Dr. Amritpal Sahota – Chiropractor | Windsor, ON

Dr. Amritpal Sahota is a dedicated Chiropractor practicing at Live Well Chiropractic in Windsor, ON. She is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care that aligns with the standards set by the College of Chiropractors of Ontario (CCO). With a compassionate approach, Dr. Sahota focuses on addressing neuromusculoskeletal conditions through comprehensive assessment and tailored treatment plans. Her goal is to help patients achieve better spinal health, reduce pain, and enhance overall well-being. She serves individuals of all ages, from infants to seniors, ensuring that each patient receives personalized care suited to their unique needs and health goals.

Dr. Amritpal Sahota provides skilled chiropractic care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:

Back & Spine Conditions

• Sciatica & Lumbar Radiculopathy (Radiating Leg Pain): Pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness that travels from the lower back down one or both legs, often caused by irritation or compression of a spinal nerve root in the lumbar spine.
• Coccydynia (Tailbone Pain): Pain and tenderness at the very bottom of the spine (coccyx or tailbone), often aggravated by sitting or direct pressure.

General Musculoskeletal & Systemic Conditions

• Bursitis (Various Regions): Treatment for bursitis in areas like the shoulder (subacromial), hip (trochanteric), or elbow (olecranon), aimed at reducing inflammation and restoring pain-free movement.
• Tendinitis / Tendinopathy (Various Regions): Addressing tendon pain and dysfunction to help you return to your daily activities and sports without discomfort.
• Scoliosis (Functional & Pain Management): Providing supportive care for individuals with scoliosis (abnormal spinal curvature), focusing on managing associated musculoskeletal pain, improving posture, addressing muscle imbalances, and enhancing functional capacity.

Hip, Leg & Foot Conditions

• Ankle Sprains & Instability: Rehabilitation for acute ankle sprains and management of chronic ankle instability to restore strength, balance, and prevent recurrent injuries.
• Piriformis Syndrome / Deep Gluteal Pain: Pain in the buttock region, which can sometimes radiate down the leg mimicking sciatica, often caused by spasm or tightness of the piriformis muscle irritating the nearby sciatic nerve.
• Plantar Fasciitis / Heel & Foot Pain: Sharp pain in the heel or bottom of the foot, especially with the first steps in the morning or after periods of rest, due to inflammation or degeneration of the plantar fascia.
• Hip Pain (Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinopathy): Chiropractic care focusing on improving hip joint mechanics, strengthening supporting muscles, and alleviating pain from conditions like osteoarthritis or trochanteric bursitis.

This list offers examples of conditions commonly addressed. If your specific concern isn't listed, please contact the clinic. Dr. Sahota can assess your needs.

• Stretching & Flexibility Programs: Improving your body's flexibility through targeted stretches for tight muscle groups.
• Core Stability & Strengthening Programs: Targeted training to build a strong and stable core, essential for back health and efficient movement.
• PNF Stretching (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation): Advanced stretching techniques that involve both stretching and contracting muscle groups to quickly achieve greater flexibility and range of motion.
• Diversified Technique: A widely used manual adjusting technique involving specific high-velocity, low-amplitude thrusts to restore proper movement and alignment to spinal and extremity joints.
• Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS) Exercises: A rehabilitative approach based on developmental movement patterns to restore and stabilize locomotor function, often used for complex cases (practitioner certification dependent).
• Personalized Therapeutic Exercise Prescription: Customized exercise programs including stretching, strengthening, and stabilization exercises designed to support your recovery, prevent re-injury, and improve overall function.

Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Dr. Sahota. For a full list or to discuss your specific needs, please contact the clinic.

All services are provided in accordance with standards set by the College of Chiropractors of Ontario (CCO).

