Dr. Brooke A. Deschamps

Dr. Brooke A. Deschamps provides skilled chiropractic care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:

Specific Populations & Injury Types

• Motor Vehicle Accident Injuries (e.g., Whiplash, Back Strain): Helping you recover from the physical impact of a car accident with a tailored chiropractic care plan.
• Pregnancy-Related Musculoskeletal Pain: Chiropractic care adapted for the unique needs of expectant mothers, focusing on maintaining comfort, optimizing pelvic alignment, and preparing for childbirth.

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.
• Knee Pain (Osteoarthritis, Patellofemoral Syndrome, Meniscal Issues - Conservative): Aching, sharp pain, or instability in the knee, commonly resulting from cartilage degeneration (osteoarthritis), issues with how the kneecap tracks (patellofemoral pain syndrome), or certain types of meniscal (cartilage) injuries suitable for conservative care.
• IT Band Syndrome: Helping athletes and active individuals overcome lateral knee pain related to a tight or irritated IT band.

Head, Neck & Jaw Conditions

• Headaches (Cervicogenic, Tension-Type, Migraine Support): Comprehensive assessment to determine if your headaches have a musculoskeletal origin, followed by tailored treatment to alleviate pain and improve function.
• Whiplash Associated Disorders (WAD): A range of symptoms including neck pain, stiffness, headaches, and dizziness following a sudden acceleration-deceleration injury, typically from a car accident.
• Tinnitus (Cervicogenic/Somatosensory): Investigating and addressing potential musculoskeletal contributions from the neck or jaw that may be linked to certain types of tinnitus.

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

• Graston Technique® / IASTM: Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) using specially designed stainless steel tools to detect and treat fascial restrictions, scar tissue, and chronic inflammation (practitioner certification dependent).
• Myofascial Release Technique (MRT): Manual therapy to address restrictions in the myofascial system, enhancing movement and comfort.
• Active Release Techniques (ART®): ART® for targeted relief of soft tissue injuries and repetitive strain conditions.
• Trigger Point Therapy: Releasing tight bands of muscle tissue to alleviate pain and improve movement.
• Cross-Friction Massage: A specific deep transverse massage technique applied across affected tendons or ligaments to break down adhesions, reduce scar tissue, and promote an optimal healing environment.
• 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.

Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Dr. Deschamps. 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 Empower Health Boutique, chiropractic care is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Dr. Deschamps frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Dr. Brooke understands how frustrating a frozen shoulder limiting my movement severely can be. By aiming for seeing their child appear more comfortable, settled, and mobile, chiropractic care can empower you to return to activities like horseback riding with renewed confidence.
• Overcoming sore hips, especially when lying on my side at night to achieve finding that headaches are far less frequent and intense, improving focus and mood and resume taking your photography gear out for long nature shoots is a common success story at Dr. Brooke's practice. Personalized care makes a real difference.
• Patients often share how tailbone pain making sitting excruciating affected their ability to volleyball games with friends. With Dr. Brooke's help and a focus on experiencing significant relief from nagging lower back pain, many are now enjoying life with improved function and less discomfort.
• Experience the significant benefit of a noticeable boost in overall energy levels and vitality if you're dealing with pinching feeling deep inside my shoulder. Dr. Brooke helps patients regain their ability to fully participate in activities like working productively and comfortably at your standing desk all day through focused and gentle chiropractic treatments.

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

Dr. Deschamps practices at Empower Health Boutique, situated in a central location within the Stouffville community. The clinic is conveniently positioned in the heart of Stouffville’s vibrant neighborhood, making it easily accessible for residents and visitors alike. It is situated near various local community services and pharmacies, ensuring that patients can conveniently combine their healthcare visits with other errands or appointments. The clinic is well-connected to public transit routes, allowing for accessible transportation options for those using buses or other transit services. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Ample parking is generally accessible close to the clinic entrance.

Do Chiropractors work with other healthcare professionals?

Yes, Chiropractors often believe in a collaborative approach to healthcare. We frequently work with and refer to other healthcare professionals such as family physicians, physiotherapists, massage therapists, naturopathic doctors, and specialists when it is in the best interest of our patients to ensure comprehensive and optimal care.

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

In Ontario, chiropractors are primary contact healthcare professionals, which means patients can book an appointment directly without a referral from a medical doctor. However, some private or extended health insurance plans may still require a doctor's referral for reimbursement purposes, so it's advisable to check the specifics of your insurance policy.

Can children and babies receive chiropractic care?

Yes, chiropractic care is safe and can be highly beneficial for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers. Techniques are always modified to be extremely gentle and appropriate for a child's age, size, and developmental stage. Common reasons parents seek chiropractic care include concerns related to posture, after minor falls or sports-related tumbles, to support overall spinal health during growth spurts, or for issues like colic or feeding difficulties in infants where gentle musculoskeletal approaches may be supportive.

Do chiropractors provide exercises or stretches?

Yes, exercises and stretches are an integral part of many chiropractic treatment strategies. Your Chiropractor will likely show you specific movements to do at home to help speed up your recovery, maintain your progress, and prevent the problem from returning.

What are the typical phases of chiropractic care?

Chiropractic care often progresses through a few general phases: 1. Initial Intensive/Relief Care: This phase focuses on reducing your immediate pain, inflammation, and discomfort. Visits may be more frequent during this stage. 2. Corrective/Rehabilitative Care: Once symptoms are under control, the focus shifts to correcting underlying joint dysfunction, improving muscle strength and flexibility, and restoring normal movement patterns. Visit frequency usually decreases. 3. Wellness/Maintenance Care (Optional): Some patients choose periodic visits to maintain their improvements, prevent recurrences, and support overall spinal health and well-being. Your Chiropractor will discuss what's appropriate for your specific situation and goals.

Is chiropractic treatment, especially an adjustment, painful?

Most patients find chiropractic adjustments to be a comfortable procedure. The goal is to reduce pain and improve function. While there might be a brief moment of pressure, it's rarely painful. If your muscles are very tight or joints are inflamed, you might feel some temporary soreness afterwards, but your Chiropractor will discuss this with you and tailor the force and technique to your needs.

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

Most residents should be aware that Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) generally does NOT cover chiropractic services in private clinics for most of the population. There are very limited exceptions through specific government programs or if care is delivered within a Community Health Centre or Family Health Team that has integrated chiropractic services, but these are rare for typical private practices. Patients are advised to check their private insurance coverage for their specific plans.

Empower Health Boutique
70 Innovator Avenue, Unit 16
Stouffville, ON L4A 0Y2

Phone: (905) 640-4749

Dr. Brooke A. Deschamps 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/6200/10/5b646d3de95b61e6fb7a79f8

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