic school in 2005 and has a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Victoria.
Newest Methods
Dr. Barker practices a wide variety of techniques and strategies to treat your pain including Diversified, Thompson, Gonstead, Activator, motion palpation adjusting, and more.
Dr. Martin Barker
B.Sc, DC, Chiropractor
Dr. Barker graduated from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic school in 2005 and has a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Victoria. He has run a busy practice in Duncan since that time and now looks forward to being your chiropractor in Port McNeill BC!
His love for the outdoors and the peace and quiet of small towns inspired Dr. Barker to move his practice to Port McNeill. It seems like the perfect place to live!
Dr. Barker uses a wide variety of techniques and strategies to make you better. Chiropractic techniques include Diversified, Thompson, Gonstead, Activator, and motion palpation adjusting. He also utilizes soft issue massage, Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization, exercise therapy, kineseotaping and occasional physical therapy modalities to help you get pain free and back to doing the things you need to do.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is your training and education?
Chiropractors undergo an intense post-graduate course for 4 years followed by a very intense multi-day board exam. Most chiropractors have undergraduate degrees. Chiropractors are also required to maintain their education by taking continuing education.
Dr. Barker has his doctorate of chiropractic from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College, a bachelor of science in Kinesiology from Malaspina University and the University of Victoria. Dr. Barker has also had his personal training accreditation.
How are chiropractic adjustments performed?
Are a type of manual therapy used to make your joints move more freely, you nerves function properly and your muscles to work as they should.
Adjustments are tailored to the patient and the condition.
Dr. Barker tries to adjust gently whenever possible and takes great care to prepare the patients body for the adjustment.
What types of conditions do you treat?
Chiropractic treats many conditions. Some of these conditions are very surprising. Most people first see chiropractors for back pain, neck pain or headaches. Some would be surprised that chiropractic is a good option for colicky babies, dizziness, carpal tunnel syndrome, sport performance and general well being among many other conditions. It does not hurt to visit your chiropractor regardless of your condition.
What techniques do you practice?
Dr. Barker uses a wide variety of techniques and strategies to make you better. Chiropractic techniques include Diversified, Thompson, Gonstead, Activator, and motion palpation adjusting.
Dr. Barker also utilizes soft issue massage, Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization, exercise therapy, kineseotaping and occasional physical therapy modalities to help you get pain free and back to doing the things you need to do.
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PORT MCNEILL
#22 – 1705 Campbell Way, Box 428
Port McNeill, BC V0N 2R0
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Tue: 1pm-7pm Port Hardy
Wed: 1pm-7pm Port McNeill
Thu: 9am-5pm Port Hardy
Fri:8:30am-5:30pm McNeill
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Do you have back pain, headaches or neck pain? Do you have a work-related injury? I’m here to answer your questions.
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Port McNeill, BC V0N 2R0
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#119 – 8950 Granville Street
Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0
Thu: 10am – 7pm
Fri: 9am – 5pm
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