At Live Well Chiropractic, chiropractic care is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Dr. Sahota frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Dr. Amritpal frequently helps people find solutions for the limitations imposed by elbow tendonitis from overuse. The common goal is feeling less pain sensitivity in previously tender areas, enabling a confident return to valued life activities, for instance, getting back to your consistent strength training and weightlifting at the gym, with greater comfort and ease.
• Many individuals visit Dr. Amritpal because they are tired of dealing with shoulder bursitis pain. Through a personalized chiropractic care plan, they often find they can achieve being able to lift everyday objects without the fear of pain or re-injury and get back to enjoying important activities like playing competitive recreational hockey with your team without post-game agony.
• For those whose pain on the outside of my hip (bursitis maybe?) has made tying your own shoelaces without difficulty a challenge, Dr. Amritpal offers a path towards improved core stability, leading to better support for their spine and reduced strain. Chiropractic care can be instrumental in helping you rediscover the joy of movement and an active lifestyle.
• If plantar fasciitis making walking miserable is impacting your daily life and preventing you from enjoying lifting and carrying heavy items at work, know that effective chiropractic care can help. Dr. Amritpal focuses on achieving finding lasting solutions after trying many other approaches without success so you can engage in the things you love again.

Your personalized chiropractic care plan, developed with Dr. Sahota, will be designed to help you reach your specific functional and wellness objectives.

Dr. Sahota practices at Live Well Chiropractic, situated in the Riverside East neighborhood of Windsor. The clinic is conveniently located near St. Clair College (Main Campus) and is accessible via Transit Windsor. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Ample parking is generally accessible close to the clinic entrance.

What kind of education and training do chiropractors in Canada receive?

Chiropractors in Canada complete a rigorous post-secondary Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) degree, which typically requires a minimum of three years of undergraduate university education followed by four years of intensive study at an accredited chiropractic college. Their program includes comprehensive training in basic sciences like anatomy, physiology, pathology, neurology, and biomechanics, as well as clinical sciences such as diagnostic imaging, orthopedics, and differential diagnosis. Chiropractic-specific coursework covers adjusting techniques and rehabilitation, complemented by extensive hands-on clinical internships. Graduates must pass demanding national and provincial examinations to become licensed practitioners.

Do I need a doctor's referral to see a Chiropractor in ON?

No, in Ontario chiropractors are primary contact healthcare professionals, and patients can book an appointment directly without a referral. However, some private or extended health insurance plans may require a doctor's referral for reimbursement purposes. Patients are advised to check their individual insurance policies for specific requirements.

Can children and babies receive chiropractic care?

Yes, chiropractic care is safe and beneficial for children of all ages, including infants and teenagers. Techniques are always modified to be gentle and appropriate for each child's age, size, and developmental stage. Parents often seek chiropractic care for concerns such as posture issues, after minor falls or sports tumbles, to support spinal health during growth spurts, or for issues like colic and feeding difficulties in infants, where gentle musculoskeletal approaches may be helpful.

Is chiropractic care covered by Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) in ON?

Generally, OHIP does not cover chiropractic services in private clinics for most residents. There may be very limited exceptions through certain government programs or if care is delivered within a Community Health Centre or Family Health Team with integrated chiropractic services, which is rare. Patients should verify their private insurance coverage and eligibility.

What kind of clothing should I wear to my chiropractic appointment?

Comfortable, loose-fitting clothes are ideal for a chiropractic visit. Think of what you might wear for light exercise. This allows free movement during assessments and easy access for treatment.

Live Well Chiropractic
9733 Tecumseh Road East, Unit 4
Windsor, ON N8R 1A5

Phone: (647) 401-2115

Dr. Amritpal Sahota is regulated by the Regulated Health Professions Act, 1991 and the Chiropractic Act, 1991 in ON and is a member of the College of Chiropractors of Ontario (CCO).

Verify registration with the College of Chiropractors of Ontario (CCO): https://cco.ca.thentiacloud.net/webs/cco/register/?t=1#/registrant/all/all/all/all/all/all/5670/10/595d5ea965a9f0df10fcfbd3

Always consult with your primary healthcare provider before starting any new treatment program.