Dr. Eric H.S. Ho

Dr. Eric H.S. Ho provides skilled chiropractic care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:

General Musculoskeletal & Systemic Conditions

• Postural Imbalances & Related Pain: Helping you achieve better posture to alleviate pain, improve breathing, and enhance overall physical well-being.
• Bursitis (Various Regions): Inflammation of a bursa (a small, fluid-filled sac that acts as a cushion between bones, tendons, and muscles near joints), causing localized pain, tenderness, and sometimes swelling.
• Fibromyalgia (Pain & Stiffness Management): Helping fibromyalgia patients improve their quality of life by addressing musculoskeletal components of their condition.
• Tendinitis / Tendinopathy (Various Regions): Addressing tendon pain and dysfunction to help you return to your daily activities and sports without discomfort.

Back & Spine Conditions

• Spondylolisthesis (Lower Grades): Supportive care to address symptoms related to vertebral slippage, helping to maintain an active lifestyle.
• Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) / Spondylosis: Age-related 'wear and tear' changes in the spinal discs and joints that can lead to pain, stiffness, and reduced flexibility. Spondylosis refers to general spinal degeneration.
• Herniated, Protruded, or Bulging Discs (Symptomatic): Non-surgical approaches to manage symptoms associated with spinal disc injuries, focusing on reducing nerve irritation and promoting a healing environment.

Specific Populations & Injury Types

• 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.
• Sports Injuries (Acute & Overuse): Helping you recover from common sports injuries like runner's knee, shoulder strains, or ankle sprains, and optimizing your biomechanics for better performance.

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

• 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).
• Core Stability & Strengthening Programs: Developing core strength and endurance to protect your spine during daily activities.
• Personalized Therapeutic Exercise Prescription: Tailored rehabilitative exercises to address specific weaknesses, imbalances, or mobility restrictions.
• Webster Technique (for Pregnancy): A specific chiropractic analysis and diversified adjustment for pregnant individuals, aimed at reducing sacral subluxation and optimizing pelvic biomechanics to support a more comfortable pregnancy and birth (practitioner certification dependent).
• 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.
• Stretching & Flexibility Programs: Guided instruction on specific stretches and flexibility exercises to improve your range of motion, reduce muscle tightness, and enhance overall movement quality.

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

• Overcoming that nerve pain down the back of my leg to achieve accomplishing physical goals they once thought were out of reach and resume CrossFit workouts is a common success story at Dr. Eric's practice. Personalized care makes a real difference.
• Experience the significant benefit of a quicker and more complete recovery from sports-related injuries if you're dealing with feeling like my neck muscles are rocks. Dr. Eric helps patients regain their ability to fully participate in activities like managing all your household chores like vacuuming, mopping, and laundry pain-free through focused and gentle chiropractic treatments.
• For those whose coccyx pain after a fall has made simply relaxing on the couch without pain a challenge, Dr. Eric offers a path towards a better understanding of their condition and effective self-care strategies. Chiropractic care can be instrumental in helping you rediscover the joy of movement and an active lifestyle.
• Dr. Eric frequently helps people find solutions for the limitations imposed by numbness and tingling in my hands, especially at night. The common goal is a significant reduction in the severity and daily impact of TMJ symptoms, enabling a confident return to valued life activities, for instance, keeping up with your grandkids, with greater comfort and ease.

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

Dr. Ho's practice at 'Dr. Eric Ho' is situated in the Vanier, McLaughlin West neighborhood of Oshawa. The clinic is conveniently located near Downtown Oshawa, making it easily accessible for local residents. It is well-connected by public transportation, with Durham Region Transit (DRT) stops nearby, ensuring easy access for patients coming from different parts of the city. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Street parking and nearby paid lots offer convenient options for visitors.

How long do chiropractic appointments usually last?

Your initial chiropractic consultation and examination is typically the longest visit, generally lasting between 45 to 60 minutes to allow for a thorough assessment. Subsequent treatment appointments are usually shorter, often ranging from 15 to 30 minutes, depending on the specific treatments being provided and your individual needs for that day.

What are the typical phases of chiropractic care?

We often think of care in stages. First, we want to get you out of pain (relief care). Then, we work on fixing the root cause of the problem and getting your body functioning better (corrective care). After that, some people choose to come in for occasional check-ups to keep things working well (maintenance or wellness care), similar to how you'd see a dentist for regular cleanings.

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

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

What does a chiropractor mean by a 'subluxation' or 'joint restriction'?

When a Chiropractor refers to a subluxation or joint restriction, they are typically describing a joint that isn't moving properly or is misaligned in a way that can affect nerve function and lead to discomfort or other health issues. Chiropractic adjustments aim to address these specific joint problems.

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

Ontario's OHIP generally does NOT cover chiropractic services in private clinics for most of the population. There may be 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, though this is rare for typical private practice. Patients are strongly advised to verify their private insurance coverage for chiropractic services.

Dr. Eric Ho
696 FLORIAN COURT
Oshawa, ON L1G 1L2

Phone: (416) 529-2003

Dr. Eric H.S. Ho 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/4260/10/595d5ea965a9f0df10fcf3eb

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